Ever since the last chapter came out, fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of One Punch Man chapter 199. Although the official release date has not been announced, the manga typically follows a biweekly release schedule. By analyzing the release pattern, fans can make an educated guess about the release date for the next chapter.
In the previous chapter, the Heavenly Ninja Party Tennin launched an attack on Flash and Sonic. Initially, the two ninjas planned to fight separately, but ultimately decided to team up against the Tennin. Later, Flash suggested that The Great One might be able to revert his monsterification.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the One Punch Man manga.
One Punch Man chapter 199: Expected release date explored
Saitama as seen in the anime One Punch Man (Image via Madhouse)
Yusuke Murata's manga One Punch Man is released with a new chapter every two weeks. Therefore, based on this schedule, One Punch Man chapter 199 is anticipated to be available on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at midnight JST.
The manga has not officially announced the release date for the next chapter, and with the year coming to a close, there may be a break in the magazine. However, fans can rest assured as the illustrator, Yusuke Murata, will inform them of any changes to the release schedule through his X account, @NEBU_KURO.
Given that about two weeks remain for the manga chapter to be released, fans must keep an eye on the manga creator's X account.
Where to read One Punch Man chapter 199?
Here's a glimpse of Flash and Sonic as they appear in the pages of the One Punch Man manga (Image via Shueisha).
The upcoming One Punch Man chapter 199 is set to make its debut on Shueisha's Tonari no Young Jump website. While the website offers access to the manga for readers worldwide, it's worth noting that the chapter will be exclusively available in Japanese with no language switch option. As a result, many fans across the globe may need to await the availability of fan translations online.
Recap of One Punch Man chapter 198
VIZ Media offers the official translations for the manga series, with chapters typically being released about a week after the Japanese version. These chapters can be accessed on VIZ Media's website or through the Shonen Jump mobile application.
Sonic from One Punch Man manga (Image via Shueisha)
In the One Punch Man chapter 198, titled Habit, Flashy Flash and Speed-o'-Sound Sonic faced off against the Tennin. Sonic was convinced that the Tennin would see Flash as the weaker adversary and target him. However, the ninjas ended up attacking Sonic instead.
What to expect from One Punch Man chapter 199?
Meanwhile, Flame and Wind launched an attack on Flash in an attempt to capture him. Despite their efforts, Flash was able to ensnare both of them, with the hope of using them as specimens in his mission to reverse the process of monsterification. His ultimate goal was to undo the monsterification inflicted by the Great One.
The image above shows Blast as seen in the One Punch Man manga (Image via Shueisha).
In chapter 199 of One Punch Man, the focus may shift from Flash and Sonic to Saitama and Blast. The two heroes have gone to The Great One's location in the hope of encountering their former partner. This potential meeting could finally reveal the appearance of The Great One after his transformation into a monster.
Furthermore, fans can anticipate humorous reactions from Saitama, as he and The Great One are unfamiliar with each other. However, Saitama unexpectedly arrives at the scene during The Great One's fateful reunion with his former partner Blast.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan of One Punch Man, I am eagerly anticipating the release of chapter 199. The previous chapter left us with an intense battle between Flash and Sonic against the Heavenly Ninja Party Tennin, and I can't wait to see how it unfolds. The dynamic between these characters is always entertaining, and I'm curious to see if they will be able to overcome their differences and work together effectively.
The potential meeting between Saitama and Blast is another exciting aspect of the upcoming chapter. Blast is a mysterious character who has been mentioned throughout the series but has yet to make a physical appearance. The prospect of Saitama encountering him and The Great One at the same time is intriguing, and I can't wait to see how their interactions play out. Overall, I have high expectations for One Punch Man chapter 199 and believe it will deliver the action, humor, and surprises that fans have come to love about the series.