T. Hawk

Lore & Background

T. Hawk is a tall and heavy man from Mexico, standing at 230 centimeters (7 feet 7 inches) and weighing 162 kilograms. He is fond of wildlife and hair decorations, and disapproves of dishonesty. As the guardian of the Thunderfoot tribe, he upholds their traditions and values. His hairstyle resembles that of his father, Arroyo Hawk, serving as a tribute to his memory. T. Hawk has long hair and a strong, manly face with a thin nose and a big jaw. His face is decorated with white paint in a tribal style. He wears a headband made of feathers, leather moccasins on his feet, and clothes that have traditional tribal patterns. All these elements are meant to show his connection with the indigenous culture and heritage.

Reader's Guide

T. Hawk made his first appearance in Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers in 1993 as one of the four new playable characters introduced to the roster. He later returned as selectable in major titles like Street Fighter Alpha 3, Super Street Fighter IV, and Ultra Street Fighter IV. In addition to his primary appearances, he made minor appearances in Capcom Fighting Evolution, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Street Fighter 6. Beyond video games, T. Hawk is featured in animated adaptations such as Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie and the Street Fighter animated television series, along with a 1994 live-action film (portrayed by Gregg Rainwater) and a comic book series of Street Fighter published by Udon Entertainment.

Did You Know?

• T. Hawk was originally named 'Geronimo' during development, but the name was changed after concerns it could be considered racially insensitive.
• His original concept featured a crown of bird feathers stretching from his head down to his waist, based on what the team thought was a common Japanese view of Native American culture.
• The redesign of T. Hawk's Elvis-style haircut was suggested by Steve Patton, a Capcom U.S. staff member with Native American ancestry.