Originally posted by Battlehammer
really becuases if I recall correctly Ken was said to be the faster of the to, but lack the power of Ryu
No. Ryu is also faster. Ryu showed speed that was invisible for eyes, faster than bullets.
Originally posted by Mindset
They are pretty equal and have been for most of their careers.
In skills yes. Their skills is similar, but in power is much difference.
Originally posted by Mindset
There is no huge gap between them in power, do you have any proof of this?
If you follow Street Fighter storyline, you would know it's a huge gap between the power.
Originally posted by Battlehammer
I am pritty certain I have a comic which states that Ken is faster then Ryu and quicker. His style uses quick movements rather then focus power like ryu.
It's his way of fighting. But actual speed, you should see the true Ryu speed.
Originally posted by psycho gundam
and ken would be just as powerful as ryu is, but he slipped a little due to his family life and other distractions.
Because of the same master and martial art doesn't mean they have the same power. Their power is different. And the power goes in Ryu advantage and by far. When such as Akuma, Ryu goes all out, such fighters as Ken, Sagat... becomes child play.
Ken has more fans and is more popular and have trouble accepting Ryu is much more powerful being than Ken.
And after SF3 according to the official canon Ryu killed Akuma (he burnt him into ashes after undergoing training with Oro).