: He represents the peak of human capability.
The central theme of this chapter is the metaphorical "line" drawn by Ricardo Martinez and Mamoru Takamura. It suggests that boxing isn't just a sport once you reach the world stage; it's a bloodsport that demands a complete detachment from normal life. 145 : Monsters Appear! Don't Mess with the Whit...
: Fighters like Ippo are "too nice" to cross into this darkness. Ricardo Martinez: The Calm Monster : He represents the peak of human capability