When Trying to Get Back at the Hometown Bullies, Another Battle Began

When Trying to Get Back at the Hometown Bullies, Another Battle Began is a manga series created by Kengo Matsumoto, which began serialization in 2021. The narrative belongs to the 'revenge' subgenre, focusing on a protagonist who returns to his hometown after finding success, only to be confronted by the ghosts of his past. It originated within the modern digital-first publishing landscape, aiming to capitalize on the audience's appetite for psychological conflict and dramatic social retribution.

The character designs and visual storytelling reflect Matsumoto's focus on grounded, character-driven tension rather than high-fantasy tropes. The series attempts to balance the protagonist's internal struggle with the external machinations of those he left behind, offering a look at the lingering impact of childhood trauma and social hierarchy. It has been received as a contemplative entry in the seinen demographic, noted for its steady pacing and dark, introspective approach to the revenge narrative.