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Marvelous is a character from the anime adaptation of the Perfect Origin Arc, which is part of the long-running Kinnikuman franchise. He is a member of the Perfect Large Numbers, an elite group of Perfect Chojin who serve as the second wave of invaders in the conflict against the Justice Chojin and Devil Chojin. His epithet within the group suggests a mastery related to ascension or elevation. Marvelous stands approximately 198 centimeters tall and weighs 130 kilograms, with a recorded Chojin Kyoudo, or superhuman strength level, of 18,000,000 power.
In terms of background, Marvelous is a practitioner of Chojin Kenpo, a martial art exclusive to superhumans. He trained at the same temple as Ramenman, the Justice Chojin representing China, making them fellow disciples of the same martial tradition despite belonging to opposing factions. Unlike Ramenman, Marvelous grew dissatisfied with the path of a standard Chojin and sought a more absolute form of strength. This pursuit led him to abandon his original allegiances and join the Perfect Chojin, an elite faction that regards all other superhumans as inferior and impure. His exact age and early life before his training are not detailed, but his dedication to perfecting his martial art is a defining feature of his character.
Personality wise, Marvelous embodies the rigid, uncompromising ideology of the Perfect Chojin. He is disciplined, confident in his abilities, and views those who have not achieved his level of perfection as lesser beings. He carries himself with a sense of pride and righteousness, believing that his cause is just and that the weak must be purged. However, beneath this facade of absolute certainty, there are hints of an internal struggle. The Japanese source material describes that hesitation or doubt in one's heart prevents a true, soul-filled strike, suggesting that Marvelous is aware of the importance of mental clarity and conviction in battle. This philosophy aligns with the disciplined nature of Chojin Kenpo, where focus and resolve are paramount.
His primary motivation is to prove the superiority of the Perfect Chojin through combat and to eliminate what he considers flawed superhumans. He is driven by a desire to uphold the laws of his faction, which demand that any Perfect Chojin who suffers defeat must take their own life. This code of honor, while harsh, underscores his willingness to sacrifice everything for the cause.
In the story of the Perfect Origin Arc, Marvelous serves as an antagonist who directly confronts the Justice Chojin. He participates in the conflict following the disruption of the peace treaty between the three superhuman factions. His role is to engage in the tournament style battles that break out between the Perfect Large Numbers and the opposing forces. He is specifically matched against Ramenman on the first stage of a pyramid shaped ring, a setting that recalls their shared history and martial arts background. This matchup is significant because it pits two masters of the same discipline against each other, forcing both to confront their divergent paths. Marvelous fights fiercely in this encounter, utilizing all of his techniques to overpower his former comrade. Ultimately, he is defeated by Ramenman. Following the code of the Perfect Chojin, which dictates death after failure, Marvelous uses the dragon heads on his shoulders to tear out his own heart, committing suicide rather than living with the dishonor of defeat.
Key relationships in his life include his connection to Ramenman. They are former training partners from the same temple, and their battle is laden with the weight of their shared past. Their fight represents a clash of philosophies: Ramenman, who chose to remain a Justice Chojin fighting for others, versus Marvelous, who sought perfect strength through ruthless elitism. Another important relationship involves his allies in the Perfect Large Numbers. He fights alongside members such as Nemesis, Grim Reaper, Jack Chi, and Polarman, and he answers to the leadership of Strong the Budo, the commander of the invasion. Within the structure of the Perfect Chojin, Marvelous is a loyal soldier, but his individual pride as a martial artist also drives his actions.
His character development is limited by his role as an antagonist who appears in a single arc. However, his story arc is a tragic one. He represents the extreme consequences of the Perfect Chojin ideology: the pursuit of absolute strength leads to isolation, a lack of compassion, and ultimately self destruction. His defeat and subsequent suicide illustrate the emptiness of that philosophy, serving as a contrast to the Justice Chojin belief in growth through bonds and struggle. His backstory as a disciple of Chojin Kenpo who turned away from his roots adds depth, showing that he was once on a similar path to Ramenman but made a different choice, one that ultimately cost him his life.
Notable abilities are centered on his mastery of Chojin Kenpo and a unique symbiotic relationship with two sentient dragons. Two dragon heads emerge from his shoulders, one red and one blue. These dragons possess their own wills and can act independently, sometimes behaving in ways that differ from Marvelous's own intentions. They serve both as offensive weapons and as defensive guardians, capable of extending their necks to strike at opponents from various angles. His fighting style combines traditional martial arts techniques with the unpredictable attacks of his dragon companions. His signature techniques include the Rising Dragon, the Twin Dragon Coil Hold, the Twin Dragon Simultaneous Flying Swallow, and the Four Arm Dragon Fist. The name Four Arm Dragon Fist suggests that he can coordinate his own fists with the dragons to deliver a barrage of simultaneous strikes. The dragons also play a role in his defeat, as he uses them to deliver the fatal blow to himself, showing that they are as much a part of his identity as they are tools in battle.
In terms of background, Marvelous is a practitioner of Chojin Kenpo, a martial art exclusive to superhumans. He trained at the same temple as Ramenman, the Justice Chojin representing China, making them fellow disciples of the same martial tradition despite belonging to opposing factions. Unlike Ramenman, Marvelous grew dissatisfied with the path of a standard Chojin and sought a more absolute form of strength. This pursuit led him to abandon his original allegiances and join the Perfect Chojin, an elite faction that regards all other superhumans as inferior and impure. His exact age and early life before his training are not detailed, but his dedication to perfecting his martial art is a defining feature of his character.
Personality wise, Marvelous embodies the rigid, uncompromising ideology of the Perfect Chojin. He is disciplined, confident in his abilities, and views those who have not achieved his level of perfection as lesser beings. He carries himself with a sense of pride and righteousness, believing that his cause is just and that the weak must be purged. However, beneath this facade of absolute certainty, there are hints of an internal struggle. The Japanese source material describes that hesitation or doubt in one's heart prevents a true, soul-filled strike, suggesting that Marvelous is aware of the importance of mental clarity and conviction in battle. This philosophy aligns with the disciplined nature of Chojin Kenpo, where focus and resolve are paramount.
His primary motivation is to prove the superiority of the Perfect Chojin through combat and to eliminate what he considers flawed superhumans. He is driven by a desire to uphold the laws of his faction, which demand that any Perfect Chojin who suffers defeat must take their own life. This code of honor, while harsh, underscores his willingness to sacrifice everything for the cause.
In the story of the Perfect Origin Arc, Marvelous serves as an antagonist who directly confronts the Justice Chojin. He participates in the conflict following the disruption of the peace treaty between the three superhuman factions. His role is to engage in the tournament style battles that break out between the Perfect Large Numbers and the opposing forces. He is specifically matched against Ramenman on the first stage of a pyramid shaped ring, a setting that recalls their shared history and martial arts background. This matchup is significant because it pits two masters of the same discipline against each other, forcing both to confront their divergent paths. Marvelous fights fiercely in this encounter, utilizing all of his techniques to overpower his former comrade. Ultimately, he is defeated by Ramenman. Following the code of the Perfect Chojin, which dictates death after failure, Marvelous uses the dragon heads on his shoulders to tear out his own heart, committing suicide rather than living with the dishonor of defeat.
Key relationships in his life include his connection to Ramenman. They are former training partners from the same temple, and their battle is laden with the weight of their shared past. Their fight represents a clash of philosophies: Ramenman, who chose to remain a Justice Chojin fighting for others, versus Marvelous, who sought perfect strength through ruthless elitism. Another important relationship involves his allies in the Perfect Large Numbers. He fights alongside members such as Nemesis, Grim Reaper, Jack Chi, and Polarman, and he answers to the leadership of Strong the Budo, the commander of the invasion. Within the structure of the Perfect Chojin, Marvelous is a loyal soldier, but his individual pride as a martial artist also drives his actions.
His character development is limited by his role as an antagonist who appears in a single arc. However, his story arc is a tragic one. He represents the extreme consequences of the Perfect Chojin ideology: the pursuit of absolute strength leads to isolation, a lack of compassion, and ultimately self destruction. His defeat and subsequent suicide illustrate the emptiness of that philosophy, serving as a contrast to the Justice Chojin belief in growth through bonds and struggle. His backstory as a disciple of Chojin Kenpo who turned away from his roots adds depth, showing that he was once on a similar path to Ramenman but made a different choice, one that ultimately cost him his life.
Notable abilities are centered on his mastery of Chojin Kenpo and a unique symbiotic relationship with two sentient dragons. Two dragon heads emerge from his shoulders, one red and one blue. These dragons possess their own wills and can act independently, sometimes behaving in ways that differ from Marvelous's own intentions. They serve both as offensive weapons and as defensive guardians, capable of extending their necks to strike at opponents from various angles. His fighting style combines traditional martial arts techniques with the unpredictable attacks of his dragon companions. His signature techniques include the Rising Dragon, the Twin Dragon Coil Hold, the Twin Dragon Simultaneous Flying Swallow, and the Four Arm Dragon Fist. The name Four Arm Dragon Fist suggests that he can coordinate his own fists with the dragons to deliver a barrage of simultaneous strikes. The dragons also play a role in his defeat, as he uses them to deliver the fatal blow to himself, showing that they are as much a part of his identity as they are tools in battle.