Index of One Punch Man: Breaking Down the Details of The Series

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If you are into anime, you must have heard about the series “One Punch Man.” This is one of the greatest superhero anime series ever made.

One-Punch Man is a superhero anime franchise created by the artist ONE. It tells the story of Saitama, a powerful superhero who can defeat any opponent with just a single punch. He is in search of a worthy opponent who can challenge him for a fight. Throughout the series, you will witness his overwhelming strength and some iconic fight moments.

The anime adaptation of the manga was produced by Madhouse and it was first aired in Japan in 2015. After a long gap in 2019, a second season was produced by J.C.Staff.

This is an entertaining anime series that will humour you with the story of Saitama, a superhero with an existential crisis. Although Saitama is an all-powerful character, you will still want to sympathize with him as he struggles to figure out his issues. But thanks to his larger-than-life punches that help him defeat monsters and other opponents. Usually, his confrontations with his opponents lead to some hilarious moments. This is what makes the series more fun to watch.

This light-hearted comedy series will surely win your heart once you start watching it. If you want to know more about the series, give this article a read. 

What is the plot of One Punch Man?

One-Punch Man is based on a popular Japanese webcomic. The story revolves around a superhero named Saitama. The series shows how boring and mundane life can get for a powerful superhero. 

On a supercontinent Earth, powerful villains and monsters have caused havoc in the cities. To fight these monsters, the millionaire Agoni forms the Hero Association to employ superheroes to fight evil. Saitama, the main hero of the series is hailed from City Z and performs heroic deeds out of passion. 

Saitama has trained himself to become so powerful that he can easily defeat any opponent with just a single punch. But his overwhelming strength has left him with a sense of boredom as he is unable to find a challenging opponent.

Saitama becomes a mentor to Genos, a cyborg seeking revenge against another cyborg who destroyed his hometown and killed his family. They both join the Hero Association. But due to poor grades in the entry exam, Saitama is given a low-entry rank.

The Hero Association calls all the top heroes to inform them that the world is in danger. Soon after, an alien named Boros attacks the planet. The heroes bravely fight outside Boros’s ship, while Saitama fights Boros, who survives more than one punch from Saitama. 

The monster has formed its Monster Association to destroy the Hero Association. They attack various cities, recruit fighters by causing them to mutate with “monster cells”, and kidnaps the child Hero Association’s executive.

Garo forms a strong bond with a child who idolizes heroes. He greatly improves his fighting abilities. Seeing this, the Monster Association wants to recruit Garo. But he refuses which leads to the kidnap of the child. Garo enters the headquarters of the Monster Association in City Z to rescue the child. But unfortunately, he is captured. 

The Hero Association reaches the headquarters to save Garo and the executives’ child which leads to a chaotic battle between the two groups. City Z is destroyed and the majority of the Monster Association’s leaders are killed. At the same time, many of the overconfident heroes are also defeated.

Garo defeats the remaining heroes before he is defeated by Saitama. However, Saitama spares Garo’s life, despite the objection of the other heroes. The poor performance of the Hero Association causes several heroes to retire.

The Cast of One Punch Man

The voice actors of One Punch Man have done great justice to the characters. Here is the list of the voice actors who have brought the characters of One Punch Man to life.

  • Makoto Furukawa as Saitama
  • Kaito Ishikawa as Genos
  • Aoi Yuki as Senritsu no Tatsumaki
  • Kenjiro Suda as Atomic Samurai 
  • Hiroki Yasumoto as King
  • Mamoru Miyano as Amai Mask 
  • Kazuhiro Yamaji as Silver Fang

Is One-Punch Man Rated R?

The “One-Punch Man” anime series is generally not rated as “R” (Restricted) in most regions. It is primarily targeted towards a teenage and adult audience, but it doesn’t typically contain content that would warrant an “R” rating. 

The show does feature some scenes with moderate violence, but it is often presented in a comedic or exaggerated manner. While there are occasional instances of blood and intense action, it is not excessively graphic or gory. 

The overall tone of the series combines superhero action with satire and humor, which makes it accessible to a broader audience. However, it’s worth noting that the specific content rating may vary slightly depending on the country or platform where you are watching it.

Will there be One-Punch Man 3?

The renewal of One Punch Man 3 was confirmed last year in August. This was around three years after the last season of the show aired, so it’s safe to say that the audience is pretty elated about the progress.

The news came out on the show’s official Twitter account, so we’d recommend that you follow them there to keep up with all the latest updates regarding the show’s releases in the future.

Index of One Punch Man Season 1 & 2 [All Episodes] 

As of now, One Punch Man has two seasons consisting of 12 episodes each. You can watch all the 24 episodes of the series on Netflix. Here are the details of the episodes.

Season 1

Episode 1: The Strongest Man

Episode 2: The Lone Cyborg

Episode 3: The Obsessive Scientist

Episode 4: The Modern Ninja 

Episode 5: The Ultimate Master

Episode 6: The Terrifying City

Episode 7: The Supreme Pupil

Episode 8: The Deep Sea King

Episode 9: Unyielding Justice

Episode 10: Unparalleled Peril

Episode 11: The Dominator of the Universe

Episode 12: The Strongest Hero

Season 2

Episode 1: Return of the Hero

Episode 2: The Human Monster

Episode 3: The Hunt Begins

Episode 4: The Metal Bat

Episode 5: The Martial Arts Tournament

Episode 6: The Monster Uprising

Episode 7: The Class S Heroes

Episode 8: The Resistance of the Strong

Episode 9: The Troubles of the Strongest

Episode 10: Justice Under Siege 

Episode 11: The Varieties of Pride

Episode 12: The Wiping of the Disciple’s Butt

Why Is One Punch Man So Popular?

When it comes to anime series, one of the most common complaints that people have is regarding the plot being too unrealistic. Well, that’s not something you’d have to worry about with One Punch Man. Not only is the plot realistic, but it also focuses on the humor and comedic side of things where the protagonist isn’t too serious about things.

This might sound bad when it is said that way but the truth is that people often seek anime series that are easy to watch and are light-hearted without too much complexities in them.

One Punch Man manages to capture that essence in the show pretty well, which is why people are so attuned to the show.

Conclusion

One-Punch Man is a hilarious, superhero anime. Unlike other superheroes, Saitama is a bald, thin man with an existential crisis. The series has got a unique storyline and is a must-watch for every anime lover.

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FAQs

1. When was One Punch Man released?

One-Punch Man was first aired in 2015. Since then it has gained a huge fan following who cannot wait to get more of this hilarious anime.

2. Is One Punch Man an anime?

One-Punch Man is a Japanese anime series based on the webcomic created by the artist One. Its manga adaptation is illustrated by Yusuke Murata.

3. What’s the secret behind Saitama’s power?

Saitama trained so hard that he became the strongest man in the world. After years of hardcore training, he can reach a point where he can defeat any opponent with just one punch.

4. What is the storyline of One-Punch Man?

If you haven’t yet watched One-Punch Man and plan to do so, knowing a quick synopsis of the plot could be a good idea. One-Punch Man follows the life of Saitama, who is a powerful hero that has the potential to take down all the monsters and villains in the show.

5. How many series of One-Punch Man is there?

One-Punch Man has two successful seasons released already that you can watch from the start till the end. However, with how engaging the plotline is, it isn’t surprising that the audience is currently awaiting the release of season 3.

6. Why did Saitama become a hero?

The creators of the show say that Saitama became a hero for “fun.” However, if we reel back three years before the start of the show, it showcases how Saitama defeated an evil villain to save a kid, furthering his superpowers in the process.

7. Is One Punch Man worth it?

If you like anime and manga, One Punch Man is an anime show you won’t regret watching. Just after the release of two seasons, the show has managed to capture the attention of the audience, who is currently awaiting the release of the third season.

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