Warning: SPOILERS for Chainsaw Man chapter #179
Chainsaw Man’s Primal Devils are often the strongest in the series, as the more a concept is feared, the more powerful its corresponding devil becomes.When the Aging Devil made its first appearancethough, it never came off as much of a threat. It launched an attack on full-power Pochita, during which the Primal Devil’s hands were sliced clean off by his chainsaws.The Aging Devil seems to have been holding back, however, as the newest chapter #179, titled, “Vamvagah”, suggests the devil may beChainsaw Man’s strongest yet.
With a burning passion for turning Pochita into one of her weapons,the War Devil has shown a monstrous sidethat has largely been at rest since her first introduction. Now trigger-happy, Yoru’s new arms have turned her into a war machine, the devil sparing little thought for her actions aside from attacking. Rushing into battle with Aging would spell disaster for Yoru, and in turn, Asa, asthe pair seem to stand little chance at survival in a fight with the Primal Devil.
The Aging Devil Turns Yoru’s Strongest Attack Into Child’s Play
The War Devil’s “Bang!” Becomes Useless
Pochita, still in pieces on the ground, kindly asking for blood donations, and Yoru, seemingly mad with power, are now in grave danger while in the presence of the Aging Devil. Chainsaw Man may be relatively safe from harm, as Aging is shown to be far more interested in being eaten than it is fighting the Hero of Hell. Yoru, on the other hand, is notably vulnerable.
In the previous chapter #178, Yoru unleashed an attack courtesy of the Statue of Liberty, which ripped across oceans from New York to Tokyo,before nearly turning Chainsaw Man to dust. The iconic “Bang” move, popularized by Makima in Part One ofChainsaw Man, was given a near-impossible power-up through the sacrifice of the fingers of pistol owners throughout the United States. With such a move in her arsenal, Yoru’s fight with Pochita seemed all but over.
However,Chainsaw Manwouldn’t be itself without author Tatsuki Fujimoto’s trademark twists and turns, andthe newest chapter wastes no time in trivializing Yoru’s new weapon. When she fires it once again, this time at the Aging Devil, without so much as lifting a finger, it instantly immobilizes the shot, before melting it into what appears to be sand.
Seeming entirely unfazed, if not a little annoyed by the War Devil’s attack,Aging becomes ready for battle, remarking that both Pochita and Yoru need to grow up. The line is fitting, as shortly before Yoru fires her weapon, she easily manipulates Asa into giving up control of her body, showcasing the immaturity in her entirely unfounded trust in Yoru. As that’s happening, Pochita is still providing comedic relief with his little sign for blood donations.
Aging Devil Joining the Fight Puts Chainsaw Man and Yoru in Serious Danger
Aging Devil’s Primal Abilities May Be Too Much for Pochita’s and Yoru’s Brute Strength
Primal Devils, like Falling and Darkness, have been shown to function on a different scale than devils like Pochita and Yoru.The Falling Devil could open portals to Helland manipulate gravity, while Darkness nearly decimated the entire cast, including Makima, in Part One. Now, Aging Devil is capable of halting projectiles moving at impossible speeds with little effort. Neither Yoru nor Pochita, especially in his current condition, will be capable of defeating the Aging Devil with their usual brute strength.
Unsurprisingly, the Aging Devil seems able to age things at will, as shown by the bullet turning to dust, an ability likely powerful enough to destroy Pochita and Yoru, leaving no trace of either devil behind. The only one capable of stopping Yoru from impulsively rushing to her death is Asa, and it’s reasonable to predict that while in control of her body, she may try to revive Pochita in a desperate plea for help. The War Devil may have an absolute breakdown, but the only viable path to victory will likely involvethe one-sided rivalry becoming a short-term partnership.
It would also be reasonable to assume that Part Two ofChainsaw Manis nearing its conclusion. The Aging Devil is naturally tied tothe still mysterious Death Devil, and the upcoming showdown may just lead to the final enemy’s long-awaited reveal. Regardless, Chainsaw Man and Yoru would be wise to draw up a plan of attack, orneither will last long enough to witness the series' end. Whether the two team up or not, upcoming chapters ofChainsaw Manare all but guaranteed to venture in some unexpected direction.
Chainsaw Man
Chainsaw Manis a dark fantasy manga created by Tatsuki Fujimoto. The series follows Denji, a young man who merges with his devil-dog Pochita to become Chainsaw Man. He joins the Public Safety Devil Hunters to fight devils threatening Japan. The series explores themes of violence, power, and survival. Since its debut in 2018,Chainsaw Manhas gained immense popularity, leading to a critically acclaimed anime adaptation.
