Uglymug, Epicfighter

Uglymug, Epicfighter

Company type	Media franchise
Industry	Entertainment
Founded	February 19, 2015 (2015-02-19)
Founder	Ryō Hiromatsu
Headquarters	Japan
Products	Web novel, manga, light novel, anime television series

Uglymug, Epicfighter is a Japanese web novel created by Ryō Hiromatsu, which was published on the user-generated site Shōsetsuka ni Narō from February 2015 until October 2022. This narrative was later adapted into a manga series illustrated by Osamu Kozuki, serialized in Square Enix's Monthly Big Gangan magazine between November 2017 and December 2020, and compiled into six collected volumes. Additionally, a light novel version featuring artwork by Akira Banpai was released by Kobunsha under the Kobunsha Light Books label in May 2018. An anime television series adaptation produced by White Fox premiered in July 2025.

Characters

The protagonist is an unattractive man who sacrificed his physical appearance to acquire extraordinary strength and combat abilities as the party’s fighter. Previously employed as a salesman, he was falsely accused of molestation, resulting in job loss and developing a fear of women. To earn extra bonus points, he deliberately imposed several handicaps on himself, including sustaining damage upon contact with women.

The party’s mage, a 17-year-old girl who is physically attractive despite having low appearance statistics.

The party’s hero, a handsome man capable of transforming into Aldean, which grants him invulnerability. He formerly served as CEO of the company where the protagonist worked before it collapsed due to an AI-related incident.

The party’s hunter known only as Reeze—a name assigned by Seika—is Seiji’s younger sister who possesses the unique ability to interpret Special Notes left by other adventurers.

Web novel

Ryō Hiromatsu authored Uglymug, Epicfighter, which was serialized online on Shōsetsuka ni Narō from February 19, 2015, through October 15, 2022.

Manga

The manga adaptation, drawn by Osamu Kozuki, appeared in Square Enix's Monthly Big Gangan magazine from November 25, 2017, until December 25, 2020. The chapters were gathered into six tankōbon volumes released between April 25, 2018, and February 25, 2021.

English readers can access the manga through Square Enix's Manga Up! Global application.

A sequel manga titled Busamen Gachi Fighter SSS, also illustrated by Kozuki, began its run in the same publication on December 25, 2024. As of June 2025, its chapters have been compiled into one tankōbon volume.

Light novel

A light novel edition featuring illustrations by Akira Banpai was published under Kobunsha’s Kobunsha Light Books imprint on May 18, 2018.

Anime

An anime television adaptation was officially announced on November 18, 2024. The series is produced by Egg Firm, animated by White Fox, and directed by Toshiyuki Sone. Kenta Ihara serves as series composer; Miki Matsumoto handles character design; and Ryo Kawasaki composes the music. The show premiered on July 6, 2025, airing on Tokyo MX and other networks. The opening theme song is "My Way" performed by TEMPEST; the ending theme "Bansōkō" (Bandage) is sung by Miyu Kaneko. Crunchyroll holds global streaming rights for the series, while Medialink manages Southeast Asian distribution through Ani-One Asia's YouTube channel.

External links

• on Shōsetsuka ni Narō