We've got another throwback KO here, from the classic Streetfighter IV! This is such a throwback, its from the days before freecams made in-game captures common. Yep, this is from the days where I needed to source and acquire XPS model ports of game characters to do my KOs. This, in particular, is a gem for me. Its the Ultimate Karate Tomboy herself, Makoto Rindou, in her one appearance after her SF3 debut. Not only that, this is Mak out of her trademark, iconic Karate Gi, taking to battle in her undies- the red tanktop and matching red panties/bikini bottoms we all assume she is wearing underneath the baggy dogi.
Well, Makoto, tough as she is, has gotten herself knocked out. Which is not all bad, since when she's unconscious and out cold she seems at her most relaxed and stress free. And when a girl is sleeping, I think they're at their cutest and prettiest. Makoto is the tomboy's tomboy- but she looks so adorable as she naps. Heck, even her BIG, karateka feet look a bit cuter when they're limp and not kicking our teeth in.
Still pining for the day when we see our petite karateka announced for Streetfighter 6. I do believe this is going to happen someday, then we'll hopefully see Makoto's current-day incarnation. I am hoping she is still recognizable as the Mak we've loved from day one, but I also hope for her to bloom into not just a powerful, mature fighter but a beautiful woman in her own right. For now though, enjoy this yesteryear KO, and stay tuned for more.