Fist of the North Star (1989, Viz)

Fist of the North Star ran for 8 issues (1989–1989). Publishing format: limited series. Set in a post apocalyptic world, the series follows the journey of Kenshiro, the successor of Hokuto Shinken, a secret martial arts style that allows its practitioner to destroy an opponent's body from within by striking into their secret channeling points, often resulting in a violent and gruesome death. Kenshiro uses his skills to protect the weak and innocent against the numerous villains that threaten their survival.