Baki the Grappler

Synopsis

From the moment of his birth, Baki Hanma has been raised in a world of combat, constantly developing his muscles and learning a wide array of martial arts techniques under the guidance of his mother, Emi Akezawa. His ultimate aim is to face and overcome his father, Yuujirou Hanma, who is known worldwide as the "Ogre" and is recognized as the most powerful being on the planet. Realizing that his mother's training methods have their limits, Baki sets out on his own quest to achieve supreme strength. Along this path, he searches for formidable opponents and builds deep, unbreakable connections with them, steadily sharpening both his physical abilities and his inner resolve as the time draws nearer for his showdown with his father.

Background

Grappler Baki (TV) adapts chapters 1-180 of the original manga.