Oshi no Ko Chapter 163: Release Date, Summary, and Latest Updates

The latest chapter 162 of Oshi no Ko unraveled Aqua Hoshino’s intense confrontation with his biological father, Hikaru Kamiki, culminating in a dramatic plunge off a cliff while Aqua wielded a knife against him.

While it seemed Aqua reached his breaking point with his father’s deceit and chose to end his life alongside him, the burning question remains: will Aqua survive this harrowing ordeal, or will he meet his demise?

When is Chapter 163 of Oshi no Ko being released?

Chapter 162 of Oshi no Ko was released on October 3, 2023, leaving fans on an emotional cliffhanger that likely stirred tears among the readers.

Let’s recap the pivotal events that transpired and speculate on what may unfold in the upcoming chapter.

What happened in Chapter 162 of Oshi no Ko?

last words Aqua — Last words of Aqua | Source: Shueisha

In Chapter 162, Aqua uncovered Hikaru Kamiki’s heinous plan to murder his own daughter, Ruby, by convincing Fuyuko Niino to carry out the act on his behalf.

With this betrayal proving to be the last straw, Aqua resolved to take drastic action by plotting Hikaru’s death to safeguard Ruby’s future. Aqua’s frustration over his father’s relentless lies drove him to this lethal decision.

The chapter is aptly titled ‘Future,’ as it revolves around the looming uncertainties concerning Ruby’s potential as an idol. Hikaru, obsessed with eradicating anyone who could overshadow Ai Hoshino, succumbed to madness and imprisoned himself.

His previous dignity faded, replaced by a chilling quest driven by ambition and a cult-like following, promoting his twisted philosophy even among others.

Even while harboring feelings for Ruby Hoshino, he viewed her death as an inevitable consequence of his delusions.

dying Aqua — Dying Aqua | Source: Shueisha

In the preceding Chapter 161, Aqua seemed to resonate with Hikaru’s thoughts, expressing aspirations of becoming a surgeon, grasping Arima Kana’s emotions, spending time at the beach with his half-brother Taiki Himekawa, addressing Miyako Saitou as “mom,” mending Akane Kurokawa’s heart, and witnessing Ruby perform at the Tokyo Dome.

However, Aqua was willing to sacrifice all of these dreams solely to secure his sister’s well-being. His path was singular: eliminate Hikaru Kamiki.

Aqua fatally stabbed himself with a knife, intending to perish alongside Hikaru. He envisioned this act would lead the media to conclude that Hikaru attempted to kill him following the pre-release of an autobiographical film. In this moment, Aqua pushed Hikaru, resulting in both of them falling from the cliff.

As they hovered at the brink of death, Aqua wrestled with responsibilities towards his sister, relishing the prospect of dying before she does, while Hikaru, devoid of Ai, felt an overwhelming sense of loneliness.

Chapter 163 Speculations

It seems improbable for Aqua to die, considering the numerous unresolved regrets and ambitions. It’s likely that Aqua will survive in the next chapter, potentially unfolding as follows:

Aqua awakens from a coma after being saved and hospitalized. His plan may have succeeded as intended, prompting the other characters to scold him for endangering himself.

Reflecting a change in his psyche, Aqua will express uncharacteristic apologies for his reckless actions. During a private exchange with Ruby, she might reference him as Garou, leading to Aqua’s bewilderment as he realizes that Garou no longer defines him. Although Ruby is heartbroken by the transformation, she will find solace in the fact that her brother is still with her.

Subsequently, Aqua might embrace the aspirations he articulated in Chapter 161. Given that his medical ambitions stemmed from his past life, he may choose to pivot back to acting—a passion he cherished, as stated by the director.

Ultimately, this scenario hints at a hopeful ending. Given Aka’s historical narrative style, a positive conclusion seems plausible. Even Mengo’s other series, Scum’s Wish, managed to deliver a hopeful ending in its spin-off volume.

About Oshi no Ko

Oshi no Ko has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Young Jump since April 2020 and was adapted into an anime series in 2023.

The narrative follows Goro, a doctor reincarnated as Aquamarine, the son of his beloved idol Ai. His twin sister, Ruby, is a reincarnation of another patient. Tragically, Ai is murdered by a stalker, who coincidentally was also responsible for Goro’s death. As Aquamarine vows revenge on Ai’s killer, Ruby embarks on a path to become an idol, paralleling her mother’s journey.

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