Riptor (Classic)

==Summary==
Riptor is a playable character in the first game of the Killer Instinct series. It is one of the many creations of the megacorporation Ultratech and the result of an experiment aiming to combine reptilian and human genes into a deadly killing machine, mixing intelligence and ferocity. Riptor features human-like proportions, the traits or creatures such as velociraptors and snakes and a complex, but constantly conflicted mind that combines the psychology of both types of beings. It was nurtured from the egg by a professor and her team, and it quikcly demonstrated its killing prowess. Ultratech entered Riptor in their testing ground for living weapons, the Killer Instinct tournament. Its task was to kill TJ Combo, who entered the competition looking for revenge. In this brutal battle, Riptor's short existence was brought to an end by the boxer, who in turn lost an eye and was hospitalized for months due to the injuries caused by the beast.
==Powers and Stats==
Tier: 
Name: Riptor
Origin: Killer Instinct
Gender: Unknown. Is vulnerable to B. Orchid's Heart Attack, which affects only males, but was also apparently able to lay eggs
Age: 4 
Classification: Human-Dinosaur Hybrid
Powers and Abilities: Superhuman Physical Characteristics, Natural Weaponry (Possesses claws, fangs and a sharp tail), Skilled in Hand-to-Hand Combat, Acrobatics (Can perform Tail Flip and Jump Rake), Poison/Acid Manipulation (Via Flaming Venom and Deadly Venom), Fire Manipulation (Via Dragon Breath), possibly Body Control (Via Eat Opponent), possibly Broadway Force (Via Humiliation), Damage Boost (Can perform Shadow Moves, which are enhanced versions of its Special Moves), Status Effect Inducement (By hitting the opponent repeteadly, without them being able to recover, it can cause them to enter the , which leaves them unable to react)
Attack Potency: Wall level+ ( TJ Combo, who is able to destroy a large wall in Sabrewulf's castle)
Speed: Superhuman Travel Speed (Should possess superhuman speed due to being part dinosaur), Supersonic reactions and combat speed (Fast enough to react to and dodge Cinder's Trailblazer, which allows him to fly at supersonic speed)
Lifting Strength: Class 1 (Able to grapple and throw around opponents as heavy as Fulgore)
Striking Strength: Wall level+ 
Durability: Wall level+ (Can endure hits from opponents comparable to itself)
Stamina: At least Athletic, possibly higher (Should possess a decently high level of stamina due to its reptillian genes. Can go through deadly battles)
Range: Standard to Extended Melee range physically (thanks to its tail), Several Meters with projectiles
Standard Equipment: Vambraces
Intelligence: Likely Above Average to Animalistic (Riptor's psychology is difficult to comprehend, as it consists in an unnatural combination of human reasoning and predatory instinct, torn apart by a constant conflict. It is described as having formidable intelligence, but is also confused, and explodes in fits of brutal rage when it fails to understand the situation. The purpose of Riptor's existence is to be a lethal fighting machine, and it was a success, since Riptor efficiently mixes the ferocity and savage power of a dinosaur with the fighting style of a human) 
Weaknesses: Its mind is confused and afflicted by a constant inner conflict between reptilian and human nature. 
Note: Broadway Force and Body Control come from techniques which are supposed to be gags, and thus they can be restricted in versus matches.
Notable Attacks/Techniques:
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FlamingVenom.gif|Flaming Venom
AirVenom.gif|Air Flaming Venom
DragonBreath.gif|Dragon Breath
ClawUppercut.gif|Claw Uppercut
RiptorRampage.gif|Rampage
TailFlip.gif|Tail Flip
JumpRake.gif|Jump Rake
JumpRake2.gif
*Flaming Venom: Riptor spits a spherical projectile at the opponent, dealing heat damage. Despite resembling a fireball, the move's name suggests it being a type of poison or acid. Riptor can also use this technique while in mid-air. The Shadow version consists in a stronger, blue projectile.
*Dragon Breath: Riptor breaths a stream of flames.
*Claw Uppercut: Riptor uppercuts the opponent with a claw swipe, sending them flying. 
*Rampage: Riptor charges forward and attacks with a shoulder tackle.
*Tail Flip: Riptor somersaults forward and squashes the opponent with its tail. It can also be performed in mid-air.
*Jump Rake: Riptor jumps leg first towards the opponent, slashing them with its claws. With the right conditions, Riptor can remain balanced on its tail and deliver a continuos flurry of slashes.
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*Deadly Venom: Riptor enlarges its cobra-like hood and spits a spherical projectile at the opponent, who begins to scream in pain and have uncontrollable spams until they die, possibly because of the poisonous effects of the attack and what appears to be electricity running through their body. With an alternate version, the opponent is immediately turned into ashes.
*Tail Stab: Riptor turns around and kills the opponent by thrusting its tail into their midsection.
*Eat Opponent: Riptor jumps over the opponent and seemingly devours them whole. It is then seen with its belly unnaturally swollen, just to return as it was after a burp.
DeadlyVenom.gif|Deadly Vemom
DeadlyVenom2.gif|Deadly Venom v.2
TailStab.gif|Tail Stab
EatOpponent.gif|Eat Opponent
*Humiliation: Riptor points its hand at the defeated opponent, who is then mysteriously forced to dance.
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*Fighting Style: Riptor's enhanced intellect and anthropomorphic physiology makes it so it can combine the characteristics of a dinosaur and a human. With its arms and legs, Riptor can attack with precise claw swipes, uppercuts and occasionally kicks as well, generally after approaching the opponent with Jump Rake or Rampage. Its forearms, armored with vambraces, are also useful for defense, just like a person would do. During these combos, Riptor often uses its sharp teeth and long tail, with the latter being especially useful to poke and flail the opponent, as well as sweep their feet. Although not its main form of attack, Riptor can perform flying attacks, diving over the opponent its hands and legs.
RiptorCombo.gif|Hyper Combo
RiptorCombo2.gif|Super Combo
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==References==
*Killer Instinct (1994)
*Riptor's Killer Instinct Profile on Rare's website (archived)
*TJ Combo's Killer Instinct 2/Gold Profile on Rare's website (archived)
==Notable Matchups==
Victories:
Losses:
Inconclusive:
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