Oshi No Ko Chapter 162 Spoilers: Is Aqua’s Fate Sealed? Will He Die?

Oshi no Ko has reached a thrilling peak in its storyline. Following the failed assassination of Ruby and the revelation of the true natures of those around her, Aqua finally confronted his father, Hikaru. Chapter 162 took an unexpected turn as Aqua chose to sacrifice everything for Ruby’s future by stabbing himself and dragging Hikaru underwater.

This article contains spoilers for Chapter 162 of Oshi no Ko, so please proceed with caution if you’re not caught up on the manga.

What Will Happen in Chapter 162?

The last chapter of Oshi no Ko ended with Aqua pushing both himself and Hikaru into the sea—an ultimate act of self-sacrifice aimed at protecting Ruby.

Spoilers from Chapter 162 reveal Aqua and Hikaru submerged underwater. A disturbing visual shows Hikaru being pulled down by numerous mysterious hands, including one identified as belonging to Goro.

As Hikaru sank, we gained insight into his troubled mind. His obsession with Ai led him to believe that killing Ruby would somehow bring him closer to her (a baffling thought, to say the least).

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Meanwhile, Aqua was shown floating with his stomach bleeding, approaching death as he struggled for air. In these final moments, he reflected on his life, expressing his hopes for Ruby as he declared, “This time, I’ll go before you.”

To add to the suspense, the chapter concluded with the unexpected appearance of Crow Girl, floating above the water and observing Aqua. Could her presence hint at Aqua’s potential survival?

What Happened in Chapter 161?

Chapter 161 opened with Aqua confronting Hikaru, knife in hand. Aqua condemned Hikaru as a maniac fixated on eliminating those who might outshine Ai. As a result, Hikaru manipulated those around him, ruining lives.

Hikaru provocatively asked Aqua if he intended to kill him with the knife, suggesting that while it would be acceptable, it would doom Ruby to live with a murderer as a brother, which could tarnish her idol career.

He also highlighted how the media wouldn’t care for the truth, and instead, exploit Ruby’s narrative as the sister of a murderer. Hikaru pushed Aqua to consider living for love, friendships, and following his dreams, to which Aqua initially agreed.

Aqua expressed dreams of becoming a surgeon, responding to Arima’s feelings, visiting the beach with Himekawa, and witnessing Ruby’s performance at the dome. Yet, in the end, he chose the path that would secure Ruby’s future, resulting in him stabbing himself and dragging Hikaru down to the ocean. This way, he aimed to shift the narrative so that it appeared Hikaru had stabbed him, sparing Ruby from being labeled the sister of a criminal.

Will Ruby Die?

As of now, it’s difficult to determine Ruby’s fate. Aqua seems to have accepted his impending death, feeling at peace as long as it protects Ruby. However, Crow Girl’s sudden appearance creates uncertainty—should she remain a mere observer, it may hint at Aqua’s demise.

When Will Chapter 162 of Oshi no Ko be Released?

Chapter 162 of Oshi no Ko is set to be released on October 2nd. You can read it on trusted platforms like MangaPlus (by Shueisha) and Shonen Jump.

About Oshi no Ko

Oshi no Ko has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Young Jump since April 2020 and received an anime adaptation in 2023.

The narrative revolves around a doctor named Goro, who is reincarnated as Aquamarine, the child of his favorite idol, Ai, alongside his twin sister Ruby, who is a reincarnation of a former patient. Following Ai’s tragic death at the hands of a stalker responsible for Goro’s passing, Aquamarine vows revenge, while Ruby aspires to follow in her mother’s footsteps to achieve her idol dreams.

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