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Only 2 hours from Tokyo...

This city of 300,000 people is peaceful again today.

Here, in the Nogomi Shopping Street...

I am a 30 year old "freeter" (unemployed person).

Together with this guy wearing a red knit hat,

we are fighting the Yellow Phantom.

Ow!

That really hurt!

It's all because of this.

Ow!

Thanks! Ow...

Ow.

We were such fools!

He's not sociable, an underwear thief.

And he's my only friend in this town.

MANIAC HERO Hero Mania: Life

To all residents,

This is an important announcement.

There has been a rash of thefts of underwear in the city.

If you live in an apartment,

please be careful.

We interviewed one of the victims.

Please watch.

A man was running.

Suddenly, he hit me.

He kept hitting me, though I didn't even know him.

Then he ran away,

but not before hitting me again.

Where?

He hit me here 5 times.

He is an akuma.

I'm very afraid.

We don't know who we are dealing with.

The police are investigating this case.

Based on witness and victim testimony, the police made a sketch of the attacker's face.

He is believed to be an older man between 53 and 62 years old.

He is short, with a thin mustache.

He is usually dressed like a salaryman.

This is the stetch of the attacker.

NOGOMI SHOPPING STREET... GOMI (garbage) SHOPPING STREET

You're looking for trouble? Huh?

Sorry! Sorry!

Are you OK?

Your cat had kittens!?

When?

Um...

Please do not loiter in the shop.

Why are you only saying this to me?

Why?

Hey!

There's no hot water!

What am I going to do with this?!

Sorry! I will refill-

Too late!

Oops. My bad.

Seeing you like this is sad.

Wait!

Wait a second!

My money.

Hey.

Stop that.

Don't.

Owww...

Wait a second!

Wait a sec! I want to talk to you!

Wait!

Wait!

You're really something.

I wanted to talk to you.

This might seem a little strange,

but I'm serious.

Look...

Are you gay?

No, no I'm not.

Um..

Do you want to fight alongside me?

Huh?

With your power, we could fight crime.

Do you have a job right now?

You don't, do you?

You're unemployed, right?

What are you saying?

Tonight, we met.

We were meant to.

Let's fight together.

Let's clean up this city.

I gotta go back to the store.

Only at night.

If it's only at night, I will.

I'm very busy.

I don't know your name. I'm Nakatsu.

I'm Toshida.

It's them.

What's this?

It's metal?

Who the hell are you?

This guy is messed up.

Ow!

Wait!

What are you doing?

Toshida!

Ow!

Watch out!

Are you alright?

Yeah.

You should hide.

Who are you?

An elderly vigilante!

Don't call me that!

It's embarrassing.

I'm still young, just 30.

You are young...

Your hat! Your hat!

Ow...

It really hurts!

Ow!

My ass!

He hit me in the ass!

Wait a second!

Wow, what a pretty girl!

Is this your daughter?

(The food chain being out of balance)

Violent youth are up to all kinds of things on the streets.

Someone has to stop them...

...in order to fix the food chain.

So I have taken to the streets wielding my wearable hammers.

I see, makes sense.

I understand.

Nonsense! You can't understand!

Everyday, life is hard.

Today's society is trash.

The weak are bullied.

I hate it.

So, I want to punish those responsible.

Um...

Please, drink.

It's terrible!

Really bad!

It tastes good!

You enjoy drinking this?

It really tastes good!

It's really awful.

Why do you drink this?

It's healthy!

What the hell is this?

This tastes awful.

It's a healthy drink.

You shouldn't drink this stuff.

A famous bozer drank it!

I can't stand the taste.

Today, at around 6:30,

these criminals were discovered hanging by rope above the street.

Nakatsu.

This was a great idea.

No, it was nothing.

Just a warning to others.

They were left there for three hours before being freed.

According to the victims, three men did this to them.

The police?

Nakatsu.

Keep pulling.

Pull!

Wait a sec.

You alright, old man?

Just a sec.

I'm fine.

We're sorry.

These are my mother's.

You have two options.

Either I go and report this to the police,

or, you let me join you.

Isn't it a good idea?

For our next target...

Ah, there.

The motorcycle gang.

So we don't get to choose?

I'm the leader!

Isn't this a good thing?

What?

I can't believe what I'm hearing.

She's a weird girl.

We should let her join.

I wouldn't mind.

You should answer that.

Yes?

Targets headed your way.

6 of them. Go for it.

Go. For. It.

I heard you!

What did she say?

They're coming.

Kaori's attack plan is perfect.

Perfect!

This is an important job.

Nakatsu.

Get to it.

Hello?

Kaori-chan, Nakatsu ran away.

Why do I have to be the bait?

She treats me like I'm stupid!

Hey, you stupid bastards!

Go home!

Go home and suckle from your mother's boobs!

...That's what he said.

Me?!

You are an excellent leader.

Ah..Let's do this.

I'm reporting live from the scene.

As you can see,

Here is one of the strung-up victims.

The police are working on getting him down right now.

The victims pants were taken,

and they were strung up in their underwear.

They were strung up by Tsurushima.

Tsurushima?

That's cool.

It's a cool nickname.

Tsurushi-ma, huh?

Let's go!

NAKATSU Let's Go!

NAKATSU

TOSHIDA

KAORI

OJI-SAN

TURUSI-MA

Tsurushi-ma is so cool!

These people are just looking for attention.

But as you know,

Tsurushi-Ma fever continues to rise.

Do you support these criminals?

People are very excited about these new heroes.

So am I.

Heroes?

Hey! Tsurushi-ma, you are watching, right?

You're all going to end up in jail.

They will catch you one of these nights.

Mister Yu!

Your time will come!

Mister Yu, that's enough!

You're too angry.

You're going too far.

With all this attention, we will need to be careful.

Kaori, it's dangerous to walk back alone.

Toshida will walk you home.

M-Me?

Sure, I can do that.

Kaori has been giving me strange looks.

What?

She likes you.

No, I'm terrible with women.

Are you gay?

No, no I'm not!

I am definitely not.

It's just a joke!

I am not gay!

It seemed like there was a tremor this morning.

Just a small earthquake, I think.

What?

Ah, this far is fine.

W-wait.

Here. Take this to protect yourself.

It was my first gadget I used,

back when I was in highschool.

I defended myself...

...with this.

Nakatsu is interesting, is he not?

Even though he's afraid,

He still feels like...

...he must do something.

He enjoys doing this.

Maybe he's a bit of a pervert?

I suppose so...

That's why he's our leader.

Toshida!

Toshida!

What are you doing?

Making a trap.

Trap?

Just being prepared.

Just in case,

we'll be ready.

How did things go with Kaori?

What's this?

I used to be a salaryman.

I was employed for 5 years.

It was insufferable.

So why are you now...

I quit.

Quit?

My boss was corrupt.

I knew, but pretended I didn't.

But then,

I decided to say something.

They were so angry I had to leave the company.

I was stupid.

You aren't stupid.

Since you resigned,

you were able to form Tsurushi-ma.

You have saved a lot of people because of that!

You're exaggerating.

You saved me.

You're a real hero.

That's what I think.

Thanks.

It won't open...it won't open.

I can't open it!

Dad.

Kyoko, why are you by yourself?

Walks are good for me and the baby.

I'll be a grandpa soon...

Ah, here.

What is this?

No way! It's so cute!

Let's go!

Thanks.

What's wrong?

I saw a strange man.

Did you hear what happened recently?

Like with Tsurushi-ma.

A violent criminal has attacked.

The victim was stabbed in the stomach many times.

The victim was thrown about 5 meters.

It is a dark time.

Today's world gave birth to darkness.

Now, there is someone like this.

I've read about it in a book.

Is this a job for Tsurushi-ma?

This is a real killer!

A real killer, you know.

This isn't part of our job.

I see.

This is an opportunity for us.

One that will make sure the public sees us.

It's been a long time.

Old man, did you tell him who we are?

Don't worry, our secrets are safe.

Now, let's talk about the problem.

Shall we, Uno?

Yes.

Mister Uno used to be a lawyer.

He advised me.

You all inspire me.

I want you all to keep doing good.

Because of that,

your team needs legal advising.

Legal advising?

Yes.

We will make Tsurushi-ma

a company.

How?

No!

No way.

I don't trust companies!

With interviews and such...

Outrageous.

Who will be the manager or the owner?

So many interviews...

I'd rather be unemployed.

Sorry to offend you.

You were a lawyer? Were you skilled enough?

He is experienced.

We need to change.

It warms my heart to meet you.

To meet you like this.

Have a good time with Dodo.

Good afternnon, this is the daily news.

To reduce crime, Dodo's company has introduced a free security service.

These are bodyguards.

These security guards not only focus on urban security,

but also help average people on the streets.

They patrol the streets as part of their work.

If they have helped me?

They are very helpful.

This one guard was really helpful.

They do a good job.

It used to be really scary to walk to school,

but not anymore.

With the expectation of a reduced crime rate,

the community is expected to support this effort.

Now, on to other news.

The crimninal in a yellow raincoat continues to worry the public.

This morning, a salaryman was found dead.

Hurry up!

Hello?

Hi. What's going on?

We caught a pervert.

Well, it looks like I don't have a job anymore!

Take care!

I want to join the core team.

Core team? What's that?

You don't know?

No.

The company president said that...

...they've caught a lot of criminals.

Don't move.

Is he our target?

He stalks people.

Tie him properly.

Good.

Hey, Nakatsu, you were late again today.

Yeah.

You need to set a good example.

That's not right at all!

Got it!

Security company

Focus on the target.

Center yourself to one side.

Faster!

Plan your steps carefully.

Do it again.

Faster, faster!

Keep it up.

Keep it up.

Are you training?

I'm counting on you.

Anyway...

You are also a company founder.

Yes.

Do your best.

Thank you for your support!

Do your best.

Yes sir!

Do your best!

- I'm counting on you. - Yes sir!

So, you hire young people without jobs for security work.

That's really smart.

No, you give me too much credit.

I just want people to feel safe.

You have made people comfortable with Tsurushi-ma.

Being a hero is not easy, it requires patience.

This is a great idea.

This is for you.

Lately...

There are some odd rumors going around about your company.

Like illegal imprisonment.

And illegal investigation.

Extorting money.

I have given all my money, why haven't I been let go?

I think you captured the wrong person.

Why did you imprison her?

I didn't do it.

There are lots of rumors.

You bribe the police and commit tax evasion.

Also,

you have illegal weapons.

You ought to close your business.

Close?

You only serve the rich.

This is just a continuation of the Tsurushi-ma case.

This will lead to a world run by criminals.

The victims will have no faith in the law.

Now, wait a minute.

Are you trying to say that my company is hurting the public?

I am saying that your company is the same as Tsurushi-ma.

That's what I think.

You have an amazing imagination.

Where there is smoke, there is fire.

I...

I just want to bring peace to the world.

Remove darkness from the world.

That's all.

Nothing else.

Ow!

If you want a meeting with the president, you need to make an appointment.

No, not really.

Those clothes suit you.

Just discount clothes.

Our old uniform suits you better.

Is that so?

Thank you for your hard work.

Old man, did you give up your hammers?

Now that we're a company, there's a lot to be done.

Besides, there's a lot of young men to do that work, you know?

Good morning.

Good morning.

Um...

What's wrong?

You are happy to be working in the company?

You don't have to work.

Toshida is motivated.

Kaori likes the good pay.

It's good.

I can retire with a nice pension.

It's really good.

Toshida, let's go to a different club.

One where we can have fun with the girls.

I have other plans.

Come on, let's go!

It's time for us to get some!

When it's time to leave, just invite them to your hotel and...

What are you saying!

Wow, you really are Turusi-ma!

I knew it.

You...

Kotsuru!

Got it!

Faster!

Nakatsu.

You're late again?

Please try to be on time.

Toshida, do you know who he is?

I heard he is a journalist.

He's been writing bad things about our company.

That's good enough.

I'll take it from here.

Excuse us!

Go!

I'll report you.

Wait, what are you doing?

Don't you think this is kind of weird?

Nakatsu.

I quit.

Why?

This is wrong.

This isn't what I want.

Ah, I see.

But this IS what you want.

Give me the file.

Mister Uno...

The file, please.

Nakatsu.

You worked in a company 3 years ago, right?

But you were embezelling, and were fired.

Fired?

The company...?

The amount was...

Two million yen.

Additionally,

This was all for a woman from a hostess club.

Stop it.

You and that lady...

Stop!

What is this?

Ultrasonic ability?

Ah, I should introduce you.

This is a new member, Yoshikawa.

Falling into such a place will keep you in the dark.

I understand.

You try to redeem yourself by being a hero?

PEACE

What a useful tool.

And it's so fun!

Oops, what I mean is...

You used them as tools.

Mister Uno...

Wasn't that a bit cruel?

No.

Revealing his corruption will make him depressed.

What?

Therefore...

He will not change.

Nakatsu, wait. It's a lie, right?

He just made shit up, right?

It's the truth.

Everything he said is true.

Then...

About us being used as tools...

Do you think I'm a tool?

Ah.. That's right!

That's why I chose you!

You're nothing but an underwear thief!

You've been easy to control.

And now others can control you easily too.

Go!

Go back to your new boss.

That's so gross.

Weather forecast?

What's the weather forecast?

What are you doing?

We've been told...

...you were fired.

Fired.

Right.

Get over here.

Come here.

Come on.

I...

...lied to you.

The day we met...

When I explained about the food chain...

That was all...

Nonsense.

I became the hammer man...

...because I'm afraid.

6 months ago,

I found out my daughter is pregnant.

I was surprised.

I was scared.

Scared of the messy world this child would be born into.

I had to do something...

...to protect my family.

I was scared.

I couldn't control my feelings.

I realized...

If this...

can achieve something,

I will make it better.

I was very happy.

Not only because they were afraid of me,

but because I could fight alongside you.

We started Tsurushi-ma.

You were the leader.

We struggled side by side.

And I am proud of that.

Let's go back to being Tsurushi-ma.

Get some rest.

Apologize to Toshida.

Please, president.

Kaori.

Will you come with me to a show, next week?

On the roof?

With you in charge,

it will be very good.

Hm... Delicious.

- Hello? - Mister President?

- I can't hear you. - Mister president!

What's wrong?

Betrayal!

Mister Uno,

I quit.

Oh, what a hassle.

Old man!

Old man!

Old man!

Take this.

Old man!

Old man!

Old man!

Old man!

He's not dead yet!

Help me!

Let go!

Let go!

Call an ambulance!

Old man!

Call an ambulance!

Ambulance!

Let me go!

Old man!

Call an ambulance!

Old man!

Ambulance!

Old man!

How does it feel?

How's that taste?

Allow me to introduce.

This is Sasaki-san.

And this is Yoshikawa.

He's a new member.

Now...

I'll hand you over to the police.

You are, after all,

a murder suspect.

You...

Murder?

Then...

The old man?

He was a good man.

And a stupid one.

First,

let's clean out those bowels.

We're going to make a video,

so you don't complain to the police.

Sasaki-san, please use your raincoat.

We wouldn't want your clothes to get dirty.

You're the one who had him killed!

What did you say?

The old man was so good to you.

Why!?

Why did you kill him?

You're on time.

Please give me a hand.

It's your job.

You must play your part.

Inject him.

Do it!

Sasaki, take off his pants.

Damn.

Toshida.

Toshida.

Mister Uno, he...

Mister Uno, he...

...had the old man killed!

Don't you see?

Please...

Trust me!

Trust me.

Toshida!

After them! Don't let them get away!

Toshida...

Even though I'm helping you,

I still haven't forgiven you.

It's that guy.

Run!

Ow!

You OK?

He really has superpowers!

Ow.

You're wrong.

This man just has a big lung capacity.

Pachinko ball?

Well, you figured me out.

Nagasa, take this!

What the hell!

Ow.

This way.

Kaori!

Here!

Were you looking for the money?

It's right here...

You bitch!

Feeling it?

Um...

About yesterday...

I'm sorry.

For saying you were just a tool.

I thought like that before,

but not anymore.

What now?

What do you think I am now?

Your ally?

Nakatsu, drink first.

Thanks.

Your...

Your last meal...

Alright!

How dare you kill the old man.

I won't let you escape.

I'll cut off your right ear...

Then your left!

Then your dick!

Toshida!

Toshida!

I will kill you!

Wait, shit.

You!

What is that?

You.

Uh...

The person who killed the old man...

It's her.

Toshida.

This is the result of being bullied.

The fuck is that.

That hurt...

You guys!

You're not alone, you know.

I'm still here.

This is for you.

In the past three months, 13 people were killed.

According to reports, a woman was arrested as the suspect.

There is still no known motive for her murders.

The police are still investigating.

The community hopes the case can now be closed.

Thank you.

Cheers!

Don't take my picture.

Don't.

Old man.

Long time no see.

That woman was amazing, wasn't she?

She really was strong.

That was a sad showing.

Soon, someone stronger will come along.

And then...

The food chain will be destroyed.

Kaori moved to Kyushu.

She started a company making self-defense tools.

She's really good.

Old man...

Forgive me.

You wouldn't have died if not for me.

By the way... How are you doing?

Hey!

Hey, time to get up for work!

Hey, you!

Don't mess around with the copier.

If you broke it, you have to pay for it.

Got it?

Got it?

We're sorry.

Why are you drinking here?

Drink somewhere else!

Out!

Get up!

Hey, lady! You broke it, you buy it!

And you! Stop making so much noise!

Don't stand there and read for so long.

I'm doing well.

Because I have a good friend.

Ow!

This is War!