Explosive Reunion: Katana Man Makes a Shocking Comeback with a Terrifying Fiend in Chainsaw Man Chapter 144
Chainsaw Man chapter 144 delivers on fans' expectations with the return of Katana Man and the introduction of a new Fiend, but in a way that surprises and challenges readers A must-read addition to Tatsuki Fujimoto's thrilling flagship series
The long-awaited release of Chainsaw Man chapter 144 took place on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, presenting readers with the highly-anticipated continuation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's acclaimed series. Despite fan expectations of the return of Weapons Hybrids after Quanxi's appearance in the previous chapter, the unexpected occurred.
Chapter 144 of Chainsaw Man surprised fans by introducing a brand new character, believed to be the Nail Fiend based on the chapter's title, Guns, Nails, Katana. In a thrilling conclusion, the chapter concludes with the timely arrival of Katana Man, who swoops in to rescue the Nail Fiend just in the nick of time.
Chainsaw Man chapter 144 gives readers what they wanted, but not exactly how they wanted it
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In Chainsaw Man chapter 144, members of the Chainsaw Man Church are depicted carrying guns in anticipation of an imminent attack from Public Safety. Curious about the abundance of firearms, Nobana Higashiyama questions their purpose. The old man, who had appeared in the previous issue, explains that these guns are seen as a divine gift from Chainsaw Man himself. He confidently declares that they will employ this divine gift to eradicate corruption within the government, believing it to be the will of Chainsaw Man. As the Church members fervently chant "Chainsaw Man rules," the police organize their strategy, assigning one Special Division 7 agent to enter through the front entrance and another through the back. The agent at the front forcefully smashes through the door, prompting the old man to instruct Nobana and the others to take aim.
Chainsaw Man chapter 144 reveals a mysterious intruder - a brand new Fiend. This Fiend is quite peculiar, with its right side of the brain visibly exposed and three nails protruding from it. Additionally, it conceals a hammer behind its back. Given the title of the issue, Guns, Nails, Katana, it is highly likely that this intruder is the infamous Nail Fiend.
Chainsaw Man manga introduces an intriguing new character in chapter 144! A formidable Fiend with an exposed brain and nails sticking out. Not to mention, it's armed with a hidden hammer. Could this be the Nail Fiend as hinted by the issue's title, Guns, Nails, Katana?! 🪓
The Nail Fiend remarks that all the fighters are mere "pawns," expressing disapproval of children playing with firearms. The elderly man orders them to shoot, but the Nail Fiend skillfully evades, swiftly kicking one child into the wall. Utilizing two hammers, the Nail Fiend proceeds to immobilize several others by nailing their clothing to the wall. Throughout this act, the Nail Fiend muses that children should dedicate their hands to education.
In Chainsaw Man chapter 144, the Nail Fiend continues by emphasizing that firearms should never be entrusted to children. Approaching one of the students who is restrained, it earnestly implores the student to make a promise: to solely use their hands for holding mechanical pencils instead of guns. In response, the student casually agrees, causing the Nail Fiend to become agitated. Without hesitation, it strikes the student's head with a hammer, demanding they speak with respect.
The other students recoil in horror as the old man mentions that Public Safety Devil Hunters bargain their souls to Devils. He distinguishes himself from them, declaring his intention to become a Devil instead. Emphasizing that he will combat evil by employing evil and face Devils with Devils, the old man refers to himself as the embodiment of justice when he assumes his fully transformed state.
In Chainsaw Man chapter 144, the unconcerned Nail Fiend comments on the hubris of humans. The old man launches an attack on the Nail Fiend, proclaiming that it will face the justice of the Church. However, Katana Man suddenly appears and challenges the old man's notion of justice before swiftly severing his leg. The chapter concludes with Katana Man slicing the old man in half while asserting that justice holds no sway in the realm of Chainsaw Man.
Chainsaw Man chapter 144: In summation
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Chainsaw Man chapter 144 unfortunately announces a break next week. However, this latest installment is of high quality, despite its brevity. Although fans were disappointed by the absence of certain characters, the appearance of Katana Man suggests that more part 1 characters will make a comeback.
Additionally, the issue effectively introduces readers to the presumed Nail Fiend, whose debut is quite thrilling. Similar to Beam and other Fiends from the earlier parts of the series, the Nail Fiend possesses distinctive personality traits. It is expected that their character will be further developed in future chapters after the upcoming break.
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