In anticipation of the "MvC2"s next-gen debut, we're bringing you daily showdown spotlights pitting a Marvel character against a Capcom character. Each entry features official game artwork, character bios and polls to determine which universe really brings the heat.
Enjoy today's Akuma vs. Venom spotlight, make sure to vote in the poll below, visit the official "Marvel vs. Capcom 2" site and come back on Monday for our next throwdown, right here on Marvel.com!
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Fighter Name: Akuma Real Name: Gouki
Universe: Capcom, Street Fighter
First Appearance: "Super Street Fighter II Turbo" (Arcade)
Marvel/Capcom Game Appearances: "X-Men: Children of the Atom," "X-Men vs. Street Fighter," "Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter," "Marvel vs. Capcom 2"
Citizenship: Japan
Height:6'1"
Weight:245 lbs
Eyes:Red
Hair:Red
Brief Bio: Known as Gouki in Japan, Akuma is the brother of Ken and Ryu's sensei, and was rumored to have killed Gouken, though he is very much alive in SFIV. Even if not guilty of fratricide, he definitely killed his master after discovering the dark powers that fuel him, and wears his late master's prayer beads around his neck. Akuma is one of the top bad guys in the SF universe, and was big in the Alpha sub-series. He's normally cast as Ryu's main enemy, pushing him on a darker path. Perennial loser Dan also sees Akuma as a rival, while Akuma just ignores him.
Powers: Akuma wields the power of the Dark Hadou, which magnifies his already highly exceptional fighting skills.
Special Moves: Gou Hanouken, Gou Shoryuken, Tatsumaki Zankuu Kyaku, Messatsu Gou Rasen, Tenma Zankuu Hadou
Quote: "At least you make an effort, pathetic as it was!"
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Fighter Name: VenomReal Name: Eddie Brock
Universe: Marvel, Spider-Man
First Appearance:(as The Symbiote) MARVEL SUPER HEROES: SECRET WARS #8(1984), (as Eddie Brock ) WEB OF SPIDER-MAN #18(1986), (as Venom) AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #298(1988),
Marvel/Capcom Game Appearances: "Marvel vs. Capcom 2"
Citizenship: USA
Height:6'4"-7'6"(variable,with symbiote)
Weight:277 lbs-795 lbs (variable,with symbiote)
Eyes:Blue
Hair:Reddish Blond
Brief Bio: When Spider-Man discovered his costume was truly an alien symbiote feeding off his energy, Spidey broke free of its grasp. In search of a new host to survive, the symbiote came across Eddie Brock, a former reporter for the Daily Globe who blamed his troubles on Spider-Man. Equally consumed by hatred, the symbiote was attracted to Brocks fierce emotion and bonded with him in order to survive, transforming Brock in to the super-villain known as Venom. Venom has proven time and time again, to be a more than formidable foe for Spider-Man and many other Marvel heroes. Driven by hate and gifted with immense power, Venom is one bad guy who won't go down easily.
Powers: Venom can cling to walls, produce and shoot a web-like substance to up to 70 feet and blend in with the background. Venom also possess superhuman strength that allows him to lift almost 100 tons.
Special Moves: Venom Fang, Venom Rush, Web Throw, Venom Web, Death Bite
Quote: "You are Brock. I am symbiote. WE....ARE....VENOM!"
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