One-Punch Man, Vol. 2, by Yusuke Murata

 Saitama, a hero for fun, meets a cyborg named Genos who lusts for power and is curious to find out how the hero gained his strength. The human-robot pesters the man to allow him to be his pupil. Later, Saitama is targeted by an association named 'House of Evolution' in order for them to test his strength. He fights alongside his new cyborg pupil, Genos, against the assassins that are set after him by the association.

This volume's addition of cyborg Genos to the plot creates more opportunity for breathtaking artwork because of his ability to perform inhuman tasks such as using his arm as a laser cannon. Similarly, in the manga One-Punch Man, Vol. 2, by Yusuke Murata, the addition of more villains gives Saitama the opportunity to triumph over them in their fights and make them hilariously break character and fall apart. The funniest part of this volume is Saitama's relationship with Genos, as their personalities clash. Genos is very serious and logical, while Saitama is relaxed and often bored. The score is increased from '7.75/10' to '7.85/10' in this volume because of the better art displayed and funnier character interactions.

Reviewed by AK, Grade 10

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