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CONFIRMED Methods for ALL CHARACTERS' Items FAQ

This is not just another item guide. This is a list of CONFIRMED Methods, ones I have seen work with my own eyes. Anything that I have not been able to confirm will not be listed below. Even if a method is known I will not list it until I myself have tested it. If you would like a guide with all methods included, please see Neoarchaic's Item Guide at GameFAQS. If you have any questions or methods you would like to be tested, send me a PM at Versus City, e-mail me, or reply to one of my posts at Versus City. I will help each and every person who asks me for it, so feel free to ask me for help if you have trouble with something (VF4 item related of course).

• All methods listed aren't necessarily 100% right. They are the methods I used to win the items and that I know work for me 100% of the time.

Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 How do I win items? 1.2 How do I use items? 2 Methods in general 2.1 Methods 3 Item notes 3.1 Game settings 3.2 Example of an item table 4 Character items 4.1 Akira Yuki 4.2 AOI UMENOKOUJI 4.3 JACKY BRYANT 4.4 JEFFRY McWILD 4.5 KAGE-MARU 4.6 LAU CHAN 4.7 LEI FEI 4.8 LION RAFALE 4.9 PAI CHAN 4.10 SARAH BRYANT 4.11 SHUN-DI 4.12 VANESSA LEWIS 4.13 WOLF HAWKFIELD 5 Additional notes 5.1 Damaging the Temple stage floor 5.2 Winning 100 consecutive times 5.3 The easier counter combo 5.4 The harder counter combo 5.5 Making a comeback

[edit] Introduction

So, how do you like the game so far? Excited about customizing your own fighters? Well, the first step to this is to creating a New Player File under the Data Files Menu. Give 'em a clever ring name and prepare to enter the ring and win those little trinkets that make your character look really cool, powerful or just plain silly!

[edit] How do I win items?

Items are won by performing various tasks in VS Mode. These tasks can range from very simple to extremely difficult. They also must be performed flawlessly in order to win an item, therefore, if things go wrong, there is a high chance that you won't win anything. If you do things right, though, you will see a little treasure box in the corner of the screen appear. It can either be a red treasure box or a larger orange treasure box. I'm still kind of unsure what the difference is, but I think it has to do with how difficult the item was to get.

Items can also be won another way; through Kumite Mode. Any time you fight and defeat an opponent in a "mirror match" (where the opponent is the same character as you) and that character is equipped with an item, you will win it. Sometimes, opponents are equipped with more that one item, and in that case, you have to defeat him/her multiple times in order to get all the items from them. In addition, certain items are equipped to either the 1P outfit or the 2P outfit. So, for example you want to win Aoi's Japanese Ponytail, you have to use her 2P outfit because the Japanese Ponytail is equipped only to her 1P outfit. Get it? I'll go into more depth on this in each character section.

The third way is to collect Orbs from High Kings in Kumite Mode. Collecting your first set will yield your characters 1st Orb item. Some characters have more than one Orb Item. The more sets you collect, the more Orb Items you will win. Once your character has won all his/her Orb Items, then when you collect the next set, you will be granted basic items you may have missed or don't know how to obtain. There are 7 colored orbs you need to collect: Black, White, Crimson, Blue, Green, Orange, and Purple. You can win orbs from other Players in VS Mode as soon as you hit 2nd Dan as well.

The final way to get items is by losing or getting hit by certain attacks frequently. These are called Dunce Items and they attach themselves to your character until he/she performs a task in order to get rid of it. Each character has 2 Dunce Items except for Sarah who yields only one. After accomplishing a task to get rid of the Dunce Item, it can usually be kept and can be equipped any time you wish. Others, however, need specific conditions to be met in order to keep them.

The King Tut's Mask is a dunce item that all characters can get. If you lose 3 consecutive Excellent Rounds, then you'll find your character equipped with this mask. To get rid of it, simply win 1 Excellent round. None of the characters can keep this item, so therefore won't be included in any of the character sections.

• Note: Items are strictly cosmetic. They do not boost power, speed or defense in any way. They are just a way to customize your character.

[edit] How do I use items?

You can equip your items by entering the Data Files Menu and going to Edit File. Here, you can edit the colors of each outfit as well as equip those goodies you have won. All characters have four sections of their body that an item can be equipped to. In addition, some items are either 1P or 2P exclusive. So, customize away!

• Note: There will be times when an item won't appear on your character and the item name keeps blinking. Don't worry. Just equip another item, then equip the one that was flashing. It works most of the time. Even if you don't do this, your character will look fine when you start a match. I think this flashing item thing is just a memory problem, and nothing really to worry about.

• • Caution: You CAN lose items in another mirror match (either against the CPU or another Player File), so if you don't want to lose your items, don't equip them for a match you think you might lose. Listed in each character section are items that can be lost.

[edit] Methods in general

Listed here are the basic methods for winning items. Please refer to this section if you are having trouble understanding the methods listed in the character sections.

• Note: When the word "frequently" is used, it usually means do the specified move or attack for at least 3-5 times, but to ensure that the item you're after is won, it is best you do the move for the entire round.

• Note: Sometimes an item is required to be equipped in order to win other items. If this is the case, the needed item will also be stated.

[edit] Methods

• Perform strike attacks frequently: This is when you use single attacks and NOT combos to win. Either use the punch or kick buttons with random directional buttons. Sometimes the task requires you to use ONLY Punch or ONLY Kick Strike Attacks. These will be stated in each character section if needed.
• Perform single punches for x rounds: This is where you have to use jabs (P) for the whole round to win. There are a few cases where you MUST win using a single punch.
• Perform knockdown attacks frequently: Knockdown moves are basically where the opponent is knocked to the ground, not high enough to combo, though. Examples of these are sweeps.
• Perform float attacks frequently: A float attack is an attack that sends your opponent high into the air allowing you to juggle or air combo them. Some characters' Kicks (K) such as Pai's are considered to be float attacks.
• Perform charge attacks frequently: A charge attack is one where you must hold down the attack button in order to charge the move. Characters that don't have any charge attacks cannot win any items this way (duh ;P). Most tasks that use this method require you to charge the move to its maximum charge power. Once it has reached maximum, the character will attack automatically.
• Perform shock attacks frequently: A shock attack is where you hit the enemy and he/she crumples to the ground.
• Knock the opponent off balance frequenlty: These attacks are when the opponent is "stunned", but has the option of a quick recovery. (An animated joystick appears).
• Perform staggering attacks frequently: A stagger attack is when the character is knocked off balance without the option of quick recovery. They aren't stunned as long as when they are knocked off balance, though.
• Perform down attacks frequently: Pressing u + P, or u + K while the opponent is lying on the ground will result in a down attack. You can also use the df + P/K down attacks too.
• Perform bounce hits frequently: Bounce hits are exactly what they sound like. When your opponent falls from a float attack, they will hit the ground then bounce back up into the air for a fraction of time. Bounce hits are when you hit the character while they are in this state. Most bounce hits can be accomplished with a d + K attack.
• Perform x combo frequently: Sometimes a specific combo is required to win an item. These combos should usually be performed at least twice in many cases. In other cases, you must perform a combo only once OR up to three times.
• Perform x throw frequently: Pretty simple here, just throw you opponent for the entire round. In most cases though, a specific throw is required such as side throws or back throws only. This will be stated in each character section.
• Perform counter attacks frequently: This is an attack where you hit the opponent before he or she hits you. The opponent must already be in the middle of an attacking animation in order for it to be considered a counter attack. The easiest counter attack is a single punch (P).
• Perform reversal attacks frequently: Some characters have the ability to reverse moves such as Aoi who can catch her opponent's kicks then crack his/her ankle. This is usually performed as b + P+K, but each character's reversal techniques will be listed in their sections.
• Perform evade attacks frequently: This is when the opponent attacks and your character dodges that attack then nails him/her with one of their own. All evade attacks are performed u,u or d,d + P+K+G. In most cases, an actual attack doesn't even have to be evaded. Just have the dummy character stand there while you hit 'em with an evade attack.
• Perform x counter combo frequently: Counter combos are combos that start off with a counter-float attack which allows you to juggle the opponent afterwards. Each character's counter combos will be listed in their sections if this method is used.
• Perform wall combos frequently: Wall combos are ones where you bounce the character off a wall then proceed to hit them with an air combo with each hit bouncing them off the wall as well.
• Turtle for 1 entire round: A "turtle" is a player you guards every single attack coming their way. Simply guard a whole bunch of P,P,P,K combos (approx 10-20) then have your character winor lose, your choice.
• Escape throws frequently: Pretty self-explanatory here. Press P+G (directional buttons vary depending on which throw was used against you) while being thrown. To ensure you get an item, try escaping 15 - 20 throws.
• Pressure the opponent: This is where you hit the opponent with combos and strike attacks and not allowing them to make any kind of offensive action of his/her own. A pressure combo will be provided if needed.
• Perform safe falls frequently: Safe falls are performed by pressing P+K+G when you hit the floor from a knockdown or float attack. An easy way to do this is by getting hit by Pai's basic kick (K) which is a float attack, then performing the Safe Fall when your character hits the ground.
• Win/lose x consecutive matches: This is when you win X matches in a row. When attempting a winning or losing streak, it is imperative that you DO NOT exit to the Character Select Screen OR the Main Menu as doing this will disrupt your winning or losing streak. Simply select "Try Again" when the match is done. Also, try not to select Vanessa or Jacky as your dummy character as they catch your punches and this basically is a pain because it slows you down.
• Achieve an excellent victory: This is where you win a match with you Life Bar still at 100%.
• Achieve a ring out victory: This is where you knock the opponent out of the ring before he or she is KO'ed. You can do this on Jeffry's Stage (Island), Aoi's Stage (Shrine), Kage's Stage (Garden) or Lau's Stage (Great Wall). In addition, you can break the walls on Lei Fei's Stage (Temple), Sarah's Stage (Colosseum) and Akira's Stage (Gymnasium), then knock the opponent out of the ring that way. If playing as Kage, you can perform his Ko'enraku throw (b + P+G) to toss the opponent out a ring with low walls like the Palace, Lion's Stage (Palace), or Jacky's Stage (City). Sometimes you will need to win consecutive matches via Ring Out.
• Achieve a comeback victory: Now these are a little fickle. The dummy character must beat on your character until he/she only has a sliver of health remaining in the life bar. Then your character must make a "come back" and defeat the opponent. This is fickle because you MUST do it quickly. You must either try pressure combos or counter combos or bounce hits or perform very high damage combos. This is a 50/50 method because it sometimes doesn't work. All you have to do is to keep trying until it does work. Here's a hint, though. Practice high damage combos in Free Training Mode then see if it will work with this method. See Section 6e "Making a Comeback" for more info.
• Get hit by x frequently: This is when you are hit with a specific attack or type of attack.
• Break down x walls: This is where you have to break down a number of walls on Lei Fei's Stage (Temple), Sarah's Stage (Colosseum), or Akira's Stage (Gymnasium). An attack that lets your character break walls will be included in each character section.
• Damage the temple stage floor: This is where you damage the floor on Lei Fei's Stage. This will be covered more in depth in Section 6a "Damaging the Temple Stage Floor".
• Kumite mode item: These items are the ones that can only be won in Kumite Mode against a specific opponent. The opponents will be listed in each character section. Each character has 4 of these kinds of items.
• Orb item: These items can only be acquired by winning against High Kings in Kumite Mode and collecting 7 different colored items. You cannot win more than 1 kind of color at a time (meaning you can't have 2 blues). The colors are Blue, Crimson, Purple, Orange, Green, White, and Black. Orb Items can also be won from other Player Characters in VS Mode as long has they have an orb in their possession and your Player is at least 2nd Dan.

[edit] Item notes

1. While completing tasks for getting items, it is best that you don't equip any other items other than the ones specified.
2. While attempting win streaks, DO NOT win by Ring Out or Time Out. (Except for the 100 win item).
3. While attempting win streaks or when you are to do something for more than one round (ie. performing a specific attack for 8 rounds), DO NOT exit to the Main Menu OR the Character Select Screen. Doing this will disrupt your win streak.
4. You don't have to win a match to gain an item. For example, if you are to turtle for a round and have the opponent win, you will still get the item because you completed the "turtle" task. You only have to win a match if it is stated in the item table.

[edit] Game settings

In each Item Section a suggested Game Setting is listed. Although it would be wise to follow the suggestions, you don't have to. In an Item Section, there will be a "SETTING" line. In this line, either SIMPLE, BASIC, or CUSTOM will be displayed.

Simple Setting

1 round.

160 HP for each character.

60 seconds on the clock.

Basic Setting

3 rounds.

240 HP for each character.

60 seconds on the clock.

Custom Setting

Each custom setting will be stated in the Item Table.

[edit] Example of an item table

This is an example of an Item Section.

#X (Item Name)
Equipped to:	Where the item can be equipped
Equipped by:	Which costume in can be equipped to, 1P, 2P, or Both
Lose?:	States if the item can be lost in a mirror match.
VS Method:	VS Mode method of obtaining this item.
Needed Item(s)	Items needed in order to acquire this ite).
Game Setting:	Suggested Game Setting
Additional Notes:	Any additional notes, suggestions, or tips.
Tested:	If this method has been verified as being correct.
Kumite Method:	Kumite Mode method and Ring Name of Opponent.
Rank:	Kumite opponent's rank
Costume:	The costume this item is equipped to, 1P or 2P. So if it says "1P outfit", then you should be using the 2P outfit in order to get this item.
Tested?:	If this method has been verified as being correct.

[edit] Character items

Well, here they are! Remember, if you are having trouble obtaining items, first refer to Section 3 "Methods in General". If you need even more help, you can send me a Private Message or post a message at http://virtuafighter.com. My alias there is MsWayneWayne.

[edit] Akira Yuki

CURRENT STATUS: Number of Basic Items       = 20     18 CONFIRMED
                Number of Kumite Mode Items =  4      0 OPPONENT(S) KNOWN
                Number of Dunce Items       =  2      0 CONFIRMED
                Number of Orb Items         =  1      1 CONFIRMED
                --------------------------------     -------------------- 
                Total                       = 27     19 CONFIRMED METHODS

                70% OF ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED.

Akira is one of the only characters that needs to be past a specific rank in order to gain his regular items such as his Headgear and the Big Bear. I believe you must be past 2nd Dan in order to get these items.

His hair assortments are cool, especially the Wild Hair. The Long Wild Hair looks a little silly in my opinion, though. The sunglasses are cool additions, especially the black ones. Emblems make him look a little more powerful and the charms give him a little more character. Braces look really cool on him too. And those bears? Well, all characters have a silly looking item, but usually they're the dunce items.

#1 Wild Hair
Equipped to:	Head
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	This item cannot be won through VS Mode.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#2 Blue Bandanna
Equipped to:	Head
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	This item cannot be won through VS Mode.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#3 Headgear (White)
Equipped to:	Head
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Get hit by Punch Attacks frequently.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	Akira must be at least 2nd Dan.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	Defeat "Tiger Claw"
Rank:	3rd Kyu
Costume:	1P outfit
Tested?:	Yes.

#4 Headgear (Red)
Equipped to:	Head
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	The opponent must Turtle for 1 entire round.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	Akira must be at least 2nd Dan.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#5 Arm Brace
Equipped to:	Arm
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Win 5 consecutive matches.
Needed Item(s)	None
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#6 Leather Brace
Equipped to:	Arm
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Win 20 consecutive matches with the Arm Brace equipped.
Needed Item(s)	#5 Arm Brace
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	Defeat "Ryuhi"
Rank:	Vanquisher
Costume:	2P outfit
Tested?:	Yes.

#7 Double Brace
Equipped to:	Arm
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Win 8 consecutive matches.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	Do not let too much time pass in between attacks, just keep attacking.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#8 Spiked Brace
Equipped to:	Arm
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	This item cannot be won through VS Mode.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#9 Sunglasses (Blue)
Equipped to:	Face
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Escape Throws frequently with the Goggle Sunglasses equipped.
Needed Item(s)	#11 Goggle Sunglasses
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#10 Sunglasses (Black)
Equipped to:	Face
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Perform Safe Falls frequently with the Yuki Dojo Sign equipped.
Needed Item(s)	#24 Yuki Dojo Sign
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#11 Goggle Sunglasses
Equipped to:	Face
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Perform Counter Attacks frequently.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	Defeat "Fuzz"
Rank:	10th Dan
Costume:	1P outfit
Tested?:	Yes.

#12 Chain Earring
Equipped to:	Face
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Perform Reversal Attacks frequently.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	Tan'yokuchou (b + P+K against high or mid kicks) is one of his Reversal Attacks.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#13 Lucky Charm
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Turtle for 1 entire round.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	The #14 Prosperity Charm can be won at the same time. Simply guard 20 P,P,P,K Combos.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#14 Prosperity Charm
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Turtle for 1 entire round.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	The #13 Lucky Charm can be won at the same time. Simply guard 20 P,P,P,K Combos.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#15 Sanskirt Emblem
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Perform his Fujin Shoushitsu Fukkogeki for 1 entire round.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	Fujin Shoushitsu Fukkogeki: d + K+G -> f + K -> b,f P
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#16 Dragon Emblem
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Perform Counter Attacks frequently.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#17 Flame Emblem
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Achieve 3 consecutive Excellent Victories.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#18 Conqueror's Emblem
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Achieve the Rank of Conqueror
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	Akira must be at Champion Rank and defeat 5 Champion ranked opponents. He must also have a Win Percentage of over 78% in order to be promoted to Conqueror. This also works in Kumite Mode.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#19 Demon Emblem
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	This item cannot be won through VS Mode.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:
Additional Notes:
Tested:
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#20 Sun Tattoo
Equipped to:	Arm
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	_method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:
Additional Notes:
Tested:
Kumite Method:	Defeat "Fluffy"
Rank:	4th Dan
Costume:	2P outfit
Tested?:	Yes.

#21 Impala Tattoo
Equipped to:	Arm
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Perform only Back Throws with the Yuki Dojo Sign equipped.
Needed Item(s)	#24 Yuki Dojo Sign
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#22 Little Bear
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Win 20 consecutive matches with the Yuki Dojo Sign equipped.
Needed Item(s)	#24 Yuki Dojo Sign
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	Defeat "AngryFist"
Rank:	5th Dan
Costume:	2P outfit
Tested?:	Yes.

#23 Big Bear
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Get hit by Kage's Ko'enraku Air Combo three times with the Yuki Dojo Sign equipped.
Needed Item(s)	#24 Yuki Dojo Sign
Game Setting:	Custom: 1 Round, 240 HP Both Characters, 60 seconds
Additional Notes:	Akira must be at least 4th Dan. Kage's Ko'enraku Combo: (b + P+G, d + P+K, P,P, f + K+G, f,d,df + P) See Kage's Section and look for the Ninja Sword Set. This combo is covered a little more there.
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	Defeat "AngryFist"
Rank:	5th Dan
Costume:	1P outfit
Tested?:	Yes.

#24 Yuki Dojo Sign
Equipped to:	Torso
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:	Yes.
VS Method:	Win 100 consecutive matches.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:	Simple
Additional Notes:	See Section 6b "Winning 100 Consecutive Matches"
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#25 Mr. Squirrel
Equipped to:	Head
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	To GET: _method unconfirmed_ To REMOVE: _method unconfirmed_ To KEEP: _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:
Additional Notes:
Tested:
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#26 Mr. Bunny
Equipped to:	Head
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	To GET: _method unconfirmed_ To REMOVE: _method unconfirmed_ To KEEP: _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:
Additional Notes:
Tested:
Kumite Method:	_opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#27 Long Wild Hair
Equipped to:	Head
Equipped by:	Both outfits
Lose?:
VS Method:	Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their possession. See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items. Akira must be at least 2nd Dan.
Needed Item(s)
Game Setting:
Additional Notes:
Tested:	Yes.
Kumite Method:	Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs. See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items. Akira must be ranked at least Conqueror or Adept in order for him to fight a High King.
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:	Yes.

[edit] AOI UMENOKOUJI

CURRENT STATUS: Number of Basic Items       = 36     35 CONFIRMED
                Number of Kumite Mode Items =  4      4 OPPONENT(S) KNOWN
                Number of Dunce Items       =  2      0 CONFIRMED
                Number of Orb Items         =  1      1 CONFIRMED
                --------------------------------     -------------------- 
                Total                       = 43     40 CONFIRMED METHODS

                93% OF ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED.

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     Holy Moo-Moo, her item collection is one big mamma-jamma!  She has to
be the most customizable character in the game.  Every single item can make
her look different!  I'm sure no two Aoi players customize her the same way.
The tasks needed to get her items are all pretty basic, but it will take
quite a while to collect them all.
     Her hairstyles are by far the best looking in the game.  Each one
makes her look hella cool.  The Kabuki Wigs are my favourite.  Pair one
with her Kitty Disguise and you have yourself a little lioness.  Her masks
give her a much darker side.  Use these with her black outfits.  The Noh
Mask makes her look totally freaky when you pair it with a Pink Hood.  The
Headbands and Earrings are all nice little touches and so are her Necklaces.
The skirts give Aoi a lot more color and each can make her look either more
feminine (Butterfly Skirt) or more powerful (Dragon Skirt).  Her Short
Swords and her Folding Fans look pretty cool as well.  Experiment with your
Aoi, as I'm sure you can find more than a dozen nice looks for her.

#1 SHORT HAIR
-------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:

VS Method:        Win 1 match with the Small Drum equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #40 Small Drum
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Yowwie Aoi"
Rank:             6th Kyu
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#2 SHORT HAIR (SILVER)
----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:  

VS Method:        Break 5 walls on any stage with breakable walls with the
                  Short Hair equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #1 Short Hair
Game Setting:     Basic
Additional Notes: Her Kumogeri (f + K,K) can break walls.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Aloha Aoi"
Rank:             8th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#3 SHORT HAIR (BLOND)
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:  

VS Method:        Damage the Temple Stage Floor with the Short Hair equipped
Needed Item(s):   #1 Short Hair
Game Setting:     Custom (See Section 6a "Damaging the Temple Stage Floor
                          for the custom settings)
Additional Notes: See Section 6a "Damaging the Temple Stage Floor"
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Spaz"
Rank:             10th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#4 SEMI-LONG (SILVER)
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:

VS Method:        Get hit by a Couter Combo that has 100+ Damage.
Game Setting:     Custom
Custom Settings:  1 Round, 400 HP Both Characters, 60 seconds
Additional Notes: See Section 6d "The Harder Counter Combo".
Tested?:          Yes...several times.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "JoanOfArc"
Rank:             Champion
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#5 SEMI-LONG (BLOND)
--------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Get hit by Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat:
                  (u,b,d,f + P+G while in Flamingo Stance)
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_ 
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#6 JAPANESE PONYTAIL
--------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Cuddles"
Rank:             3rd Kyu
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#7 SILVER PONYTAIL
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Win a match within 15 seconds.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Aloha Aoi"
Rank:             8th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#8 BLOND PONYTAIL
-----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:

VS Method:        Win a match within 10 seconds.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Spaz"
Rank:             10th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#9 GOLDEN KABUKI WIG
--------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:

VS Method:        Perform only Side Throws with the Silver Kabuki Wig
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #43 Silver Kabuki Wig
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Brutal Aoi"
Rank:             4th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#10 GREEN KABUKI WIG
--------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform her Kusai Gatotsugeri (u + K+G) for one whole
                  round with the Silver Kabuki Wig equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #43 Silver Kabuki Wig
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Nemesis"
Rank:             5th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#11 BLUE KABUKI WIG
-------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Achieve 2 consecutive Ring Out Victories with the Silver
                  Kabuki Wig equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #43 Silver Kabuki Wig
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Ph34r Me"
Rank:             Subjugator
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#12 RED KABUKI WIG
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Achieve 2 consecutive Excellent Victories with the Silver
                  Kabuki Wig equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #43 Silver Kabuki Wig
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Zombie Aoi"
Rank:             Dragonlord
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#13 FESTIVE HEADBAND
--------------------
Equipped to:      Headband
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Brutal Aoi"
Rank:             4th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#14 WHITE HEADBAND
------------------
Equipped to:      Headband
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Win 3 consecutive matches with the Festive Headband
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #13 Festive Headband
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Aloha Aoi"
Rank:             8th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#15 PINK HOOD
-------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          


VS Method:        Perform Staggering Attacks frequently with the Small Drum
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #40 Small Drum
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Aoi's Staggering Attack "Kusanagi": d + K+G
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:  _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#16 RED HOOD
------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:                  

VS Method:        Perform Kusei Gatotsugeri (u + K+G) for 8 consecutive
                  rounds with the Pink Hood equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #15 Pink Hood
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Try not to perform any other moves.  Also, try to make the
                  move hit the opponent while they are on the ground.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#17 PURPLE HOOD
---------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Win 10 consecutive matches with the Pink Hood equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #15 Pink Hood
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:  _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#18 NOH MASK
------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:

VS Method:        Perform only her basic throw while only getting hit by her
                  opponent's basic throw for 3 consecutive rounds.
Game Setting:     Custom
Custom Setting:   3 Rounds, 400 HP Both Characters, 60 seconds
Additional Notes: This item requires some patience.  I'll use Vanessa as the
                  dummy character for this example.
                  For the first round, have Aoi throw Vanessa with her basic
                  throw [Ko'ate (P+G)] until Vanessa is almost knocked out.
                  Then if there is some time remaining, have Vanessa throw
                  Aoi until the clock is at 5 seconds.  Then have Aoi finish
                  the round with her Ko'ate throw again.  Do this for two
                  rounds.  On the third round do the opposite.  Have Vanessa
                  throw Aoi with her basic throw [Canyon Dive (P+G)]until 
                  she's almost KO'ed and then have Aoi throw Vanessa until 
                  the clock is at 5 seconds.  Let Vanessa win the round with
                  a throw.  Do this for two rounds.  On the fifth and final 
                  round, just have Aoi throw Vanessa until she'd KO'ed.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Twisty Aoi"
Rank:             1st Kyu
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#19 FIEND MASK
--------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Reversal Attacks frequently and achieve an
                  Excellent Victory.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Aoi can reverse almost every move in the game.
                  Just use her basic (b + P+K) reversal against high punches
                  or kicks.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Nemesis"
Rank:             5th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#20 DEMON MASK
--------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Low Reversal Attacks frequently with the Small
                  Drum equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #40 Small Drum
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Either try her Konami against low spin kicks, her Senryu
                  against low punches or her Kaede Otoshi against low kicks.
                  All of these are performed: d + P+K
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Zombie Aoi"
Rank:             Dragonlord
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#21 OGRE MASK
-------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Low Reversal Attacks with the Demon Mask equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #20 Demon Mask
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Either try her Konami against low spin kicks, her Senryu
                  against low punches or her Kaede Otoshi against low kicks.
                  All of these are performed: d + P+K
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:
Costume:
Tested?:

#22 BUTTERFLY SKIRT
-------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:

VS Method:        Get hit by Float Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: The #28 Flowing Wave Skirt can be won at the same time.
                  Get Pai to single kick (K) Aoi over and over again.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Yowwie Aoi"
Rank:             6th Kyu
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#23 DRAGON SKIRT
----------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Counter Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Cuddles"
Rank:             3rd Kyu
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#24 ARABESQUE SKIRT
-------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: The #29 Flower Bird Skirt can be won at the same time.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#25 FLOWER SKIRT
----------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Combo: Rentotsu Kodachi frequently.
                  Rentotsu Kodachi: P,P,P,K
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:           
Costume:                
Tested?:

#26 LOTUS SKIRT
---------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform a variety of Throws for 1 entire match.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Spaz"
Rank:             10th Dan
Costume:          2P
Tested?:          Yes.

#27 WHITE FLOWER SKIRT
----------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently and achieve an Excellent
                  Victory.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Spaz"
Rank:             10th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes

#28 FLOWING WAVE SKIRT
----------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Get hit by Float Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: The #22 Butterfly Skirt can be won at the same time.
                  Get Pai to single kick (K) Aoi over and over again.
Tested?:          Yes.          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#29 FLOWER BIRD SKIRT
---------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: The #24 Arabesque Skirt can be won at the same time.
Tested?:          Yes.          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#30 WISTERIA EARRING
--------------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.              

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Whiner"
Rank:             3rd Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#31 BLOSSOM EARRING
-------------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#32 PLATINUM EARRING
--------------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s): 
Game Setting:   
Additional Notes:       
Tested?:                

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#33 WHITE NECKLACE
------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Perform Reversal Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Aoi can reverse almost every move in the game.
                  Just use her basic (b + P+K) reversal against high punches
                  or kicks.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "JoanOfArc"
Rank:             Champion
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#34 GOLDEN NECKLACE
-------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:

VS Method:        Win 4 consecutive matches with White Necklace equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #33 White Necklace
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#35 JADE BEADS
--------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:                  

VS Method:        Achieve 2 consecutive Excellent Victories
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#36 ORNATE FOLDING FAN
----------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:                  

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Brutal Aoi"
Rank:             4th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#37 DELUXE FOLDING FAN
----------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:                  

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently with the Ornate Folding
                  Fan equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #36 Ornate Folding Fan
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Zombie Aoi"
Rank:             Dragonlord
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#38 SHORT SWORD (BACK)
----------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:                  

VS Method:        Escape Throws frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#39 SHORT SWORD (SIDE)
----------------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:                  

VS Method:        Escape Throws frequently with Short Sword (Back) equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #38 Short Sword (Back)
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#40 SMALL DRUM
--------------
Equipped to:      Other
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            Yes.  

VS Method:        Win 100 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: See Section 6b "Winning 100 Consecutive Matches"
Tested?:          Yes.          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#41 CUTE RIBBON
---------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        To GET:    Your attacks must be Reversed frequently.
                  To REMOVE: Win a match without getting Reversed.
                  To KEEP:   _unconfirmed_

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#42 KITTY DISGUISE
------------------
Equipped to:      Face
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        To GET:    Lose 7 consecutive matches.
                  To REMOVE: Win 2 consecutive matches.
                  To KEEP:   _unconfirmed_

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#43 SILVER KABUKI WIG
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their
                  possession.  See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb
                  Items.  Aoi must be at least 2nd Dan. 
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs.  See Section
                  2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items.  Aoi must be ranked
                  at least Conqueror or Adept in order for her to fight
                  a High King.
Tested?:          Yes.

[edit] JACKY BRYANT

CURRENT STATUS: Number of Basic Items       = 22     17 CONFIRMED
                Number of Kumite Mode Items =  4      1 OPPONENT(S) KNOWN
                Number of Dunce Items       =  2      1 CONFIRMED
                Number of Orb Items         =  2      2 CONFIRMED
                --------------------------------     -------------------- 
                Total                       = 30     21 CONFIRMED METHODS

                70% OF ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------

     Jacky has an pretty good set of items at his disposal.  I have to say,
though, his methods took me the longest as a few of them didn't follow the
basic patterns.  All in all, they were quite simple to get.
     He has a couple sets of hair that can change the way he looks
completely.  His long hair looks a little odd in my opinion, but not too
terribly odd that I won't equip it.  A nice set of emblems for his 2P outfit
adds a nice touch to his collection.  I like how varied they are too.  The
Pendants, Glasses, and Shoes round out the rest of his item collection.  All
nice touches to your Jacky...now if only we can do something about that
voice of his... 
     One quick note:  DO NOT e-mail me or post a message stating that the
various colors of his long/short hair are orb items, because they are not.
Yes, you can collect a set of orbs and you will get these items, but, there
is a way to get them in VS Mode another way.  When you collect another set
of orbs, you win an item you DON'T have.  The higher your rank, the more
items that you may have missed can be won this way.

#1 LONG HAIR (BROWN)
--------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Yamiyodare"
Rank:             High King
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#2 SHORT HAIR (BROWN)
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:              

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_ 
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#3 LONG HAIR (RED)
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:             

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#4 SHORT HAIR (RED)
-------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:             

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#5 BANDANNA (BLUE)
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:             

VS Method:        Get hit by Float Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.     

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#6 LEATHER CAP
--------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#7 SUNGLASSES
-------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:             

VS Method:        Get hit by Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat with the Bandanna
                  (Red) equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #26 Bandanna (Red)
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat:
                  (u,b,d,f + P+G while in Flamingo Stance)
Tested?:          Yes.  

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#8 BLUE SUNGLASSES
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Get hit by a Couter Combo that has 80+ Damage.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: See Section 6c "The Easier Counter Combo".
Tested?:          Yes. 

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#9 BROWN SUNGLASSES
-------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#10 GOGGLE SUNGLASSES
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#11 SPORTS SUNGLASSES
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Switch Spin Kick (P+K+G, K) for 1 entire
                  round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: You MUST perform ONLY this move.  If you screw up, you
                  won't get it.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#12 RIMLESS SUNGLASSES
----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform only Side Throws for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#13 SILVEREDGE PENDANT
----------------------
Equipped to:      Neck
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#14 PADLOCK PENDANT
-------------------
Equipped to:      Neck
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#15 ROLLERHEAD PENDANT
----------------------
Equipped to:      Neck
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round with the Padlock Pendant
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #14 Padlock Pendant
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#16 GOLD CREST PENDANT
----------------------
Equipped to:      Neck
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently with the Bandanna (Red)
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #26 Bandanna (Red)
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#17 WING HEAD NECKLACE
----------------------
Equipped to:      Neck
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#18 BROWN BOOTS
---------------
Equipped to:      Shoes
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 10 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#19 BLACK BOOTS
---------------
Equipped to:      Shoes
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:             

VS Method:        Win 15 consecutive matches, each within 15 seconds.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#20 HIGH-TOPS (B&W)
-------------------
Equipped to:      Shoes
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve 2 consecutive Excellent Victories with the Brown
                  Boots equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #19 Brown Boots
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#21 HIGH-TOPS (GREEN)
---------------------
Equipped to:      Shoes
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Pak Sao Knuckle Reversal Attack for 1 entire
                  round with the Bandanna (Red) equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #26 Bandanna (Red)
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Jacky automatically catches punches from his normal stance
                  so just hit Punch (P) during this catching animation to
                  perform the Pak Sao Knuckle.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#22 FIRE SOUL EMBLEM
--------------------
Equipped to:      Back Print
Equipped by:      2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 40 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#23 IRON HORSE EMBLEM
---------------------
Equipped to:      Back Print
Equipped by:      2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for one half of the round, then get hit by Counter
                  Combos and lose.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: I know it sounds strange, but it works every time for me.
                  Guard about 20 P,P,P,K combos (I used Sarah).
                  Then get his by Counter Combos (I used Sarah's Easier
                  Counter Combo).
                  It's not exclusive to Sarah, as I've tested this with Pai,
                  Aoi, and Lau.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#24 VICTORY WING EMBLEM
-----------------------
Equipped to:      Back Print
Equipped by:      2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 80 consecutive matches with the Bandanna(Red) equipped
Needed Item(s):   #26 Bandanna (Red)
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#25 FIRE SKULL EMBLEM
---------------------
Equipped to:      Back Print
Equipped by:      2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#26 BANDANNA (RED)
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 100 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: See Section 6b "Winning 100 Consecutive Matches"
Tested?:          Yes.  

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#27 BABY BONNET
---------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    Lose 5 consecutive matches via Ring Out.
                  To REMOVE: Win 1 match via Ring Out.
                  To KEEP:   Do all this at 2nd Dan.  Achieve a Ring Out
                             victory without getting hit.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#28 JOKE GLASSES
----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    Lose 10 consecutive matches.
                  To REMOVE: Win 2 consecutive matches.
                  To KEEP:   _unconfirmed_

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#29 LONG HAIR (BLOND)
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their
                  possession.  See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb
                  Items.  Jacky must be at least 2nd Dan. 
Tested?:          Yes.

Additional Note:  This is his Orb Item 1.

Kumite Method:    Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs.  See Section
                  2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items.  Jacky must be ranked
                  at least Conqueror or Adept in order for him to fight
                  a High King.
Tested?:          Yes.          

#30 SHORT HAIR (BLOND)
----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their
                  possession.  See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb
                  Items.  Jacky must be at least 2nd Dan. 
Tested?:          Yes.

Additional Note:  This is his Orb Item 2.

Kumite Method:    Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs.  See Section
                  2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items.  Jacky must be ranked
                  at least Conqueror or Adept in order for him to fight
                  a High King.
Tested?:          Yes.       

[edit] JEFFRY McWILD

CURRENT STATUS: Number of Basic Items       = 18     16 CONFIRMED
                Number of Kumite Mode Items =  4      2 OPPONENT(S) KNOWN
                Number of Dunce Items       =  2      0 CONFIRMED
                Number of Orb Items         =  2      2 CONFIRMED
                --------------------------------     -------------------- 
                Total                       = 26     20 CONFIRMED METHODS

                77% OF ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------

     The tasks needed to acquire Jeffry's items are all pretty basic and
easy to accomplish.  You do, however, need a bit of patience as quite a few
tasks use the Winning Streak method of getting items such as his Braces and
these can take a while.
     Jeffry's items are all pretty butched-up; pretty fitting for a big man
like himself.  The tattoos are all very nicely designed and his bandanas and
hairstyles give him pretty good customize-ability (is that a word? duh..no).
His braces have two looks.  For the 1P character it is on his upper left
arm and for the 2P character they are on both wrists.  His Bone and Skull
Necklaces are all very cool touches as well.  In addition, his Dunce
Items are actually pretty cool and not all that silly.

#1 PIRATE'S BANDANNA
--------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#2 FOLDED BANDANNA
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s): 
Game Setting:   
Additional Notes:       
Tested?:                

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#3 SNAKE BRACE
---------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Win 5 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#4 EMERALD BRACE
-----------------
Equipped to:      Wrists
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Win 15 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:                   
Costume:                
Tested?:

#5 TOPAZ BRACE
---------------
Equipped to:      Wrists
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Win 10 consecutive matches with the Emerald Brace equipped
Needed Item(s):   #4 Emeral Brace
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#6 NEEDLE BRACE
---------------
Equipped to:      Wrists
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform ONLY his Knee Smash (P+G) for 1 entire round with
                  the Indigo Bandanna equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #22 Indigo Bandanna
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#7 CLERK'S ARMBAND
------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#8 SAPPHIRE BRACE
------------------
Equipped to:      Wrists
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform many Throws for 2 consecutive rounds with the
                  Topaz Brace equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #5 Topaz Brace
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Try doing these move in order; it worked for me.
                  Power Slam : Power Slam : Body Lift : Body Press
                  (f + P+G : f + P+G : b + P+G : u + P)
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#9 RUBY BRACE
--------------
Equipped to:      Wrists
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#10 SILVER SUNGLASSES
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win a match within 10 seconds.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#11 GOGGLE SUNGLASSES
----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 30 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Mad Jeffry"
Rank:             10th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#12 PURPLE SUNGLASSES
----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Escape Throws frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#13 SLIM SUNGLASSES
-------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Big Bones"
Rank:             Subjugator
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#14 SKULL NECKLACE
-------------------
Equipped to:      Neck
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 30 consecutive matches with the Indigo Bandanna 
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #22 Indigo Bandanna
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#15 BONE NECKLACE
------------------
Equipped to:      Neck
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Big Fist"
Rank:             5th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#16 BLACK TATTOO
----------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Get hit by Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat:
                  (u,b,d,f + P+G while in Flamingo Stance)
Tested?:          Yes.        

Kumite Method:    Defeat "PirateJ"
Rank:             3rd Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#17 RED SKULL TATTOO
--------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Raiden Drop (u + K+G) for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#18 WING HEART TATTOO
----------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Mad Jeffry"
Rank:             10th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#19 TRIBAL TATTOO (RED)
-----------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve 3 consecutive Excellent Victories.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#20 WHITE SKULL TATTOO
----------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Get hit by a Couter Combo that has 80+ Damage with the
                  Indigo Bandanna equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #22 Indigo Bandanna
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: See Section 6c "The Easier Counter Combo".
Tested?:          Yes.         

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#21 LOVE SKULL TATTOO
---------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform ONLY Side Throws for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#22 INDIGO BANDANNA
-------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 100 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: See Section 6b "Winning 100 Consecutive Matches"
Tested?:          Yes.          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#23 DEMON MASK
--------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    _method unconfirmed_
                  To REMOVE: _method unconfirmed_
                  To KEEP:   _method unconfirmed_

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#24 BALD HEAD
-------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    _method unconfirmed_
                  To REMOVE: _method unconfirmed_
                  To KEEP:   _method unconfirmed_ 

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#25 WILD HAIR
-------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their
                  possession.  See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb
                  Items.  Jeffry must be at least 2nd Dan. 
Tested?:          Yes.

Additional Note:  This is his Orb Item 1.

Kumite Method:    Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs.  See Section
                  2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items. Jeffry must be ranked
                  at least Conqueror or Adept in order for him to fight
                  a High King.
Tested?:          Yes.

#26 PIRATE'S EYEPATCH
----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their
                  possession.  See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb
                  Items.  Jeffry must be at least 2nd Dan. 
Tested?:          Yes.

Additional Note:  This is his Orb Item 2.

Kumite Method:    Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs.  See Section
                  2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items. Jeffry must be ranked
                  at least Conqueror or Adept in order for him to fight
                  a High King.
Tested?:          Yes.

[edit] KAGE-MARU

CURRENT STATUS: Number of Basic Items       = 18     15 CONFIRMED
                Number of Kumite Mode Items =  5      1 OPPONENT(S) KNOWN
                Number of Dunce Items       =  2      1 CONFIRMED
                Number of Orb Items         =  1      1 CONFIRMED
                --------------------------------     -------------------- 
                Total                       = 26     18 CONFIRMED METHODS

                69% OF ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------

     Hmmm...Let's just say, you'll need to spend a little time in Free
Training Mode in order to master the combos needed to get some of his items.
The majority of Kage's items can be won through basic tasks, but some
require specific air combos to acquire them.  The combos will be listed
below.  Practice makes perfect, and if you want that deadly Ninja Sword Set,
you'll definitly want to practice!
     Kage has a number of cool items; the coolest in the game perhaps.  His
various head ornaments are nice, but it's his weapons that are his bread and
butter.  Kage can equip different weapons to each section of his body, so it
is possible for his to be wielding up to 3-4 different weapons.  I like to 
use his 2P outfit, equip the Jagged Tail to his head, the Ninja Sword Set to
his torso, the Ninja Claws on his arm, and the Double Blade Sword to his
waist.  Match that up with a black outfit (or the gold which looks really
nice) and you've got yourself one bad-ass ninja waiting to slice up those
guppy fighters into sushi.

#1 SAMURAI HAIR
----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round with the Hair equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #26 Hair
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Barfly"
Rank:             4th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#2 NINJA CIRCLET
-----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform ONLY Side Throws for 1 entire round with the Huge
                  Throwing Star equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #23 Huge Throwing Star
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: The #10 Flame Crest is won at the same time.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#3 NINJA HEADBAND
-----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "PounceKing"
Rank:             3rd Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#4 FLAME CREST HEADBAND
-----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Headfirst"
Rank:             5th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#5 STYLISH HOOD
---------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_...this one's tough
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Phantom"
Rank:             Thunderlord
Costume:          2P outfit
Additional Notes: Won with the #6 Stylish Helmet.
Tested?:          Yes.

#6 STYLISH HELMET
-----------------
Equipped to:     Head 
Equipped by:     2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_...this one's tough
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Phantom"
Rank:             Thunderlord
Costume:          2P outfit
Additional Notes: Won win the #6 Stylish Hood.
Tested?:          Yes.

#7 SHARP ARM BRACE
-------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#8 JAGGED ARM BRACE
-------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Izuna Otoshi (b + P+G, u + P+G) for 4
                  consecutive rounds.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#9 NINJA SUNGLASSES
-------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Escape Throws frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#10 FLAME CREST
---------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform ONLY Side Throws for 1 entire round with the Huge
                  Throwing Star equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #23 Huge Throwing Star
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: The #2 Ninja Circlet is won at the same time.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#11 NINJA SWORD
----------------
Equipped to:      Torso
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through Kumite Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Barfly"
Rank:             4th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#12 NINJA SWORD SET
--------------------
Equipped to:      Torso
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Ko'enraku Air Combo three times with the Huge
                  Throwing Star equipped.
                  Kage's Ko'enraku Air Combo:
                  b + P+G -> d + P+K -> P -> P -> f + K+G -> f,d,df + P 
                  Practice this one in Free Training Mode if needed.  It
                  becomes much easier once you're used to the timing.
Needed Item(s):   #23 Huge Throwing Star
Game Setting:     Custom
Custom Settings:  1 round, 300 HP Both Characters, 60 seconds.
Additional Notes: The two jabs in the middle must be done quickly in order
                  to keep the opponent high in the air.
                  The last move is a bounce hit.
                  The best opponents to choose are Pai, Aoi, or Sarah.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#13 SHORT SWORD
---------------
Equipped to:      Waist
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won though VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#14 NINJA CLAWS
---------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently with the Huge Throwing
                  Star equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #23 Huge Throwing Star
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Stealth"
Rank:             9th Dan
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#15 DOUBLE BLADE SWORD
----------------------
Equipped to:      Waist
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Get hit by Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat with the Huge
                  Throwing Star equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #23 Huge Throwing Star
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat:
                  (u,b,d,f + P+G while in Flamingo Stance)
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Phantom"
Rank:             Thunderlord
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#16 JAGGED TAIL
---------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      2P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Reversal Attacks frequently with the 2P outfit.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Try his Kotegaeshi (b + P+K) against high punches.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#17 TRIPLE STARS
----------------
Equipped to:      Waist
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 10 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Toxic Kage"
Rank:             10th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#18 TRIPLE STARS (X2)
---------------------
Equipped to:      Waist
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#19 SCROLL
-----------
Equipped to:      Torso
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve 2 consecutive Excellent Victories.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#20 TWIN SCROLLS
----------------
Equipped to:      Torso
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve 3 consecutive Ring Out Victories with the Scroll
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #19 Scroll
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#21 RICE BALL
-------------
Equipped to:      Waist
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#22 RICE BALL BELT
------------------
Equipped to:      Waist
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently with the Rice Ball
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #21 Rice Ball
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Venom Fang"
Rank:             Vanquisher
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#23 HUGE THROWING STAR
----------------------
Equipped to:      Torso
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 100 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: See Section 6b "Winning 100 Consecutive Matches"
Tested?:          Yes.  

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#24 MR. BUNNY
--------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    Do NOT perform any Safe Falls from Float or
                             Knockdown attacks.
                  To REMOVE: Perform Safe Falls frequently.
                  To KEEP:   Do all this at 2nd Dan.  Safe Falls must be
                             performed for ALL Float/Knockdown Attacks.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#25 MR. SQUIRREL
----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    _method unconfirmed_
                  To REMOVE: _method unconfirmed_
                  To KEEP:   _method unconfirmed_

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#26 HAIR
--------
Equipped to:      Hair
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:          

VS Method:        Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their
                  possession.  See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb
                  Items.  Kage must be at least 2nd Dan. 
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs.  See Section
                  2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items.  Kage must be ranked
                  at least Conqueror or Adept in order for him to fight
                  a High King.
Tested?:          Yes.

[edit] LAU CHAN

CURRENT STATUS: Number of Basic Items       = 24     21 CONFIRMED
                Number of Kumite Mode Items =  4      2 OPPONENT(S) KNOWN
                Number of Dunce Items       =  2      1 CONFIRMED
                Number of Orb Items         =  1      1 CONFIRMED
                --------------------------------     -------------------- 
                Total                       = 31     25 CONFIRMED METHODS

                81% OF ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED.

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     Well, Lau's item list is pretty fair and all the methods seem simple
enough.  The only method you really need to work at is the one for the
Hero's Helm.  The timing is tough at first, but once you get the hang of it
it's REALLY simple.
     Pai's Daddy has quite the assortment of Shoulder Pads.  What I like
about them is that they all look different from one another.  None of them
have the same shape.  I'm glad they weren't just palette swapped copies of
eachother.  His Greaves are much nicer than Lei-Fei's (IMO).  Now, 
concerning the Caps.  All the Japanese Sites as well as HunterRose's scans
list only 2 Basic Caps (Silver Coin Cap/Hero's Helm) and 1 Kumite Mode Cap
(Gold Bead Cap), but I've seen a colorful one in Kumite Mode that has not 
been mentioned before.  Is this the Mixed Bead Cap from strychnine's list?

#1 SILVER COIN CAP
------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 25 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Sir Lau"
Rank:             9th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#2 GOLD BEAD CAP
----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:                 

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "AttilaDHun"
Rank:             Stormlord
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#3 HERO'S HELMET
----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:              

VS Method:        Perform this Counter Combo 3 times in 1 round.
                  Souko Reppa -> Jab -> Sokushukyaku -> Chisoutai/Senchutai
                  df + P+K -> P -> b + P,K -> f,d + K/df + K
Game Setting:     Custom
Custom Setting:   1 Round, 400 HP Both Characters, 60 seconds.
Additional Notes: You can either use the Chisoutai or the Senchutai.
                  The Senchutai is much easier to perform.
                  The opponent MUST bounce off the wall after the Jab.
                  The Chisoutai or Senchutai MUST be bounce hits.
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "9 La"
Rank:             High King
Costume:          2P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#4 TURTLESHELL PADS
-------------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    Defeat "Lonely Lau"
Rank:             5th Dan
Costume:          1P outfit
Tested?:          Yes.

#5 PURPLE PADS
--------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:              

VS Method:        Win 50 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#6 SILVER PADS
--------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Renkan Tenshinkyaku (P,P,P,K)for 3 consecutive
                  rounds.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#7 GREAT EAGLE PADS
-------------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Escape Throws frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#8 PHOENIX PADS
---------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#9 SPARROW PADS
---------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve the Rank of 1st Kyu.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#10 GLORIOUS PADS
-----------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round with the Chinese Opera Mask
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #28 Chinese Opera Mask
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#11 SPIKED PADS
---------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform ONLY his Chisoutai (f,d + K) for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#12 OCHRE PADS
--------------
Equipped to:      Shoulder
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_ 
                  Try to turtle while at 6th Dan...might work.
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#13 WHITE TIGER BRACE
---------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Evade Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#14 RUBY BRACE
--------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Get hit by Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Sarah's Gatling Kick Beat:
                  (u,b,d,f + P+G while in Flamingo Stance)
Tested?:          Yes.      

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#15 GOLD BEAD BRACELET
----------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 10 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#16 AZURE SPIKED BRACE
----------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform Counter Combos with the Chinese Opera Mask
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #24 Chinese Opera Mask
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: Try this Counter Combo:
                  Souko Reppa -> Renkan Haitenkyaku
                  df + P+K -> P,P,P,ub + K
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#17 GOLD SPIKE BRACE
--------------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#18 DRAGON GREAVES
------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#19 FLAME GREAVES
-----------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Ryushu Katou (b,d + P+G) for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#20 ORANGE GREAVES
------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Get hit by Float Attacks frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#21 WOOD FAIRY GREAVES
----------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform ONLY Side Throws for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#22 RED DISK GREAVES
--------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Turtle for 1 entire round.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#23 GOLD DISK GREAVES
---------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        _method unconfirmed_
Needed Item(s):   
Game Setting:     
Additional Notes: 
Tested?:          

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#24 YELLOW GREAVES
------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve 1 Ring Out Victory with the Chinese Opera Mask
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #24 Chinese Opera Mask
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#25 PURPLE GREAVES
------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve the Rank of 9th Kyu.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#26 SHIELD GREAVES
------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Escape Throws frequently.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#27 GLOWING GREAVES
-------------------
Equipped to:      Shins
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#28 CHINESE OPERA MASK
----------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            Yes.

VS Method:        Win 100 consecutive matches.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: See Section 6b "Winning 100 Consecutive Matches"
Tested?:          Yes.         

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#29 BOWL
--------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    Your opponent must Guard at least 50% of all
                             your attacks.
                  To REMOVE: More than 50% of your attacks must connect.
                  To KEEP:   Do all this at 2nd Dan.  100% of all your
                             attacks must connect.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#30 BIG HEAD (unconfirmed name) 
-------------------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        To GET:    _method unconfirmed_
                  To REMOVE: _method unconfirmed_
                  To KEEP:   _method unconfirmed_

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#31 SPIKED HELM
---------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Defeat other Player Characters who have an Orb in their
                  possession.  See Section 2a "Methods" and look for Orb
                  Items.  Lau must be at least 2nd Dan. 
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    Defeat High Kings and collect their Orbs.  See Section
                  2a "Methods" and look for Orb Items.  Lau must be ranked
                  at least Conqueror or Adept in order for him to fight
                  a High King.
Tested?:          Yes.         

[edit] LEI FEI

CURRENT STATUS: Number of Basic Items       = 22     21 CONFIRMED
                Number of Kumite Mode Items =  4      1 OPPONENT(S) KNOWN
                Number of Dunce Items       =  2      1 CONFIRMED
                Number of Orb Items         =  1      1 CONFIRMED
                --------------------------------     -------------------- 
                Total                       = 29     24 CONFIRMED METHODS

                83% OF ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED.

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     (Bowing) You have to respect this Kung-Fu master!  His tasks range
from insanely simple to insanley difficult.  Also, he has so many stances
that it is fairly easy to screw up when attempting a task that requires you
to perform a specific attack in a specific stance for the entire round. With
practice and frequent use of the guard button (returns him back to his
regular stance), you will have no problems winning his items.
     His basic items are all just that: basic.  Nothing too spectacular
here.  No glasses or nose rings...he's not like that.  This is a good thing
too.  It wouldn't be realistic seeing a Chinese Fighting Monk with a nose
ring would it.  No, I like the items he has and for a reason: they are
fitting to his character.  His necklaces and bracelets make him look more
powerful while his hats and his greaves make him look stylish.  A few things
to note: there are some instances where you will win two items, but they
will be counted as only one.  An example of this is the Golden Bracelet and
the Brace of Strength.  Two items, but only counted as one.  Also, his Queue
is really neat.  Too bad it can only be equipped to the 2P outfit.  And now
to his Dunce Items.  OMG...'nuff said. (Bowing)

#1 CAP OF LIFE
--------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Perform his Senshippo (P+K in Hai Shiki Stance) for 8
                  consecutive rounds.
Game Setting:     Simple
Additional Notes: You MUST fully charge the move.
                  To go to Hai Shiki Stance: (d + P+K+G).
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#2 BLUE HEAVEN CAP
-------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve 2 consecutive Excellent Victories with the Beads
                  equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #26 Beads
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#3 WESTERN TRAVEL HAT
---------------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits (2 different looks)
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Achieve 2 consecutive Ring Out Victories.
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#4 BROWN SILK HAT
-----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      Both outfits
Lose?:            

VS Method:        This item cannot be won through VS Mode.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#5 CLOUD CIRCLET
----------------
Equipped to:      Head
Equipped by:      1P outfit
Lose?:            

VS Method:        Win 20 consecutive matches with the Beads equipped.
Needed Item(s):   #26 Beads
Game Setting:     Simple
Tested?:          Yes.

Kumite Method:    _opponent unknown_
Rank:             
Costume:          
Tested?:          

#6 BEAD BRACELET
----------------
Equipped to:      Arm
Equip