From my Theory, the Reason why it took so long for Rock Howard to finally make it into the KOF Canon was all thanks to the *"Tales of Ash"* Saga that involves not only Time Travel, but also cost a huge Time Paradox that effected all of the Cast in KOF to Age Backwards (Terry for Example), while some of the Cast in "Garou MOTW" to Age Forward (Rock for Example). If you may think that's sounds Dumb or a complete Headache, then that's Fine, I'm only just doing it for Fun.
Nobody aged backwards though, SNK just cannot make adult Rock cannon because of 2003. They refuse to age their characters(and still put B. Jenet and Gato in XI, fucking it all up anyway).
@@sfsreiq And yet, wasn't Rock supposed to be the exact same Age as Hotaru where she showed up in the Garou Team Ending in KOF XI? That was all just made up by the Fans, Aging does Exist in the KOF series my Guy, Terry's Garou Outfit use to be his Default in both 2003 and XI, while despite that it was just a Recycled Sprite from Garou MOTW, but it's clear that he is actually Aging in the KOF Timeline until the Time Paradox happened in XIII. Edit: Even if you look at Robert Garcia's recent Design in KOF XIV and XV, he went from *Steven Seagal* in the 2-D Era but transformed into *Johnny Depp* in the 3-D Era, but it's pretty much clear he is the only (and Ironically the only AOF-) Character that's actually Aging.
Jose Urbina's theory might actually be correct by the way. SNK Heroines is canonical to the KoF universe and Rock appeared as a 16-17 year old in it - that being his age in Garou (his playable form). So Rock's appearance in KoF XV might actually be canonical for a change.
Since that Rock Howard is now fully grown up in the KOF Timeline, I wonder if it's also the same Case for *Jae Hoon* and *Dong Hwan* (Kim's 2 Jobber Sons in "Garou MOTW") as well, I guess maybe Time will tell eventually (or Not).
Nice data. I hope for another Garou, it would be interesting if Rock becomes evil and Terry's nightmare becomes true, that would be an interesting plot.
I'm surprised there was no mention of Naoto Kurogane from Blazblue. Ragna and Jin even ripped off Rock's best win pose. It goes to show how influential SNK fighting games really are.
Angel: Who…is this Rudy Poo? Rock: My blood…it…. Angel: IT DOESN’T MATTER WHAT YOUR BLOOD DOES!!!!!! Sorry Lotus, after that intro…since you aren’t doing the “Angel” voice/references…I had to! Seriously, good video!
U mentioned FEATHER from Granblue Fantasy. I thought that one was going to escape you. Surprise you didn't mention his alleged sister from KOF Destiny but that crap is more than likely not canon
Hey I don’t know if you mind, but could make a video talking over king of fighters EX 2, of course talk about the bonus content in the game like leveling up and unlocks please, if you do that I will absolutely sub you
From my Theory, the Reason why it took so long for Rock Howard to finally make it into the KOF Canon was all thanks to the *"Tales of Ash"* Saga that involves not only Time Travel, but also cost a huge Time Paradox that effected all of the Cast in KOF to Age Backwards (Terry for Example), while some of the Cast in "Garou MOTW" to Age Forward (Rock for Example).
If you may think that's sounds Dumb or a complete Headache, then that's Fine, I'm only just doing it for Fun.
It’s probably gonna be more mental than getting Blipped.
I am gonna be curious for the series after the “Verse Saga”
Don't worry. Time travel in general is a headache.
But you may have a point and connection there.
Nobody aged backwards though, SNK just cannot make adult Rock cannon because of 2003. They refuse to age their characters(and still put B. Jenet and Gato in XI, fucking it all up anyway).
@@sfsreiq And yet, wasn't Rock supposed to be the exact same Age as Hotaru where she showed up in the Garou Team Ending in KOF XI?
That was all just made up by the Fans, Aging does Exist in the KOF series my Guy, Terry's Garou Outfit use to be his Default in both 2003 and XI, while despite that it was just a Recycled Sprite from Garou MOTW, but it's clear that he is actually Aging in the KOF Timeline until the Time Paradox happened in XIII.
Edit: Even if you look at Robert Garcia's recent Design in KOF XIV and XV, he went from *Steven Seagal* in the 2-D Era but transformed into *Johnny Depp* in the 3-D Era, but it's pretty much clear he is the only (and Ironically the only AOF-) Character that's actually Aging.
"No body likes you" is so accurate
Yup!
Jose Urbina's theory might actually be correct by the way.
SNK Heroines is canonical to the KoF universe and Rock appeared as a 16-17 year old in it - that being his age in Garou (his playable form).
So Rock's appearance in KoF XV might actually be canonical for a change.
Since that Rock Howard is now fully grown up in the KOF Timeline, I wonder if it's also the same Case for *Jae Hoon* and *Dong Hwan* (Kim's 2 Jobber Sons in "Garou MOTW") as well,
I guess maybe Time will tell eventually (or Not).
You're not wrong. You could have a point.
@@joseurbina3835 I hope so.
I really want to see a sequel to Garou. Especially after seeing those new characters.
It's coming soon.
This comment aged well.
Well, do I have some news for you!
Fatal Fury city of the wolves 🐺
It’s here
Nice data.
I hope for another Garou, it would be interesting if Rock becomes evil and Terry's nightmare becomes true, that would be an interesting plot.
then he's finna give the boy them hands
According to KOF Maximum Impact, Rock's favorite food... is HIS GLOVES! 🤣
Another fact you forgot is that he's a Cancerian like me.
I'm surprised there was no mention of Naoto Kurogane from Blazblue. Ragna and Jin even ripped off Rock's best win pose.
It goes to show how influential SNK fighting games really are.
The rookie! The wolf cub! One of the best characters in the SNK fighting game series.
Dude you deserve more exposure. What a great video.
Best boy. Must protect son...
Nice reference to that "Face Off" song!
I love to see an anime about Rock's origins
🤠✌🏻YES! Good Work Rock Howard!🤠✌🏻
🤠✌🏻Congratulations, My Friend!🤠✌🏻
Rock!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Rock is literally the basis for a lot of my own style and inspiration. He's unforgettably cool. This video gave me some info I didn't even know!
Get my man more subscribers he's so freaking hilarious and entertaining! 😂
bro, just the beginning of the video, the bars u spittin, i automatically had to destroy that like button
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Up to this day I still wonder what became of rock after his story mode in Garou
7:20 and here I thought they forgotten Garou and the lore yet they didn’t go through with making a sequel? THE FRICK is wrong with them???
@@mrDak3000 Exactly like get to it already
Angel: Who…is this Rudy Poo?
Rock: My blood…it….
Angel: IT DOESN’T MATTER WHAT YOUR BLOOD DOES!!!!!!
Sorry Lotus, after that intro…since you aren’t doing the “Angel” voice/references…I had to! Seriously, good video!
Really? I didn't even know that. Thanks for making this video. I like it.
Rock rules
Just started watching you and I already love your content
Imma sub
Underrated channel spotted
Good info. My only problem with the video was the pronunciation of Garou. It's actually pronounced with an long o sound, not a u or oo sound.
U mentioned FEATHER from Granblue Fantasy. I thought that one was going to escape you. Surprise you didn't mention his alleged sister from KOF Destiny but that crap is more than likely not canon
This video was amazing
Rock Howard for Tekken 8 one day....hopefully with any luck
I like Rock Howard.He is Geese howard,s nephew.He has mastered all of Geese,s move.Super!
WRONG. Rock Howard is Geese Howard's SON.
OK.TThank u for the correction bro.
@@tahmidapurba6690 You're welcome. 👍
8:49 AAAAA AMOGUS JUMPSCARE
Hey I don’t know if you mind, but could make a video talking over king of fighters EX 2, of course talk about the bonus content in the game like leveling up and unlocks please, if you do that I will absolutely sub you
can you make a video about duo lon 😭😭 no one talks about him
Was that a Mana track at the beginning of the video?
That was the arranged version of Hotaru Futaba's Garou MOTW theme
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The same designers made Rock AND Shunei? But Rock is so cool and Shunei is . . . not lol
Nah
I would’ve hoped to know what female character would become Rock Howard’s potential love interest!!!
I see Hotaru being the one given the two can relate with their upbringings and their goals.
@@sonicfan2403 that sounds about right
Great intro lol 😁
Team rookie is awesome
What is the name of the song being played at the end?
Read the description.
@@TheChrisLotusi did but which one is the song?
@@jago483Its listed in order of appearance. I do that for every video.
Its the Elysium song.
1:30
Rock is Kaworu. Snk were big Evangelion and Gainax fans and it showed. Orochi was Kaworu 0 Kaede was Kaworu 0.5 and Rock was Kaworu 1.0