It's rough when your favorite character in a fighting game is one who makes very few appearances. Even worse when she goes on hiatus, then comes back only to go an even longer one lasting nearly two decades. Chizuru was what got me into the KOF series, and it pleases me to no end that she's finally back in KOFXV.
@@azureawe You know what would be insane? If Maki AND Mizuki Rashoujin get resurrected due to Verse's defeat. And then Mizuki spirit finds her perfect vessel.... On Chizuru's twin sister.
Chizuru has the Yata mirror which symbolizes wisdom. Kyo has the Kusanagi sword which symbolizes valor. Iori has the Yasakani magatama which symbolizes benevolence.
She is the most gorgeous woman in KOF or better yet, in SNK. Even as a Mai fan, I admit that her stunning beauty is unfathomable that even Mary, Mai, Vanessa or Mature's beauty couldn't compete with hers (They are really gorgeous as well tho). Not to mention that she is also the strongest woman in KOF since she beat Orochi Shermie. Sadly, she is a really underrated character. She hasn't been included in the game as a playable character anymore since KOF 2003. Even SNK themselves stated that she isn't prominent on the lore anymore since the Orochi saga has ended. I really hope that she'll be back in KOF XV...
nice job, this time you were spot on with everything :D I totally agree that Chizuru is being underutilized, hopefully she becomes a bigger part of the game in KOF XV
@@sladejosephwilson2300 I think there's a chance. There's more to Orochi's clan than just Orochi itself. It's highly likely the Hakkeshou were all revived. Goenitz and CYS may be making a comeback just like Mature and Vice did. And it's likely Chizuru will try to investigate to stop them. It might even be possible for Verse's destruction to have caused the revival of more than just evil characters, so not even Maki is out of the question.
@@extremmefan7305 It does not exactly need to be exclusively related to any type of Orochi things to have a big threat in KOF universe to bring Chizuru. Remember. Mizuki Rashoujin from Samurai Spirits likely got resurrected due to Verse's defeat. And alongside her there's also Maki, which is Chizuru's beloved dead sister who's likely going to be revived too. To think there's a small chance of Maki being again a final boss and being the next vessel for Mizuki's spirit [Visually they look like each other in some way] that would be even more dangerous than Yamata no Orochi[Because Ambrosia and all].
Regarding her dancing, apparently her name translates to a term meaning something like a dance to please the gods, or so I recall reading many years ago - it would certainly fit her more priestly duties.
Just wanted to say thanks for all the effort you make to prepare these lore videos so that everyone can follow what's happening in the KOF. Not many people know about how deep this series are so I appreciate your dedication on your videos. Keep it up and thanks again!
Pretty enjoyable video! Ever since you started these Character Videos of the KOF Universe, I enjoy every one and learn something new for each character you cover. Keep up the good work! 👍
Nice! She was such a hard character for me to fight when she was a mid boss, but i love how she was intertwined within the story. Thanks for the background info on Chizuru Shoryu! I'm going to add my voice to the chorus and say do Takuma Sakazaki! He was such a beast in the SVC chaos comics, equal to Akuma, that i wonder if there is something about him that i'm missing? Plus his super in KOF 98, Shin Kishin Geki, had the best sound effects in the game. I lost many matches just trying to pull it off so i could hear how awesome that 4-6 punch sounded lol.
Thank you thank you thank you so much @shoryugame thanx a lot man to make a video About the love of my life Chizuru i really appreciated i really wanted to see her video of ur channel but finally my wish comes true i love chizuru a lot ❤
It is amazing how much I love your channel. It’s quality is so good and I hope your channel grows. I watch your videos as if they are bedtime stories. I cannot wait for your next video and if you ever want video ideas, I can come up with hundreds for you. Much love the US.
Super throwback man!! I used to put Chizuru on top of the score list because I used her everytime I play way back 1998.. If I am not mistaken,,she also has a storyline teaming up with Leona Heidern and Sie Kensou..is there??
Yknow, I just realized that since Verse’s death ended up resurrecting many deceased fighters, even from other worlds or timelines like Mizuki, that means that Maki could have been amongst those revived, so her potential inclusion in future KOF Games wouldn’t only give Chizuru more screen time, but also give us fans a new character to play as, even if it means changing one of the sister’s looks and fighting styles to make them different enough. Then add Maki getting back her original Sacred Treasure and she becomes a whole nother beast XP
@@ShoryuGame i am confident now that she will get enough recognition for her upcoming comeback of kof15 and she will be playable character in every kof episode
But Mai Shiranui's fanservice!! (Well, is the most visibly lol) Unlike other fans, i really like Shizuru, was the most important characters of the KOF lore and a plot device in 96, 97 and 2003 (well this last point it's not good for all, but is better that only appearance for why not) If make a KOF animated series, She was one of the most potential to great backstory.
Telepathy is a shrine maidens typical ability and her after images are so underwhelming until you see it's true potential and purpose in KOF 2003 (boss fight)
Underrated: I really agree with that. Nerfed: she was, although it was for the sake of a balanced gameplay. Ignored: absolutely, noticeable by the fact that every Hakkesshu character was present in KOF2002 (at least in console versions) and KOF2002UM, the Orochi versions of Iori, Leona and the NFT, and even Orochi (performing the Orochi Chris' HSDM) and Kusanagi as a playable character (created by Chizuru's mirror). But Chizuru... was greatly reduced into a mere cameo.
Chizuru is such an underrated and over looked character. Back when I played '96 in arcades was so expecting Rugal. When I saw her I was like a new chick working for him. She looks awesome! Then when Goenitz came after I was change in KOF, it's about time! I hope she teams up the the '97 team again as default in KOF 15 (though I doubt it).
Man, so many parallels to Naruto. The uchiha and senju rivalry, plus a clan that was trained specifically to seal orochi similar to the uzumaki clan to seal tailed beasts. Does anyone know where some these writers draw inspiration for these plots? Probably an ancient story. The original Yu-gi-oh! also has this with Kaiba v. Yugi.
They probably just share common old japanese mythologies for bases. I know for example the mirror of Yata exists in Touhou as well (albeit simply an official manga appearance).
That's because kishimoto copied a lot of characters here,. Here are few Examples: ITACHI UCHIHA'S looks, fire style power, and the design of clothing where the clan logo is placed at the back.. resembled that of KYO KUSANAGI'S KAKASHI HATAKE'S looks and chidori resembled that of BENIMARU NIKAIDO'S looks and power. OHNOKI'S look's resembled that of CHIN GENTSAI GAARA'S looks resembled that of IORI YAGAMI, while his gourd resembled that of CHIN GENTSAI. these are just a few examles but as you play more kof you'll notice that there is more.
My reaction when I saw Chizuru "underrated," his reaction "Underrated." Leona's everyone favorite, including mine, but Chizuro's my second and probably mine only haha...
I love her design, but if she had no losses she would be pretty much a Mary Sue with that backstory. Then again Maki's also close to one in that case. Still love her design though. Illusionist priestess is hella cool.
If she returns in KOF 15 (which all signs seem to be leading to) she might get a stronger (Api 15 is currently the strongest rating) version in the game.
鏡の中の本当のあなたが見える! Love Kagura, she was so much more interesting that Rose.. Hell all of the SNK fighter characters, were more interesting than Street Fighter's.
I just sincerely love this dude's heavy accent narrating the SNK lore to us, it feels magical
Thank God he has english subtitles
True initially his accent really bothered me but after only 3 videos l dont ever wana see a Kof lore in which he is not narrating
Same!
Much better than Zorro's.
I agree! Shoryu is the best at doing what he does for KoF! I also love just how funny he can be when he wants to during a lore video haha
It's rough when your favorite character in a fighting game is one who makes very few appearances. Even worse when she goes on hiatus, then comes back only to go an even longer one lasting nearly two decades. Chizuru was what got me into the KOF series, and it pleases me to no end that she's finally back in KOFXV.
I know right!
In some ways, she is similar to Kazama Jun from Tekken. Both have been missing from the story for quite a while until now.
@@detectivehan5717This is a great comparison. I never even realized the many comparisons between Chizuru and Jun until just now.
My favorite character is Kensou... and he's missing fron KOF XV 😭
I love chizuru and she really is underrated even though she is very important to the whole orochi saga.
@Adora For You a combo of Mai and Blue Mary with the sex appeal and her having to share a spotlight with Kyo and Iori
Yeah, Chizuru is one of the most important characters and DESERVES to return in XV, though they defeated Orochi in the Yagami ending in XIV.
Like, she can be a part of the Women's team like in 97 or 98(UM).
Also, F for Maki.
@@azureawe You know what would be insane?
If Maki AND Mizuki Rashoujin get resurrected due to Verse's defeat.
And then Mizuki spirit finds her perfect vessel.... On Chizuru's twin sister.
I like how she is the "glue" that keeps Iori and Kyo together.
Chizuru has the Yata mirror which symbolizes wisdom.
Kyo has the Kusanagi sword which symbolizes valor.
Iori has the Yasakani magatama which symbolizes benevolence.
If your making an innuendo she's married and has a kid
She gets overlooked so much despite her being a major and extremely important character. This was an awesome vid. KOF is truly a story deep series.
They need to sleeping on Seth,Lin,Jhun,Nameless and the rest of cast from the previous sagas
She is beautiful, she dances, she has a strong fashion sense and her theme is one of the bests in the KoF series.
I agree.
Arranged 96' ftw
She's finally back after 18 years!
2003. Oof.. that and Rayman 3 were the good times.
Chizuru was my first Kof character. She is the reason why I learned to love the game. Thank you for this.
I hope and pray she finally returns in KOF 15, it's long overdue.
Dont worry
In the words of Kirei, Rejoice
And now she is probably returned!
:D
I came from the future. Your wish is granted!!!!
I love Chizuru, so glad she's back!!
dude. this serie is the best! I love KOF, and now I'm learning a lot about the lore. keep it coming !!!
She is the most gorgeous woman in KOF or better yet, in SNK. Even as a Mai fan, I admit that her stunning beauty is unfathomable that even Mary, Mai, Vanessa or Mature's beauty couldn't compete with hers (They are really gorgeous as well tho). Not to mention that she is also the strongest woman in KOF since she beat Orochi Shermie. Sadly, she is a really underrated character. She hasn't been included in the game as a playable character anymore since KOF 2003. Even SNK themselves stated that she isn't prominent on the lore anymore since the Orochi saga has ended. I really hope that she'll be back in KOF XV...
nice job, this time you were spot on with everything :D I totally agree that Chizuru is being underutilized, hopefully she becomes a bigger part of the game in KOF XV
I don't think she will come back until anything orochi related happens.
@@sladejosephwilson2300 I think there's a chance. There's more to Orochi's clan than just Orochi itself. It's highly likely the Hakkeshou were all revived. Goenitz and CYS may be making a comeback just like Mature and Vice did. And it's likely Chizuru will try to investigate to stop them.
It might even be possible for Verse's destruction to have caused the revival of more than just evil characters, so not even Maki is out of the question.
@@extremmefan7305 I screwed up. I meant anything related to orochi and his followers. Not just orochi. My fault.
@@extremmefan7305 It does not exactly need to be exclusively related to any type of Orochi things to have a big threat in KOF universe to bring Chizuru. Remember. Mizuki Rashoujin from Samurai Spirits likely got resurrected due to Verse's defeat.
And alongside her there's also Maki, which is Chizuru's beloved dead sister who's likely going to be revived too.
To think there's a small chance of Maki being again a final boss and being the next vessel for Mizuki's spirit [Visually they look like each other in some way] that would be even more dangerous than Yamata no Orochi[Because Ambrosia and all].
Chizuru is a unique character. I always liked shrine maidens. She is great reputation of them.
She will always be my favorite as well
I love 3 secret treasure team. Also thank you very much for the explanation of this series.
You're welcome.
Resume of Chizuru life: "Help me stop this apocalyptic mofo from literally murdering everyone!"
Kyo and Iori: "But our rivalry!"
Pretty much!
Dude, thank you so much for these KoF lores, stories and character insights!
I've always wanted to know more about Chizuru, never knew she played such a big part in the story! Another great video!!
Regarding her dancing, apparently her name translates to a term meaning something like a dance to please the gods, or so I recall reading many years ago - it would certainly fit her more priestly duties.
Just wanted to say thanks for all the effort you make to prepare these lore videos so that everyone can follow what's happening in the KOF. Not many people know about how deep this series are so I appreciate your dedication on your videos. Keep it up and thanks again!
Pretty enjoyable video!
Ever since you started these Character Videos of the KOF Universe, I enjoy every one and learn something new for each character you cover. Keep up the good work! 👍
You are a true piece of art. 😍 Loved it man.
@@ShoryuGame Bro, what's with your accent?
You're a really good narrator bro, you're accent makes the stories come out as if you're someone from the game kof characters, great effect ☺️👏👍
Nice! She was such a hard character for me to fight when she was a mid boss, but i love how she was intertwined within the story. Thanks for the background info on Chizuru Shoryu! I'm going to add my voice to the chorus and say do Takuma Sakazaki! He was such a beast in the SVC chaos comics, equal to Akuma, that i wonder if there is something about him that i'm missing? Plus his super in KOF 98, Shin Kishin Geki, had the best sound effects in the game. I lost many matches just trying to pull it off so i could hear how awesome that 4-6 punch sounded lol.
You're breathing life into TH-cam for me man, another great video but I still hope you do a Ryo S. Video.
Best Girl
Had to come back to this video after her gameplay trailer for KOF XV 😁
Her aesthetic and character reminds me so much of Jun Kazama
ShoryuGame yea plus her tiara, bangs (a little bit), calm nature, and her morals when it comes to stopping evil
I see it since you said it
Counterpart of eachother just like Kazuya with Iori
I was hoping I wasn’t the only one who felt like this
I came to watch Chizuru lore because she's in KOF15!!! She's amazing. who else came here after the trailer dropped?
Thank you thank you thank you so much @shoryugame thanx a lot man to make a video About the love of my life Chizuru i really appreciated i really wanted to see her video of ur channel but finally my wish comes true i love chizuru a lot ❤
@@ShoryuGame im a kof fan but chizuru is my loveable if chizuru were real life human then i would have been marry her i do really love her
Chizuru, in my humble opinion is a keeper.
What does this mean
14:19 Awkward? Couldn't agree more!
Man loved your videos. Awesome work and yes she is very strong character to fight with.
@@ShoryuGame You are most welcome.
98' is the best
Guess who’s back
BACK AGAIN
She's in the trailer KOF XV team Sacred Treasure
Fairy's back
@@cremetangerine68 PS5 waiting KOF XV I playing mobile KOF 98 Using Kyo Iori and Chizuru as Well.
@@cremetangerine68 Tell a friend
Glad I share a birthday with her.
It is amazing how much I love your channel. It’s quality is so good and I hope your channel grows. I watch your videos as if they are bedtime stories. I cannot wait for your next video and if you ever want video ideas, I can come up with hundreds for you. Much love the US.
And she's ready for KOF 15!
great content bro!!!good job as always!
Thank you once again for the story.
She's Beautiful
She's gorgeous 💖
Agreed.
Super throwback man!! I used to put Chizuru on top of the score list because I used her everytime I play way back 1998..
If I am not mistaken,,she also has a storyline teaming up with Leona Heidern and Sie Kensou..is there??
I really appreciate you making these vids.
The Sacred Treasure’s Queen has returned for XV!
Cancer Queen 👑♋
12:47 She looks just like Mizuki from Samurai Shodown II in that brief second.
I can see the similarity.
And also like Sayochan from Kiki Kaikai
you did an amazing job!
Great Content. Hope you have a great year.
One thing about chizuru kagura, she can dance her ass off.
Mirror Queen is back, baby!!!
great job bro I like every detail about her
SHE'S BACK IN KOF XV
She's new desperation move from kyo and iori in XV
Underrated character. Should have had more playable appearances. She's like the Rose of the KOF series.
Chizuru is MVP in orochi saga, and Shingo is MVP in KOF XI. but it a shame she is so underated
Tks so much for this vid
Probably the 2nd best Waifu of KOF next to Mai & Shermie
She is really amazing
waiting for this episode for a long time.
Our priestess waifu 😚
Yknow, I just realized that since Verse’s death ended up resurrecting many deceased fighters, even from other worlds or timelines like Mizuki, that means that Maki could have been amongst those revived, so her potential inclusion in future KOF Games wouldn’t only give Chizuru more screen time, but also give us fans a new character to play as, even if it means changing one of the sister’s looks and fighting styles to make them different enough. Then add Maki getting back her original Sacred Treasure and she becomes a whole nother beast XP
Great video, thanks
Glad you liked it!
thanks for the vid dude it was great...i realy hope she will make a cameo in kof xv. keep up the awesome work.
Why the hell do u think like that About cameo??? Not cameo okey she will make a comeback in kofxv
@@ShoryuGame i am confident now that she will get enough recognition for her upcoming comeback of kof15 and she will be playable character in every kof episode
We got more than that
Chizuru is the most underrated character of whole kof series,
& she would be second most influential probably after kyo.
She became my best female character after knowing her story ❤️
But Mai Shiranui's fanservice!! (Well, is the most visibly lol)
Unlike other fans, i really like Shizuru, was the most important characters of the KOF lore and a plot device in 96, 97 and 2003 (well this last point it's not good for all, but is better that only appearance for why not) If make a KOF animated series, She was one of the most potential to great backstory.
She was cute ( for me) while Mai is sexy
I was genuinely drawn to chizuru I say she's a better character than Mai Shiranui!
Oh my God she is a true Goddess so selfless and sufi.... Man she reminds me of my own God Mother
One of my best character
Telepathy is a shrine maidens typical ability and her after images are so underwhelming until you see it's true potential and purpose in KOF 2003 (boss fight)
That is how Rei Hino was able to fight
Underrated: I really agree with that.
Nerfed: she was, although it was for the sake of a balanced gameplay.
Ignored: absolutely, noticeable by the fact that every Hakkesshu character was present in KOF2002 (at least in console versions) and KOF2002UM, the Orochi versions of Iori, Leona and the NFT, and even Orochi (performing the Orochi Chris' HSDM) and Kusanagi as a playable character (created by Chizuru's mirror). But Chizuru... was greatly reduced into a mere cameo.
Chizuru and Maki are pretty cool 😎
6:58 Perfect coke frame body 👍
Chizuru's hands down my favorite KOF original female, and it sucks that as much as she shows up in the story, she isn't playable that much.
Is it possible that following the defeat of Verse Maki Kagura will return back to life as well?
Pretty sure they are going to have a field day with the revivals
Maki appears to still be dead, seeing how in 15 you can hear two voices of you use her super against CYS
Chizuru is such an underrated and over looked character. Back when I played '96 in arcades was so expecting Rugal. When I saw her I was like a new chick working for him. She looks awesome! Then when Goenitz came after I was change in KOF, it's about time! I hope she teams up the the '97 team again as default in KOF 15 (though I doubt it).
I didn't know much about the Kaguras but I did first see Chizuru in '03
Thank you for the stories of kofs.
I love Chizuru
i got a question
Can ash crimson really neaded the yata mirror or not?
He had a plan which needed all 3 sacred treasures. watch the Ash saga vid again
i expect to see you here
Man, so many parallels to Naruto. The uchiha and senju rivalry, plus a clan that was trained specifically to seal orochi similar to the uzumaki clan to seal tailed beasts. Does anyone know where some these writers draw inspiration for these plots? Probably an ancient story. The original Yu-gi-oh! also has this with Kaiba v. Yugi.
Kof Lore is older
They probably just share common old japanese mythologies for bases. I know for example the mirror of Yata exists in Touhou as well (albeit simply an official manga appearance).
That's because kishimoto copied a lot of characters here,. Here are few Examples:
ITACHI UCHIHA'S looks, fire style power, and the design of clothing where the clan logo is placed at the back.. resembled that of KYO KUSANAGI'S
KAKASHI HATAKE'S looks and chidori resembled that of BENIMARU NIKAIDO'S looks and power.
OHNOKI'S look's resembled that of CHIN GENTSAI
GAARA'S looks resembled that of IORI YAGAMI, while his gourd resembled that of CHIN GENTSAI.
these are just a few examles but as you play more kof you'll notice that there is more.
pls do the story of shingo yabuki
Hello I'm sure you already heard. Chizuru is back in Kof15!
Can you make story of psycho soldier team ?
My reaction when I saw Chizuru "underrated," his reaction "Underrated."
Leona's everyone favorite, including mine, but Chizuro's my second and probably mine only haha...
Hummmmmm interesting stories behind the kof🤔, alright I'll join you☺️, I'll sub
Came here right after the new KOF 15 trailer.
I love her design, but if she had no losses she would be pretty much a Mary Sue with that backstory.
Then again Maki's also close to one in that case.
Still love her design though. Illusionist priestess is hella cool.
justice is done to kushinada well done
She's back in KOF XV sacred treasures team enters the XV tournament after red dragon decided invitation XV tournament KOF.
Can you do a Shinto history please 😁
when he said her happy life was about to end I said right away "Goenitz".
I wonder if Chizuru sister is also brought to live thanks to Verse
pls do Billy Kane or Mature n Vice lore
please do saisyu kusanagi
I come here again after Chizuru trailer for KOFXV !! 😍
5:24 Men☕☕☕☕
She’s underrated in Kof 98 UM OL Mobile. Deserves more love.
If she returns in KOF 15 (which all signs seem to be leading to) she might get a stronger (Api 15 is currently the strongest rating) version in the game.
Hoping for her to appear in kof 15. I even bought her figure from pop toys.
Im waiting Chizuru on *KOF15*
鏡の中の本当のあなたが見える! Love Kagura, she was so much more interesting that Rose.. Hell all of the SNK fighter characters, were more interesting than Street Fighter's.
My favourite KOF character
Maybe if she had flames that were white or something, she would get more attention.