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{{Infobox U.S. County|
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county = Gulf County|
{{General CVG character
state = Florida |
|name=Yoshimitsu
seal =
|image= [[Image:Yoshimitsu tekken6.png]]
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|caption= Yoshimitsu in ''Tekken 6''
map = Gulf County Florida.png |
|series=''[[Tekken (series)|Tekken]]'' series<br>''[[Soul series|Soul]]'' series
founded = 6 June 1925 |
|firstgame=''[[Tekken (video game)|Tekken]]''
seat = [[Port St. Joe, Florida|Port St. Joe]] |
|voiceactor=Phil Sheridan (''Soulcalibur II'')<br>Mitch Urban (''Soulcalibur III'')
area_total_sq_mi =745 |
|japanactor=[[Hideo Ishikawa]] (''Tekken series'')<br>[[Nobuyuki Hiyama]] (''Soulcalibur'', ''Soulcalibur II'' & ''III'')<br>[[Norio Wakamoto]] (''Soulcalibur IV'')
area_water_sq_mi =190 |
|inuniverse={{Tekken character
area percentage = 25.52% |
|fightingstyle=Advanced Manji-Style [[Ninjutsu]]
census yr = 2000|
|country=[[Japan]] {{flagicon|Japan}}
pop = 13332 |
|age= Unknown <ref>He was 65 years old in Tekken 2 from some Japanese Tekken 2 guidebooks.{{Fact|date=November 2007}}</ref>
density_km2 =9|
|height=5' 10" (178 cm)
web = www.gulfcountygovernment.com|
|weight=149 lbs (63 kg)
|}}
|blood type=O
'''Gulf County''' is a [[county]] located in the [[panhandle]] of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Florida]]. As of 2000, the population was 13,332. The [[United States Census Bureau|U.S. Census Bureau]] 2005 estimate for the county is 13,975 [http://www.census.gov/popest/counties/tables/CO-EST2005-01-12.xls]. Its [[county seat]] is [[Port St. Joe, Florida]]{{GR|6}}.
|occupation=Leader of the Manji Party
}} }}


== History ==
{{nihongo|'''Yoshimitsu'''|吉光|Yoshimitsu, literally meaning ''good fortune light''}} is a [[fictional character]] originally created for the ''[[Tekken (series)|Tekken]]'' series of [[fighting games]], designed by [[Namco]]. Yoshimitsu made his first appearance in ''[[Tekken (video game)|Tekken]]'', and has returned for all subsequent sequels to that game since his inception. Yoshimitsu is one of the only four ''Tekken'' characters (the others being [[Heihachi Mishima]], [[Nina Williams]] and [[Paul Phoenix (Tekken)|Paul Phoenix]] ) to have appeared in every game in the series.
Gulf County, created in 1925, was named for the [[Gulf of Mexico]]. [[Wewahitchka, Florida|Wewahitchka,]] was its first county seat and the 1927 [[Old Gulf County Courthouse|Gulf County Courthouse]] is still in existence. In 1965 the county seat was moved to [[Port St. Joe, Florida|Port Saint Joe]], which under its original name [[St. Joseph, Florida|Saint Joseph]], had been the site of [[Florida]]'s first [[Constitutional convention (political meeting)|Constitutional Convention]] in 1838.


==Geography==
Additionally, an analogous character bearing the same name, weapon, clan and basic information, was later carried over into [[Namco|Namco's]] [[Soul (series)|Soul series]] of [[fighting games]] as a secret character, making his debut in ''[[Soulcalibur]]'' and returning for ''[[Soulcalibur II]]'', ''[[Soulcalibur III]]'' and ''[[Soulcalibur IV]]''. Yoshimitsu also sports the [[kanji]] "宇" ([[Romaji]]: ''u'', [[Pinyin]]: ''yǔ'') which means "void".
[[Image:Enteringbaycounty.JPG|thumb|150px|left|Entering the [[Eastern Time Zone]] ]]


According to the [[United States Census Bureau|U.S. Census Bureau]], the county has a total area of 745&nbsp;[[square mile]]s (1,928&nbsp;[[km²]]), of which, 555&nbsp;square miles (1,436&nbsp;km²) of it is land and 190&nbsp;square miles (492&nbsp;km²) of it (25.52%) is water.
==Background Story==
===''Tekken'' series===
Yoshimitsu makes his first appearance in 1994's ''Tekken''. In the game's story, Yoshimitsu enters the first tournament as a decoy, so that other members of the Manji Party can steal the tournament's funds unobserved. Yoshimitsu learns about a [[sumo wrestler]] called [[Ganryu (Tekken)|Ganryu]], whose disrespectful attitude in the ring costed him his promotion into [[Yokozuna]] rank. This base disrespect for the [[sumo]] code infuriates Yoshimitsu, and he defeats Ganryu. Time later Yoshimitsu leads an infiltration on Dr. Boskonovitch's lab in order to steal his Eternal Energy device. Though Yoshimitsu loses his arm during the infiltration, [[Doctor Boskonovitch|Boskonovitch]] helps the injured ninja escape and fits him with a mechanical prosthetic.


Its the only county in the Eastern United States to be under two time zones, [[Eastern Time Zone|Eastern]] and [[Central Time Zone|Central]], by way of the [[Intracoastal Waterway]].
In ''[[Tekken 2]]'', Yoshimitsu learns that [[Doctor Boskonovitch]] has been kidnapped by the [[Mishima Zaibatsu]], and enters the second Tekken tournament to rescue him. Kunimitsu returns to the tournament in order to steal the clan's [[tachi]]. Yoshimitsu defeats Kunimitsu, and drops out of the tournament to rescue the Doctor after learning his location. Yoshimitsu reappears in ''[[Tekken 3]]'', trying to help Boskonovitch who suffers from a mysterious disease; ''[[Tekken 4|4]]'', attempting to form alliances between the Zaibatsu and the Manji Party; ''[[Tekken 5|5]]'' and ''[[Tekken 6|6]]'', seeking Bryan Fury after he killed members of his clan.
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===Adjacent counties===
=== ''Soulcalibur'' series ===
*[[Calhoun County, Florida]] - north
[[Image:Yoshimitsu-sc4.jpg|thumb|120px|Yoshimitsu, as he appears in ''[[Soulcalibur IV]]'']]
*[[Liberty County, Florida]] - northeast
Yoshimitsu first appeared in Namco's ''[[Soul (series)|Soul]]'' series in 1998's ''Soulcalibur''. After refusing a power-hungry lord's offer of alliance, Yoshimitsu discovers his village has been destroyed. Attempting to battle the lord's army, Yoshimitsu loses his arm. He sets out to search for the fabled weapon Soul Edge, so that he could take his revenge against [[Oda Nobunaga|Lord Nobunaga]]. In meditation, Yoshimitsu concluded that if he were to give in to his hatred, he would be no better than either Oda Nobunaga or [[Nightmare (Soulcalibur)|Nightmare]]; when he reaches the castle where Soul Edge is, he discovers it has been locked away with Soul Calibur.
*[[Franklin County, Florida]] - east
*[[Bay County, Florida]] - west


===National [[protected area]]===
In ''Soulcalibur II'', Yoshimitsu discovers that his katana has been impregnated with corrupted energy from the castle, and so resolves to rid his blade of the evil. When Yoshimitsu is worn from trying to quell the corruption, the blade is stolen by [[Voldo]]. Fearing what would happen if the weapon wound up in the wrong hands, Yoshimitsu set out to retrieve the katana, in the process discovering a fragment of the Soul Edge. Wanting to destroy all the fragments which are spread across the earth, Yoshimitsu forms band of chivalrous thieves, known as the Manjitou, in order to do good and to find the fragments.
* [[St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge]] (part)


==Demographics==
Yoshimitsu returns in ''Soulcalibur III'' devising a robbery in order to steal a fragment of the Soul Edge. The robbery fails as [[Tira (Soulcalibur)|Tira]], a servant of Soul Edge and Nightmare, ambushes the thieves and takes the fragment of Soul Edge.
As of the [[census]]{{GR|2}} of 2000, there were 13,332 people, 4,931 households, and 3,535 families residing in the county. The [[population density]] was 24 people per square mile (9/km²). There were 7,587 housing units at an average density of 14 per square&nbsp;mile (5/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 79.89% [[Race (United States Census)|White]], 16.94% [[Race (United States Census)|Black]] or [[Race (United States Census)|African American]], 0.65% [[Race (United States Census)|Native American]], 0.40% [[Race (United States Census)|Asian]], 0.05% [[Race (United States Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.53% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.55% from two or more races. 2.03% of the population were [[Race (United States Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Race (United States Census)|Latino]] of any race.


There were 4,931 households out of which 28.40% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.50% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 11.90% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.30% were non-families. 25.50% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.40% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.87.
==Weapons==
In ''Tekken'' series, Yoshimitsu's sword was originally depicted as a standard katana, and continues to be in Namco's artwork. However, from ''Tekken 3'' onwards, it has the appearance of a [[lightsaber]] (although in some ''Tekken'' games like ''Tekken 4'', his alternate costume wields a normal katana). Referencing Kunimitsu's ''Tekken 2'' story, it is revealed that the blade is passed down through the Manji's party leaders. The previous leader is ritually sacrificed, and the blade absorbs their power and skill.


In the county the population was spread out with 21.70% under the age of 18, 6.80% from 18 to 24, 29.40% from 25 to 44, 26.00% from 45 to 64, and 16.20% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females there were 114.60 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.70 males.
In ''Soulcalibur'' series, Yoshimitsu uses his beloved self-named katana ("Yoshimitsu") with the Manji Ninjitsu style and was handed down through many generations in the Manji clan. It seems like a normal katana, but it has many unique features that accommodates the unique style of the Manji. Since it was forged with secret techniques which were passed down in the Manji clan, it cannot be replicated and is the last of its kind. Yoshimitsu, after the massacre of his clan, swore an oath of vengeance to this weapon. It has been tainted by the evil energy of Soul Edge and turned into a demonic weapon, but still is the preferred weapon of Yoshimitsu. Additionally, the [[sashimono]] on his back that accompanies the sword is also used as a striking weapon.


The median income for a household in the county was $30,276, and the median income for a family was $36,289. Males had a median income of $27,539 versus $20,780 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the county was $14,449. About 13.70% of families and 16.70% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 20.80% of those under age 18 and 14.10% of those age 65 or over.
==Fighting Style==
Yoshimitsu uses a lot of fast, poking attacks, like his flying knee (fubuki) and his numerous spinning attacks. Performing too many of these spinning attacks, though, may leave him dizzy.


In 2004, Gulf County re-elected President George W. Bush by a 2 to 1 margin.
Yoshimitsu utilizes numerous unblockable moves with his sword, as well as a lot of unconventional moves and stances which includes:


==Main Locations==
*'''Pogo''' (called the "Flea" fighting technique in ''Soulcalibur IV'' and ''Tekken 3'' onwards)
*[[Port St. Joe, Florida|Port St. Joe]]
Stance in which he is perched on his sword
*[[Wewahitchka, Florida|Wewahitchka]]


==Other Places==
*'''Dragonfly''' (called the "Manji Dragonfly" in ''Soulcalibur IV'' and ''Tekken 5'')
Stance where he spins his sword like a helicopter blade and hovers in mid-air.


*'''Sitting Stance''' (called "Meditation" in ''Soulcalibur IV'' and "Indian Meditation" in ''Tekken 5'')
Stance where he can recover hit points (HP) and also allows him to teleport.


*[[Dalkeith, Florida|Dalkeith]]
*'''Reflection'''
*[[Highland View, Florida|Highland View]]
Stance where Yoshimitsu stands facing backwards. With some of his moves damage himself as well, such as quickly stabbing himself through the stomach, [[Hara Kiri]], while having his back facing his opponent.
*[[Honeyville, Florida|Honeyville]]
*[[Overstreet, Florida|Overstreet]]
*[[White City, Gulf County, Florida|White City]]


==References==
Yoshimitsu can also spit toxic gas out of his stomach to deal damage at close range.
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==Other appearances==
==External links==
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Yoshimitsu and references to him have appeared in other [[Namco]] games. His ''Tekken 3'' incarnation is a bonus character available in ''[[Anna Kournikova]]'s Smash Court Tennis'' for the [[PlayStation]]. Furthermore, Yoshimitsu's ''Tekken 3'' [[Lightsaber|"energy sword"]] is one of the secret [[Racquet|tennis racquets]] unlocked during the game. In the Tekken spin-off Game [[Death by Degrees]], Yoshimitsu's sword is an available weapon. He also had brief cameos in ''[[Tekken: The Motion Picture|Tekken: The Movie]]'' as a competitor in the tournament. He will also appear in the 2009 film, ''[[Tekken (film)|Tekken]]'' portrayed by Gary Ray Stearns.
===Government links/Constitutional offices===
* [http://www.gulfcountygovernment.com/ Gulf County Board of County Commissioners]
* [http://www.gulfcountytaxcollector.com/ Gulf County Supervisor of Elections]
* [http://www.qpublic.net/gulf/ Gulf County Property Appraiser]
* [http://www.gulfsheriff.com/ Gulf County Sheriff's Office]
* [http://www.gulfcountytaxcollector.com/ Gulf County Tax Collector]


====Special districts ====
==Promotion and reception==
* [http://www.gulf.k12.fl.us/ Gulf County School District]
In 2006, Namco released a Yoshimitsu figurine as part of a ''Tekken 5'' set based upon his promotional artwork for the game. While not posable, the PVC figure came with equipable clothing items modeled after those in the game.<ref>[http://dol.dengeki.com/data/news/2005/12/06/7405eca63d5958caa5be32234f8ab7fb.html 『鉄拳5』＆『ソウルキャリバーIII』の キャラクターたちがコレクションフィギュアに！]. Dengeki Online. Retrieved on [[2008-07-31]]</ref>
* [http://www.nwfwmd.state.fl.us/ Northwest Florida Water Management District]


====Judicial branch====
In a 2002 poll by Namco prior to the release of ''Soulcalibur II'' regarding their favorite character from ''Soulcalibur'', Yoshimitsu placed fifth, with 5% of the tally.<ref>[http://ps2.ign.com/articles/101/101406p1.html Soul Calibur 2 -- New Screens And Character Info]. Retrieved on [[2008-08-02]]</ref> He was listed number five in Dutch gaming magazine ''[[Power Unlimited]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s "Top 5 Coolest Oneliners in Games", with "Namu namu namu namu namu namu..."<ref>[http://www.powerweb.nl/artikel.jsp?rubriek=423267&id=1235050 Top 5 coolest oneliners in games] (in Dutch). Power Unlimited. Retrieved on [[2008-08-03]]</ref>
* [http://www.gulfclerk.com/ Gulf County Clerk of Courts]
* [http://www.jud14.flcourts.org/ Circuit and County Court for the 14th Judicial Circuit of Florida] serving [[Bay County, Florida|Bay]], [[Calhoun County, Florida|Calhoun]], [[Gulf County, Florida|Gulf]], [[Holmes County, Florida|Holmes]], [[Jackson County, Florida|Jackson]] and [[Washington County, Florida|Washington]] counties


=== Tourism links ===
IGN listed Yoshimitsu as one of the top ten fighters in the ''Soul'' series, at number six. They stated "Yoshimitsu's blade has always felt more at home with his fellow Soul fighters...New players are often at a loss as to how to handle the character, but once they get a handle on him, Yoshimitsu becomes a true force of nature."<ref>Schedeen, Jesse. [http://stars.ign.com/articles/895/895160p5.html Soulcalibur: The Top Ten Fighters]. IGN. Retrieved on [[2008-08-01]]</ref>
* [http://www.visitgulf.com/ Gulf County Tourism Development Council]


=== Business links ===
==References==
* [http://www.GulfChamber.org/ Gulf County Chamber of Commerce]
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Gulf County
County
Map of Florida highlighting Gulf County
Location within the U.S. state of Florida
Map of the United States highlighting Florida
Florida's location within the U.S.
Coordinates: 29°54′N 85°14′W / 29.9°N 85.24°W / 29.9; -85.24
Country United States
State Florida
Founded6 June 1925
SeatPort St. Joe
Area
 • Total745 sq mi (1,930 km2)
 • Water190 sq mi (500 km2)  25.52%
Population
 (2000)
 • Total13,332
 • Density20/sq mi (9/km2)
Websitewww.gulfcountygovernment.com

Gulf County is a county located in the panhandle of the U.S. state of Florida. As of 2000, the population was 13,332. The U.S. Census Bureau 2005 estimate for the county is 13,975 [1]. Its county seat is Port St. Joe, FloridaTemplate:GR.

History

Gulf County, created in 1925, was named for the Gulf of Mexico. Wewahitchka, was its first county seat and the 1927 Gulf County Courthouse is still in existence. In 1965 the county seat was moved to Port Saint Joe, which under its original name Saint Joseph, had been the site of Florida's first Constitutional Convention in 1838.

Geography

Entering the Eastern Time Zone

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 745 square miles (1,928 km²), of which, 555 square miles (1,436 km²) of it is land and 190 square miles (492 km²) of it (25.52%) is water.

Its the only county in the Eastern United States to be under two time zones, Eastern and Central, by way of the Intracoastal Waterway.

Adjacent counties

National protected area

Demographics

As of the censusTemplate:GR of 2000, there were 13,332 people, 4,931 households, and 3,535 families residing in the county. The population density was 24 people per square mile (9/km²). There were 7,587 housing units at an average density of 14 per square mile (5/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 79.89% White, 16.94% Black or African American, 0.65% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.53% from other races, and 1.55% from two or more races. 2.03% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 4,931 households out of which 28.40% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.50% were married couples living together, 11.90% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.30% were non-families. 25.50% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.40% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the county the population was spread out with 21.70% under the age of 18, 6.80% from 18 to 24, 29.40% from 25 to 44, 26.00% from 45 to 64, and 16.20% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females there were 114.60 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.70 males.

The median income for a household in the county was $30,276, and the median income for a family was $36,289. Males had a median income of $27,539 versus $20,780 for females. The per capita income for the county was $14,449. About 13.70% of families and 16.70% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.80% of those under age 18 and 14.10% of those age 65 or over.

In 2004, Gulf County re-elected President George W. Bush by a 2 to 1 margin.

Main Locations

Other Places

References

External links

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Government links/Constitutional offices

Special districts

Judicial branch

Tourism links

Business links

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