afterlife
The fight takes place in one of the three kingdoms of the afterlife (heaven, hell, purgatory) or a variation of either.
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ancient_civilization
Takes place during ancient times (Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, etc.)
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animalia
Applies to arenas in which one or more animals can be seen.
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artwork
Wall-based artwork (paintings, murals, etc) is on display here.
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aviation
Presence of aircraft and other flying structures. They may make an appearance in the background or the characters may actually be on or inside one.
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bamboo
Bamboo trees grow here.
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battlefield
There is a battle taking place in the surrounding area.
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bonus_stage
This stage is associated with an extra objective outside of the main game.
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boss_stage
This stage serves primarily as the domain for one or more boss characters (although other characters may be fought here).
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breakable_objects
Applies to arenas with objects such as crates, barrels, etc. that can be smashed without too much effort.
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bridge
The fight takes place on, near, or underneath a bridge.
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buddha
Features visual representation of a venerable Buddha, whether it be the traditional Siddhartha Gautama, or the "fat/laughing Buddha" known as Hotei or Budai.
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cameos
Applies to arenas with cameo appearances by one or more characters from other games.
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capacity_crowd
The background contains much more than the usual six or seven onlookers--the fight is observed by hundreds of people, likely in stadium seating.
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cave
The battleground is an underground space enclosed by earth or stone, either natural or man-made.
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circus
Battle takes place at a circus or carnival.
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clockwork
Applies to arenas with objects such as gears, a mechanical clock or any device that operates in a similar fashion.
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construction
The battle takes place in or near a building that is in the process of being built. Steel girders and brawny men with hard hats are likely sights.
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corpses
Hey kids, wanna see a dead body?
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crashed_vehicles
One or more crashed vehicles are visible in the background of the arena.
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desert
An arid landform known for its extreme temperatures, low precipitation, and largely devoid of flora and fauna.
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dinosaurs
The terrible lizards of prehistory loom in the background, either live or on display in a museum setting.
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dlc_stage
A stage delivered to the consumer after the game's release via download. May also be offered as a pre-order incentive.
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dusk
takes place during the sunset hour.
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environmental_hazard
It's not just your opponent you have to worry about...the surrounding environment also poses a threat to the player in some way. It can range from a edge of the arena to deadly traps.
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fetus
Embryonic imagery is popular shorthand in visual media for the gestation stages of eldritch abominations.
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fog
A mist or fog pervades the atmosphere.
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forest
Any area with a high density of trees. It can include variations such as taigas, rainforests, and temperate forests.
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garden
A plot of land set aside for displaying and cultivating plants
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glass
There is a large presence of glass objects or surfaces in this arena.
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graffiti
Surfaces in this area have been vandalized with images or lettering.
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grassland
Area where vegetation is dominated by grass and other herbaceous plants
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graveyard
The fight takes place in a graveyard (complete with tombstones, eerie music, etc.)
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haunted
The arena shows common signs of paranormal activity, like objects being moved by an unseen force, spirits of dead and apparitions.
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house
The fight takes place inside or outside a house or mansion.
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industrial
A factory, plant, mill or any other place used to manufacture or process goods on a large scale.
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mountain
Mountains can be seen in background or the battle actually takes place on a mountain.
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moving
The surface the fighters are standing on is in motion, displaying a constantly changing background. Often an elevator or raft.
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on_a_boat
Takes place on or nearby a prominent boat.
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on_fire
There is a presence of fire burning in the background.
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performing_arts
The fighting takes place on or near a stage set aside for performing arts such as dancing, music, and theater.
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place_of_worship
Can be a church, temple, pagoda, cathedral, synagogue, or any structure that is used for a religious function
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practice_stage
An arena, largely nondescript in most cases, that functions normally as a training facility for the player. May or may not be accessible during normal gameplay.
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real_location
The fight takes place in an actual location (Neo Geo Land, Victoria Harbour, Kowloon Park, etc.)
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rooftop
Battles take place on the rooftop of a building.
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ruins
A battle in the ruins of some building.
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sewer
The stage takes place in a sewer.
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skulls
Arena contain skulls or artistic depiction of skulls (such as painting or sculpture).
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skyscraper
characterized by tall multi-story buildings
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spikes
This arena features sharp, pointy projections.
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squared_circle
Battle takes place inside (or immediately next to) the four corners of a boxing/wrestling ring.
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statues
Three-dimensional figures of any material are on display here.
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storm
Inclement weather is occurring, characterized by rain or periodic flashes of lightning.
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the_distant_future
This stage exists in an era that takes place some time after the game's release date. This does not count if a majority or the entirety of the game takes place in the future.
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torii
A Japanese gate, commonly found at an entrance or within a Shinto shrine
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toriimon
Arena contains the Torii style of Japanese gate, associated with Shinto. Often red.
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training
a gym, dojo, or any place where people gather hone their skills and improve their physical fitness
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trainspotting
The fight takes place on or near a train, or some other railroad vehicle.
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transition
Some function of this stage allows players to travel to a completely new stage.
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underwater
Arena is submerged in water, either enclosed in a windowed setting or floating with the fishes.
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volcanic
Lava and/or volcanoes are visible in this stage.
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water_floor
The floor of this arena is water, likely resulting in shadows replaced by reflections of splash effects.
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waterfall
A waterfall is visible in the background.
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waterside
Fights take place beside a stretch of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean.
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wetland
Area of land that saturated with moisture, may be covered with bodies of shallow water. Can include swamps, bogs, and marshes.
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winter
The battle takes place during the winter, complete with snow.
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