Appraisal is the 188th online chapter of One-Punch Man. Swordsmen puzzle over Sweet Mask's real nature, a new generation joins the Council of Swordmasters, and Atomic Samurai corners King at a sushi counter to put his legendary reputation to the test.
Summary
Swordsmen Iaian, Bushidrill, and Okamaitachi trade thoughts on who Sweet Mask truly is beneath his public image. Following the deaths of Amahare and Zanbai, their offspring Yuta and Shido step forward to take their places in the Council of Swordmasters.
Key Events
At the Hero Association headquarters, Saitama gives his thanks to Forte for building a shelter for Overgrown Rover and Black Sperm, while Genos insists that Forte clear out of the room and hand it over to him. Elsewhere, Atomic Samurai and his pupils cross paths with King at a Mouse Sushi restaurant, where the swordsman challenges the supposed powerhouse to a duel meant to size up his ability.
Notes
The chapter is titled Appraisal, or Neuchi, and belongs to the Neo Heroes Introduction Arc with Sweet Mask on its cover. VIZ Media releases it under the name Worth, and it draws in part from webcomic chapter 109. It follows The Butterfly and the Back and continues into Blade Test.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Did Saitama adopt Black Sperm in One-Punch Man?
Chapter 188 (Online), Appraisal, does not describe a formal adoption, but it shows Saitama thanking Forte for building a shelter for Overgrown Rover and Black Sperm. The scene confirms Saitama is looking after the two monster companions.
Who joins the Council of Swordmasters in Chapter 188 (Online)?
In Chapter 188 (Online), Appraisal, Yuta and Shido, the children of the deceased swordmasters Amahare and Zanbai, step forward to take their parents' places on the Council of Swordmasters.
What does Atomic Samurai do in Chapter 188 (Online)?
In Chapter 188 (Online), Appraisal, Atomic Samurai and his pupils cross paths with King at a restaurant called Mouse Sushi. Atomic Samurai challenges King to a duel meant to test his supposed powerhouse reputation.
Who is the cover character of Chapter 188 (Online)?
Sweet Mask appears on the cover of Chapter 188 (Online), Appraisal, which belongs to the Neo Heroes Introduction Arc.
What do the swordsmen discuss in Chapter 188 (Online)?
In Chapter 188 (Online), Appraisal, the swordsmen Iaian, Bushidrill, and Okamaitachi trade thoughts on who Sweet Mask truly is beneath his public image.
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