The manhwa "How to Fight," also known as "Viral Hit," follows the story of Yoo Hobin, a physically weak and bullied high school student who learns to fight using strategy and various martial arts techniques. Hobin streams his fights on a platform called NewTube, where he confronts bullies and gains notoriety. Key points about fighting in the manhwa:
- Hobin starts with no fighting skills and is often overpowered. He learns from a YouTube-like series by a character called the Chicken Man, who teaches him practical fighting techniques such as the calf kick, overhand punch, and dodging maneuvers.
- He emphasizes strategy over brute strength, adapting his style to counter different types of fighters including amateurs, Taekwondo specialists, wrestlers, kickboxers, boxers, and MMA fighters.
- Hobin trains rigorously, practicing specific moves like the calf kick 1,000 times and strengthening his body through various exercises.
- He uses environmental tactics, such as choosing confined spaces to limit opponents' kicking range and employing surprise moves like chokeholds.
- Throughout the series, Hobin improves by learning new martial arts techniques (Taekwondo, Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu) and combining them effectively to overcome stronger opponents.
- The story highlights the importance of adaptability, intelligence, and determination in fighting, showing Hobin using any means necessary to win, including unconventional tactics like biting.
- Hobin's journey includes battles against increasingly skilled fighters, culminating in fights against professional MMA fighters and other formidable opponents, showcasing his growth and tactical prowess.
This manhwa teaches fighting as a combination of technique, strategy, and mental toughness rather than just physical power
. It is available to read on platforms like Webtoon and MangaDex
. In summary, "How to Fight" is a fighting manhwa that focuses on learning and applying diverse martial arts skills and fight strategies to overcome bullying and stronger adversaries.
