๐ฅโก๐๏ธ Eternal Rivalry & Bromance
Hwoarang & Jin โ First Draw, Blinding Eye Sacrifice & Netflix Clash
From their first street fight draw and military AWOL escape to Hwoarang's victory, sacrificing his right eye to shield Jin, and their Netflix anime showdown.
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Hwoarang & Jin: From First Draw to Losing an Eye to Save Jin & Netflix Clash
From their street fight draw and AWOL escape to Hwoarang's win, Devil Jin's assault, the heroic sacrifice blinding Hwoarang's right eye, and Netflix Tekken: Bloodline.
Blinded Saving Jin (TK7 Eye-Patch) ยท Netflix Bloodline Showdown
First Draw & Eternal Rivals
Undefeated in street betting brawls, Hwoarang met Jin and suffered his first-ever draw. Defeating Jin became his ultimate lifelong obsession.
Losing an Eye to Save Jin (TK7 Eye-Patch)
When comatose Jin was hunted in the Middle East, Hwoarang shielded him from grenade blasts, losing his right eye to shrapnelโthe true origin of his TK7 eye-patch.
Netflix Tekken: Bloodline Showdown
In the 2022 Netflix anime, their tournament clash was animated with breathtaking choreography: Hwoarang's Taekwondo strings vs Jin's counter-parries.
End of Undefeated Streak & Finding a True Equal
In Korean street fights, Hwoarang clashes with Jin Kazama to a stunning draw. Driven by pride and Baek Doo San's teachings, Hwoarang enters TK3 obsessed with beating Jin.
Taekwondo Flurry vs Mishima Karate Draw
Jin deflects Hwoarang's lightning kicks with iron defense, leading to a legendary stalemate.
Going AWOL from Military to Fight Jin & Daring Escape
Serving in the South Korean military, Hwoarang goes AWOL to rematch Jin. When Military Police surround them, Jin and Hwoarang fight back-to-back, promising to settle it in the next tournament.
TK4 Ending: Back-to-Back Against Military Police
Facing rifle barrels, Hwoarang smirks and waves goodbye to Jin: 'See ya in the finals!'
Hwoarang Defeats Human Jin, Devastated by Devil Jin
In TK5, Hwoarang cleanly defeats Human Jin! But the defeat triggers the Devil Gene. Devil Jin awakens and brutally mauls Hwoarang, leaving him comatose in the hospital.
Nightmare of Black Wings Following Victory
Before Hwoarang could celebrate, Devil Jin's crimson lasers and brute force crushed him mercilessly.
Desert Rescue Mission & Losing Right Eye to Shrapnel
When comatose Jin was hunted across the Middle East, Hwoarang rode into battle alone. Shielding Jin from heavy artillery, shrapnel blinded Hwoarang's right eye, giving birth to his iconic TK7 eye-patch.
Hwoarang Shielding Comatose Jin with His Body
Engulfed in fire, Hwoarang holds Jin tight. Even with blood pouring from his eye, he smirks seeing Jin alive.
Motorcycle Entrance & Riding Together Against Kazuya
In TK8, Hwoarang arrives on his chopper to challenge Jin to a spirited duel before supporting him in the final war against Kazuyaโuniting as soul brothers.
TK8 Intro: 'Hey Jin, Time for Round Two!'
Tossing aside his helmet to fist-bump Jin, demonstrating an unshakeable bond that defies any devil curse.
