Leo
Bajiquan Practitioner
A female fighter from Germany. A righteous fighter seeking the truth behind her mother's death.
Quotes
- Everything is for my mother.
- Strength exists for justice.
- I won't run away.
- The past cannot be changed, but the future can.
- I never give up.
Trivia
- Leo is sometimes misunderstood as having an ambiguous gender, but is a female character.
- Rare character who uses Bajiquan, a Chinese martial art.
- German-born but masters an Eastern martial art.
- Gained popularity after Yui Horie voiced her.
- Throughout the series, continues to pursue the truth behind her mother's death.
Alternate names
Leo Kliesen
Leo Kliesen
Rio
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Female
- Birthday
- May 7
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- A sporty woman with short blonde hair that gives an energetic impression. Her battle attire often consists of easy-to-move fighting outfits.
- Height
- Approximately 175cm
- Weight
- Secret
- Eye color
- Blue
- Hair color
- Blond
- Distinguishing features
-
- Short bob blonde hair
- Stern expression
- Toned physique
- Iconic items
-
- Fighting Gloves
- Karate gi-style fighting outfit
- Arm wristbands
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Sense of Justice
- Detailed personality
- Strong-willed, calm yet passionate. Possesses the mental fortitude to never run from difficulties and face them head-on. Has a quiet side but shows kindness to friends.
- Keywords
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- Strong sense of justice
- Calm
- Passionate
- Strong-willed
- Taciturn
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Motto
- Strength is meant to be used for justice
- Talents
-
- Natural talent for Bajiquan
- Physical abilities in general martial arts
- Sharp insight
- Skills
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- Bajiquan
- Street fighting experience
- Tactical combat
- Motivation
- To uncover the truth behind her mother Emma's death and uphold justice
- Habits
- Takes a deep breath before battle
- Favorite foods
- German cuisine, Sausage, Chocolate, Coffee, Bread
- Hobbies
- Training, Reading, Martial arts research, Nature walks
- Disliked situations
- Injustice, Lies, Betrayal, Meaningless violence
- Disliked foods
- Excessively sweet things, Greasy things
History
- Backstory
- Lost her mother Emma to murder in childhood and began walking the path of martial arts to pursue the truth. Raised in Germany, she learned techniques from a Bajiquan master. Challenges tournaments with sharp insight and calm judgment.
- Debut date
- December 5, 1997
- Work title
- Tekken 3
- Media type
- Game
Mother Emma's Death
- Significant event
- Mother Emma's Death
- Description
- Her mother Emma was murdered, and uncovering the truth behind it is the motivation for her battles.
First Participation in Iron Fist Tournament
- Significant event
- First Participation in Iron Fist Tournament
- Description
- Participated in the martial arts tournament 'Iron Fist Tournament' and demonstrated her skills.
Mastery of Bajiquan
- Significant event
- Mastery of Bajiquan
- Description
- Mastered the Eastern martial art Bajiquan, which forms the core of her fighting style.
Relationships
Emma
Mother
Murdered in childhood, her death is the driving force in Leo's life as she pursues the truth.
Nina Williams
Rival
Rivals with a fated connection from battling multiple times in the Iron Fist Tournament.
Paul Phoenix
Teammate
A reliable comrade who repeatedly fights together.
Iron Fist Tournament Participants
Iron Fist Tournament Participants: unknown
Media appearances
Tekken 3
Game / Protagonist
1997
Tekken Tag Tournament
Game / Protagonist
1999
Tekken 5
Game / Protagonist
2004
Tekken: Blood Vengeance
Anime / Supporting
2011
Voice cast and creators
Yui Horie
- Voice actor
- Yui Horie
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Game versions
Kari Wahlgren
- Voice actor
- Kari Wahlgren
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- English dubbed game
Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Creator name
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Role
- Original author
Akira Yasuda
- Creator name
- Akira Yasuda
- Role
- Character designer
Related goods
Leo Action Figure
- Item name
- Leo Action Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Leo's Fighting Gloves Replica
- Item name
- Leo's Fighting Gloves Replica
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Limited