"Divine Retribution" (神罰, Shinbatsu, Tonari: 201) is the 156th chapter of the One-Punch Man manga series.
Short Summary[]
Flashy Flash is overwhelmed and defeated by Platinum Sperm, while Garou ultimately triumphs over Platinum Sperm. Meanwhile, Tatsumaki confronts "God". Blast arrives, instructing King to protect Tatsumaki before teleporting away as Sage Centipede emerges, declaring destruction alongside Evil Ocean Water. Garou then attacks Sage Centipede.
Long Summary[]
The clash between Garou, Flashy Flash, and Platinum Sperm intensifies. Flashy Flash, increasingly overwhelmed, is astonished that in just one day he has faced four individuals who exceed his previously unmatched speed. Despite his desperate attempts to outmaneuver Garou and Platinum Sperm, he ultimately falls to the latter. The remaining fighters continue their rapid exchange of blows, trading a flurry of attacks in just 1.3 milliseconds, until Garou manages to slam Platinum Sperm into the ground. As Platinum Sperm quickly rises and taunts Garou, he is ultimately defeated by the Hero Hunter, who effortlessly passes through him, delivering a fatal blow that causes him to explode to bits.
Meanwhile, Tatsumaki perceives "God" before her, who is mimicking Blast's appearance to entice her into accepting its powers. Recalling Blast's warning not to expect a savior, Tatsumaki realizes the figure is not Blast and inquires about its identity. Unable to deceive her, "God" departs in frustration. Soon after, Blast arrives using his teleportation ability, expressing concern for Tatsumaki and surprised by her resilience against "it." As Blast acknowledges Tatsumaki's growth, she smiles with her eyes closed. King, standing nearby, is taken aback by Blast’s sudden appearance. Saitama, carrying an injured Puri-Puri Prisoner, approaches and also recognizes Blast, calling his name. King and Genos are astonished to see the top-ranked S-Class hero. Blast tells them he was battling "that thing" elsewhere and instructs King to protect Tatsumaki, stating he must provide backup. Confused by this, King watches as Blast steps through a portal revealing multiple figures on the other side, asserting that he is not fighting alone before teleporting away.
Suddenly, a massive earthquake shakes the ground, revealing Sage Centipede emerging from the deep hole where Tatsumaki previously attacked Orochi. Sage Centipede proclaims it was sent to annihilate the "abominable fist" opposing "God," declaring itself the "Incarnation of Father Earth." As it gazes toward the sea, Evil Natural Water, now known as Evil Ocean Water, begins to rise. Sage Centipede refers to Evil Ocean Water as the "Incarnation of Mother Ocean," stating they will bring total destruction together. In an instant, Garou leaps toward Sage Centipede and strikes it on the head.
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Trivia[]
- When this chapter was released online on January 14, 2022, it only had 45 pages due to a mistake in the page number.[1] Murata later added the missing pages on January 17, 2022, making a total of 49 pages.[2]