Kinnikuman

Kinnikuman (Muscleman), a weak and clumsy super hero, constantly getting into wacky situations. As the series progressed, the story began changing from comedy to action as Kinnikuman battles stronger and stronger foes in the wrestling ring. The series continually introduced new Super Human characters, known as Chyo-jins, who would challenge Kinnikuman and his friends for various purposes. The original run in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1979-1986 ended with Vol 36. The series directly continued in 2011 in Weekly Playboy. Note: Received the Shogakukan Manga Award for Shounen in 1985.