ROUND 1: Gyou'Un
Mounted Combat:
Houken's sheer size, strength, and mastery of the glaive outclass Gyou’Un. Gyou’Un was capable of matching Shin for extended periods, but Houken’s brute force and absurd durability give him the edge here. While Gyou’Un is tenacious, he cannot outlast Houken’s overwhelming attacks.
Winner: Houken.
Dismounted Combat:
On foot, the gap is even larger. Houken’s speed and brute force dominate Gyou’Un’s already injured body (since Gyou’Un fought through pain in many of his battles). Gyou’Un can hold out for a while with his combat instincts but ultimately gets crushed.
Winner: Houken.
ROUND 2: Sento’Un
Mounted Combat:
Sento’Un’s raw aggression might allow him to keep up initially, but Houken’s physical dominance and superior technique will overpower him. Sento’Un thrives in chaos, but Houken is too disciplined and powerful to be thrown off his rhythm.
Winner: Houken.
Dismounted Combat:
Houken dominates Sento’Un even more decisively here. On foot, Sento’Un’s unorthodox movements won’t matter as much against Houken’s precision strikes and overwhelming strength.
Winner: Houken.
ROUND 3: Zenou
Mounted Combat:
Zenou is terrifying in terms of raw strength, but Houken’s superior glaive mastery and combat experience give him a massive edge. Zenou’s brute force cannot overcome Houken’s calculated strikes and overwhelming power.
Winner: Houken.
Dismounted Combat:
Zenou fares slightly better on foot because of his berserker style, but he still lacks the technique to properly challenge Houken. His wild swings would leave him open to precise counters, and Houken’s durability ensures he can tank anything Zenou throws at him.
Winner: Houken.
ROUND 4: Shouheikun
Mounted Combat:
Houken easily overpowers Shouheikun here. The latter’s strength lies in his mind, not in direct combat. Houken’s glaive mastery and physical power are far beyond what Shouheikun can handle.
Winner: Houken.
Dismounted Combat:
The result is the same. Shouheikun might try to use his intelligence to exploit weaknesses in Houken’s technique, but Houken’s raw physicality and superior combat skills ensure victory.
Winner: Houken.
ROUND 5: Tou
Mounted Combat:
Tou gives Houken significant trouble here. His elegance and technique are second to none, allowing him to evade Houken’s heavy attacks while landing precise strikes. However, Houken’s raw power and durability give him the ability to outlast Tou in a drawn-out fight.
Winner: Houken (barely).
Dismounted Combat:
Tou fares better on foot, where his agility and precision allow him to exploit Houken’s reliance on brute strength. However, Houken’s relentless offense and superior physicality eventually overwhelm Tou.
Winner: Houken (with difficulty).
ROUND 6: Renpa
Mounted Combat:
Renpa has the edge in experience and adaptability, but Houken’s sheer strength puts him ahead. The battle would be incredibly close, but Houken’s stamina and raw power would give him the edge in a prolonged fight.
Winner: Houken (extreme difficulty).
Dismounted Combat:
Renpa on foot is a nightmare for Houken. His mastery of combat and ability to read opponents would allow him to exploit Houken’s straightforward fighting style. In a prolonged fight, Renpa’s superior skill and tactical mind win out.
Winner: Renpa.
ROUND 7: Man’U
Mounted Combat:
Man’U’s strength and composure make this a grueling fight, but Houken’s superior technique and glaive mastery allow him to land decisive blows. Man’U’s calm nature might delay the inevitable, but he cannot overcome Houken’s relentless power.
Winner: Houken.
Dismounted Combat:
On foot, the gap is slightly wider. Houken’s speed and precision allow him to exploit Man’U’s size and land critical strikes.
Winner: Houken.
ROUND 8: Moubu
Mounted Combat:
Houken’s glaive mastery gives him an advantage over Moubu on horseback, but Moubu’s monstrous strength levels the playing field. This is a brutal slugfest, but Houken’s superior technique edges out a victory.
Winner: Houken (extreme difficulty).
Dismounted Combat:
On foot, Moubu’s raw power is too overwhelming. Houken struggles against Moubu’s relentless attacks and ultimately succumbs to his monstrous strength.
Winner: Moubu.
ROUND 9: Shibashou
Mounted Combat:
Shibashou’s calm and calculated fighting style allows him to handle Houken’s brute force. His adaptability and skill allow him to outmaneuver Houken and exploit weaknesses in his technique.
Winner: Shibashou.
Dismounted Combat:
Shibashou’s superiority is even clearer on foot. He reads Houken like a book and lands decisive blows, ultimately taking him down.
Winner: Shibashou.
