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He delivers a powerful monologue, acknowledging that while he knows he cannot defeat the monster, his duty as a hero is to stand and fight regardless. He is mercilessly beaten, nearly to death, but refuses to back down. 3. Saitama’s Intervention

Due to his actions, Saitama is promoted to B-Class (Rank 101). Watch One-Punch Man - 09

Later, Saitama and Mumen Rider share a meal at an oden stand, where Mumen Rider thanks him, cementing their bond. He delivers a powerful monologue, acknowledging that while

While other heroes were defeated and the public was in despair, Mumen Rider's bravery inspired the crowd. Saitama’s Intervention Due to his actions, Saitama is

The episode's emotional core is the arrival of , a C-Class hero with no superpowers, riding his bicycle into a fight he cannot win.

Following the fight, Saitama overhears a civilian mocking the heroes who lost, suggesting they were weak. Saitama takes the blame and plays the fool, acting as if he only arrived after the other heroes "weakened" the Sea King, to protect the pride of the fallen heroes.