Overview
Brutal is a game of cartoon Martial Arts. The characters in Brutal each have certain traits that they embody; like all heroes, these traits are their strengths and weaknesses.
Background
Every four years the Dali Llama travels the world in search of the greatest warriors. He judges not only on martial prowess but how far they truly possess the "warrior spirit" — inviting them all to his peaceful island where they compete to see who is worthy to wear the belt of heaven.
Tao of Brutal
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"Only through inner strength can come physical strength."
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"Sometimes the fastest blow is the one delivered last."
The Mirror
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When your opponent attacks is when he is weakest,
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To defeat your opponent you must understand him,
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To know your opponent you must become him,
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By defeating your opponent you must defeat yourself,
The Fire
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The warrior knows fear for he must give it,
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The warrior knows strength for he needs it,
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The warrior knows his body for it is his weapon,
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The warrior may take a lifetime to become a master,
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The warrior may lose a fight but never honor.
The Water
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The free have knowledge so fear is impossible,
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The free do not have strength they have laughter,
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The free knows his body for it gives him joy,
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The free may become so the instant he opens his eyes,
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The free laugh and so the fight passes them by.
The Music
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The music is all around,
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Everything becomes greater with the rhythm,
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With form victory is no longer important.
The Wind
The Road
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Where do you wish to go?
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Why are you going there?
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What do you wish to have?
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Did you get there faster?
The Master
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The master does not speak of it,
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The novice speaks as a master,
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The master knows joy and form,
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The master smiles at the world,
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For him the world smiles back.