One Punch Man Manga Chapter 169

After losing his cosmic powers, a weakened Garou is cornered by heroes. Saitama and Genos analyze a future-core revealing timeline splits where Garou killed Genos and unleashed apocalyptic radiation. Genos deduces Saitama’s heroism transcends causality, merging timelines to undo disaster.

Tareo awakens, defending Garou as heroes debate executing him. Metal Bat halts the assault; King intervenes, urging redemption. Garou mocks Saitama before escaping, vowing revenge. Saitama shrugs, recalling Garou’s hidden heroics (saving Genos/King earlier).

Metal Knight arrives, deploying drones to clean nuclear fallout and confiscating Genos’ damaged body for repairs. As heroes disperse, Saitama sighs about his destroyed apartment—Genos’ revival his only concern. The clash of ideals ends, leaving Garou’s fate ambiguous but Saitama’s absurd heroism unchallenged.