Character Profile
| Name: | Satoru |
| Alias: | • Mumen Rider • Licenseless Rider • Bicyclist of Justice |
| Type: | Human |
| Gender: | Male |
| Status: | Alive |
| Hero Class: | Class C Rank 1 |
| Alliance: | Hero Association |
| Abilities: | • Skilled Cyclist • Basic Combat Prowess |
| Techniques: | • Justice Crash • Justice Tackle |
Mumen Rider is a Class C hero known for his heroic spirit and dedication despite having no superpowers.
His real name is Satoru, and he is often seen riding his bicycle, from which he derives his name “Mumen Rider,” meaning “Licenseless Rider.”
Although he lacks physical strength and special abilities, he possesses an unbreakable sense of duty and justice.
He even fought Deep Sea King despite the other high ranking heroes fail to defeat the monster.
He also advances with the series in the One Punch Man universe despite being an ordinary hero.
Appearance
- Cyclist Attire: Mumen Rider’s appearance reflects his commitment to his cycling theme. He sports a green helmet and brown protective padding over a sleek black cyclist suit, which provides both mobility and a bit of armor. His goggles and gloves give him the look of a determined, professional cyclist.
- Average Physique: Mumen Rider has no extraordinary physical attributes. His physique appears to be that of an average, physically fit individual.
Personality
- Unwavering Determination: Mumen Rider embodies the spirit of heroism despite lacking significant power. He confronts the Paradisers, knowing he’s severely outmatched, showcasing his courage and dedication to protecting the innocent.
- Selfless and Courageous: Mumen Rider prioritizes the safety of others above his well-being. He willingly puts himself in harm’s way to intervene in dangerous situations, demonstrating his selfless nature.
- Brave and Unselfish: Despite knowing he has no chance of winning, he still tries to fight powerful enemies like the Deep Sea King to try and stop him because he’s the only one left.
- Resilient and Indomitable: Despite being hospitalized after receiving multiple injuries from Garou, Satoru gets out of bed to help with the rescue mission efforts at the epicenter of the Hero versus Monsters battle.
Quote
Stop right there, villains! I am the bicyclist for Justice known as Mumen Rider!
-MR versus the Paradisers
I know more than anyone else that I will never beat you. But I must fight you anyway. I’m the only one left.
-MR versus Deep Sea King
It’s not about winning or losing! I just have to stand here and face you!
-To Deep Sea King
Abilities, Power, and Skills
- Skilled Cyclist: Mumen Rider’s primary mode of transportation and likely his main combat asset is his bicycle. His proficiency in cycling allows him to maneuver quickly and use his bike for offensive or defensive purposes.
- Basic Combat Prowess: Mumen Rider possesses basic combat skills, given his role as a hero. However, his physical strength and fighting techniques are limited compared to those of higher-ranked heroes.
Attacks
- Stand-up Pedaling Mode: Satoru stands up while pedaling his bicycle to increase speed, arrive faster, and “Roar” his Justice.
- Justice Crash: Crash and throws his bicycle to the opponent’ but doesn’t deal much damage. He uses this attack at the entrance of his fight.
- Justice Tackle: He grabs his opponent from behind aiming to subdue him. But he can’t pull off the attack successfully since he can’t lift the enemy.
Equipment and Weapons Used
Bicycle of Justice: Mumen Rider’s most notable piece of equipment is his bicycle, which serves as both transportation and a potential weapon. Tank Top Master even backride with him to head to the fight scene.
Enemies Fought
Victories
- Gyoffrey: Mumen Rider acted as bait and let the mysterious being “Gyoffrey” beat him in order for Tank Top Master to attack and defeat the monster.
Satoru has no recorded wins when fighting monsters one on one. But he has excellent track records of performing heroic deeds simply by helping people.
Defeats
- Vaccine Man: Wasn’t able to get near the Dragon-Level Monster.
- Paradisers: Mumen Rider confronts the Paradisers to stop their rampage. He was swiftly defeated, given the Paradisers’ strength and his C-Class ranking.
- Deep Sea King: He was slammed and punched by the Deep Sea King who tried to stop him in Chapter 27 of the manga.
- Garou: Garou easily smashed Mumen Rider’s face to the ground who attempted to attack him from behind using his Justice Crash.
Rank
Mumen Rider is a Class C Rank 1 hero of the hero Association despite having no superpowers of his own.
Fate
Though he has no superpowers, Mumen Rider is one of the most interesting characters in One Punch Man.
He continues to perform heroic deeds through rescue missions despite being severely injured. He embodies true justice and heroism despite lacking any superpowers.
Mumen Rider continues to move forward in the series, and spoiler have it he will have his breakthrough in the future series.
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