King (organization)

King organization (キング軍, Kingugun)

The King Organization is the dictatorship formed by Shin, under the title of King. His base of operations was the city of Southern Cross, which was also a symbol of Shin's affection for Yuria, and from here his army controlled the former Kanto region. His rule was an oppressive regime which enslaved men, women and children, and branded them with Shin's symbol - the Bloody Cross. Villages would also be raided and plundered by Shin, in order to gather tributes to Yuria, which were scornfully rejected.

King's forces were commanded by four lieutenants Spade, Diamond, Club and Heart (who are all named after playing card suits) and their gang of thugs.

Television Series

To extend the first arc of the TV series, the King organization was expanded from its manga counterpart. We are introduced to Balcom, the general of Shin's army, and Joker, Shin's right-hand man and informant. Furthermore, villains from the manga such as the Colonel, his God Army, and Jackal also become affiliated with the King Organization.

Towards the end of the first arc, Balcom took advantage of the unrest in Shin's army and launched a mutiny. However, this was thwarted single-handedly by Shin, himself, who killed Balcom but couldn't prevent the rebels destroying Southern Cross. After the city's destruction, only a small private guard remained by Shin's side.

Other minions for the series include:

• Dragon
• Patra
• Dante
• Zaria
• Junk
• Baron
• Wolf
• Gorath
• Garekki
• Mahari
• Hydra
• Tōda
• Nariman

Hokuto no Ken (1986 movie)

The King Organization was given a minor role in the movie, with the only notable member being the Colonel, who served as Shin's security chief. Southern Cross was invaded by Raoh, and its army was destroyed, whilst Shin was defeated off-screen by Raoh who always took Yuria with him.

Shin Kyūseishu Densetsu Hokuto no Ken: Yuria Den

In this movie spinoff, the King Organization becomes engaged in a war with Raoh and his army, who invade Southern Cross. Shin's army is defeated and forced to surrender. Shin, however, is spared by Raoh, who decides it would be more fitting for Kenshirō to defeat him.