The lineup is a diverse collection of fighting styles, including:
Organized by the eccentric Mitsunari Tokugawa, the tournament is designed to answer one question: who is the strongest fighter on Earth? The rules are minimalist—no weapons, but almost everything else is permitted to ensure every grandmaster can utilize their "strongest secret moves". Grappler Baki: Saidai Tournament-hen (Dub)
Represented by the reigning champion and protagonist, Baki Hanma. Traditional Styles: Karate, Jujutsu, and Kung Fu masters. The lineup is a diverse collection of fighting
The Maximum Tournament is more than just a series of fights; it is the foundation for the entire modern Baki franchise seen today on Netflix. It introduces many of the series' most iconic recurring characters—like Doppo Orochi, Goki Shibukawa, and Retsu Kaioh—and sets the tone for the bizarre, brutal, and philosophical approach to combat that the series is known for. Traditional Styles: Karate, Jujutsu, and Kung Fu masters