Yoshihiko Kikuni's Jantoushi Doraoh is a Super Famicom mahjong game developed by C-Lab and published by Planning Office Wada on February 19, 1993. Known for its quirky, humorous characters and comedic tone, it follows traditional Japanese mahjong rules with unique twists.
Players take on the role of Doraoh, a mahjong saint living in the sanctuary who protects the goddess Athenaide. When the evil mahjong sorcerer Jyakou invades the sanctuary and kidnaps Athenaide, Doraoh sets out to save her. He recruits other mahjong saints, climbs towers themed after the Chinese zodiac, and finally heads to Jyakou's castle for the final showdown.
A key feature is special attacks triggered when a character's "Cosmo" energy bar is full. These attacks range from knocking out opponents to instantly winning a hand (ron). The game also includes a password system to save progress.
Notably, the game directly parodies the classic anime Saint Seiya. Its tower guardians are based on the Chinese zodiac, contrasting with the Gold Saints of Saint Seiya, who are based on the Greco-Roman zodiac.
Overall, Yoshihiko Kikuni's Jantoushi Doraoh delivers a one-of-a-kind gaming experience with its unique humor, rich cast of characters, and innovative mahjong gameplay.