Part three of One-Punch Man is one of the most anticipated anime returns expected in 2025. However, fans still have to wait a few more months before Saitama finally makes his appearance on screen. Instead, the return of this anime adaptation is not the only news capturing the attention of anime enthusiasts.
The manga series created by ONE, illustrated by Yusuke Murata, is currently undergoing significant changes and developments. However, these changes have not been entirely positive. The “rewind” has become a hot topic in the manga community, and fans have compiled a list of major alterations in the story due to Murata’s quest for perfection. While many elements have been improved, the core essence of the storyline has been disrupted.
For those who may not be familiar with the concept of “rewind” in One-Punch Man, Yusuke Murata frequently revisits previously published chapters to make adjustments. With the purpose of enhancing certain scenes to better fit the narrative, Murata often intervenes to ensure continuity in Saitama’s journey and his quest for genuine challenges that align with his “heroic” persona.
As the current Ninja Village arc progresses, the manga has executed several significant alterations concerning battles involving characters like Empty Void and Blast, which has left many fans feeling disappointed and labeling these changes as “completely excessive.”
The “rewind” Phenomenon of Yusuke Murata
In 2013, Yusuke Murata discussed the concept of rewinding and the reasons why it is deemed necessary in Saitama’s story: “One thing I want to say is that revising multiple times is essential to achieving a clear perspective and delivering the right narrative flow. Sensei ONE has given me many suggestions that can be conveyed through the story, characters, and dialogue to highlight the extraordinary potential of that guy.”
In discussions regarding rewinding, Murata delved deeper into reviewing previous chapters: “I will submit a draft for discussion, and when I see the completed product in the next issue, I always feel like, ‘It’s not entirely right’ or ‘I should do it this way.’ I regret it every week and feel like it is part of the job. Regret shouldn’t be the situation I want to be in. After submitting the draft, any edits I make are simply a way to reduce the regret I have regarding the work.”
Source: Comicbook
