Hokuto no Ken

Farewell Yuria! A Strong Man Will Not Speak of Love, Even in Death!!

Fudo tells Kenshiro how the Nanto Five Chariot Stars saved Yuria, who had survived the destruction of Southern Cross. They gained Shin's approval to protect her from Ken-Oh, before Shin took the blame for her death. Ken then rushes towards the Nanto Capital with greater urgency to protect Yuria. Meanwhile, Juza refuses to reveal the identity of the Last General to Ken-Oh. Juza fights until he is finally killed by Ken-Oh, who then grants him a gracious burial. Following Juza's death, Ken-Oh deduces that Yuria is the Last General, and he and Ken separately race against each other to reach the Nanto Capital. (Source: Wikipedia)

The Capital of the South Star Trembles! The Two Brothers of the North Star Finally Arrive!!

While Kenshiro and Ken-Oh race against each other to reach the Nanto Capital, Rihaku tells his daughter Toh about Hokuto Shinken, the deaths of Jagi and Toki, and the history between Kenshiro and Ken-Oh. (Source: Wikipedia)

Sadness of the Five Chariot Stars! Love and Destiny Looms Over the Woman!!

Kenshiro faces Ken-Oh's shadow brigade, while Ken-Oh advances alone and enters Yuria's castle first. However, instead of finding the Last General, he encounters Toh, who is masquerading as Yuria. She declares that she has loved Ken-Oh ever since he saved her from a pack of wolves when she was a young girl, but he only had eyes for Yuria. Spurned by Ken-Oh and rather than reveal Yuria's location, Toh kills herself. Ken arrives at the castle just as Ken-Oh declares that Yuria will suffer subjugation or death. (Source: Wikipedia)

The Ultimate Secret Technique, Unconscious Transmigration! Raoh, I've Got You Now!!

Yuria attempts to escape from her castle in order to be reunited with Kenshiro, while Rihaku challenges Ken-Oh. However, Ken decides that he must confront Ken-Oh before meeting Yuria, fearing that Yuria's life might be in danger as long as Ken-Oh lives. Kenshiro finally meets Ken-Oh and seems to have renewed strength, attacking Ken-Oh and avoiding Ken-Oh's counter-attacks by incorporating the fighting styles of his former comrades. Ken-Oh suspects that Kenshiro has acquired the ultimate secret technique of Musō Tensei (Nil-Thought Rebirth) through experiencing sadness. For the first time in his life, Ken-Oh experiences true fear. (Source: Wikipedia)

Is It the End of Raoh and His Ambitions? The Heaven Hesitates Once Again!!

Ken-Oh is overwhelmed by Kenshiro's newly discovered technique of Musō Tensei and recalls how Ken's empathy for others may have made him stronger. Ken-Oh is willing to accept death through mutual destruction. However, he accidentally triggers one of Rihaku's booby-traps and the floor collapses beneath him. Ken-Oh emerges from the wreckage and stumbles into Yuria. He then abducts her and rides off. Meanwhile, although Kenshiro has been blinded by his battle with Ken-Oh, he decides to pursue him and rescue Yuria. (Source: Wikipedia)

Raoh, the Confused Giant! I Don't Believe in Love!!

Ken-Oh recovers after being treated by Yuria, which causes him immense shame and to reject the identity of Ken-Oh, reverting to the name of Raoh and calling himself the "Demon King". Meanwhile, the blind Kenshiro continues to seek Raoh and rescue Yuria. He is ambushed by Jado and his bikers to prevent him from reaching Ken-Oh, but he still manages to destroy them. Meanwhile, Raoh recalls the time he beat Ken as a promising but inexperienced student and how Toki predicted that one day Ken would threaten him. Haunted by nightmares of his near-defeat by Ken, Raoh seeks to overcome his fears by fighting Fudo, the only fighter he ever feared. He rides to Fudo's village and issues his challenge. (Source: Wikipedia)

A Challenge From the Devil! Fudo, Be the Demon for Those You Love!!

The gentle Fudo is shown in the past to have been a terrifying bandit until he learned the value of life from a young Yuria. He is challenged by Raoh, who threatens to kill the children if he refuses to fight. Fudo reluctantly accepts the challenge and dons his old armor. Raoh orders his men to fire arrows into him if he retreats during the battle. Meanwhile, Kenshiro reaches Raoh's lightly defended castle and discovers that Raoh has left to fight Fudo. Back at Fudo's village, Raoh slowly gains the upper hand in his fight with Fudo, but takes considerable punishment himself. (Source: Wikipedia)

Fudo, the Gentle Warrior! His Tears Awaken a Fiery Soul!!

Raoh appears to have gained the upper hand against Fudo, but Fudo's courage and love for his children allows him to persist further in battle. On his way to the village, Kenshiro is again stopped, this time by a group of Ken-Oh's Buddhist monks, but he defeats them without killing. Meanwhile, as the battle between Raoh and Fudo continues, Raoh momentarily retreats, causing his forces to shoot a giant arrow which pierces Fudo. More arrows follow, hitting Fudo. As Fudo lies dying, he warns Raoh that Ken will defeat him. Raoh then berates his own men for shooting Fudo and causes them to flee. Ken finally arrives as Fudo succumbs to his injuries. (Source: Wikipedia)

Protect the Merciful Mother of the South Star! Even If It's the End of the Five Chariots!!

At Fudo's funeral pyre, Rihaku, the sole surviving member of the Five Chariot Stars, reflects on the sacrifices of his comrades as they fought Raoh to protect Yuria. Meanwhile, Kenshiro regains his sight. (Source: Wikipedia)

Raoh, Shaken by a Nightmare! Yuria, You Are the Only One!!

Raoh loses the respect of his men after rampaging against them and they defy Raoh to protect Yuria, who cared for them. Raoh prepares to kill Yuria, but although he realizes that he may love her, he strikes her. Raoh then sends Kokuoh to fetch Kenshiro. Kokuoh takes Ken to Hokuto Renkitouza, the holy training ground of Hokuto Shinken, for his final confrontation with Raoh. (Source: Wikipedia)

Showdown at the North Star Mind and Body Training Ground! No One Can Stop Them Now!!

Kenshiro meets Raoh at Hokuto Renkitōza. Raoh shows Ken Yuria's lifeless body, the woman he apparently killed to bring sadness to his soul. Raoh reveals that he too has mastered Musō Tensei, making him evenly matched with Kenshiro. Their battle rages, trading blows of savage intensity, until they both prepare to exchange their final blows. (Source: Wikipedia)

Farewell, the Brothers of the North Star! They're Beyond Love and Sorrow!!

As Kenshiro and Raoh exchange their final blows, Ken breaks through Raoh's defenses and finally delivers a fatal blow. The Death Omen Star shines as Raoh begins to die. It is revealed that Raoh did not kill Yuria because she was already dying from an illness, and that he only struck a pressure point to place her in a death-like state. It is also revealed that Raoh's intervention has extended Yuria's lifespan from a few months to several years. (Source: Wikipedia)

Conclusion of the Final Chapter - Now Revealed!! The 2000 Year History of the North Star!!

A summary is presented of Kenshiro's life, from the day he first met Yuria as a child to his final battle against Raoh. As he dies, Raoh bids farewell to Kenshiro while Yuria slowly regains consciousness. Kenshiro and Yuria leave to finally be together. (Source: Wikipedia)

The Past is Gone. The Dawn of the New Age!!

When Will He Awaken?!

The Savior Comes From the North!!

The Mysterious Bounty Hunter, Ein! Kenshiro's Head is Mine!!

Another Art of Assassination! The Imperial Fist of the Source Star is the Name!!

Rage of the Celestial Emperor! Falco, Obliterate the North Star from Earth!!

The Wrath of the South Star! The Illustrious Harn Brothers!

Ein in Danger! Hands of Evil Reach for His Love!!

Falco, the Brave General of the Source Star! There Lies the Shadow of Raoh...

The Emperor's Cries Echoes Through the Imperial Capital. Falco, Where Have You Gone?

The Celestial Emperor is Finally Revealed