Rei

Name: Rei (レイ) Description: Rei is the succesor of Nanto Suichoken style and one of the Nanto Rokusei Ken. He bears the destiny of the "Star of Justice" Rei the successor of Nanto Suichoken.

History: While away on training, his home village was attacked by a 'Man with Seven Scars' (who was actually Jagi posing as his brother Kenshiro), kidnapped his sister Airi. Originally a brute who only wanted revenge for his younger sister, Airi, Rei ruthlessly searched for the "man with seven scars on his chest". While searching for his sister's kidnapper, he met the real Kenshiro and Mamiya while working as a spy for the Fang Clan. Rei ends up betraying the Fang Clan and in retaliation, they track down and kidnap Airi. After his sister is rescued by Ken, Rei decides to repay him in any way possible by accompanying him in his journey. After saving his sister from the gang, he reforms into a man of benevolence and integrity as he befriends Kenshiro. He acts as Kenshiro's reliable partner for the early parts of the series.

Rei decides to repay his debt to Kenshiro by challenging Raoh on Kenshiro's behalf, but is defeated. However, Raoh does not kill him immediately, but instead strikes a pressure point that will cause all of Rei's blood to hemorrhage out of his body in three days. Rei decides to spend his last few days of his life by challenging his rival Yuda, who had tormented Mamiya in the past.

Rei manages to defeat Yuda and retreats to a lonely cabin to pass away in peace. After his passing, Kenshiro cremates his body by burning down the cabin, swearing that he will honor Rei and keep his legend alive.

Abilities/techniques: Hien Ryūbu (The Flowing Dance of the Flying Swallow) - a leaping, spinning attack that has Rei briefly mimic the form of a flying bird before he slices his targets in perfect pieces. It is the most beautiful looking technique of his style. During the series, this move impresses other Nanto students and unintentionally earns Juda's jealousy. Hishō Hakurei (Soaring White Loveliness) - Rei's level one Hyper Signature Move. Rei performs a single, graceful looking somersault. As he lands, his hands slices horizontally to his front. His attacks radiate a white aura that cuts anything in their path. Originally used to finish Juda off. Nanto Kakuyokujinzan (South Dipper/Nanto Crane Wing Slice) - Rei spins around in midair continuously, surrounded by a multitude of blue circles that shred any enemies who they come into contact with. Can also be performed in midair. Nanto Ko Ha Ryu (South Dipper/Nanto Tiger Destroys Dragon) - Rei sticks his arms out to the side and is engulfed in blue smoke. His defence is increase for a short while. Any enemies near Rei when the move is performed are sent flying back. Originally used to signal a danger to Kenshiro.