In anime, few characters rival the fame and strength of Dragon Ball’s Son Goku. However, One Punch Man’s Saitama has emerged as a formidable contender, challenging Goku’s position at the top of the power hierarchy.
Since the inception of the One Punch Man series, fans have engaged in fervent debates, power-scaling Saitama against Goku and arguing over who reigns supreme.
Despite Saitama’s incredible feats and undeniable accomplishments, some fans remained steadfast in their belief that Goku was superior.
ONE’s Vision of Saitama in One Punch Man Resolves Cape Baldy vs. Goku Comparisons
However, these debates have finally come to an end, thanks to a recent interview with the original creator of One Punch Man, ONE.
In the interview, ONE labeled Saitama as a “gag” character, shedding light on the unique nature of the series. One Punch Man presents a serious world grappling with monstrous threats, juxtaposed with the absurdity of Saitama’s existence and strength.
As a gag character, Saitama serves as a source of comic relief, defying the laws of physics and reality for the sake of humor. His overwhelming strength, achieved through mundane training methods, is not meant to be taken seriously and cannot be compared to the serious power progression of characters like Goku.
This revelation from ONE has put an end to the power-scaling comparisons between Saitama and Goku, clarifying that Saitama’s strength exists solely for comedic purposes. Despite his seemingly impossible feats, Saitama’s character is not grounded in the same reality as other Shonen protagonists.
The majority of One Punch Man fans have embraced this clarification from ONE, appreciating the unique role Saitama plays in the series.
While some fans may have resisted accepting Saitama’s status as a gag character, many welcome the opportunity to move beyond power-scaling debates and enjoy the series for its humor and absurdity.
Looking ahead, fans eagerly anticipate more of Saitama’s hilarious antics and hope that he continues to embrace his role as the ultimate gag hero.
With ONE’s statement putting the power-scaling arguments to rest, the focus can now shift to celebrating Saitama’s comedic genius and enjoying the absurdity of his adventures in the future of One Punch Man.
