Baki the Grappler

グラップラー刃牙

Grappler Baki

371 chapters

42 volumes

1991 – 1999

Beneath the famous Tokyo Dome lies Kourakuen, an underground arena where martial artists from many styles—from the delicate precision of kenpo to the raw power of boxing—compete. The arena follows only two rules: no weapons and no rewards, as fighters compete purely for honor and the chance to be remembered. Baki Hanma, a teenage grappler, aims to establish himself among Kourakuen's elite fighters, using a distinctive fighting style sharpened through intense and harsh training. Baki is the only known child of Yuujirou Hanma, a notorious criminal called the "Ogre," feared worldwide for his violent acts and brutal upbringing of Baki. This upbringing has left Baki scarred and full of resentment, fueling his drive to match his father's strength. Driven by a desire for vengeance, Baki faces some of the world's most formidable opponents. Will he achieve the strength needed to confront Yuujirou after experiencing both triumphant and devastating battles?