ORGANISM LIMITS
Well, this is a surprise.
I never expected Zombieman to be a test subject from the House of Evolution.
I have many memories of Sample No. 66.
You were an excellent specimen and my only success
in my immortality experiments.
But then, you destroyed the lab and disappeared.
That was over ten years ago.
And now, you've become a hero.
You actually managed to change yourself.
So you're going to kill me? That's fine too.
Why did the House of Evolution disappear?
You can rebuild it as many times as you want, as long as you're alive.
Answer me, Dr. Genus!
My research was a failure.
I witnessed a power that far surpassed artificial evolution.
He removed his limiter.
Limiter?
No matter how much an organism strives
there are limits to its growth.
An overabundance of strength is a burden to its bearer
and can cause malfunctions.
Or they may become a monster who has lost all humanity
and rage out of control.
For that reason
God has designed each creature to grow within parameters
that allow for survival and the preservation of reason.
And that is what a limiter is.
But he was different.
By pushing himself beyond his boundaries
he removed his limiter and obtained unfathomable strength.
Is strength without a limiter something one can gain without any cost?
Of course not, he paid a price.
In exchange for his strength, he went bald.
He also suffers from the loneliness that comes with such overwhelming power.
After defeating the strongest warrior in my lab’s history with a single punch
the look on his face said it all.
Ridiculous.
Sounds like the only malfunction caused
by your bizarre research was in your own head.
I have seen many monsters who've ignored the limits of their abilities.
Most likely this is far beyond...
...what you’re imagining.
The triggers for becoming a monster vary.
A spiraling obsession or
an inferiority complex leading to a desire to transform
or an explosion of pent-up frustration.
The causes may vary
but in every case their cells suffer abnormalities
and they became mutated creatures.
Others, like those born from my research
were deliberately created through scientific means.
Many non-human creatures mutate into monstrous forms
due to environmental pollution or other factors.
But that is simply becoming another species.
It is not the same as breaking the limiter.
The Clan of the Seafolk who attacked City J
and the aliens that appeared in City A
can be broadly classified as monsters.
But they were always creatures like that from the start
and natural enemies of mankind with an intelligence of their own.
Heroes possess the great power to confront and fight against them.
Those heroes are born with the potential to become strong
and they cultivated it through effort and talent.
Some have undergone cybernetic enhancements
or have acquired special abilities through human experimentation, like you.
Some are born as extraordinary geniuses like me
or gifted with unique abilities.
But he was different.
Born ordinary, lived an ordinary life, and possessed no special talent.
He was just a regular person.
But through sheer effort alone he forced open the door to his limits
and shattered his limiter.
The strength of someone who has removed their limiter
and undergone self-evolution is truly remarkable...
Just thinking about it now makes me laugh
at how absurd my own ambitions were.
One day, you may have a chance to meet him too.
Apparently, he's also a hero.
Do you have any more questions?
So why takoyaki?
While researching human regeneration
I found a way to endlessly regenerate octopus legs.
I see.
I can beat these guys.
They're nothing compared to the old geezer.
I can't believe a human could go this far.
It's two against one. You must be pretty strong.
I was gonna toy with you a bit, but forget it.
Let's finish this...
The real fight starts now.
I've figured out all your moves.
You'll never hit me again.
- Old dude... - Hm?
- Oh. - Huh?
Old dude... Sorry...
Hedro-Jellyfish, what brings you here?
I've got a personal grudge with that guy.
That bastard...
Hey! That damn brat's got nothing to do with this!
Oh my.
Hey!
Weren't the orders not to kill him?
You should've stopped me sooner, Insect God.
Too late now, he's dead.
Phew... Come on, let's all get out of here.
BLEEP BLEEP
WHACK BLIP BLOP
Why did he want to watch me play a game?
What's he up to?
So I cleared the game.
So? You happy now?
Is it over already?
I didn't understand it at all.
So it's still too soon for me to join the simulated battles
that Master Saitama and King usually play.
I need to level up more.
So many things I need to work on.
It's getting late.
You won't find Garou just by searching blindly.
He's most likely holed up with the monsters at their hideout.
Master's resolve seemed unshakable.
Until he discovers and destroys the Monster Association's base
he might not return.
Saitama is strong but with that personality
I'm a little worried.
If he were to fall into the monsters' trap by chance...
I'm home!
It's Master!
He came back like it was nothing.
Were you successful?
Geez...
Phew...
Man, that was a disaster...
What a mess I got into.
- What?! - What?!
Don't tell me you really found Garou?
What? You guys are still here?
It's too cramped in here.
Master! There is blood on you. Is it from the Hero Hunter?
No, I ran into a monster on my way home.
Was it from the Monster Association?
No, there are always monsters around here.
Who knows why?
Anyway, that's not the problem at all.
What happened that was so disastrous?
You were all fired up when you left.
Who did what to you?
The thing is...
I dropped my wallet somewhere.
It had about 6,000 yen inside.
That's all? I thought you had a run in with Garou.
Oh no! Now that you mention it.
Yeah, what happened?
Th-That dine-and-dasher!
You know who it is?
When I was chasing him...
The napa cabbage I bought! I left it in a family restaurant!
Oh no. I'll go recover it.
No, Genos. You cannot with those injuries.
All this over napa cabbage?
Sounds like you're all having fun.
You're back again, Hellish Blizzard? What do you want this time?
Saitama... How dare you.
Is... Is that the napa cabbage? Why does Blizzard have it?
Here, you forgot this.
Yay, you saved the day!
I feel like having hot pot tonight.
And what's a hot pot without napa cabbage!
Don't you have anything else to say to me?
Huh? Thanks for the napa cabbage.
No! Apologize for sticking me with the bill at the restaurant!
Oh yeah, forgot about that. S-Sorry.
You even left in the middle of our conversation again!
Huh? Were we talking about something?
See, I knew you weren't listening!
Anyway, you owe me one. Don't you forget it!
She knows she's not in our league.
Why does she keep coming around?
Does she also want to become Master's disciple?
It'd be a hassle if Master's workload increases.
I must prevent that at all costs.
High-speed approach detected.
Something is coming!
Damn it.
With these injuries, I won't be able to fight properly.
Bang and his brother are injured.
Blizzard likely wouldn't stand a chance if the enemy is Demon level or above.
Master has suffered serious psychological damage from losing his wallet.
The only one who can fight right now is...
King! An enemy approaches, go outside and intercept it.
Huh?
- We cannot allow a fight in here. - Why not?
- Just go outside! - Wait, there's no need to push.
Let's calm down. What's going on?
Don't worry. There's only one enemy.
But why?!
What's going on, Genos?
A monster has come, but I asked King to take care of it.
Uh-oh...
It was right outside the front door.
You have a visitor.
What the...? King! Why would you invite it in?
No, wait. Looks like you've been badly damaged again.
You mustn't push yourself.
It's me, Genos.
Dr. Kuseno!
You know him? What a relief.
Why are you here?
I was worried about you.
Soon after I repaired you, I received another distress signal.
So I wanted to personally check in on you and see what's going on.
I'm sorry to worry you.
I said I wouldn't lose again, and yet...
I'm surprised.
I had improved your systems and firepower considerably...
Well, don't worry about it.
Your life is more important than winning.
So what happened to the enemy that damaged you so badly?
As usual, Master Saitama defeated it...
I see... So you must be...
Genos's master, Saitama.
I've always wanted to meet you...
Mind taking your shoes off?
Oh! So sorry!
ONE-PUNCH MAN
I am Kuseno.
I used to be just a humble mechanical engineer
but due to circumstances, I now support Genos in his pursuit of justice.
I'm Saitama. Nice to meet you.
I see...
It warms my heart that Genos has found such a respectable mentor.
When Genos and I first met...
- He came to pick you up Genos! - we had no allies at all.
- It's cramped in here, so let's wrap! - We wandered through the darkness...
- Later, Kuseno! - We battled evil...
Doctor, please summarize in 20 characters or less.
Oh, come on. Don't say that.
Since I knew that I would be visiting Saitama's place
I brought a little something.
Is it some kind of enhancement part for Master?
Hey, I'm human, you know...
The ultimate premium deluxe beef gift set.
Top quality.
Think of it as a token of gratitude for taking care of Genos.
Will you please accept it?
Oh? Fancy meat, huh...
I haven't had meat in ages...
Kuseno...
...I mean, Dr. Kuseno.
As Genos's mentors, I'm sure we have a lot to talk about.
Please feel free to drop by anytime you like!
What a sucker. That was too easy.
Now I feel silly for thinking it'd be hard to recruit him.
Okay, let's put this in the hot pot too.
I'll go chop the vegetables.
You're going to use that premium beef for a hot pot?
What a waste.
Do you have any red wine here?
Hm? Of course not.
Oh!
You're not thinking of staying for dinner, are you?
If you have no business here, it's time to leave.
Come on, King, old guys, go on home!
We had a little chat with Garou.
And he failed the test.
Well actually, in the heat of the moment, we killed him.
We said we just wanted to talk, but then he suddenly attacked us!
How despicable, right, Insect God?
Are those worthless lies all you've got?
Tell me what really happened.
He was just some half-assed guy calling himself a monster.
He could turn on us at any moment, depending on the situation.
So what?
You got a problem because we took care of him on our own?
No complaints. I'm glad you both went.
You two seem pretty beaten up. Was he strong?
That lean body of his packed way more power than I expected
and took me off guard.
Now I know why you sent the two of us.
So is he really dead?
We didn't double-check, but I'm pretty sure he is.
It's because Insect God was slow to stop me.
You wanted to kill him from the start!
Old dude...
So, what's with the kid?
He saw us, so we brought him in.
What are you laughing about?
Get rid of him immediately.
Come on, don't get so mad.
I brought him so I can take my time tormenting him later.
I gotta let off steam
or I'll end up impulsively slashing someone here again.
There's no time left for playing around.
A Hero Association surveillance robot was spotted right near our hideout.
They'll pinpoint this location in less than a day.
That means the Class-S heroes we've all been waiting for
will finally be sent our way.
And they're formidable opponents.
Everyone, prepare for battle!
Is it true it was an easy win?
Yeah, Gyoro-Gyoro picks opponents based on compatibility.
Compatibility, my ass!
Cowering in front of mere humans!?
Strong monsters like me will take 'em down in a head-on clash.
Pathetic!
If that story is true, then I should be able to become one too...
The Monster King Phoenix Man!
Listen up, you guys.
I want one kill from each of you.
Put your life on the line!
And the credit will be all mine!
Didn't you hear? No killing fellow monsters.
You pseudo-monsters have no right to defy us real monsters.
Know your place!
Malong Hair, you're so powerful!
Are you threat level Demon?
Like a tiger with wings and chestnut long hair.
Straightening my hair gave me power. That is what created Malong Hair.
Wow, so you monsterized by doing proper hair care?
Hey Nyaan, when Puri-Puri Prisoner shows up let us take care of him.
Yeah, sounds good.
We're strong enough now to get back at him.
I won't be happy until I kill that guy with my own hands.
Very well. Do as you please and go wild.
The only real top-tier fighter in the Hero Association is Flashy Flash.
All the rest are just small fry.
There are people with supernatural powers and robots on their side.
Robots are irrelevant.
No machine could ever keep up with a ninja's speed.
What about the supernatural powers?
We'll kill them so quickly that they won't be able to activate their powers.
You're G5, right?
What's that? Did you steal that from somewhere?
It's a little something I picked up for my own interests.
I plan to take it apart and analyze it in detail.
Metal Knight is in pieces?!
It's a valuable sample.
If you'll excuse me.
Waganma, I brought you a friend.
Who are you? I'm Tareo.
Were you captured by the monsters, too?
Umm...Waganma?
Yeah. Hey, is it nighttime already?
Y-Yeah.
You got any food?
I have candy. I only have one piece, but if you want it...
Anything else?
S-Sorry, no.
Damn, you're useless.
So...what's gonna happen to us?
Those monsters sure are dumb.
What?
I mean, of all people, they kidnapped me!
My dad's a big shot in the Hero Association.
Really?
Yeah, I'm sure the Hero Association won't sit back.
They'll come and save me right away.
Maybe I'll have them rescue you too, while they're at it.
- Really? - I'll ask the heroes for you.
Yes, please!
- Then from now on, you work for me. - Huh?
You gotta problem?
You wanna be rescued, right?
Uh-huh.
I wanna go home.
What are you two talking about?
Yikes! A monster!
Sorry, but you two are never going home.
What a shame.
If you don't let me go home right now
the heroes are gonna come!
You're all gonna die. The heroes and your dad too.
All because they came to save you. Everyone will die!
Class-S heroes are coming, you know!
You guys are going to get your butts kicked!
Yeah, Metal Bat alone could take all of you out.
I know. I saw him up close. It'll be a piece of cake for him.
Yeah, sure thing. Ohh, I'm so scared of Metal Bat.
Um...Waganma... I saw on the news...
All of 'em... Lightning Genji, Heavy Kong, Metal Bat...
And also Metal Knight... just a while ago were...
So? The Hero Association has Tornado and Blast too.
Oh yeah, and there's King too!
How do you like that?
I bet just hearing that name scares you!
Hey, kid. Do you even know why the Monster Association was created?
To wipe every last one of those pests off the map.
We knew from the start that the Class-S heroes are insanely strong.
But I'm still telling you.
Every last hero will die.
We've got crazy monsters far more dangerous
than the Class-S heroes.
Especially our top monsters, who are threat level Dragon.
Possessing miraculous strength....
They're like God's own works of art!
Humans don't stand a chance against them.
Even King will die.
COUNTERATTACK SIGNAL