🐉 Fei Long — Street Fighter’s Fiery Homage to Bruce Lee

Before there was Brocco-Lee, there was Fei Long — the fire-fisted fighter from Street Fighter, born as a blazing tribute to the one and only Bruce Lee.

When Street Fighter II: The New Challengers hit arcades in 1993, fans instantly noticed something familiar — the wild battle cries, lightning-fast kicks, and that unmistakable yellow jumpsuit. Yep, Fei Long wasn’t just inspired by Bruce Lee… he was Bruce Lee in spirit (and sound effects).

Fei Long’s name literally means “Flying Dragon” (飛龍), a nod to Bruce’s Chinese name, Lee Siu-Long — “Little Dragon.” Every move he makes — from his Rekkaken combo punches to his intense shouts — captures Bruce’s energy, discipline, and charisma.

But here’s where it gets extra fun: Japan loves their Bruce Lee tributes. Fei Long joined a long line of anime and game heroes molded in his image — from Rock Lee in Naruto to Marshall Law in Tekken. Each one keeps that martial-arts-meets-cool-philosophy vibe alive.

Fei Long reminds us that legends never fade — they evolve. From Hong Kong cinema to Japanese arcades, Bruce’s spirit keeps punching through pixels and generations.

So the next time you see our Brocco-Lee throwing down on a tee, remember: it’s not just a veggie with a black belt — it’s part of a long, kick-ass legacy.