Fang Clan

The Fang Clan (牙一族, Kiba Ichizoku) refers to the muscled gang of bandits who terrorize Mamiya's village. The members of the gang treat one another as though they were family, calling their fellow member "brother". Their leader is their "father", the Fang King (牙大王 Kiba Daiou). He is the tallest of the gang and addresses his followers as his sons. They are likely not blood kin with one another, however, as the king is more than willing to sacrifice his "sons" for his own safety.

When Kenshiro, Rei, and Mamiya confront them, the king is in possession of Rei's younger sister, Airi. Mamiya attempts to use trickery to save her by targeting the king, but her attempt fails. Holding both women hostage (only Airi in the game), he orders Rei and Kenshiro to fight to the death for their safety. After witnessing both fighters seemingly fall victim to a deadly stalemate, the king orders his sons to finish the job. However, Kenshiro and Rei arise shortly afterwards from their "deaths" due to the ultimate moves of their fighting styles naturally canceling out. Enraged by the ruse, Fang King attempts to avenge his humiliation and lost sons. He fights Kenshiro with his greatest technique, but quickly falls when his opponent dispels it.

Fighting Style
The Fang Clan always attack as a pack and howl like a pack of wild wolves. The fang brothers are armed with dual claws and other weapons to surround their foes. They often try to stick together to support their fellow "brothers". While they aren't too impressive by themselves, they synchronize their attacks and are harder to beat as a group.

The Fang King's special ability hardens his skin as though it were steel and dulls the damage from normal blows. When he uses this technique, his skin turns a dull blueish tint. He can't completely protect his internal organs or pressure points from damage.