‘One Punch Man’ Season 2: Closer Look At Garou, August 12 Event Will Reveal More Details
It might be a long wait for One Punch Man Season 2, but fans now know that all those waiting will not be in vain. A few details have already surfaced confirming that the highly anticipated second season is underway. What's even more exciting is that the identity of one of the strong fighter Saitama will be facing next season has been revealed.
Saitama To Fight Garou
Fans of the manga series will be seeing a familiar face when One Punch Man Season 2 finally arrives. In the coming season, Saitama will be up against Garou.
The revelation of Garou as one of the powerful villains appearing next season was made during Tokyo's Anime Japan event. Actually, it won't be anime fans' first encounter with the villain since he was already introduced in Season 1 Episode 10. However, only his silhouette was shown along with his name since it was just a cameo appearance.
Garou's Skills & Abilities
Garou's master is Bang, a powerful S-Class hero ranked number 3 in the Hero Association. Known as Bang's best disciple, Garou is certainly a strong fighter not to be trifled with.
In addition, Garou is said to possess superhuman strength, speed, and reflexes. His body is extremely tough as well and, taking into account his immense stamina and endurance as well as super healing ability, he is surely one fighter to watch out for.
Over the years, Garou has mastered a number of fighting techniques such as the Whirlwind Iron Cutting Fist and Tanktop Tackle. However, his most powerful technique is the Water Stream Rock Smashing Fist, a technique taught by Bang and said to be powerful enough to defeat even S-Class fighters.
One Punch Man Season 2 Release Date
While it was already confirmed that it is indeed coming, there is no exact date for the One Punch Man Season 2 release date. The confirmation came from via a tweet from Ken Xyro who announced that the production of the second season is already in progress and that the release date will be later announced.
Fans are looking for additional One Punch Man Season 2 updates can look forward to an anime event slated this August 12, as announced on the show's social media page. Among the expected details to be announced during the said event is the revelation of Season 2's release date as well as the premiere of a new trailer for the upcoming season.