The original version of the 196th chapter reveals Empty Void as the leader of the Ninja Village, and a letter from Speed-o'-Sound Sonic pushes Blast, Flashy Flash, and Saitama toward a shared confrontation with him.
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Summary
Blast explains to Flashy Flash and Saitama who Empty Void is, identifying him as the one who leads the Ninja Village. A letter then arrives from Speed-o'-Sound Sonic, and the group resolves to face Empty Void as a united front. Flash goes on to meet with Sonic.
Key Events
Blast informs Flashy Flash and Saitama about Empty Void, the leader of the Ninja Village. A letter from Sonic prompts them to decide on confronting Empty Void together, and Flash meets with Sonic afterward.
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Notes
This is the original telling of the 196th chapter in the Ninjas Arc, adapting webcomic chapter 115 in part, with Flashy Flash on the cover. It was later replaced by Chapter 196 (Online) and also has a second reworking, Chapter 196 (Retconned Version 2). Notably, it is the first chapter in the series to place its title at the very end rather than on the cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in One-Punch Man Chapter 196 (Retconned)?
In this original telling of Chapter 196, Blast explains to Flashy Flash and Saitama that Empty Void leads the Ninja Village. A letter from Speed-o'-Sound Sonic then arrives, and the group resolves to confront Empty Void together, after which Flash goes to meet Sonic.
Who is Empty Void in Chapter 196 (Retconned)?
Empty Void is identified by Blast as the leader of the Ninja Village, the figure that Saitama, Flashy Flash, and Blast decide to confront as a group.
What arc does Chapter 196 (Retconned) belong to?
Chapter 196 (Retconned) is part of the Ninjas Arc and partially adapts webcomic chapter 115.
Why is this version of Chapter 196 called 'Retconned'?
It is the original version of the 196th chapter, later replaced by Chapter 196 (Online) and further reworked a second time in Chapter 196 (Retconned Version 2).
What is unique about how Chapter 196 (Retconned) displays its title?
It is the first chapter in the One-Punch Man series to place its title at the very end of the chapter instead of on the cover.
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