The Aging Devil’s Dark Bargain Could Introduce Death Devil in Chainsaw Man

The highly awaited Chainsaw Man chapter 178 has finally been released, delivering intense moments that set the stage for the future direction of the story. After facing significant damage due to Yoru’s newfound abilities, the Hero of Hell finds himself in a precarious situation.

With his thirst for blood abruptly halted, he struggled to escape the overwhelming power of Yoru’s Gun Gauntlets. Now, Chainsaw Man lies defeated and confronted with a life-altering proposition that could determine the fate of humanity. This troubling offer comes from the Aging Devil and could mean we will encounter the Death Devil much sooner than anticipated.

Disclaimer: This article is speculative in nature.

The Aging Devil’s Terrifying Offer in Chainsaw Man Chapter 178 Could Bring the Prophecy to Life Sooner Than Expected

In Chainsaw Man chapter 178, creator Tatsuki Fujimoto once again showcases his talent with a stunning release. Following a brief lull, this chapter reveals a dark offer from the Aging Devil that might accelerate the fulfillment of an ominous prophecy.

To comprehend the significance of the Aging Devil’s offer, one must first consider the prophecy introduced by Hirofumi Yoshida in chapter 122 during his conversation with the Famine Devil. It might have gone unnoticed initially, but it’s important to note that Fujimoto’s narrative unfolds in 1999.

Yoshida narrates a prophecy rooted in an urban legend attributed to the French astrologer Nostradamus—”In the seventh month of 1999, a Great King of Terror will descend.”

Within the context of the story, the arrival of the Death Devil parallels the descent of this so-called “Great King of Terror.”She is recognized as the eldest sister and the final member of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, having only been briefly referenced throughout the series. Thus, the Death Devil is set to arrive on Earth with intentions to annihilate all of humanity.

Chainsaw Man (Image via Tatsuki Fujimoto, Viz Media)

In chapter 178, the Aging Devil proposes an easier solution for Chainsaw Man against Yoru: the option to consume it and restore his strength while eradicating the concept of aging entirely. This provides fertile ground for theories suggesting that the prophecy may come to fruition much earlier than anticipated.

If Chainsaw Man fulfills this act by consuming the Aging Devil, it would abolish aging, meaning that while things (particularly food) would grow, they would not age or reach maturity for consumption.

This phenomenon could trigger a devastating famine worldwide, subsequently leading to widespread diseases and death. The implications are dire, with chaos likely to ensue. Additionally, the absence of aging implies no new life; for a baby to be born, it must age during gestation. Without aging as a concept, procreation would cease, resulting in a world filled with famine, war, conflict, disease, death, and a decimated population.

Amidst this turmoil, the Death Devil would emerge to bring about the end of humanity. This scenario seems fitting: the stable Control that once sustained the world withered away, War arose to fill the void, and Famine settled among the people.

Ultimately, Death will descend to restore balance, albeit through humanity’s suffering, paving the way for a new era of Devils to rise.

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