One Punch Man Season 2 Episode 12: The Wiping of the Disciple's Butt

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

8.7

24 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

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One Punch Man Season 2 Episode 12: The Wiping of the Disciple's Butt

Canon/HIGH

← Prev: EP 11Next: EP →

OSHIMETER

8.7

24 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

EPISODE REVIEWS

¿Es el mejor final de temporada de la historia del anime? Probablemente no. ¿Es divertido ver cómo Saitama desintegra un monstruo gigante mientras todos los demás sufren para hacerle un rasguño? Absolutamente. Si eres fan, es una cita obligatoria; si eres nuevo, prepárate para un final que te dejará con la duda de qué demonios pasará en la S3.

Garou vs Silver Fang, Genos vs monster, and finally Saitama vs monster too! This episode is packed with fight scenes. We get to see all the strongest characters throw down, including King. The ending leaves us on a huge cliffhanger and makes you want to jump straight into Season 3!

joshuamortel030

Garou's relentless fight against multiple heroes shows just how far he's evolved. The choreography is intense and fluid. This episode proves Garou isn't just a villain, he's a force of nature. One of the best action sequences in Season 2.

EPIC ENDING!! Wow! Garou is so likable and his backstory can resonate with a lot of people. The battle was beautifully animated and fun to watch. Saitama's entrance had me cheering. What a great ending to the season!

Great fight scene and plot twist. The story line is well thought.

The finale is an absolute must watch. The scale of the fight against Elder Centipede is insane. King getting his momentis both hilarious and epic. It leaves the season on such a high note that you'll be desperate for more.

There it is, the full backstory of Garou. The centipede has a 100/10 creepiness face value. Season ended hanging, but Saitama still lives up to our expectations.

What a build up ! Truly a great visual representation of unlimited power . Animation was good , great music with a good sound track . Ending episode was just awesome .Enjoyed it !10/10

This finale feels intense but unfinished, Garou’s pushed to his absolute limit, fights are brutal, and the stakes peak hard. It’s exciting, but it doesn’t fully land as a finale. Still worth watching for the tension and Garou’s raw development. Looking forward to Season 3!

Saitama steps into the chaos with his usual simplicity - calm, almost casual - yet the emotional weight around him is intense. Others struggle, question themselves, push past their limits. The contrast is powerful.

Technical rollercoaster ,Elder Centipede is a CGI mess, but the blasting choreography is the most fluid J.C. Staff has been all season. Saitama's entry is a 10/10 payoff. Don't skip the post-credits.

Essential viewing for plot progression; marks the true beginning of the Monster Association's threat level. The animation effectively showcases S-Class power gaps before the tension peaks with Goketsu’s stadium entry.

edcel_figueras03

trades immediate spectacle for structural groundwork. It functions less as a standalone arc and more as a bridge into a larger war narrative. Its cliffhanger builds anticipation.
Its soundtrack reinforces tonal shifts effectively.
Its slow burn deepens Garou and the world

mehulchaudhary786

One Punch Man is definitely great watch as Garou fights the enemy alone because he is very strong. Soundtrack is great too. Packs a punch!!

charlesronlagutin

the animation isn’t as crazy as Season 1, but as an anime fan, I still enjoyed the energy and buildup. It definitely made me excited for what’s coming next! 💥

The finale delivers a brutal clash between Garou and the heroes, showcasing his resilience and moral complexity. Bang’s confrontation adds emotional depth, while Saitama’s casual detachment highlights the season’s theme of contrasting perspectives on heroism.

EPISODE CONTEXT

As episode 12 of 12, this is the definitive climax of season two's Monster Association buildup and Garou's intensifying crusade against the hero world. It follows directly from Episode 11's multi-hero clash with Garou, pivoting to a large-scale monster confrontation that tests the S-Class roster. Rather than delivering a clean conclusion, the finale functions as a launchpad, resolving the immediate crisis while deliberately leaving the broader conflict with the Monster Association and Garou's trajectory unfinished for future seasons.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

As episode 12 of 12, this is the definitive climax of season two's Monster Association buildup and Garou's intensifying crusade against the hero world. It follows directly from Episode 11's multi-hero clash with Garou, pivoting to a large-scale monster confrontation that tests the S-Class roster. Rather than delivering a clean conclusion, the finale functions as a launchpad, resolving the immediate crisis while deliberately leaving the broader conflict with the Monster Association and Garou's trajectory unfinished for future seasons.

EPISODE REVIEWS

¿Es el mejor final de temporada de la historia del anime? Probablemente no. ¿Es divertido ver cómo Saitama desintegra un monstruo gigante mientras todos los demás sufren para hacerle un rasguño? Absolutamente. Si eres fan, es una cita obligatoria; si eres nuevo, prepárate para un final que te dejará con la duda de qué demonios pasará en la S3.

Garou vs Silver Fang, Genos vs monster, and finally Saitama vs monster too! This episode is packed with fight scenes. We get to see all the strongest characters throw down, including King. The ending leaves us on a huge cliffhanger and makes you want to jump straight into Season 3!

joshuamortel030

Garou's relentless fight against multiple heroes shows just how far he's evolved. The choreography is intense and fluid. This episode proves Garou isn't just a villain, he's a force of nature. One of the best action sequences in Season 2.

EPIC ENDING!! Wow! Garou is so likable and his backstory can resonate with a lot of people. The battle was beautifully animated and fun to watch. Saitama's entrance had me cheering. What a great ending to the season!

Great fight scene and plot twist. The story line is well thought.

The finale is an absolute must watch. The scale of the fight against Elder Centipede is insane. King getting his momentis both hilarious and epic. It leaves the season on such a high note that you'll be desperate for more.

There it is, the full backstory of Garou. The centipede has a 100/10 creepiness face value. Season ended hanging, but Saitama still lives up to our expectations.

What a build up ! Truly a great visual representation of unlimited power . Animation was good , great music with a good sound track . Ending episode was just awesome .Enjoyed it !10/10

This finale feels intense but unfinished, Garou’s pushed to his absolute limit, fights are brutal, and the stakes peak hard. It’s exciting, but it doesn’t fully land as a finale. Still worth watching for the tension and Garou’s raw development. Looking forward to Season 3!

Saitama steps into the chaos with his usual simplicity - calm, almost casual - yet the emotional weight around him is intense. Others struggle, question themselves, push past their limits. The contrast is powerful.

Technical rollercoaster ,Elder Centipede is a CGI mess, but the blasting choreography is the most fluid J.C. Staff has been all season. Saitama's entry is a 10/10 payoff. Don't skip the post-credits.

Essential viewing for plot progression; marks the true beginning of the Monster Association's threat level. The animation effectively showcases S-Class power gaps before the tension peaks with Goketsu’s stadium entry.

edcel_figueras03

trades immediate spectacle for structural groundwork. It functions less as a standalone arc and more as a bridge into a larger war narrative. Its cliffhanger builds anticipation.
Its soundtrack reinforces tonal shifts effectively.
Its slow burn deepens Garou and the world

mehulchaudhary786

One Punch Man is definitely great watch as Garou fights the enemy alone because he is very strong. Soundtrack is great too. Packs a punch!!

charlesronlagutin

the animation isn’t as crazy as Season 1, but as an anime fan, I still enjoyed the energy and buildup. It definitely made me excited for what’s coming next! 💥

The finale delivers a brutal clash between Garou and the heroes, showcasing his resilience and moral complexity. Bang’s confrontation adds emotional depth, while Saitama’s casual detachment highlights the season’s theme of contrasting perspectives on heroism.

©ONE・村田雄介／集英社・ヒーロー協会本部

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

©ONE・村田雄介／集英社・ヒーロー協会本部

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

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