Chainsaw Man Chapter 173: The Paralysis Devil’s Summoning and Its Significance

Fans were able to witness Public Safety finally stepping up and taking action against Pochita in his true form as the Chainsaw Devil, as seen in chapter 173 of Chainsaw Man released this week. Despite previously being criticized for their perceived incompetence in handling Pochita’s return, the latest installment of mangaka Tatsuki Fujimoto’s flagship series proved their capability.

Undoubtedly, the most significant event in Chainsaw Man chapter 173 that showcased Public Safety’s involvement was their decision to form a contract with an unidentified Devil. Although not officially confirmed, the way in which Public Safety entered into this contract, along with their distinct appearance, hinted at the possibility of them being a fresh addition to the ranks of the Primal Devils.

Despite the lack of confirmation, Chainsaw Man chapter 173 offers hints about the identity of the new Primal Devil through hidden details in their summoning ritual and physical appearance. Based on this evidence, it can be speculated that Fujimoto has introduced the Paralysis Devil as the newest embodiment of Primal Fears in the series.

Why the new Primal Devil in chapter 173 of Chainsaw Man has to be the Paralysis Devil

In Chainsaw Man chapter 173, the summoning ritual serves as one of the main pieces of evidence that supports the theory that the new Primal Devil is the Paralysis Devil. As mentioned earlier, three Public Safety agents perform the ritual by cutting off half of their left index fingers with scissors and using their right hand to write “HIT”on a mirror.

Each of the three Public Safety agents writes one letter, reciting the words “cervical spine,””neck,”and “vertebrae”as each respective letter is written. The cervical spine is composed of the first seven vertebrae, referred to as C1-C7, which provide support for the neck and head. Injuries to these particular vertebrae are often linked to paralysis in different areas of the body, depending on the precise location and severity of the injury.

Similarly, the remaining two mentions of spinal regions are equally apparent, as damage to either the neck or any of the vertebrae can result in paralysis depending on the specific location and extent of the injury. This means that any impact on these regions could potentially cause some form and degree of paralysis. It is indisputable that in Chainsaw Man chapter 173, this clue unambiguously suggests that the Paralysis Devil is the true identity of the Primal Devil.

The character design of the assumed Paralysis Devil also reinforces this idea. Similar to the Public Safety agents who remove their index fingers, the Paralysis Devil is depicted sitting on a throne adorned with human index fingers and other body parts. These body parts on the throne share a common thread – they are all body parts that a paralyzed person would struggle to move or be unable to move.

In Chainsaw Man chapter 173, the throne is depicted as being supported not by conventional legs or a base, but instead by two humans on all fours. These individuals have had their arms amputated just below the elbow, a common complication for those with spinal cord injuries or paralysis. This serves as additional proof that the Paralysis Devil is unable to move their body without assistance, similar to someone reliant on a wheelchair.

Despite being speculative at the time of this article’s writing, there is a substantial amount of information in the issue that hints at the new Primal Devil being the Paralysis Devil. Fans can expect confirmation of this in the upcoming issue, as Public Safety is sure to react to their successful efforts in forcing Pochita to regurgitate the Ear Devil.