The 196th chapter turns to backstory, as Flashy Flash opens up about his and Speed-o'-Sound Sonic's shared origins in the Ninja Village and the graduation-day tragedy that left him the cause of nearly everyone's death.
Summary
Inside Hero Apartment 104, Flashy Flash starts recounting his own history and that of Speed-o'-Sound Sonic, both tied to their time at the Ninja Village. His account reaches the day of his graduation exam, when he became the one responsible for wiping out the entire village, leaving Sonic as the sole survivor.
Key Events
Flashy Flash begins telling the story of the Ninja Village and his connection to Sonic. He reveals that on the day of his graduation exam he caused the deaths of everyone in the village, with only Sonic left alive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in One Punch Man Chapter 196, Ninja Village?
In Chapter 196, Ninja Village, Flashy Flash begins telling the story of his and Speed-o'-Sound Sonic's shared past at the Ninja Village, revealing that he was responsible for wiping out the entire village during his graduation exam.
How are Flashy Flash and Speed-o'-Sound Sonic connected?
Flashy Flash and Sonic both trained at the Ninja Village, and Flashy Flash's account reveals that on the day of his graduation exam he caused the deaths of everyone there, leaving Sonic as the sole survivor.
Where does Flashy Flash tell his story in Chapter 196?
Flashy Flash recounts his history inside Hero Apartment 104.
Is Ninja Village the final version of Chapter 196?
Yes. Ninja Village is the current online release of Chapter 196, having replaced two earlier tellings, Chapter 196 (Retconned) and Chapter 196 (Retconned Version 2).
What arc does Chapter 196 belong to?
Ninja Village is part of the Ninjas Arc and adapts webcomic chapter 115, with Tatsumaki featured on the cover.
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