The protagonist of the manga Blaster Knuckle, and quite possibly the coolest Black manga character EVER.Victor Freeman is a former champion prize fighter in the 1880's. With his customized weapon, The Blaster Knuckle, he hunts down and ruthlessly exterminates demons. Possessing phenomenal strength and speed, he seemingly does the impossible, amazing friends and foes alike.As a Black man wanted for murder, Victor Freeman constantly confronts racism in a post radical reconstruction United States. In spite of it, he shows remarkable agency, and accomplishes his goals against overwhelming odds. Victor has powerful resolve, discipline and determination. Everything about this guy is bad-ass.A live action Blaster Knuckle movie would have to star Michael Jai White.
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