Shaheen

Saudi Arabia's Iron-Fisted Bodyguard

An elite VIP bodyguard working for a private military company in Saudi Arabia. Master of strict military-style martial arts, with a mysterious past.

Quotes

  • Not just for my friend, but for the world, I will defeat Kazuya.
  • I swear on Saleem's treasured sword. I will eradicate G Corporation's tyranny.
  • The mastermind lurking behind G Corporation's Middle East branch is Kazuya Mishima.
  • I will investigate everything and uncover the truth.
  • I will not forgive the private military company's conspiracy.

Trivia

  • One of the few Tekken series characters voiced in Arabic.
  • His martial arts, leveraging military experience, have established a unique style.
  • He stakes his life to protect his friend Saleem.
  • A truth seeker closing in on the mastermind in the story.
  • The design seems to reference real-life soldiers.
  • His movements in story mode are very realistic.

Alternate names

Shaheen Saudi VIP Bodyguard Military Combat Arts User

Tags

Tekken Fighting Game Bandai Namco Saudi Arabia Military Bodyguard Action Male Character New Character

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Muscular and well-proportioned build. Always dressed in tactical attire close to military gear, with a dignified and chiseled facial expression.
Height
Approximately 185cm
Weight
80kg
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Short hair
  • Stern expression
  • Sharp eyebrows
Iconic items
  • Military boots
  • Combat uniform
  • Gloves
  • Pistol
  • Equipment belt

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Sincere
Detailed personality
Calm and strong sense of responsibility, loyal to missions. Straightforward personality who values comrades greatly. Strong sense of justice and pride in his duties.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Calm and composed
  • Loyalty
  • Serious
  • Thoughtful
  • Bodyguard
Motto
Fulfill the mission and protect comrades
Talents
  • Natural talent for martial arts
  • High physical abilities
  • Tactical judgment
Skills
  • Military-style martial arts
  • Bodyguard techniques
  • Quick reactions
  • Weapon handling
  • Infiltration and vigilance operations
Motivation
To uncover the truth behind his friend's death and reveal the private military company's conspiracy
Habits
Occasionally shows a faint smile even in serious situations
Favorite foods
Simple meals, Protein
Hobbies
Martial arts training, Weapon maintenance
Favorite places
Training grounds, Quiet places
Favorite colors
Black, Camouflage colors
Music
Traditional Arabic music
Disliked insects
Flies, Mosquitoes
Disliked situations
Unexpected incidents, Pointless conflicts
Disliked weather
Sandstorms

History

Backstory
Triggered by the mysterious death of his close friend Saleem, the top executive of an oil-related company, he becomes interested in the conspiracy of the military company G behind it. Formerly a legendary undefeated bodyguard in the military, he is passionate about mission accomplishment. To get to the truth of Saleem's death, he joined a private military company and continues his investigation.
Debut date
December 18, 2015
Work title
Tekken 7
Media type
Game

Debut in Tekken 7

Significant event
Debut in Tekken 7
Description
Enters as an elite bodyguard from a private military company. From Saudi Arabia, uses unique military-style martial arts.

Story developments in Tekken 8

Significant event
Story developments in Tekken 8
Description
Investigates the true identity of the G Corporation Middle East branch executive as the mastermind and Kazuya Mishima's conspiracy, searching for related parties. Inherits Saleem's will and resolves to overthrow G Corporation.

Relationships

Saleem

Mentor

After Saleem's death as the oil company executive, it became the trigger to investigate the truth behind his death.

Private Military Company

Private Military Company: unknown

Media appearances

Tekken 7

Game / Supporting

December 2015

Tekken 8

Game / Supporting

June 2024

Voice cast and creators

Fardeen Rifai

Voice actor
Fardeen Rifai
Language
Arabic
Version or series
Tekken 7 / Tekken 8

Bandai Namco Entertainment

Creator name
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Role
Original author

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Character designer

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Writer

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Animation studio

Bandai Namco Entertainment

Creator name
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Role
Publisher

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Licensee

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Shaheen Figure

Item name
Shaheen Figure
Category
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Availability
Regular

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Item name
Shaheen Acrylic Stand
Category
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Availability
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