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2 / 2- 82EP 82filler
Kenshiro Recalls the Self-Proclaimed Holy Emperor Souther Before Storyline Continues
Jul 31, 1986Kenshiro reflects on his memories of Souther, who is identified as the self-proclaimed Holy Emperor of Nanto Seiken. This narrative segment serves as a transitional point in the series, occurring immediately prior to the resumption of the main storyline. The content focuses on Kenshiro's recollection of this specific character and his title, marking the conclusion of the current narrative block before the plot progresses further.
- 83EP 83
The Final Chapter: Raoh Must Die! The Legend Turns to Terror!!
Aug 7, 1986Kenshiro, Bat, and Lin travel to a village controlled by Bugal, a devotee of Ken-Oh who hoards the water supply due to an obsession with cleanliness. Kenshiro defeats Bugal and liberates the settlement from his tyrannical grip. Despite this victory, the villagers warn Kenshiro that the threat is not over, as Raoh still exists as the powerful and dangerous Ken-Oh. The group remains aware that the ultimate confrontation with the tyrant is still pending, highlighting the ongoing peril they face in their journey.
- 84EP 84
The South Star Strikes Back! The Wind Brigade Protects the Last General of the South Star!!
Aug 14, 1986Rihaku, leader of the Nanto Five Chariot Stars, commands Hyui and his Wind Brigade to attack Ken-Oh's outposts. Kenshiro infiltrates an enlistment group led by the cowardly David, who utilizes Glenn the Killer Machine, a man he raised solely for combat. After Kenshiro defeats Glenn, the machine renounces his violent path, but David betrays him and orders his execution. As David and his followers attempt to escape Kenshiro, they are ambushed and slaughtered by Hyui and the Wind Brigade.
- 85EP 85
Hyui challenges Kenshiro in a spar before confronting Ken-Oh in a fatal war campaign.
Aug 21, 1986Hyui of the Wind initiates a sparring match against Kenshiro but is defeated and departs while injured. Meanwhile, in the capital of the South Star, the enigmatic Last General of Nanto readies himself to resist Ken-Oh. Hyui subsequently launches a military offensive against Ken-Oh and his forces, successfully drawing him out for a direct confrontation. However, Hyui proves no match for Ken-Oh and is killed instantly with a single blow. Following this defeat, Hyui’s brother Shion travels to the capital of the South Star to deliver the grim news of Hyui’s death to the remaining leaders.
- 86EP 86
Shuren Vows Revenge After Brother's Death While Morgan Faces Kenshiro
Aug 28, 1986Upon learning of his brother Hyui’s death, Shuren vows vengeance and burns his castle, leaving his Crimson Army homeless. Concurrently, Morgan, chief of Ken-Oh’s vanguard force known for poor driving, destroys Bat’s buggy after Bat passes him on the trail. Kenshiro tracks Morgan to the town under his brutal rule, defeating his men before confronting Morgan himself. As Morgan attempts to flee, his vehicle crashes due to earlier sabotage by Bat. Meanwhile, Shuren’s forces launch an attack on Ken-Oh’s vanguard using flaming arrows, escalating the conflict in the region.
- 87EP 87
Five Chariot Stars in Danger! Raoh Has Finally Pierced Through the Flames!!
Sep 4, 1986Shuren leads an assault on Ken-Oh's vanguard and prepares to confront Ken-Oh directly. Simultaneously, Kenshiro, Bat, and Lin reach a new town where they rescue a gentle giant named Fudo from Ken-Oh's thugs, earning his friendship. Shuren engages Ken-Oh using his Passionate Flame Fist but is defeated. He then unleashes his ultimate technique, engulfing himself in flames to sacrifice his life in an attempt to defeat Ken-Oh. This effort ultimately fails. Meanwhile, the group continues their journey, now joined by Fudo, who is noted to have star-shaped tattoos on his arm.
- 88EP 88
The Five Chariot Stars Approach Kenshiro! Who Are You, Fudo?!
Sep 11, 1986Ken-Oh's forces destroy Shuren's Flame Brigade while Kenshiro and his companions reach a town where Fudo is revealed as one of the Five Chariot Stars. Fudo secretly learns of Hyui and Shuren's deaths before Ken fights bandits led by Gokure. Ken defeats all but Gokure and three others, who combine their Taizan-ryū Shisoku Ken style but lose easily. Fudo identifies himself as Fudo of the Mountains and states he must take Ken to the Last General of the Six Sacred Fists of Nanto. Meanwhile, Juza of the Clouds receives a request from Rihaku to stop Ken-Oh's advance, though he remains uninterested in joining the conflict.
- 89EP 89
Approaching Crisis: Destiny Awaits at the South Star Capital
Sep 25, 1986Kenshiro agrees to travel south with Fudo. Meanwhile, bandit leader Dalko captures several women but is killed by Juza, who then takes the women with him. Elsewhere, Ken and his friends encounter a group of bandits impersonating Ken-Oh's men, resulting in only a brief delay. At Juza's castle, Rihaku's agents attempt to persuade Juza to join the Last General's cause.
- 90EP 90
Juza of the Clouds Defends Against Ken-Oh's Advance While Rejecting Gelza
Oct 16, 1986Ken-Oh's forces locate the South Star capital under Rihaku's command and prepare to march south, facing only Juza as an obstacle. Rihaku's agents attempt to recruit Juza again, but he prefers relaxing in his pool with women. Fudo learns of the movement but is only briefly delayed by Yakobu's Lance Squadron on the road to South Star. Juza reflects on his past love for Yuria, discovering she is his half-sister. His thoughts are interrupted when the bandit Gelza arrives at Juza's castle to reclaim women he claims are his. Juza defeats Gelza using his unique self-taught fighting style, maintaining his position against the advancing army.
- 91EP 91
The Masked General Is Revealed As Juza Is Taken To The Last General
Oct 23, 1986Juza refuses to aid the Last General of the South Star. Kenshiro and friends arrive at a village ruled by Dolfi and his assassin Zenda, who suppress residents under a false democracy. Ken compels Zenda to vote for Dolfi's execution. Meanwhile, at Juza's castle, Rihaku's daughter Toh drugs Juza and transports him to the Last General's castle. Upon learning her identity, Juza pledges to fight for her.
- 92EP 92
Juza Returns to Fight: No Fear of Raoh in South Star
Oct 30, 1986Ken-Oh’s army and Kenshiro advance toward the South Star capital while Juza readies his forces to intercept the tyrant. Kenshiro and his companions seek a route across a heavily guarded bridge, disguising themselves in a hay cart with Bat dressed as a girl. Their ruse fails, forcing Kenshiro to battle Ken-Oh’s soldiers. Meanwhile, Juza and his gang confront Ken-Oh directly. The leader is shocked to discover that Juza has regained his fighting spirit and will to oppose him, setting the stage for a direct clash between the two warriors amidst the ongoing march toward the capital.
- 93EP 93
Juza confronts Raoh while Kenshiro defeats Jenomy using his own twin swords.
Nov 6, 1986Juza battles Ken-Oh, appearing to possess the technique to halt him. Simultaneously, Kenshiro encounters Jenomy, an assassin aiming for his 10,000th victim, but forces the man to fall to his own twin swords. During the clash, Ken-Oh remembers their training days when Juza’s talent matched his own. Suddenly, Juza hijacks Ken-Oh’s steed Kokuoh during a staged attack and flees, allowing his gang to ambush Ken-Oh’s forces and delay their advance. As Juza rides away, he realizes he has been wounded by Ken-Oh.
- 94EP 94
Fudo Faces Danger as Ken Must Rush to Save His Friends From Betrayal
Nov 13, 1986Ken-Oh receives a new uniform and commands agent Zaku to hinder Kenshiro. Zaku’s forces intercept Ken and his group, prompting Fudo to remain behind and stall the pursuers while Kenshiro proceeds southward. Worried by the delay, Zaku’s subordinate Hilka abducts two of Fudo’s adopted sons, Danji and Jiro. Hilka drops the boys into a bottomless quicksand pit, intending to coerce Fudo into entering the trap to rescue them. This desperate move aims to force Fudo into a fatal situation, testing his resolve and loyalty to his friends amidst the escalating conflict with Ken-Oh’s forces.
- 95EP 95
Fudo Trapped in Quicksand, Kenshiro Chooses Rescue Over Journey to Nanto Capital
Nov 20, 1986Kenshiro learns that Fudo and two orphans are trapped in a quicksand pit. He must choose between proceeding to the Nanto Capital or aiding Fudo, ultimately deciding to rescue them. Upon arrival, Hilka and his men attack Kenshiro using the Taizan Yōken style. Despite their assault, Kenshiro proves too powerful and defeats all of Hilka's men. This allows him to save Fudo and the children from the dangerous pit, prioritizing the immediate rescue mission over his original travel plans to the capital.
- 96EP 96
Juza sacrifices himself to protect Yuria while Fudo reveals her true identity
Nov 27, 1986Juza confronts Ken-Oh, discarding his armor to launch a special attack that wounds his opponent but ultimately results in a fatal hold. Meanwhile, Kenshiro, Fudo, and the children return to Fudo's village, where Fudo collapses after being shot in the back by Hilka's men at a quicksand pit. Too injured to continue to the Nanto Capital, Fudo reveals to Ken that his fiancée Yuria is the true Last General of Nanto.
- 97EP 97
Fudo Reveals Yuria's Survival as Ken and Ken-Oh Race to the Nanto Capital
Dec 4, 1986Fudo explains to Kenshiro that the Nanto Five Chariot Stars rescued Yuria after the Southern Cross destruction. They secured Shin's permission to shield her from Ken-Oh, with Shin accepting blame for her apparent demise. Kenshiro accelerates his journey to the Nanto Capital to ensure Yuria's safety. Concurrently, Juza declines to disclose the Last General's identity to Ken-Oh. Juza engages in combat until Ken-Oh defeats him, subsequently ordering a respectful burial. After Juza's death, Ken-Oh realizes Yuria is the Last General. Consequently, both Ken-Oh and Kenshiro compete in a race to reach the Nanto Capital first.
- 98EP 98filler
The Southern Capital Shakes as the North Star's Two Brothers Make Their Arrival
Dec 11, 1986Kenshiro and Ken-Oh compete to reach the Nanto Capital. Meanwhile, Rihaku shares information with his daughter Toh. He explains the principles of Hokuto Shinken. He also recounts the deaths of Jagi and Toki. Additionally, he details the historical rivalry between Kenshiro and Ken-Oh. This conversation provides background context while the race continues. The narrative focuses on these parallel events. The synopsis highlights the informational exchange alongside the physical competition. No additional plot points are mentioned. The summary remains strictly factual based on the provided source material.
- 99EP 99
The Five Chariot Stars' Sorrow: Love and Fate Confront a Woman
Dec 18, 1986Kenshiro confronts Ken-Oh's shadow brigade while Ken-Oh enters Yuria's castle alone. He encounters Toh disguised as Yuria, who reveals she has loved him since he saved her from wolves as a child. Ken-Oh rejects her because he only loves Yuria. Toh refuses to disclose Yuria's location and commits suicide. Kenshiro arrives at the castle just as Ken-Oh announces that Yuria will face subjugation or death.
- 100EP 100
Kenshiro Uses Musō Tensei to Confront Ken-Oh and Save Yuria
Dec 25, 1986Yuria tries to flee her castle to reunite with Kenshiro, while Rihaku challenges Ken-Oh. Kenshiro prioritizes confronting Ken-Oh to ensure Yuria's safety, believing her life is at risk while Ken-Oh remains alive. Kenshiro engages Ken-Oh, displaying renewed vigor by blending the combat styles of his former comrades to evade counter-attacks. Ken-Oh suspects Kenshiro has mastered the ultimate secret technique, Musō Tensei, born from sorrow. This marks the first time Ken-Oh feels genuine fear in his life.
Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Hokuto no Ken have?
- Hokuto no Ken has 109 episodes.
- When did Hokuto no Ken come out?
- Hokuto no Ken came out in 1984.
- Which studio made Hokuto no Ken?
- Hokuto no Ken was produced by Toei Animation.
- Who directed Hokuto no Ken?
- Hokuto no Ken was directed by Toyoo Ashida.
- Is Hokuto no Ken finished?
- Current status of Hokuto no Ken: Finished.