Divine Beasts is the 202nd chapter of the One-Punch Man manga and part of the Ninjas Arc. Two guardian creatures serving God tear through the city, forcing an unlikely pairing of Blast and a freed Empty Void to beat them back and banish them.
Summary
Named Divine Beasts, the chapter turns loose Byakko and Genbu, a pair of sacred creatures that stand watch over the entity called God. The two rampage across the surrounding district, flattening entire city blocks in their path.
Key Events
Blast joins forces with Empty Void, who has been cut loose from God's control ever since Saitama knocked him out earlier. Together the two overwhelm the guardian beasts and drive them back into the realm they emerged from, ending the destruction. Garou appears in flashback.
Notes
The chapter's Japanese title is 神獣 (Shinju), and it published on April 24, 2025, with Saitama and Overgrown Rover sharing the cover. The earlier reworked counterpart is Chapter 202 (Retconned).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Punch Man Chapter 202 (Online) about?
Chapter 202 (Online), titled Divine Beasts, has the sacred creatures Byakko and Genbu, who serve the entity called God, rampage through the city and flatten entire blocks.
Who stops Byakko and Genbu in Chapter 202 (Online)?
Blast joins forces with Empty Void, freed from God's control after Saitama defeated him earlier, and together they drive the guardian beasts back into the realm they emerged from.
When was Chapter 202 (Online) released?
Chapter 202 (Online) published on April 24, 2025, with Saitama and Overgrown Rover sharing the cover.
Does Garou appear in Chapter 202 (Online)?
Yes, Garou appears in a flashback within Chapter 202 (Online).
Is there another version of Chapter 202?
Yes, the earlier reworked counterpart is Chapter 202 (Retconned).
Sources & Information
Looking for more on Chapter 202 (Online)? The One-Punch Man Wiki on Fandom has a dedicated page with community notes.
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