The Strongest Man in the World
Baki can be very cheerful and outgoing, but can also be very tough and dangerous. He never gives up in a fight, and will take any amount of damage to win the fight. Absolutely fearless, Baki is driven by vengeance and a desire to be the strongest grappler in the world. He also has a loving side, as displayed in his feelings for Kozue. He is loyal to his friends, and has a strong heart. This heart has allowed him to have compassion for his enemies.
Baki only has some clothes and the Pancretian belt.
Baki Hanma's martial arts training began when his father, Yujiro, threw him down headfirst onto the concrete. Since then, his mother, Emi Akezawa, had him train with world-class coaches to hone his skills. However, these methods were not good enough, and Baki began his own training. This sparked a series of battles with mercenaries, gangsters, and even a giant ape! All the while, Baki grew stronger and evolved into a true warrior. But, he was unable to defeat his father, and lost his mother.
Two years later, Baki returned to Japan and began competing in the Supreme Fighting Circuit, a dangerous underground fight club run by Mitsunari Tokugawa. In three years time, Baki was champion, and defended his belt succesfully against a karate fighter, a famous pro wrestler, and even a genius bodybuilder. At this time, Baki developed a love interest in Kozue, the daughter of his landlord, and made new friends in former SFC champ Doppo Orochi, and legendary martial artist, Gizo Motobe. Yujiro was lurking around, as well, and proved that Baki still could not hold a candle to him. Baki continued to train, and was spurred on by his vengeance. He was determined to make Yujiro pay for killing his mother.
The Supreme Fighting Championship opened, and Baki put his title on the line against some of the best fighters in the world. Encountering the powerful Yasha Ape Jr., the cocky Katsumi Orochi, and even the dangerous Retsu Kaio, Baki defeated them all. In the final match, he triumphed over his brother Jack to prove who deserved to become the next King. Baki retired from the SFC, and began a nomad lifestyle. Now he puts his belt on the line against any challenger. All the while, he continues to seek vengeance against the Red King.