Fist of the North Star(1984–1988)

Beginning of Part Three: Supreme Rule in Turbulence! As The South Star Fades, The North Star Appears!!

With Rei now dead, only three of the Six Sacred Fists of Nanto remain and Kenshiro sets off to find the remaining ones. One of them, a man named Souther, has proclaimed himself to the "Holy Emperor" and seeks to conquer the world as well.

The Star of Darkness Engulfs The Heavens! Time Evolves Beyond The Deathmatch!!

Kenshiro meets a blind martial artist rebelling against Souther named Shu, who is also one of the Six Sacred Fists.

Shu of The South Star White Heron Fist! What Will You Witness In The End Of This Century!?

While saving a group of children slaves from Souther's troops, Ken remembers that he once fought Shu in the past, back when he was still a child.

Love on The Battlefield! Must The Time Tear Love Apart!?

When a young member of Shu's resistance is killed, Ken must protect the fallen rebel's fiancee from Garzus, one of Souther's men.

I Am Souther, the Holy Emperor! I Won't Forgive Love or Compassion!!

Ken finally comes face to face with Souther. However, the Holy Emperor stands immune to Ken's Hokuto Shinken techniques.

A Young Hero Challenges His Fate! Scream From Your Soul Shall Move The Heavens!!

Defeated by Souther, Ken is captured so he could be used as a sacrifice for the completion of Souther's Holy Cross Mausoleum. However, Shu's young son Shiva sets off to infiltrate Souther's lair and save Ken, even at the cost of his own life.

A Bloody Battle, Shu vs. Souther! Love, Drowned in the Tears of the Star of Benevolence!!

Ken is rescued, but at the tragic cost of Shiva's life. However, with Ken still injured from his fight with Souther, Shu decides to hide him and challenges Souther for the sake of his people.

The Bloody Cross Mausoleum! Shu! I'll Catch Your Tears With My Heart!!

Shu is defeated by Souther and is forced to carry the stone that will serve as the summit of Souther's pyramid. Sensing Shu's struggle, Ken awakens and quickly regains his full strength.

Run Kenshiro! Another Comrade is About to Die!!

Ken arrives at the Holy Cross Mausoleum and witnesses Shu's public execution at the hands of Souther. But before dying, Shu miraculously recovers his eyesight and sees the now grown Kenshiro before dying. Toki and Raoh also arrive at the scene to witness Ken's fight with Southeer.

Clash of the Polar Stars, Ken vs. Souther! My Star is the Only Protector of Heaven!!

Before accepting Kenshiro's challenge, Souther recites his tragic childhood and his motive for building the Holy Cross Mausoleum. Ken fights Souther again and struggles, until he finally fathoms the secret behind Souther's invulnerability.

Souther, The Despondent Holy Emperor! You Are Weary From Love!!

With Ken aware of his weakness, Souther uses the ultimate technique of his Nanto Hō-ōken style as a last resort. The stage is set for the final round.

Critical Times of The North Star! The Three Brothers of Fate Are On The Move!!

Raoh regains his full strength and seeks Koryu, Ryuken's former rival, to test his power, while Toki, who was once willing to settle using his skills to heal the weak, has regained his determination as a martial artist.

The Other Divine Fist of the North Star! Drive Raoh to Oblivion!!

Raoh challenges Koryu to battle to gauge his strength. Toki learns of Raoh's recovery and is determined to stop him at any cost.

The Secret of Origin Revealed! The Heaven Prefers Tragedy!!

Toki and Raoh's past is revealed as the two are reunited at the place where they were adopted by Ryuken.

Farewell, Toki! A Man Only Cries Once!!

Determined to fulfill the childhood promise he made to his brother, Toki fights Raoh to a death match.

Ryuga of Sirius! I'll Seize the Rainbow in Troubled Times!!

Ken meets Ryuga, a martial artist and servant of Raoh whose astrological sign is a solitary star that is neither, part of Hokuto and Nanto.

A Wolf Running In The Horizon! There Lies The End of Love And Hatred!!

Ryuga, who swore royalty to Raoh and his tyranny, witnesses Kenshiro's compassion to others and is determined to find out which of the two brothers is more to fit to lead the world.

Forgive Me, My Sister! I Am Destined to Clash With The North Star!!

Ryuga challenges Kenshiro to test his strength, but Ken is unwilling to fight back.

An Iron Fist for the Roaring Wolf! Toki is in Danger!!

Determined to challenge Ken, Ryuga decides to lure Ken to his lair by kidnapping and wounding Toki.

Conclusion of Part Three: Let the New Age Awaken! The Wolf's Howl Moves the Heaven!!

Ken sets foot into Ryuga's lair, determined to save Toki and finish his battle with Ryuga once and for all.

Shin of the South Star Sacred Fist! Risked Your Life For Love That Never Will!!

While cremating Toki's and Ryuga's remains, Ken remembers where it all began - with his old nemesis Shin, the man who engraved the seven scars on his chest and once kidnapped his beloved Yuria.

Rei of the South Star Waterfowl Fist! Was a Man Who Died For His Friends!!

Ken reflects on the life of his ally Rei, the man who sacrificed his life to save Ken.

Yuda of the South Star Crimson Crane Fist! His Beautiful Smile Calls For Tragedy!!

Ken remembers Rei's battle against his rival Yuda, the man who once tormented Rei's beloved Mamiya.

Shu of the South Star White Heron Fist! The Heaven Only Bestows Cruel Destinies!!

Ken remembers Shu, a selfless man whose encounter with a young Kenshiro led him to his destiny.

God or Devil!? The Mightiest Man Appears in Hell.

After a long time wandering in the desert, Ken is taken prisoner while wandering into a village looking for water. There, he shares a cell with a young thief named Bato (Bart), and befriends his cell guard, an orphaned girl named Rin (Lynn). Shortly afterwards, a biker gang attacks the village and their leader Zeed takes Rin hostage. Ken breaks out of his cell and defeats Zeed, rescuing Rin. Ken leaves the village with Bato following him, while Rin stays behind.

The Deadly Fist of Lingering Regret! The Future is Sighted in the Barren Desert!

Ken rescues an old man named Smith from Spade, a member of the Four Jacks working for the King organization. The old man seeks to deliver a bag of rice seeds to his village, hoping to harvest them for the future. Ken and Bato take Smith to his village, unaware that Spade and his men are following them. Spade, who lost his eye during his initial encounter with Ken, attacks the village and kills Smith in retaliation. Unable to rescue Smith, an angry Ken kills Spade with a technique that makes their victim feel remorse before dying. After the battle, Ken plants Smith's seed over his grave.

In the City Without Light, a Lone Fist Burns! The Furious Death by the Five Exploding Fingers.

Bato spots Rin in a truck full of captured villagers being taken to the village of Dorado, which is occupied by the King gang. On their way there, Ken encounters two of remaining Jacks, Diamond and Club, who are torturing the villagers of Dorado. With Bato's help, Ken is reunited with Rin.

Attack the Bloody Cross! The Secret Technique, Death by Soft Strikes.

Ken learns that the prisoners that were transported with Rin were taken to a prison camp in a nearby valley. Ken manages to break the imprisoned villagers free, but during their escape they're all slaughtered in an ambush led by Mr. Heart, the last of the Four Jacks. While Heart's excess flesh proves resistant to his attacks, Ken eventually uses a techniques which penetrates through his body. From his battle with Heart, Ken learns an important clue which reveals to him the identity of King.

Can the Flames of Love Burn in Hell? You Are Already Dead!!

Having learned that King is none other than his old friend turned nemesis Shin, Ken remembers how a year ago Shin defeated him in combat, engraved the seven scars on his chest, and kidnapped his fiancee Yuria (Julia). Ken arrives at a local castle where Shin was staying, but only finds Shin's right-hand man Joker, who reveals that Shin and his gang has already left the castle, taking Yuria with him. Joker escapes and sets the castle ablaze with Ken inside, but Ken manages to escape, swearing to find Shin.

The Devil's Hit list. Find the Man With the 7 Scars!

Ken and his friends arrive at an oasis under the surveillance of God's Army, a fanatical military group composed of former special forces members. Ken becomes a target for this group after Ken kills one of the security officers in battle.

Villains! - Shall We Have a Countdown to Death?

The members of God's Army conduct a full-scale search of the oasis for Kenshiro. When the search team begins to execute random villagers to lure him, Ken allows himself to be captured in order to infiltrate their training facility. There, he faces against the army's drill instructor, the Mad Sarge.

Strike the Hidden Power Point! There’s No Requiem for the Wicked.

Ken penetrates the headquarters of God's Army and confronts their leader, the Colonel, a deluded follower of Shin who has mastered the art of Nanto Muonken.

Villains! - Say Your Prayers Before You Die!

Ken and his friends visit a village where young men and women are offered as slaves to Madam Patra, a local sorceress who controls the village's water supply.

Inverse Raging Fire Punch! There Are Too Many Who Must Die!

Ken ventures into Patra's lair at Dragon God Mountain to save the young villagers. There he faces Patra's partner Dragon, a firebreather who attempts to coerce Ken to his side.

Villains!! Listen to the Blues of Hell!!

Ken and his companions meet Taki, an old friend of Bato. Taki takes them to his home village where Auntie Toyo, an elderly woman who takes care of orphaned and abandoned children, is trying to dig a well. Unaware to him, the Warriors biker gang led by Jackal have followed Ken, seeking to claim Toyo's village as their new hideout.

I Am the God of Death! I'll Chase You to the Ends of Hell!

After Toyo is killed by Jackal, Ken leaves Bato and Rin to watch over Toyo's orphans while he chases after Jackal's gang. While searching for clues to Jackal's destination, Ken encounters Fox, Jackal's right-hand man.

Arhat Deva Fist! Once Released There's No Stopping It!!

Ken chases Jackal to the ruins of Villainy Prison, a place that used to imprison the most vicious of criminals. Hoping to defeat Ken, Jackal releases Devil's Rebirth, a giant demon-like killer who has mastered the forbidden art of the Arhat Deva Fist.

A Miserable Era! The Good Die So Young!!

Ken and his friends visit a village where their local doctor, a man named Duran, offers his hospitality. However, Duran's former partner-in-crime, Dante, is hired by Shin to hunt down Ken. Dante takes the opportunity of the situation to blackmail Duran to do his bidding.

Count to Three! You're the One Who'll Die!

Ken and his friend must save a haunted village from Zaria, a witchdoctor who uses a strange hypnosis technique that turns villagers into mind-controlled slaves.

Sing For Me, Villains! The Counting Rhymes of Hell!

Ken is caught at the middle of a gang war between the Scorpions and the Snakes, each seeking to recruit Ken to their side.

Battle Makes a Man! The Gates of Confrontation Have Finally Opened

Shin gathers his entire army for a meeting as he officially declares war against Kenshiro. Barcom, the General of King's army, tells his men how Ken defeated some of Shin's best fighters. Meanwhile, Yuria recounts to Saki how she came to be Shin's captive and his rise to power.

Life or Death?! Beyond the Wasteland Lies the First Circle of Hell!

One of King's subordinate gangs attacks a village Ken is visiting, while Yuria attempts to escape from Southern Cross with the help of her young maid Saki.

Villains! Ready Your One-Way Tickets to Death

Ken is forced to return to Jeena village when Garekki of the Gold Wolf gang attempts to invade it, while Saki's elder brother, Temjina, escapes from Southern Cross, seeking to tell Ken of Yuria's whereabouts.

Nightmarish Full-Scale War! My Fists Pack One Million Volts!

With Ken having learned the location of the city of Southern Cross from Temjina's dying words, Shin deploys a giant gunship as his last resource.

The Evil Palace in Flames! Just One More Step to Reach You, Shin!

With Ken presumed dead, General Barcom leads a mutiny against Shin, seeking to take over the King gang for himself. Elsewhere, Joker searches the wreckage of the gunship for Ken's body, unconvinced that he is actually dead.

Part Two: The Tumultuous Dragon and Tiger! What Awaits Me in Battle?!

Ken is recruited to serve as guardian of a village threatened by the Fang clan and becomes acquainted with their female leader Mamiya, who is a deadringer for Yuria. Elsewhere, a man named Rei, master of the Nanto Suichōken style, is killing numerous bandits while seeking the Man with Seven Scars.

South Star Waterfowl Fist! The Tragedy of the Men Who Grew Too Strong Has Begun!!

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

Years has passed since Kenshiro disappeared following his final battle with Raoh and in the years since he's been gone, the Army of the Celestial Emperor has began to expand their territory through threat and oppression. Bat and Lin, Kenshiro's former companions, are now grown up and are leading a resistance movement known as the North Star Army.

When Will He Awaken?!

A mysterious drifter wanders into a town where the remnants of the Red Dragon Party, a resistance movement that once opposed the Celestial Emperor's army in the past.

The Savior Comes From the North!!

An innocent woman is mistaken for Lin and is sentenced for public execution by General Bask in an attempt to demoralize the North Star Army. The real Bat and Lin attempt to risk their lives until a familiar face arrives to intervene.

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

After being reunited with Bat and Lin, Kenshiro decides to join their cause, giving the North Star Army a needed boost in morale. A bounty is placed on Kenshiro's head and a man named Ein decides to take the offer.

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

As the North Star Army begins to liberate another one of the Celestial Emperor's areas, Kenshiro is forced to return to Mamiya's village to confront Solia of the Purple Light, a master of Gento Kōken who has been ordered to annihilate anyone associated with the Hokuto and Nanto schools.

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

While attempting to catch up with Bat and Lin, Kenshiro is confronted by Shoki of the Red Light, a man who once helped Kenshiro in the past, while Bat and Lin lead a desperate battle against the Golden General Falco, the strongest of the Gento warriors.

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

Just when Falco is about to execute Lin in front of her supporters, Falco is challenged to combat by the Harn Brothers, Haz and Gil, who are seeking revenge against Falco for killing most of the Nanto Seiken masters, while Ein tries to lure Kenshiro to his traps.

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

After Ein decides to switch sides and join the North Star Army, his former recruiter Beron decides to take revenge by kidnapping his "little lady", Asuka.

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

As Kenshiro and the North Star Army approaches the Imperial Capital, Shoki of the Red Light decides to revolt against the Viceroy Jakoh, who is holding the Celestial Emperor hostage and forcing Falco to do his evil bidding.

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

Kenshiro confronts the renegade Gento warrior Boltz of the Blue Light, while Falco hands out a detonator to his lover Myu, which is triggered to destroy the foundation of the Imperial Capital, in case he loses to Kenshiro.

The Celestial Emperor is Finally Revealed

Lin enters the Imperial Capital along with Bat and Lin, sensing that the Celestial Emperor is calling out for her, while Kenshiro and Falco begins their battle.

An Elegy for Ein! Die Bravely Than Live Without Honor!

Jako triggers bombs that collapse the ceiling of the cave in order to kill Lynn and Luise, but Ain shields with his body and protects the two sisters; weakened by the impact he still manages with his fists to open a gap and bring the prisoners to safety, but bleeding from the effort.

Part Four, the Final Chapter: Raoh Must Die! The Legend Turns to Terror!!

Ken, Bato, and Rin continue their journey and find themselves at a village ruled by a follower of Ken-oh named Bugal, a neat freak who has monopolized the town's water supply for himself.

The South Star Strikes Back! The Wind Brigade Protects the Last General of the South Star!!

The Ordeal Never Ends! Kenshiro Crosses the Ocean!!

Jakoh has been defeated, but Kenshiro must continue his journey when Lin is kidnapped and taken to the Kingdom of Shura, a country populated by ruthless warriors said to be the birthplace of the Hokuto, Nanto, and Gento arts. In order to reach Shura, Ken must cross the Sea of Death, the last remaining ocean on Earth.

What Awaits on the Continent of Darkness? There Lies the Legendary Land of Asura!!

Having been taken to Shura by the Pirate Akasachi, Ken finds a dying Falco, who has traveled ahead to rescue Lin, while Lin is captured by Shura warriors and bribed off as a bride in a tournament.

Good or Evil? The Mysterious North Star Lapis Lazuli Fist Appears!!

Ken faces Alph of the Hourglass, a Shura who has won 105 death matches in less than two minutes, while Lin is rescued by Shachi the Rakshasha, a master of the Hokuto Ryūken style.

Love is Preached in the Century's End! Her Name is Leia!!

Shachi challenges General Kaizel, whose style allows him to remove an opponent's internal organs without leaving an open wound. Meanwhile, Kenshiro is taken to meet Shachi's former lover Leia, who preaches the value of love and friendship to the children of Shura.

The General of Asura, Han! The Man Who Stains White Snow into Crimson!!

Shachi, in his plot to manipulate Kenshiro into destroying the Rashō, the three main rulers of Shura, begins taking Lin to the castle the third ruler, Han, who also practices the Hokuto Ryūken styles.

The Legend of the Savior of Asura! His Name is Raoh!!

As Kenshiro and Han begins their battle, Shachi tells Lin of how he began his Hokuto Ryūken training and the importance of Raoh's legacy to the commoners of Shura.

Kenshiro's Secret is Revealed! The Land of Asura is His Motherland!!

With rumors of Raoh's arrival to Shura spread as a result of Shachi's manipulation, Leia and her brother Tao goes to meet Jukei, the Hokuto Ryūken master who trained the three rulers and Shachi. Meanwhile, Han reveals to Kenshiro that the Kingdom of Shura is his birthplace.

A Cruel Prophecy! Kenshiro, You Cannot Be the Savior!

Kenshiro reflects on what happened since his arrival to Shura, as false rumors of Raoh's arrival are spread thorough the Land. A group "rags" led by a follower of Raoh named Kosem begins to raid a training cap in order to save his young son Chen and other children from indoctrination, unaware that the man who arrived overseas is actually Kenshiro.

Rock, The Hero on Horseback! I Don't Believe in Kenshiro!!

Rock, Kosem's elder son, decides to carry on Raoh's legend along with his band of six cowboys to form the new Army of Raoh.

Men Beyond Reasons! The Band of Seven Attacks Kenshiro!!

Rock is blackmailed by Gammon, the Scorpion Shura, into defeating Kenshiro in order to save a group of captured villagers.

Rock's Message of Death! Kenshiro, Hang on to Your Friend's Life!!

Hyoh, the second ruler of Shura, decides to mobilize his force, vowing to avenge Han's death. Meanwhile Rock and his men decide to challenge Hyoh's army, having learned that Hyoh is Kenshiro's biological older brother.

Announcing the Creator of the New Century! My Name is Demon Kaioh!!

Jukei seeks to restore Hyoh's memories of Kenshiro as his younger brother. Meanwhile, Kaioh, the supreme ruler of Shura, kidnaps Lin.

The Seal of the Devil! 2000 Year Tragedy of the North Star is Revealed

Jukei and Hyoh do battle. Kenshiro battles a squad of Shura warriors on his way to Kaioh's castle, where Lin is being held captive.

Little Brother Ken in Danger! Hyoh, Open Up Your Kind Soul!

Hyoh's battle with Jukei draws to a climactic conclusion as Jukei fails to restore Hyoh's memories, realizing that the seal put on Hyoh's memories was not his own, but Kaioh's. At the same time, Kenshiro is defeated by Kaioh and is taken captive.

Kenshiro on the Execution Stand! The Heaven has Unleashed the God of the Sea!

After defeating Kenshiro, Kaioh plans on crucifying him in order to put an end to the Hokuto Shinken lineage. However,the plan falls through when Akashachi and his band of pirates come to Kenshiro's rescue. Shachi is revealed to be Akashachi's long lost son.

Kaioh's Declaration of Victory! The Phantom of the North Star Attacks!!

Following his father's death, Shachi attempts to escape with an unconscious Kenshiro while Akashachi's surviving men create a diversion to distract Kaioh.

A Destined Encounter of Hyoh and Ken! Both Are Yet to Know Their Secrets!!

Lin meets Sayaka, Kaioh's sister and Hyoh's fiance, who hopes that someday Hyoh will bring peace to Shura and they will cross the sea together. Elsewhere, Shahci attempts to bring Kenshiro to safety when he has a chance encounter with Hyoh which results in Shachi sacrificing his own left eye as an offering for mercy.

Kaioh's Evil Decision! Cold Blood Runs Through My Body!!

Kenshiro awakens at last when Cain, a Shura who seeks to succeeds the deceased Han as the third general, attacks at the waterfall. Meanwhile, Kaioh kills Sayaka and frames Kenshiro for her death.

Kenshiro's Challenge! Never Be Defeated Twice!!

Kenshiro and Shachi go to meet up with Leia when they are confronted by a Gyoko, a morbidly obese Shura warrior who kills anyone who reminds him of his obesity. During this battle, Kenshiro declares war on Kaioh and all who side with him. At Sayaka's funereal pyre, Hyoh pledges eternal allegiance to Kaioh.

The Tyrant Hyoh and His Sorrowful Aide! Who Will Stop Him Now?!

Kenshiro and Shachi are taken in by Nagato, Hyoh's former right hand man, who turns against his master after he is corrupted by Kaioh's influence following Sayaka's death.

The Battle Of The Blood Brothers! Tears Will Never Return To Hyoh.

Kenshiro challenges Hyoh, now aware that they're biological brothers. Elsewhere, Hyoh is forcing slaves to work at Raseiden temple when he is confronted by Black Yaksha, a guardian of the Hokuto Sōke bloodline.

The North Star on the Brink of Death! Kaioh Reaches Out for the Celestial Emperor!!

The bloody battle between Kenshiro and Hyoh continues while Shachi and Black Yaksha look on in horror. Kaioh reveals his true identity to Lin as Raoh's biological brother.

Tearful Reunion of the Brothers! Kenshiro, I've Been Waiting for You!!

Kenshiro's battle with Hyoh reaches its climax. However, Shachi stops the fight, and Hyoh suddenly regains his childhood memories of Kenshiro. The now reconciled brothers unite to defeat Kaioh.

Shachi's Battle for Love! Kaioh Will Ridicule With Laughter

In the aftermath of Kenshiro and Hyoh's battle, Shachi heads to Taiseiden temple to unlock the secret that could allow Kenshiro to defeat Kaioh. Meanwhile, Kaioh heads out to the holy temple himself to kill Shachi in revenge for interfering with Kenshiro and Hyoh's mutual destructions.

The Fall of Shachi, Warrior of Love! Love is Everything, My Friends!!

In Taiseiden temple, a strange new discovery is made as Shachi makes a valiant last stand to defend Leia from Kaioh.

Tragic Victim of Love! Kaioh's Foundation of Evil!!

When he and Kenshiro meet for their last fight, Kaioh remembers the death of his mother, which drove him to abandon all love and affection.

Kaioh's Disgraceful Past! The Heaven Recreate's Lin's Destiny!!

Kaioh strikes a pressure point on Lin that causes her to fall asleep and fall in love with the first person she sees when she wakes up. Afterward, Kaioh and Kenshiro begin their final battle.

The Final Chapter: The Last Three Episodes! Here is the 2,000 Year-old History of the Main Family of the North Star!!

Kenshiro and Kaioh's fight goes underground where Kaioh has the upper hand in a pit full of toxic gases. Hyoh rescues Lin from Samoto, a Shura warriors who plans to make Lin his wife.

Prologue to the Final Episode! A Third Man Appears to Determine Lin's Fate!!

Accompanied by Black Yaksha, Hyoh is forced to fight Kaioh's elite army when Bat and the Hokuto Army arrive to assist them. Kaioh learns that he is descended from a branch of the Hokuto Sōke bloodline.