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Caped Muscle man
The unlikely clumsy and gluttonous goof who rises to become the rightful prince of Planet Kinniku a champion of the Chojin. Fans know this character represented in multiple figures of the M.U.S.C.L.E. toy series is known as Kinnikuman.
With one of the most iconic finishing techniques to attacks in the manga, the Kinniku Buster is a maneuver hoists his opponent upside down and drives them head first into the mat. This trademark move of Kinnikuman with variations like the Kinniku Driver in hist later arsenal represented both ingenuity and raw power.
When Yudetamago debuted the manga series originally Japan this superhero blending parody and slapstick comedy also offered amazingly intense pro wrestling style battles with contenders from across the galaxy. All while retaining a protagonist plotline for the character embracing friendship and teamwork.
When Mattel brought the original Kinnikuman keshi toy line figures to American audiences through their franchise cooperations with the creators the manufacturers at Bandai and Popy. This figure sculpture made the grade for inclusion in the M.U.S.C.L.E. series as #17 to add a caped hero version of him to the creatures bound for the new market.