The original manga 'Fist of the North Star' by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara debuts, laying the groundwork for later adaptations including video games.
The 'Fist of the North Star' anime series premiers, popularizing the franchise beyond manga readers.
Sega releases 'Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise' for PlayStation 4 in Japan, combining the classic manga story with action-adventure gameplay.
Sega publishes the English localization of 'Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise' for PlayStation 4, expanding its audience.
The Land of Asura is established as a hub of power and survival amid the chaos of the wasteland, attracting gangs and warlords.
Kenshiro finds and rescues Bat and Rin, who become his companions in the wasteland after he awakens his hidden powers.
The Doomsday Army, a brutal gang imposing tyranny over the Land of Asura, rises to power under the leadership of General Kaioh.
Kenshiro confronts and battles the Doomsday Army to restore peace and protect the weak from their oppression.
Kenshiro uncovers his true lineage as the successor of the Hokuto Shinken, a deadly martial art destined to bring justice.
Kenshiro engages in a decisive battle with the ruthless warlord Kaioh, aiming to end terror in the Land of Asura.
Following the defeat of Kaioh and the Doomsday Army, peace and a spark of hope begin to return to the Land of Asura.
