Hokuto No Ken

Hokuto No Ken, also known as Fist of the North Star, is a Japanese manga series created by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara. It was serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1983 to 1988. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic world where civilization has collapsed following a nuclear holocaust. It follows the journey of Kenshiro, the main protagonist and heir of the ancient martial art Hokuto Shinken, which allows its practitioners to inflict devastating damage on their opponents through pressure point techniques.Kenshiro, marked by seven scars on his chest, battles various tyrants and villains who oppress the weak in this harsh world. The series is known for its intense martial arts action, dramatic themes of justice and redemption, and its memorable catchphrase, "You are already dead," which precedes Kenshiro's finishing moves. Hokuto No Ken has achieved significant popularity and has spawned various adaptations, including anime series, films, and video games, and is regarded as a classic within the shonen genre. The work explores themes of strength, heroism, and the struggle for survival amidst chaos and lawlessness.