Artist's commentary
The poster girl of battle Maidens with some lore
Full Name: María Guerrero
Age: 24
Occupation: Mechanic and Former Lucha Libre Wrestler
Fighting Style: Lucha Libre, grappling, high-flying maneuvers, and powerful air strikes
Backstory:
Maria Guerrero, known in the underground fighting scene as "La Tormenta," comes from a working-class Mexican family. her being the main supporter of her mother and younger sister, Mercedes.
Driven by financial struggles, María entered the world of underground street fighting at a young age. Her natural talent in combat and raw strength quickly earned her recognition, but it was a dangerous path that led her to professional Lucha Libre. Maria's mentor, the retired luchador El Rayo, recognized her potential and honed her skills, though he warned her about the destructive anger that fueled her success.
Maria's life took a dramatic turn when she refused to throw a championship match at the behest of Roberto Rodríguez, a powerful drug lord. Defying his orders, Maria won the tournament, but her defiance came at a cost. Rodríguez retaliated, and in the ensuing confrontation, Maria injured him, leaving him blind in one eye. Forced to flee her country to the U.S.A, Maria relocated to the United States, where she tried to start anew as a mechanic, working for Don Antonio, a family friend.
Personality:
Stoic and Reserved: Maria is a woman of few words, keeping her emotions tightly controlled. She appears cold and distant, but beneath the surface, she harbors a deep love for her family and a sense of loyalty to those she cares about.
Protective: While Maria projects an image of indifference, she is fiercely protective of her loved ones. This becomes evident when her family is threatened, forcing her back into a world she thought she had left behind.
Conflicted: Maria struggles with the duality of her nature. On one hand, she loves the thrill of combat, the rush of victory, and the respect it brings her. On the other, she resents the life of violence that has endangered her family and caused her so much pain.
Loyal and Honorable: Despite her involvement in underground fighting, Maria holds onto a personal code of honor. She refuses to compromise her integrity for money or power, even when it means risking her life.
