Kaiju no. 8 Chapter 114: Kafka and Mina Face Defeat as No. 9 Encounters Meireki Era Mega Monster

Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114 was anticipated to delve deeper into the lore of the Meireki Era Mega Monster and its fight against Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro after its awakening. Officially released on Thursday, September 12, 2024, this chapter intriguingly opened with an emphasis on the backstory of the Meireki Era Mega Monster and No. 9.

However, the narrative quickly pivoted back to the battle, with Reno Ichikawa and his team starting to feel that victory over No. 9’s Mega Monsters was within reach. In reality, Kafka and Mina were pushed to their limits by the chapter’s conclusion, leaving them on the brink of defeat, which created a cliffhanger ending filled with suspense.

Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114 sets up Mina’s capture following the Meireki Era Mega Monster’s comeback

Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114: A chance meeting

The chapter begins with a flashback showcasing a younger and weaker Kaiju No. 9, reflecting on its initial belief that it was just a feeble monster that gained intelligence. It hid from humans, leading a quiet existence until a confrontation with a hunter revealed its superior strength.

No. 9 expressed its inability to restrain itself upon this realization, consumed by a “curious obsession” to explore the depths of its powers and secrets of the human world. The narrative then shifts to a significant double spread, depicting the Meireki Era Mega Monster concealed in its true form within a vast underground cave.

Transitioning back to the present, Reno Ichikawa observes the Mega Monsters he was battling suddenly come to a halt. Iharu Furuhashi shares that a similar phenomenon is unfolding on his end, interpreting it as Kafka’s triumph over No. 9.

Reno Ichikawa and others confuse horrifying happenings for victory in Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114 (Image via Production I.G)

This leads back to Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro, where Kafka remains in No. 9’s grasp after the Meireki Era Mega Monster’s awakening. Mina calls out to Kafka as officials confirm that No. 8’s core has been destroyed, detecting a new monster signature within No. 9.

The chapter further clarifies that this new signature presents a completely different waveform from what has previously been registered, indicating the full awakening of the Meireki Era Mega Monster.

Kafka’s expression darkens as the Kaiju within him erupts, relentlessly chanting “die.” He then finds the strength to retaliate, seizing the arm of the Meireki Era Mega Monster and preparing to strike. However, No. 9’s face splits open, unveiling a grotesque array of eyes underneath.

Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114: Apex predator

The chapter takes a dramatic turn as a ring of glyphs manifests around Kafka’s left shoulder, and the Meireki Era Mega Monster’s eye blinks, severing Kafka’s arm with brutal force. The impact wreaks havoc across the surrounding area, extinguishing the light in Kafka’s eyes.

As another ring of glyphs materializes around Kafka’s torso, the Mega Monster strikes again, nearly cleaving him in half and sending him crashing into a building, leaving onlookers horrified by his condition.

Kaiju Defense Force officials confirm Kafka’s lack of vital signs, prompting disbelief among his allies. Enraged, Mina calls for an immediate ammo supply drop, determined to attack the Meireki Era Mega Monster before it can regenerate its limbs.

Kafka Hibino is left on death's door by Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114's end (Image via Production I.G) — Kafka Hibino is left on death’s door by Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114’s end (Image via Production I.G)

The resupply was swiftly initiated, but the attack swiftly incapacitated Mina’s weapon. This assault inflicted significant damage on Mina and the area, revealing the Meireki Era Mega Monster’s regeneration, which included its original limbs along with six additional arms.

The gash on its face now extends extensively down its body, with more eyes emerging and an extra pair of hands seemingly deepening the wound. Mina recalls No. 9’s ominous words: that no one has ever escaped—no matter the era or strength. Fueled by rage, she raises her pistol to fire at the Meireki Era Mega Monster, only to find the glyphs encircling her face in a similar attack as Kafka endured.

The chapter concludes with Mina in shock, confronted by the glyphs appearing on her, alongside a flashback of young No. 9 hinting at its own inability to escape, suggesting a deeper connection with the Mega Monster.

Kaiju No. 8 chapter 114: In summation

Chapter 114 of Kaiju No. 8 serves as both an informative and thrilling issue, unveiling critical insights about the Meireki Era Mega Monster. Its powers are depicted as remarkably formidable, capable of deadly attacks just through its gaze. Additionally, it hints at No. 9 being coerced into working with the Mega Monster, underscoring its malevolence.

The chapter foreshadows the potential deaths of Kafka and Mina at the hands of the Meireki Era Mega Monster, suggesting that while the battle isn’t over, it is edging toward a dramatic conclusion likely resulting in Mina’s capture, aligning with the Mega Monster’s initial agenda.

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