Predicting the Covered Chapters of the Chainsaw Man Anime
Chainsaw Man is one of the most popular and acclaimed manga series of recent years, written and illustrated by Tatsuki Fujimoto. The manga follows the adventures of Denji, a young man who merges with his pet chainsaw dog Pochita, and becomes a devil hunter for the Public Safety Bureau. Along the way, he meets various allies and enemies, such as Makima, Power, Aki, Himeno, and the Gun Devil.
The manga series ran from December 2018 to December 2020 in the Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, and it has a total of 11 story arcs and 97 chapters. The manga has been praised for its unique and unpredictable plot, its dark and twisted humor, its dynamic and expressive art style, and its memorable and complex characters.
Fans of the manga have been eagerly waiting for the anime adaptation, which was announced in December 2020. The anime is produced by MAPPA, the same studio behind hit shows like Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan: The Final Season, and The God of High School. The anime is directed by Ryu Nakayama, who has worked on projects like Black Clover, Naruto Shippuden, and Darling in the Franxx. The anime is scheduled to premiere in 2023, but the exact date and number of episodes are not yet confirmed.
So, what chapters will the Chainsaw Man anime cover?
Based on the official trailer and the promotional poster, it seems that the anime will cover at least the first two arcs of the manga, which are the Introduction Arc and the Bat Devil Arc. These arcs introduce the main characters and their battles against various devils, such as the Bat Devil, the Leech Devil, the Tomato Devil, and the Zombie Devil. The trailer also shows glimpses of some scenes from the later arcs, such as the Eternity Devil Arc and the Katana Man Arc, but it is unclear how much of them will be adapted.
The Introduction Arc covers chapters 1 to 7 of the manga, and it establishes the premise and the setting of the story. It shows how Denji becomes a chainsaw man after Pochita sacrifices himself to save him from the Yakuza. It also introduces Makima, the mysterious and manipulative leader of Special Division 4, who recruits Denji as her subordinate. Makima gives Denji a simple goal: to live a normal life and enjoy the things he never had, such as food, money, and love. However, Denji soon realizes that his life is anything but normal, as he has to face the dangers and horrors of the devil’s world.
The Bat Devil Arc covers chapters 8 to 13 of the manga, and it expands the scope and the stakes of the story. It introduces more characters, such as Power, a fiend who has the blood of the Blood Devil, Aki, a serious and stoic devil hunter who lost his family to the Gun Devil, and Himeno, a cheerful and kind devil hunter who has a contract with the Ghost Devil. It also introduces the concept of devil contracts, which allow humans to gain supernatural abilities by offering a part of their body or soul to a devil. The arc revolves around the conflict between Denji and Power, who initially hate each other, but later form a bond after fighting against the Bat Devil, a powerful and sadistic devil who can manipulate sound waves.
The Eternity Devil Arc covers chapters 14 to 20 of the manga, and it introduces more mysteries and twists to the story. It introduces more characters, such as Kobeni, a clumsy and unlucky devil hunter who has a contract with the Violence Devil, Kishibe, a veteran and legendary devil hunter who is Makima’s mentor, and Quanxi, a former devil hunter who works for the Chinese mafia. It also introduces the concept of hybrids, which are beings who have both human and devil traits, such as Denji and Quanxi. The arc revolves around the hunt for the Eternity Devil, a devil who can trap people in an endless loop of time, and the revelation of Makima’s true nature and motives.
The Katana Man Arc covers chapters 21 to 32 of the manga, and it introduces more action and drama to the story. It introduces more characters, such as Reze, a beautiful and mysterious girl who befriends Denji, Angel, a depressed and cynical devil hunter who has a contract with the Angel Devil, and the Katana Man, a hybrid who wields a katana that can cut through anything. It also introduces the concept of the Chainsaw Devil, which is the original and primal form of Pochita, and the reason why Denji is targeted by other devils and organizations. The arc revolves around the romance between Denji and Reze, who turn out to be enemies, and the battle between Denji and the Katana Man, who is Reze’s partner.
These are the arcs that are most likely to be covered by the Chainsaw Man anime, based on the available information. However, there are still many more arcs and chapters that have not been shown in the trailer or the poster, such as the Bomb Girl Arc, the International Assassins Arc, the Gun Devil Arc, the Control Devil Arc, and the Hell Arc. These arcs introduce more characters, such as Beam, a shark fiend who becomes Denji’s friend, Santa Claus, a creepy old man who can control dolls, Makima’s allies and enemies from other countries, and the Gun Devil, the most feared and powerful devil in the world. These arcs also explore more themes, such as friendship, betrayal, identity, freedom, and fate.
The anime may cover some of these arcs, or at least tease them for a possible second season. However, it is also possible that the anime will end with the Katana Man Arc, or even earlier, depending on the pacing and the adaptation choices. The manga series has a very fast and dense plot, with many events and developments happening in each chapter. The anime might have to cut or change some parts of the manga to fit the format and the length of the episodes.
Whatever the case, the Chainsaw Man anime is expected to be a thrilling and captivating experience for both fans and newcomers to the series. The anime will bring the manga to life with its stunning animation, its expressive voice acting, and its fitting music. The anime will also introduce the series to a wider and global audience, and increase its popularity and influence. The Chainsaw Man anime is one of the most anticipated and hyped anime of 2023, and it will surely deliver a satisfying and unforgettable adaptation of the manga.
While the exact chapters covered in the Chainsaw Man anime remain speculative, these predictions are based on the narrative structure of the manga and the typical pacing of anime adaptations. Fans can anticipate a rollercoaster ride of emotions, intense battles, and shocking revelations as the Chainsaw Man anime brings Tatsuki Fujimoto’s masterpiece to life on the screen. As the release date approaches, fans can only wait with bated breath to see how the animated adaptation captures the essence of the acclaimed manga.
