Read One Punch Man Manga Chapter 74

One Punch Man Manga Chapter 74 Summary

The Rise of Bakuzan and Saitama’s Return

Gyoro Gyoro’s Surveillance and the Monster Association’s Plans

The chapter begins with Gyoro Gyoro, using spy drones to monitor the destruction across the cities. Reporting to Orochi, Gyoro Gyoro confirms that their objective of spreading fear among humans is already being achieved.

Meanwhile, Waganma is brought in as a hostage, strengthening the monsters’ leverage. Phoenix Man requests reinforcements since some monsters are being cornered by heroes, but Gyoro Gyoro coldly denies the plea, showing the Monster Association’s ruthless philosophy: only the strongest deserve to survive.

Gouketsu’s Power and Bakuzan’s Challenge

At the martial arts tournament, Gyoro Gyoro orders Gouketsu to regroup in Z-City, the meeting point of the Monster Association. However, the prideful Bakuzan refuses to follow orders.

Driven by ambition, Bakuzan challenges Gouketsu, but his strikes do nothing against the towering monster. Gouketsu casually dodges and retaliates with terrifying strength, nearly ending Bakuzan with a single blow. Instead of finishing him, Gouketsu issues a stern warning: taking on the Hero Association alone is reckless. With that, he departs, leaving Bakuzan shaken and humiliated.

Bakuzan’s Cruelty and Suiryu’s Desperation

Left alone in the stadium, Bakuzan reflects on the frightening fact that there are monsters far stronger than him. Consumed by anger, he turns his frustration toward Suiryu, who is still barely conscious after his earlier defeat.

Bakuzan reveals his true sadistic nature—his desire to torture the weak. He viciously breaks Suiryu’s legs, mocks his helplessness, and even demands that Suiryu lick his feet in exchange for mercy. Suiryu, refusing to surrender his dignity, defiantly injures himself instead.

Despite his pain, Suiryu cries out for a hero, desperately calling to the unconscious Sneck and Lightning Max, showing that even in despair, hope remains.

The Arrival of Saitama

Bakuzan prepares to stomp on the unconscious Sneck, eager to further torment Suiryu. But before his foot lands, a familiar figure steps in—Saitama.

With his calm yet imposing presence, Saitama interrupts the cruelty, finally answering Suiryu’s desperate cries. Suiryu looks on in awe as the hero he longed for stands ready to face Bakuzan.