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Scheme

Manga ChapterCh. 190

The one hundred ninetieth online chapter shifts focus to shifting loyalties, as a prominent hero defects, a supposedly dead monster resurfaces, and quiet maneuvering begins between the Hero Association and the rising Neo Heroes.

Release Date: August 10, 2023
Next Chapter: Chapter 191 (Online): Heroes
Main Characters (1): Saitama (cover)
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Summary

Child Emperor leaves the Hero Association behind and moves over to the Neo Heroes. In an unexpected twist, Mosquito Girl has survived and now earns a living at the House of Takoyaki. Zombieman calls at the same establishment to ask Dr. Genus about stripping away his limiter.

Elsewhere, Sneck receives orders to look into a monster blamed for killing an executive, but Child Emperor reports that the creature has already been dealt with. Sweet Mask and several executives turn their conversation toward the Neo Heroes, unaware that McCoy is quietly working alongside the new organization behind the scenes.

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Key Events

Child Emperor formally transfers his allegiance to the Neo Heroes. Mosquito Girl is confirmed alive and employed at the House of Takoyaki, where Zombieman approaches Dr. Genus about removing his limiter. Sneck is assigned to a monster case that Child Emperor claims is closed, and McCoy is revealed to be secretly cooperating with the Neo Heroes even as the Association discusses them.

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Notes

The chapter falls within the Neo Heroes Introduction Arc and adapts material drawn partially from webcomic chapters 107 and 110. Saitama appears only in mention, while several figures such as Axel, Webigaza, and Zaedats are shown as silhouettes. Saitama is featured on the cover.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens in One Punch Man Chapter 190, Scheme?

In Chapter 190, Scheme, Child Emperor defects from the Hero Association to the Neo Heroes, Mosquito Girl is revealed to be alive and working at the House of Takoyaki, and McCoy is shown secretly cooperating with the Neo Heroes while the Association discusses the new group.

Is Mosquito Girl really dead in One Punch Man?

No. Chapter 190 reveals that Mosquito Girl survived her earlier defeat and is now working at the House of Takoyaki restaurant.

Why does Zombieman visit the House of Takoyaki in Chapter 190?

Zombieman visits the House of Takoyaki to ask Dr. Genus about removing the limiter that restrains his own power.

Who is secretly working with the Neo Heroes in Chapter 190?

McCoy is revealed to be quietly cooperating with the Neo Heroes even as Sweet Mask and Hero Association executives discuss the new organization without knowing of his involvement.

What arc does the chapter Scheme belong to?

Scheme is part of the Neo Heroes Introduction Arc and adapts material from webcomic chapters 107 and 110, with Saitama appearing on the cover though only mentioned in the story.

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