Chainsaw Man Chapter 180 Reveals the Ultimate Devil Hunter Teaser

The most recent chapter of Chainsaw Man may not have aligned with fan predictions, but it proved to be just as captivating as any previous entry in the series. The distinctiveness of this latest issue lies in its demonstration of the unexpected storytelling style of mangaka Tatsuki Fujimoto.

One of the highlight moments was the surprising twist in what the chapter would reveal, as fans anticipated an epic confrontation featuring War Devil Yoru and Pochita joining forces against the Aging Devil. Instead, the Aging Devil transported Yoru/Asa Mitaka and an untransformed Denji to a Garden of Eden-like realm of its own creation.

While Chainsaw Man chapter 180 unveiled numerous significant aspects of this reality, the most intriguing detail was that only a single individual has ever successfully escaped of their own volition. The identity of this ultimate Devil Hunter, who has managed to surpass even a Primal Fear Devil, remains a mystery, likely belonging to one of three familiar characters.

The likely contenders for the Garden of Eden escapee in Chainsaw Man chapter 180

Among the most plausible candidates for the title of Chainsaw Man’s ultimate Devil Hunter is undoubtedly Quanxi. She holds the distinction of being the First Devil Hunter and is esteemed as possibly the strongest Devil Hunter throughout the series. This title could very well explain her ability to escape the confines of the Aging Devil’s domain.

Furthermore, the specifics of Quanxi’s age remain ambiguous. However, fans have noted that while Kishibe has aged considerably since their first encounter, Quanxi appears virtually unchanged. This could suggest that her victory over the Aging Devil granted her not only immortality but also justified her designation as the First Devil Hunter.

Although Quanxi emerges as the leading candidate, Fumiko Mifune also presents a viable option. While her capabilities as a Devil Hunter may seem mediocre, the crucial roles she undertakes and her positioning within Public Safety hint at her significance. Her seemingly inadequate skills might even be a ruse intended to shape Denji and Control Devil Nayuta’s perceptions of her.

A final character under consideration is Hirofumi Yoshida. His potential for being the escapee gains traction through specific dialogues and interactions in the series. Notably, he once remarked, “even a first-rate hunter can’t beat aging” during Part 1. Additionally, an illustration from one of the manga’s collected editions depicts a seemingly disheartened Yoshida in a forest reminiscent of the Aging Devil’s realm.

However, several factors lead to doubts about Yoshida’s suitability. His role in the narrative thus far appears quite modest, primarily performing basic tasks within Public Safety rather than taking on a more prominent role akin to that of Makima or Kishibe. Furthermore, during their skirmish against Pochita, the Aging Devil did not recognize him, despite showing enough awareness to commend Yoshida, indicating he would have known who he was otherwise.

Concluding thoughts

Quanxi is the most likely candidate to be the Garden of Eden escapee (Image via Shueisha)

Taking all these elements into account, the identity of the escapee from the Aging Devil’s realm introduced in Chainsaw Man chapter 180 is likely to be either Quanxi or Fumiko Mifune. There remains a possibility of encountering a new character in future chapters, but among those already introduced, these two Public Safety members are the frontrunners.

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