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July 27th, 2008, 11:37 AM
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July 27th, 2008, 10:22 PM
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Wow, Sammy. That's profound. Made me really think.... and I think sums up a lot about martial artists.... no... fighters (because they are not the same thing) that most of them may not even think about.
In addition to many other things, I think the most important aspect of martial spirit is always seeking that next contest to better one's self. This was embodied by the fictional character Ryu in Street Fighter. Never cared about winning or losing, only looking toward the next fight so he could learn and grow as an individual.
This is why I have always felt that actual fighting, physical conflict, is essential to becoming a martial artist and developing skill. People who never immerse themselves into it will never know whet it feels like and can never transcend into that next level.
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July 27th, 2008, 10:24 PM
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July 28th, 2008, 03:24 AM
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July 28th, 2008, 03:33 AM
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July 28th, 2008, 07:43 AM
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Posted By: Lugaldamhara 
In addition to many other things, I think the most important aspect of martial spirit is always seeking that next contest to better one's self. This was embodied by the fictional character Ryu in Street Fighter. Never cared about winning or losing, only looking toward the next fight so he could learn and grow as an individual. | ” | |
I actually think Akuma is the one who embodies the "true" aspect of martial spirit - e.g. conflict, violence, and intent. The will to "cut down" the opponent no matter the circumstance, always striving to be stronger, and showing no mercy in combat. Ryu is a bit too soft, he has a different philosophy than Akuma and the innate philosophy behind his fighting style also.
But I like how you bring up Street Fighters. 
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July 28th, 2008, 08:27 AM
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July 28th, 2008, 08:41 AM
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July 28th, 2008, 08:43 AM
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And he was in Super Street Fighter II Turbo. The last of the "original" Street Fighters series.
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July 28th, 2008, 10:15 AM
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July 28th, 2008, 04:15 PM
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I actually think Akuma is the one who embodies the "true" aspect of martial spirit - e.g. conflict, violence, and intent. The will to "cut down" the opponent no matter the circumstance, always striving to be stronger, and showing no mercy in combat. Ryu is a bit too soft, he has a different philosophy than Akuma and the innate philosophy behind his fighting style also.
But I like how you bring up Street Fighters.
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