On April 1, 2025, Chainsaw Man chapter 198 was released, revealing the highly anticipated emergence of the Death Devil. Fans were surprised to discover that the Death Devil had been lurking in plain sight all along. Initially, the new female devil introduced in the prior chapter was thought to be the Death Devil, but in reality, she was identified as the Famine Devil.
This twist was brilliantly delivered by Tatsuki Fujimoto, who cleverly used the character Fami and the revelation to play an elaborate prank on his audience, coinciding with April Fools’ Day. This masterstroke makes Fujimoto one of the industry’s most entertaining storytellers. While many jokes may be quickly conceived, Fujimoto’s setup has been in the making since Fami’s debut, culminating in a surprising payoff for fans.
Disclaimer: This article contains potential spoilers from the manga series and reflects the author’s perspective.
The Significant Events of April 1, 2025, in Chainsaw Man
April Fools’ Day will be remembered not just for pranks, but for the release of the newest chapter of Chainsaw Man. The previous installment depicted a new female devil, who claimed she could liberate humanity from the fears instilled by the Death Devil. However, her attempt was thwarted by the fake Chainsaw Devil, who misidentified her as the Death Devil.
The story picked up with the female devil desperately pleading for her life before the counterfeit Chainsaw Devil. In a moment of desperation, she even offered money in exchange for her survival, hoping to save humanity in the process. Meanwhile, the fake Chainsaw Devil boasted about their journey in search of the true Death Devil.
To everyone’s astonishment, just as the female devil was reforming her dismembered body, she introduced herself as Fami, the Famine Devil. This revelation only added to the confusion surrounding the true nature of the characters.
As Fami prepared to disclose the identity of the true Death Devil, the real Fami (previously assumed to be the Famine Devil) appeared, calling upon the Falling Devil to subdue everyone present. In a moment of apology, the fake Fami addressed the real Fami for appropriating her name up until that point.
This startling twist unveiled a layer of irony: the character believed to be combating the arrival of the Death Devil was, in fact, the embodiment of the Great King of Terror—one of the Four Horsemen and the ultimate Death Devil. The choice to reveal this plot twist on April Fools’ Day amplifies the absurdity of the situation.
Every year, fans anticipate surprising rumors and announcements, often related to sequels that never materialize. Yet, Fujimoto creatively cultivated this particular narrative from the moment Fami was introduced, ultimately executing it flawlessly on April 1, 2025, leaving his audience in awe.
Concluding Thoughts
The current narrative arc in Chainsaw Man may serve as a compelling reason for former fans to revisit the series after part 1. With the Prophecy of Nostradamus now actively unfolding and the Death Devil manifest on Earth, readers are left wondering: could this signify the advent of the much-feared Age of Devils?
- Explore the implications of the Prophecy of Nostradamus.
- Speculate on the role of Fami moving forward.