In One Punch Man, most of the time, the main character, Saitama, faces off against some of the strongest antagonists in the series. Despite being significantly stronger than many others, Saitama operates on an entirely different level.
With extraordinary powers, Saitama has executed some of the most astonishing feats not just according to the standards of One Punch Man, but also some of the most jaw-dropping moments in the entire anime/manga industry.
Below are the most impressive moments of Saitama in One Punch Man:
Saitama “farts” with the speed of light
Saitama’s battle with Garou features many incredible moments. Despite Garou’s Cosmic state being incredibly formidable, Saitama still managed to outperform his foe, forcing Garou to retreat by opening a portal to the Moon. Just as he was savoring his victory, Garou, having traveled faster than light through a ‘fart,’ returned to see Saitama on the Moon alongside him.
While this detail may seem like one of the most humorous moments in the series, it also represents one of the most impressive feats. By simply using his farting ability, Saitama demonstrated that he could move faster than light across vast distances.
Although it remains unclear whether Saitama could actually reach the Moon, or if he could traverse the distance between it and Earth in mere moments, this remains one of his most notable accomplishments.
Saitama destroys a moon in One Punch Man
During his fight with Cosmic Garou, Saitama began to showcase many of his abilities, which he had never displayed before. All of these are part of his ‘Serious Series,’ showcasing his immense strength within the series. The Serious Table Flip is one of the most powerful techniques he has executed.
When performing the Serious Table Flip, Saitama slams his fingers down and exerts all his power. The resulting shockwave was so tremendous that it nearly lifted the entire surface of the Moon off its axis.
The result of this was the complete destruction of the Moon’s surface. This is just a glimpse of Saitama’s overwhelming strength, which allows him to jump between different dimensions at the speed of light, creating a massive impact on his serious demeanor.
A serious sneeze from Saitama destroyed the Moon
In a moment that could determine the outcome of a battle, Saitama completely obliterated an entire planet simply by sneezing in his fight against Cosmic Garou. Although he had not exerted his full strength due to having to guard and protect Genos with one hand, the energy released was enough to destroy the space around him without causing any harm to himself. This made every battle he fought feel like a joke.
For this reason, Saitama needed to sneeze, and he did so when he and Garou locked eyes. The sneeze was so powerful that it completely shattered the Moon, allowing the debris to scatter beneath it. At that moment, Garou finally realized that he was not just fighting an ordinary opponent but a force of nature far beyond any capability he had ever faced.
Saitama learns the ultimate technique from Garou – a moment of introspection
While Saitama’s unparalleled strength is not a mystery, many people are unaware of just how strong he truly is. During the battle on the Moon, Saitama was able to perfectly counter Garou’s techniques during the fight, showcasing his ability to adapt to combat.
However, the most impressive moment came at the end of the arc when Garou’s powers began to fade, prompting Saitama to learn the ‘ultimate technique’ of his own. Saitama could perfectly counter this technique with just a glance.
Although this moment may lack the explosive or grandiose nature of other moments in the series, it stands as one of the strongest moments as it showcases Saitama’s ability to manipulate time and space. By utilizing this ultimate technique, Saitama could potentially reverse time to unleash a devastating punch on Garou in the past, just as he begins to take on the Cosmic form, ending the fight before it even begins. This alone has become one of the most impressive feats Saitama has ever accomplished.
