The revamped version of the Ninja Village arc in One-Punch Man features significant deviations from the original storyline and introduces a unique ability that highlights the hidden potential of Saitama, a powerful character who remains the ultimate trump card against the Lord.
In the original version, Blast, Flashy Flash, and Speed-o’-Sound Sonic faced intense challenges as they battled the Empty Void, the Ninja Village’s leader, who had been taken over by the Lord and possessed immense power. Although the initial storyline was quite straightforward, the current iteration has evolved significantly.
In the final revamped version, Saitama appears and only delivers a single punch that obliterates the Empty Void deep underground. This moment marks a simple yet profound defeat, leaving behind a character that had caused considerable chaos during the earlier battles, but after that, an extraordinary event unfolded.
Saitama may possess a hidden ability to intervene in the Lord’s control
According to the developments in Chapter 202, two monstrous creatures related to the Lord, Byakko and Genbu, have emerged from above. When Blast charged into battle, an unexpected movement occurred from within the Empty Void, signaling the start of an assault by the two Divine Beasts of the Lord. Notably, the face of the Void had reappeared, revealing the visage of a human. Blast realized that a strange scenario had unfolded with Garou after being struck down by Saitama, and he was shocked to see the human face for the first time in many years.
However, Saitama’s punch not only caused devastating physical damage but also holds a potential hidden ability: breaking the control of the Lord against those who are lesser beings or subservient. Both Garou and the Empty Void, after being subjected to Saitama’s punch, lost their connection to the Lord, escaping the manipulation yet still facing the increased threat from the powerful attacks.
This opens up a unique potential where Saitama might be the key to reversing the transformation of monsters back into humans, a narrative theme that has been hinted at in several recent chapters. If Saitama’s punch truly has the ability to revert monsters back into humans, he would become a pivotal figure in the ongoing battle against the Lord.
Saitama’s newfound strength explains why the Lord is so focused on him
Previously, Saitama was referred to as “the one destined to confront the Lord,” a title suggesting an extraordinary power that cannot be underestimated. However, if Saitama indeed possesses the ability to break the barriers between the Lord and his underlings, his punch would certainly become the ultimate “destined blow” against the Lord.
Moreover, Saitama could be the only individual capable of striking the Lord with this unique strength. The ability to reverse the monster transformation could be a significant turning point in the battle, and if Saitama’s strength continues to grow, he may eventually earn the respect and reverence that has eluded him thus far.
