Kaiju No. 8 chapter 113: No. 9’s true identity revealed as Kafka is seriously injured

Entering chapter 113 of Kaiju No. 8, fans’ biggest anticipation was to receive confirmation of No. 9’s defeat by Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro. The chapter, officially released on Thursday, August 29, 2024, began with exactly that, as No. 9’s core was shown to be completely shattered by Kafka’s powerful attack.

Despite initial concerns from fans that Kaiju No. 8 chapter 113 would signal the end of mangaka Naoya Matsumoto’s popular series with No. 9’s defeat, it ultimately became clear by the end of the issue that there is still plenty of story left to unfold. In fact, No. 9’s defeat may actually mark the true beginning of the series rather than its end.

Kaiju No. 8 Chapter 113: The Meireki Era Mega Monster Emerges After No. 9’s Defeat

Kaiju No. 8 Chapter 113: Victory at Last…?

The beginning of Kaiju No. 8 chapter 113 continued to center on Kafka’s recent attack on No. 9 and the resulting shockwave. It was revealed that No. 9’s core had been completely destroyed, breaking into countless fragments. This came as a shock to Kafka, while Mina, children observing from the bunker, and members of the Kaiju Defense Force all confirmed and rejoiced in their seeming victory.

Despite being in his transformed state, Kafka was approached by No. 9 who suggested they have a conversation. No.9’s energy seemed to radiate into Kafka’s body. Suddenly, Kafka found himself transported to a battlefield in Feudal Era Japan, where he saw numerous corpses scattered on the ground. He couldn’t help but wonder if this was all happening inside No. 9. As he looked around, Kafka noticed a mask lying nearby.

In chapter 113 of Kaiju No. 8, Kafka revealed that he had encountered the mask before, but did not specify where. Just as No. 9 appeared in a child-like form, it initially believed Kafka’s appearance to be a mere coincidence. However, it soon came to understand that their encounter was destined due to the overwhelming power within Kafka. Puzzled by No. 9’s words, Kafka asked for clarification, to which No. 9 replied by asking if this place triggered any memories for him.

Kafka and Mina's victory initially looks certain, but Kaiju No. 8 chapter 113 quickly brings it into doubt (Image via Production I.G) — Kafka and Mina’s victory initially looks certain, but Kaiju No. 8 chapter 113 quickly brings it into doubt (Image via Production I.G)

Despite Kafka’s persistent questioning, No. 9 remained evasive and stated that it was not fully connected to the Kaiju that had infected Kafka. No. 9’s statement was likely in reference to the immense hatred Kafka must have felt in order to display such power. Kafka then inquired about the situation before declaring that he would continue to fight if the Kaiju was still alive. No. 9 ultimately confirmed that Kafka had indeed killed it.

In chapter 113 of Kaiju No. 8, No. 9 announced that it would soon “disappear,”acknowledging that its aspirations had been thwarted and their fight was now won by Kafka. No. 9 expressed its satisfaction and admiration for humanity, stating that they had surpassed its expectations and repeatedly foiled its schemes. It also expressed a desire to understand and be closer to humans before admitting its complete defeat.

Kafka confronted No. 9 about its deceitful behavior, but the entity insisted that it was being truthful and had no more secrets to reveal. However, Kafka remained suspicious and questioned what No. 9 was trying to hide. As he spoke, dialogue boxes began to repeatedly display the word “die”and the spectral forms of multiple monsters emerged from No. 9’s regressed and innocent appearance.

Kaiju No. 8 Chapter 113: Uncovering the True Enemy

In chapter 113 of Kaiju No. 8, it was revealed that the Kaiju inside Kafka had a reaction and was the one chanting “die.”Kafka was curious about this reaction as No. 9’s body started to swell and expressed its reluctance for things to escalate. No. 9 then began to refer to itself in the third person, stating that it was unable to maintain balance after its core was destroyed.

Similarly, the Kaiju claiming to be No. 9 declared itself to be nothing more than a destructive beast driven by uncontrollable lust. Kafka recalled Mina’s words about No. 9 being filled with countless monsters and realized that this must be what she meant. As the ground beneath him began to violently shake and split open, Kafka questioned the Kaiju, asking what it truly was.

During Kaiju No. 8 chapter 113, Kafka was taken aback as the Kaiju claiming to be No. 9 attempted to recall what the humans referred to as “this.”As it struggled to remember the word “mei,”the cliff in front of Kafka began to crack. Suddenly, a colossal Kaiju with multiple faces burst through the cliff, revealing itself as the Meireki Era Mega Monster. Its primary face had nine eyes and a small mouth, while its numerous additional arms and faces varied in shape, size, and characteristics. Essentially, it appeared to be a combination of different Kaiju.

While Kafka observed, memories of the mask resurfaced in his mind. He suddenly remembered seeing it on a warrior at the shrine where he had been training before the Second Wave arc began. However, his attention quickly shifted back to the present, where Mina Ashiro watched in terror as Kafka started coughing up blood. The issue concluded with the shocking revelation that No. 9, also known as the Meireki Era Mega Monster, had impaled Kafka through what seemed to be his core, based on the position of its appendage and Kafka’s body.

Kaiju No. 8 Chapter 113: In Summation

Despite No. 9’s assurance to Kafka in chapter 113 of Kaiju No. 8 that victory was within his grasp, it appears that this victory only applied to defeating the No. 9 entity itself. This suggests that the No. 9 entity held a significant role as the “governing body”for the Meireki Era Mega Monster. However, with its demise, the Mega Monster is now unleashed and has unleashed a devastating attack on Kafka.

In the same way, readers can anticipate the upcoming issues to feature backup arriving for Kafka and Mina. This will not only rescue them from the current danger, but also provide credibility to their account through other Kaiju Defense Force officers. As a result, readers can look forward to The Last Wave arc coming to an end in the following weeks and months.