Rook, also known as the Fallen Angel, is a character who was originally supposed to appear in the canceled crossover fighting game Capcom Fighting All-Stars as one of the four original characters. Despite only being indirectly connected to the Street Fighter series, he was given a profile in the Street Fighter V character guide.[1]
Biography
Rook is a mysterious man whose peculiar genes were awakened by a mysterious organization, thus becoming a "CODE HOLDER”. Always working together with D.D., he doesn't speak too much and has a cool personality.[1]
Gameplay
Rooks focuses mainly on leg attacks in various combinations. His flashy movements blend together elements of light and darkness.
Moveset
- Wind Spear - An anti-air upward kick
- Shifting Dimension Whip - A rekka series of up to 3 kick attacks
- Assault Size - An axe kick done after a short jump
- IN HEAVEN - An auto-counter, reversing an opponent's attack against them.
Crossover Appearances
Otoranger
Rook appeared in the rhythm RPG Otoranger alongside D.D. and Ingrid.
Trivia
- Rook's name is transliterated as Luke in some Capcom Fighting All-Stars screenshots and the English SFV website.[2]