Geese Howard Side Story

Geese Howard Side Story is a manga volume focused on the antagonist Geese Howard from the long-running Fatal Fury and King of Fighters series. It was produced to flesh out the backstory of one of gaming's most iconic villains, exploring his rise to power in South Town and his training in the ancient arts. The project emerged from the extensive multimedia expansion of SNK’s fighting game franchises, aiming to provide narrative depth to characters who were previously defined largely by their gameplay mechanics and brief character bios.

The volume was illustrated by Amajishi Etsuya, an artist who leaned into a gritty, action-oriented aesthetic that complements the dark and competitive tone of the Fatal Fury universe. The design centers on presenting Geese’s transition from a ruthless protégé to the formidable crime lord players recognize in the arcade titles. Upon its release, it was well-received by the dedicated SNK fan base as a localized effort to bridge the gaps in the franchise's lore, effectively balancing established game canon with original narrative flair.