The highly anticipated release of Chainsaw Man chapter 198 on April 1, 2025, has left fans reeling as mangaka Tatsuki Fujimoto unveils the true identity of the Death Devil. This shocking revelation not only stunned readers but also fundamentally reinterpreted the entire narrative arc of the manga’s second part up to this point.
Social media has been ablaze with discussions surrounding this monumental plot twist, with many fans declaring it the most significant twist in the series to date. Some are even predicting that it may go down as one of the best twists seen in anime and manga throughout all of 2025.
The Unveiling of the Death Devil: A Stunning Revelation
In chapter 198, the character formerly believed to be the Famine Devil, known as Fami, is revealed to actually be the Death Devil. The issue features an official introduction of Death, who openly apologizes to Fami for appropriating her name, thus clarifying their true identities. This twist redefines the narrative significantly.
Initially introduced in chapter 108, the character previously assumed to be Fami was confirmed to be the leader of the Chainsaw Man Church, identified as Death among the Four Horsemen Devils. The true identity of Fami, characterized as the real Famine Devil, was only revealed towards the end of chapter 195. This newfound understanding alters the entire interpretation of the story’s second part, generating substantial discourse among fans.
The ripple effect of this twist, despite its seemingly straightforward nature, amplifies its impact. In hindsight, readers found clues that hinted at the deception, such as the peculiar posture of Death’s head, reminiscent of a hanged person, which had gone unnoticed until now.
Fans React: Shock and Awe at the Reveal
Unsurprisingly, fan responses to Fujimoto’s clever twist have been overwhelmingly positive. On social media, many expressed their astonishment through vibrant reactions. Here are some of the comments that capture the essence of their surprise:
“// #csm198 WE’VE BEEN WITH THE DEATH DEVIL ALL ALONG??? HER???? ITS FAMI??,” questioned one fan.
“We were wrong all this time #csm198,” posted another.
“You mean to tell me Fami was the real Death Devil this entire time? Insane plot twist #csm198,” commented a third.
“#csm198 FAMI IS THE REAL DEATH DEVIL?????? The way I stood up from my seat like a dad watching football…” shared a fourth.
Other fans took the opportunity to congratulate Fujimoto on his creative ingenuity. Their praise ranged from enthusiastic to humorous, highlighting how typical it is for him to deliver such unexpected twists:
“FUIJIMOYO NEVER DISAPPOINTS. NAYSAYERS IN SHAMBLES. WE LET BRO COOK FOR A REASON #CSM198,” exclaimed one reader.
“Not gonna lie Fujimoto you got me with this… Didn’t expect Fami to be Death this whole time [loudly crying face emoji] #csm198,” shared a second.
“Fujimoto pulling the death and famine devil plot twist for April Fool’s is just vile but so expected from him [loudly crying face emoji] #csm198,” pointed out a third.
“#csm198 JUST WHEN WE THOUGHT FUJIMOTO WOULDN’T DO IT AGAIN, JUST WHEN WE BELIEVED THAT SHE WAS DEATH… this absolutely PSYCHOPATH does it again…” proclaimed a fourth.
Regardless of how individual fans are processing the shocking reveal in chapter 198, the overarching sentiment is one of admiration and astonishment. The vibrancy of discussions surrounding this twist confirms that the majority of fans are drawing highly positive conclusions from the episode. As excitement builds for the next chapter, readers can look forward to the release of chapter 199, scheduled for April 9, 2025, in Japan.