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"All it takes is one punch."
One-Punch Man - Episode Highlights
Episode Highlights
The Strongest Man
The series opener introduces Saitama's daily life and his effortless defeat of Vaccine Man. It features a dream sequence where Saitama fights the Subterraneans, showing the only time he feels truly alive.
Sets the tone of the series as a subversion of the action genre and establishes Saitama's internal conflict: boredom.
Unyielding Justice
While multiple S-Class heroes fail against the Deep Sea King, the low-rank Mumen Rider stands his ground to protect the crowd, even as he is brutally beaten.
A pivotal shift where the series moves from parody to a deep exploration of what it means to be a hero.
The Strongest Hero
The final battle against Lord Boros, the only opponent to survive more than one punch. Saitama uses his 'Serious Punch' to deflect a planet-destroying beam.
Considered a masterpiece of animation, this episode highlights the tragedy of Boros—a reflection of Saitama—and confirms Saitama's isolation at the top.
The Strongest's Resistance
Elder Centipede, a disaster-level dragon monster, ravages the city. After Genos and Bang fail to stop it, Saitama ends the threat instantly with a Serious Punch.
Demonstrates the massive power gap that still exists despite the growth of other characters, and sets the stage for the Monster Association war.
Motley Heroes
The Hero Association begins its raid on the Monster Association headquarters. This episode focuses on the lower-ranked heroes proving their worth in the shadow of the S-Class.
Expands the world-building by showing the collaborative effort of the Hero Association and the tactical depth of the monster invasion.