Well, it was smooth animating ...
...but the story didn't feel too good. I don't think I can say too much about it since I didn't see any of the past episodes (not sure if there were any, I picked this up from front page) but a mistake I see happen (to the best, even more the worst of us) is making a love relationship. It demolishes the whole fandom you had for the character and crushes the mood. Say you don't want Ryu falling for a character, like being a Samurai or silent, self-proclaimed fighter. It ruins the atmosphere of the character, and that's not good. Personally I don't care for Steet Fighter too much, and to the last guy - watch yourself about Mortal Kombat, it's not cheap and you're overly biased. Don't forget every C word starts with K. : P
And now for the rating:
~10 on Graphics and Style because you did some awesome animating, looked smooth and Scorpion's execution of the Spear move looked convincing enough when he diagnolled. Not bad.
~8 on Sound because it was probably good, but I forgot it already so - yeah, pretty much.
~8 on Violence. Another mistake was that Ryu entered the MK Realm. Adding blood would've definately help with setting the enviornment, even if it be just for Scorpion. You don'y see fluffy clouds spewing from fighters when someone slices your face with an axe. Hmm
~9 with Humor (that and entertainment) because it's funny how Akuma helps out in the end...yeah....Akuma, helps....nope. I also found myself laughing at the whole serious mood. You can dislike me for flaming your story, but I just can't seem to hold a straight face with the whole "I promise you I'll return" thing happens. yeah right!
Aside from my personal distaste for this flash here, you did well. One day, I'm pretty sure you'll make something I like, and not for the slick sprites either. Keep up the good work and remember to stay Awesome!