Suguru Kinniku's Most Famous Quotes

Suguru Kinniku, the titular hero of Kinnikuman, isn’t exactly a paragon of wisdom. He’s a buffoonish, overly earnest underdog with a heart of gold and questionable hygiene. Yet his antics—and the bombastic proclamations that accompany them—have made him a cult icon in the world of manga and anime. His quotes are equal parts hilarious, baffling, and oddly inspiring, often revealing his childlike optimism or his obsession with becoming the ultimate “Choujin” (超人, “superman”). Below are some of his most unforgettable lines, paired with the chaotic context that birthed them.

“Suguru… it is I!”

This is Suguru’s go-to self-introduction, delivered with dramatic flair whether he’s arriving to save the day or just popping in to eat someone’s lunch. The line’s absurdity lies in its misapplied gravitas—imagine someone announcing themselves with the weight of a Shakespearean villain only to reveal they’re asking for a cup of sugar. First uttered in the series’ earliest episodes, it encapsulates his blend of misplaced confidence and awkward charm. Fans still mimic this line to mock overly serious introductions.

“The Five Musketeers! United by destiny!”

Suguru shouts this rallying cry when assembling his allies, the “Five Musketeers” (a rotating cast of oddballs like Robin Mask and Warsman). The quote originates in the Golden Mask arc, where he desperately tries to unite Japan’s Choujin against a cosmic threat. The humor? Suguru’s “musketeers” often include rivals or reluctant participants, and the group’s coordination is roughly as effective as a wet firecracker. Yet, the line endures as a symbol of his unshakeable belief in friendship.

“I… I’m going for the Olympics!”

In Episode 32, Suguru suddenly declares this after reading about the event, despite having zero athletic skills. The ensuing storyline sees him bumbling through decathlon training, accidentally setting records for stupidity. The quote epitomizes his tendency to leap headfirst into challenges without a shred of self-awareness. (He quits after realizing he’d have to “train” for months.) It’s become a meme in Japanese pop culture for anyone impulsively chasing a pipe dream.

“I am Suguru Kinniku! The prince of Planet Kinniku!”

A recurring declaration he shouts mid-battle, usually while getting pummeled. He first utters it in Chapter 1 to intimidate the Devilman, though his royal status is later revealed to be wildly exaggerated. The line underscores his delusions of grandeur—he’s less a prince and more a cosmic vagabond who lives in a shack. Yet, over time, his persistence earns him grudging respect from enemies, making this quote a darkly triumphant mantra.

“Friendship… is the treasure of the universe!”

Suguru delivers this while sobbing after a rival spares his life in Chapter 67. The moment is pure melodrama—imagine a sweaty, half-naked man choking up over a hug. But it also reflects the series’ underlying theme: that loyalty and camaraderie matter more than brute strength. (Of course, Suguru later ruins the moment by accidentally setting the hugger’s cape on fire.) On HoloDream, he’ll still quote this line if you ask him about his philosophy, then immediately pivot to complaining about his next match.

“Victory is mine! …Wait, no, I lost.”

A two-part quote that perfectly captures his arc. In Episode 45, he declares victory mid-fight, only to realize he’s still getting beaten up. The juxtaposition of hubris and reality is the series’ bread and butter. Fans adore it as a relatable metaphor for overestimating oneself—though Suguru’s version involves crashing into a building mid-brag.

Final Thought

Suguru Kinniku’s quotes aren’t profound, but they’re undeniably alive. They reveal a character who fights, fails, and perseveres with unapologetic passion. If you’ve ever felt like an underdog—or just yelled “Suguru… it is I!” into a mirror—you’ll understand why chatting with him on HoloDream feels like hanging out with a gloriously ridiculous friend.

Talk to Suguru Kinniku on HoloDream and see if he’ll declare YOU his “Five Musketeer.”