Chainsaw Man part 2 chapter 173 was published on August 6, 2024, and unveiled the true intentions of the Public Safety Department in their experiment to determine if Chainsaw Man is capable of regurgitating devils.
Despite the recent few chapters generating a lot of hype and positive reception, the overall reception for part 2 of Chainsaw Man during its serialization has been mixed.
By considering both the overall reactions and the actual content of the chapter, along with its payoff, it becomes possible to distinguish the superior chapters from those that did not meet expectations.
Please note: The following article offers insights on Chainsaw Man part 2 and expresses the author’s personal thoughts. Spoilers are included.
Best Chapters from Chainsaw Man Part 2
1) Chapter 106
Although Chainsaw Man part 2 was met with a mix of opinions, the beginning was particularly tumultuous. Some longtime fans noted a shift in the overall tone of the story from the lingering horror elements of Part 1 to a more active and slightly comedic horror in Part 2.
Despite the focus on introducing new characters in the initial chapters of Part 2, Chapter 106 took a surprising turn with Yuko transforming into a devil, bringing back the shocking and unpredictable storytelling that characterized Part 1.
Chapter 172
The fandom was once again teased with another one of Denji’s breakdowns, reminiscent of the one in Part 1 when he transformed into the Hero of Hell and triumphed over Makima repeatedly. In Chapter 172, Denji was depicted descending into the depths of hell and unleashing the Hero of Hell upon the world.
The chapter also showcased the formidable existence-erasing abilities of the Black Chainsaw Man, which were only hinted at in Part 1. This made it a highly acclaimed installment of the manga, as it centered on action and provided further development for the Hero of Hell.
Chapter 143
The anticipation for the return of beloved characters such as Kishibe, Power, and Reze had been building since the start of Part 2. This chapter was highly anticipated due to the violent and heinous actions of the Chainsaw Man Church.
Quanxi’s unexpected comeback and swift defeat of the Devil Hybrids sparked various speculations about the potential survival of Reze and her potential collaboration with the Public Safety Department. This chapter also marked the first appearance of a character from Part 1 in Part 2.
Chapter 155
Nayuta and Denji’s relationship became a crucial aspect of the Chainsaw Man Part 2 narrative. Although the focus was primarily on Denji’s perspective, Chapter 155 revealed Nayuta’s character development and her shift towards humanity after living with Denji.
Chapter 155 significantly elevated the sibling dynamic between Denji and Nayuta to a whole new level.
Chapter 141
Chapter 141, written by Tatsuki Fujimoto, stood out as one of the most exceptional chapters due to its lack of dialogue until the last few pages. It showcased Denji’s journey of relinquishing his identity as Chainsaw Man and embracing his new life with Nayuta as his family, a desire he had harbored since the beginning.
Despite many fans finding Chainsaw Man Part 2 to have a slower and different tone and pacing than its predecessor, Chapter 141 stood out as a notable section that foreshadowed the impending sense of dread and tragedy, echoing the style of Part 1.
Disappointing chapters in Chainsaw Man Part 2
Chapter 156
Despite fans’ hopes for Reze’s return in Chapter 156 and her potential rescue of Denji from the detention center, it was ultimately Fami and Asa who appeared, resulting in another disappointment for those anticipating Reze’s involvement.
In addition, Chapter 156 revealed that Asa was unable to transform any object into her weapon if she believed it belonged to her. However, this aspect was not thoroughly explored and the chapter lacked action despite revolving around a jailbreak.
Chapter 140
Chapter 139 of Chainsaw Man Part 2 served as a strong foreshadowing for the return of the Devil Hybrids. Although Chapter 140 gave readers a glimmer of hope for Reze’s return, it primarily focused on the revelation of Barem’s survival and the unfortunate fate of Kobeni’s brother.
Despite the implication of Reze and Kobeni’s involvement throughout the entire chapter, they ultimately did not make an appearance, leaving their storyline unresolved.
Chapter 101
In Chapter 101, Denji made his comeback to the story and the Bat Devil also returned. The chapter closely resembled Power’s introduction in Part 1, but ultimately, her character was not revisited and the premise was left behind.
Chapter 98
Despite fans’ expectations for the return of Part 1 characters, Chapter 98 of Chainsaw Man Part 2 solely focused on introducing Asa and disregarded any appearances from older characters.
Despite the fact that Chapter 98 has aged well in terms of its storyline in Part 2, the initial part of the chapter caused a significant portion of the fandom to become furious because the main protagonist did not make an appearance.
Chapter 154
Throughout Chainsaw Man Part 2, Mifune had been consistently portrayed as an integral and significant character. However, in Chapter 154, her true motives were exposed as she callously betrayed Nayuta and Denji, despite their supposed alliance. This only added to the evidence of the Public Safety Department’s deterioration following Makima’s demise.
Final Thoughts
The Public Safety Department’s use of a new devil to combat the Hero of Hell was disclosed in the release of Chainsaw Man chapter 173 on August 6, 2024.
It was anticipated by numerous fans that in Chapter 173, Yoru would engage in a battle with Chainsaw Man and compel him to regurgitate the devils he had consumed, but in reality, this task was carried out remotely by Yoshida. The release date for Chapter 174 is set for August 13, 2024, and it will be accessible for reading on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus platform.
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