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Chapter 2 - Core aspects of Tatsu's fighting style

A predatory posture: Tatsu would move with a low, crouched stance, always ready to pounce or strike. His movements would be silent and stalking when on the hunt, but explosively fast during an attack, overwhelming opponents with sheer speed and savagery.Territorial combat: Like a wild animal, Tatsu would be more ferocious when defending his space or his "pack." In this case, Goku. He would fight viciously to eliminate threats within his territory, viewing any perceived threat to Goku as a personal challenge.Attack patternsBrutal, direct strikes: Tatsu would not use the elegant, choreographed forms of martial arts. His attacks would be crude but effective, focusing on hard, powerful strikes aimed at vital areas.Blitzkrieg tactics: He would use his Saiyan speed to close the distance instantly and deliver a flurry of devastating attacks, not allowing his opponent time to think or react.Grappling and dismemberment: In close quarters, he would use a feral grappling style, similar to a jaguar, with the intent of immobilizing and disabling his opponent. This could involve powerful locks, tearing off limbs, or breaking bones.Use of the tail: Unlike Goku, who had his tail as a weakness, Tatsu would likely use his tail as a third limb, a whip, or for grappling and choking his opponents. He has had no experience of it being a weakness and would intuitively integrate it into his combat style.TechniquesInstinctive energy blasts: Though he wouldn't know named techniques like a Kamehameha, Tatsu would instinctively launch energy blasts. These would be raw, chaotic, and destructive, like an uncontrolled eruption of power rather than a focused beam.No wasted movement: The most efficient method for Tatsu would be the most violent one. His movements would be entirely focused on ending the fight as quickly as possible, displaying a "killer instinct" that has not been tamed.Enhanced senses in battle: His Saiyan senses would be heightened in a fight, allowing him to perceive threats and react more quickly than a normal martial artist. This is a primal version of Ultra Instinct, where his body moves on instinct, not conscious thought, but without the divine refinement.Differences from Goku's fighting styleNo martial arts discipline: Where Goku would learn to control his energy and develop techniques through training, Tatsu's power is raw and untamed. Gohan would have a difficult time teaching him discipline, as Tatsu is more powerful and more stubborn.Brute force over skill: In a fight with Goku, Tatsu would rely on his superior raw power and aggression, while Goku would rely on technique and skill learned from Gohan. This would create a fascinating dynamic where the more powerful Saiyan is constantly clashing with the more disciplined one.Merciless finisher: Tatsu would not hesitate to finish his opponent. The concept of sparing an opponent, as Goku would learn, would be alien to him. For Tatsu, a fight only ends when the opponent is no longer a threat.In essence, Tatsu's fighting style would be a reflection of his untamed nature—a brutal, powerful, and instinctual display of Saiyan ferocity. This would make him a terrifying and unpredictable opponent for anyone who crosses his path.

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