"One Punch Man" season 2 is in the works and it continues to excite fans with some speculations on its first episode,as well as some potential release timelines.

The first episode for "One Punch Man" season 2 is set to be entitled "The First Hero," Cross Map has learned. As per the publication, the episode will see Lord Boros' enhanced strength, as he is now able to counter Saitama's punches. In addition, the character is set to possess some regenerative powers, which implies that he is capable of enduring some hits from his opponents, as well as healing faster than before.

The episode reveals that Lord Boros and Saitama's fight leads to a tie, since the former is able to counter the latter. Nonetheless, this prompts Saitama to use his strongest punch, the serious punch, against Boros, which clobbers the latter into dust.

Episode 1 is also set to introduce another villain named Amai Mask, a Class A Rank. A former good man, Mask joined the dark side, as he believes that the Class S heroes are responsible for multiple damages in the city. Whether he and Saitama are set to have their first fight in the episode is yet to be revealed.

Along with the episode 1 details, it is rumored that "One Punch Man" season 2 is set to pick-up exactly where it left off.

In other news, rumors have unveiled the possible air date for "One Punch Man" season 2. According to Christian Times, the second season of the hit anime series is set to hit televisions in October. In contrast, Otakuart suggests that the show might take two years to finish, which brings it to a 2018 release date. However, a 2016 release seems more feasible, as per the reports.

"One Punch Man" season 2 has begun its production in February, as per series co-creator Murata Yusuke.

Overall, "One Punch Man" season 2 is expected to premiere this year.