One-Punch Man Season 3 Episode 4

A monstrous surge of power threatens to tear apart the Neo Heroes, but is the real enemy lurking within their own ranks? As trust crumbles and alliances shatter, Saitama remains oblivious, focused on… finding a decent sale on udon.

Episode 4 plunges headfirst into the escalating conflict between the Hero Association and the Neo Heroes, revealing cracks in the latter's seemingly impenetrable facade.

The episode centers around the aftermath of the monster attack orchestrated by the mysterious Organization, leaving several Neo Heroes critically injured and morale plummeting.

But are these injuries the only casualties? The enigmatic S-Class hero and technological genius continues to operate from the shadows, his motives shrouded in suspicion.

This episode hints at a darker agenda, suggesting he might be manipulating events to test his robotic creations and gather combat data, even at the expense of innocent lives.

Is he a savior or a puppet master? Still benefiting from Saitama's accidental heroism, King finds himself thrust into the spotlight once again.

He's increasingly burdened by the weight of expectation and the fear of being exposed as a fraud.

The pressure is mounting, and his façade is beginning to crack.

Can he maintain the illusion long enough to survive? * The mastermind behind the Monster Association and now seemingly aligned with the mysterious Organization, Psykos remains a formidable threat.

Her psychic abilities and strategic brilliance make her a dangerous opponent, and her motivations are becoming increasingly complex.

What is her ultimate goal, and what role does the Organization play in her grand scheme? * The leaders of the Neo Heroes, initially presented as a unified force, begin to show signs of internal strife.

Prime, the charismatic leader, struggles to maintain control as doubts and paranoia creep into the ranks.

Are they truly united in their goal to protect humanity, or are they driven by personal ambition and hidden agendas? 1.

The episode opens with scenes of chaos and despair in the aftermath of the monster attack.

Injured Neo Heroes are being treated, and the mood is somber.

Prime attempts to rally the troops, but his words ring hollow as suspicions begin to surface.

The scene establishes the vulnerability of the Neo Heroes and sets the stage for the internal conflict to come.

2.

Child Emperor, using his advanced technology, begins investigating the cause of the attack.

He discovers anomalies in the energy signatures, suggesting that the monsters were not acting entirely on their own.

His investigation leads him to suspect Metal Knight's involvement, based on the similarities between the energy signatures and Metal Knight's robotic weaponry.

3.

A brief glimpse into Metal Knight's secret laboratory reveals him monitoring the battle data with a detached and calculating expression.

He seems less concerned with the casualties and more interested in the performance of his machines.

This scene reinforces the suspicion that he's using the attacks as a testing ground for his technology.

4.

In stark contrast to the chaos and tension elsewhere, Saitama is on a quest to find a discounted udon restaurant.

He encounters minor inconveniences and comedic situations, highlighting his obliviousness to the larger conflict.

However, his interactions with ordinary citizens provide a subtle reminder of what the heroes are fighting to protect.

5.

A heated argument erupts among the Neo Hero leaders.

Accusations of incompetence and sabotage are thrown around, and the unity of the organization begins to crumble.

Prime struggles to maintain control, but the seeds of doubt have been sown.

This scene reveals the fragility of the Neo Heroes' alliance and sets the stage for potential betrayals.

6.

King is unexpectedly confronted by a low-level monster while trying to avoid the spotlight.

He's terrified of being exposed as a fraud, but through a series of fortunate coincidences and the monster's own incompetence, he manages to defeat it.

This scene highlights the comedic irony of King's situation and the absurdity of his reputation.

7.

Psykos, communicating remotely, reveals to a select group within the Organization that the monster attack was merely a distraction.

Her true goal was to gather data on the Neo Heroes' weaknesses and to sow discord within their ranks.

She hints at a larger plan, involving a greater evolution for humanity.

8.

Child Emperor confronts Metal Knight with his suspicions, presenting his evidence.

Metal Knight neither confirms nor denies the accusations, but instead reveals a shocking truth: he has been aware of the Organization's plans all along and has been manipulating events to prepare humanity for an even greater threat – a threat that surpasses even the Monster Association.

He claims his actions, however questionable, are necessary for the survival of mankind.

The episode concludes with Child Emperor reeling from Metal Knight's revelation.

He's left questioning everything he thought he knew and uncertain about who he can trust.