Kim Sue-il

Kim Sue Il (Hanja:金 秀一, Japanese: キム･スイル, Kimu Suiru) is one of the main protagonists in Kizuna Encounter. He is named after the real Taekwondo martial artist, Hwoan Sue Il. In Gamest's 1997 Heroes Collection, Kim was voted as the staff's twenty-seventh favorite character. He shared the spot with King of Fighters character, Clark Still.

He is voiced by Yoshiaki Fujita.

Story
Kim is a korean detective with a very strong sense of justice. He grew up learning about morals from his father while his mother taught him Taekwondo. He learns of a criminal named Joker and travels to Jipang City to arrest him. He learns that Joker is going to enter the "Battle of the Beast God" tournament held by King Lion and enters the tournament with Rosa. Arresting Joker, Kim immediately returned to Korea.

Personality
Kim is very serious and focused on his work.

Powers

 * Energy Attacks - Kim can increase the damage caused by his staff and kicks with energy.
 * Phoenix Attack - Like his ancestor, Kim is able to summon a phoenix while using his version of the Ho'Oh Kyaku.

Fighting Style
Kim's fighting style is very similar to Kim Kaphwan's. He uses his Hienzan, Hishou Kyaku, Rangetsuzan and Ho'ou Kyaku moves. He fights also with a staff and his Hienzan is made with the staff, not with a kick.

Game Appearances



 * Kizuna Encounter
 * The King of Fighters 2000 - As a Striker for Kim Kaphwan

Cameo Appearances

 * The King of Fighters '94: Rebout - Background cameo
 * The King of Fighters 2002 - Background cameo
 * The King of Fighters 2002 Unlimited Match - background cameo