IDEOLOGY
View Japan Pro Wrestling was the engine driving the world of Japanese wrestling, carrying on the legacy of the great Victory Musashi and his Strong Style.
The hearts of its fans were spellbound by 'Musashi-ism'.
The wrestlers belonging to this promotion were tasked with climbing an invisible wall, fighting an incorporeal enemy: they had to be extremely tough and resilient.
That was the battlefield that Sumisu chose to fight in.
Toshi Goto stood in front of Sumisu like a policeman.
He was the man who almost sent Hiroshi Date to Hell with a fearsome backdrop.
GOTO: "So you're Sumisu. Hope you like the River Styx, 'cause I'm about to drop you in for a bath."
SUMISU: "Sorry, Goto! You're just a stepping stone in my climb."
GOTO: "You've got guts, kid. I am defeated. But don't forget this, Sumisu."
GOTO: "Our techniques are not tools for killing. Injuries may happen, but even that's a sin. All I'm saying is, don't misuse your talent."
Super 'God' Kaizer was the very definition of a wrestler. He dutifully trained every day, always spoke the truth, and held no prejudice. He was deeply trusted by his fellow warriors.
He earned his nickname, Super Junior, by crushing all opposition in the Junior ranks. He was, above all else, an honest man.
KAIZER: "Sumisu, right? Let's have some fun. But I'm warning you: If you slip up, I'm gonna crush you."
SUMISU: "That's my line, Kaizer."
KAIZER: "You really are strong. I'll have to keep my eye on you."
KAIZER: "Your wresting is spectacular. It's a true art. Never forget that: Wrestling is a form of art."
KAIZER: "I want to see you climb to the top! Become the superstar that will carry the future of pro wrestling! Good luck, Sumisu."
KAIZER: "I will become the Wind of Liverpool."
The Leader of the Heisei Shogunate, Samurai Jiro. His feud with Nobuhisa Sanada still echoed in everyone's hearts.
Jiro stood in the middle of the river of View Japan as a king of old, a reminder of the reckless and violent days that forged him.
JIRO: "Samurai Jiro, leader of the Heisei Shogunate, is coming for you!"
JIRO: "Sumisu! I will defeat you and avenge Toshi Goto. Are you ready?"
SUMISU: "Whenever you are."
JIRO: "I like you, Sumisu. If you ever need anything, you can count on me. There's always going to be a seat for you at the Heisei Shogunate."
ITTETSU: "You can't afford to stumble here!"