“Chainsaw Man”, a popular manga series written and illustrated by Tatsuki Fujimoto, has been adapted into an anime series. The anime adaptation has been highly anticipated by fans of the manga, and one of the most frequently asked questions is: what chapters will the Chainsaw Man anime cover?
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Chainsaw Man: A Brief Overview
“Chainsaw Man” is a Japanese manga series that has gained immense popularity for its unique blend of action, dark fantasy, horror, and comedy. The series is written and illustrated by Tatsuki Fujimoto, a renowned manga artist known for his distinctive storytelling and art style.
The story of “Chainsaw Man” revolves around Denji, an impoverished young man who is burdened with his deceased father’s enormous debt. To make ends meet, Denji makes a contract with a dog-like devil named Pochita, which grants him the ability to transform parts of his body into chainsaws. This transformation not only gives Denji a unique set of powers but also changes his life forever.
Denji’s life takes a turn when he becomes a devil hunter for the Yakuza, a notorious organized crime syndicate in Japan. His job involves hunting and eliminating devils, supernatural entities born from human fears. However, his life takes another dramatic turn when he is betrayed by the Yakuza and killed by the Zombie Devil. In a twist of fate, Pochita sacrifices himself to save Denji, leading to his rebirth as a Devil-Human hybrid known as Chainsaw Man.
As Chainsaw Man, Denji joins the Public Safety Devil Hunters, a government agency focused on combating devils that pose a threat to Japan. His journey is filled with thrilling battles, complex relationships, and personal growth.
The manga series is divided into two parts: the Public Safety Saga and the Academy Saga. The Public Safety Saga, which consists of 97 chapters, follows Denji’s life as a devil hunter. The ongoing Academy Saga introduces a new protagonist, Asa Mitaka, who is forced to hunt down Chainsaw Man.
“Chainsaw Man ” was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 2018 until 2020, and then transferred to Shonen Jump+ online magazine, where the current story continues. The series has been collected in 15 Tankōbon volumes and has over 15 million copies in print2. It has also been licensed in multiple countries and languages, reflecting its global popularity.
Anime Adaptation
The anime adaptation of “Chainsaw Man” has been produced by MAPPA, a renowned animation studio known for its work on other popular anime series like “Yuri on Ice”, “Dorohedoro”, and “Jujutsu Kaisen”. The anime adaptation has been well-received by fans and critics alike, with many praising its faithful adaptation of the manga’s story and characters.
What Chapters Does the Anime Cover?
As per the information available, the first season of “Chainsaw Man” covers 38 chapters of the manga, which is four volumes, and about halfway through volume five. The volumes are titled, “Dog & Chainsaw”, “Chainsaw vs. Bat”, “Kill Denji”, “Gun is Mightier”, and “Minor”.
The anime adaptation has remained largely faithful to the source material, with only a few minor changes. For instance, a scene involving Power was noticeably cut out from the Chainsaw Man’s post-credit scene. This doesn’t mean that they won’t include this storyline when the show comes back for season two. It’s likely that they didn’t want to add in another storyline so they can fully explore Power’s character arc later.
The Future of Chainsaw Man Anime
Given the popularity of the “Chainsaw Man” manga and the positive reception of the anime’s first season, it’s likely that future seasons of the anime will continue to adapt the remaining chapters of the manga. However, the exact chapters that will be covered in future seasons have not been officially announced yet.
In conclusion, the “Chainsaw Man” anime has done a commendable job of bringing the manga’s thrilling story and complex characters to life. By covering the first 38 chapters of the manga in its first season, the anime has set a solid foundation for future seasons. Fans of the manga and newcomers to the series alike can look forward to seeing how the rest of the “Chainsaw Man” story unfolds in the anime adaptation…
