The lineup is a diverse collection of fighting styles, including:

(The Maximum Tournament) is often cited as the definitive peak of the original 2001 anime series . While the first season focused on Baki’s childhood and his climb through the underground arena, the Maximum Tournament arc raises the stakes by gathering 38 of the world's most elite martial artists into a single, no-holds-barred bracket. The Ultimate Martial Arts Showcase

Pro-wrestlers, street brawlers, and even biological anomalies. Baki’s Evolution

The Maximum Tournament is more than just a series of fights; it is the foundation for the entire modern Baki franchise seen today on Netflix. It introduces many of the series' most iconic recurring characters—like Doppo Orochi, Goki Shibukawa, and Retsu Kaioh—and sets the tone for the bizarre, brutal, and philosophical approach to combat that the series is known for.

Represented by the reigning champion and protagonist, Baki Hanma. Traditional Styles: Karate, Jujutsu, and Kung Fu masters.

Organized by the eccentric Mitsunari Tokugawa, the tournament is designed to answer one question: who is the strongest fighter on Earth? The rules are minimalist—no weapons, but almost everything else is permitted to ensure every grandmaster can utilize their "strongest secret moves".