Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics and music. It was developed in Brazil mainly by West African descendants with native Brazilian influences. Below are some videos and reference images I have collected so I can design as character for a fighting game that practices Capoeira.
I really like the above poses as they exhibit what Capoeira is about, emphasis on the legs and arms/hands.
Videos for reference:
Capoeira in games:
Fatal Fury, Richard Meyer and Bob Wilson (immediately below):
Eddy Gordo, Tekken:
Christie Monteiro, Tekken:
Elena, Street Fighter III:
Lost Saga Capoeira characters:
Momoko from King of Fighters:
From my research into Capoeira, it seems that most people or characters are depicted shirtless and wearing loose trousers that are accompanied with a belt. The trousers are typically white or some sort of green or yellow to reflect Brazil.
I was thinking, instead of keeping with the usual depictions, as they lack originality, I could mix the common clothes with Brazilian costumes (see below) to create something more interesting as well as overtly Brazilian.
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