Capcom vs. SNK/Dhalsim

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 * First appearance: Street Fighter II
 * Other appearances: Street Fighter Alpha series, Street Fighter EX series, Marvel vs. Capcom series
 * Related characters: None

Dhalsim is a mystic and master of Yoga. Having reached enlightenment, he gained exceptional control over his mind and body, allowing him to perform moves which appear inhuman or impossible, such as stretching his limbs and breathing fire. Dhalsim is a pacifist at heart, and fights only to earn what money he can to send to his impoverished village in India. He also seeks to aid all those who he encounters, should they need his help. Although he is not officially linked to any other fighter, he has reportedly aided Ryu in his quest to distance himself from the Dark Hadou which threatens to erase Ryu's humanity. He has also partnered with troubled souls like Blanka in Street Fighter EX 3 series, and Sabertooth in X-Men vs. Street Fighter.

Choosing between Normal and Extra Dhalsim is essentially like choosing between A-ISM and X-ISM Dhalsim in Street Fighter Alpha 3. One version reflects his Street Fighter Alpha series of moves while the other more accurately reflects his Super Street Fighter II Turbo moves. When he returns in Capcom vs. SNK 2, he is far more like his Alpha series self.

Pro version changes

 * Dhalsim's Yoga Tempest Super Combo inflicts more damage than it did originally.
 * Dhalsim's drill attacks have lowered priority.
 * Extra Dhalsim's Yoga Inferno does more damage while retaining the same priority as before.
 * Dhalsim recovers slightly faster from a Yoga Teleport.