The story follows , an orphan who grows up to become a legendary but brutal wrestler known as "The Yellow Devil".

Historically published by Panini Comics (Planet Manga) in a 14-volume pocket format, and more recently by Saldapress in a 7-volume "New Edition" featuring extra content.

The story serves as a social commentary on post-war Japan, focusing on poverty, orphancy, and the use of sports (specifically puroresu or Japanese wrestling) as a means of personal and social redemption. Plot and Major Characters

L'Uomo Tigre (Tiger Mask) is a seminal manga series created by writer and illustrator Naoki Tsuji , originally published in Japan between 1968 and 1971. While many fans in Italy are familiar with the 1982 anime adaptation L'Uomo Tigre, il campione , the manga offers a darker, more visceral exploration of its protagonist's moral struggle. Manga Series Overview Original Publication: 14 volumes (70 chapters) by Kodansha.