This series I very much enjoyed. it got so insane it just became a good time. But it looks like Fujimoto wrote himself in a corner and didnt know how to finished. it was such a lack luster ending. I enjoyed the ride but really left a bad taste with the ending :/
Written by Tasuki Fujimoto, "Chainsawman" is truly one of the best stories I have ever read. I rated this book a perfect 5 stars because of how it includes beautifully written characters, one of the most important features of every book.
Denji, the main character, is so down-to-earth that he feels relatable even in a world full of fantasies that don't exist in our world. Denji represents that struggle between trauma and the desire to be loved, and he truly takes the story to the next level. Every interaction and dialogue that comes from Denji feels like one that could have come from a close friend or even yourself.
Not only this, but he manages to include beautiful artwork in every panel. Whether it be a huge spread of a setting, or just a panel on one character, each brush stroke reeks of intention and passion for his craft. These are just ways he takes his story to his next level.
Tatsuki Fujimoto's magnum opus, "Chainsaw Man", is a story to be remembered for generations.
I'll move this is suppose when Part 2 has a proper entry, but I've thoroughly enjoyed catching up and then going week to week with this, and talking about it with a couple people. Part 2 is very bizarre in how many arcs and characters it sets up just to mow them down or discard them. Yoru/Asa is a great creation and honestly I wish they had remained the people we spent the most time with. Wild experience to see an author have as much (adaptational) success as conceivably possible in a couple year span (Reze movie, Look Back animated movie, Netflix anime adapting your short stories, Kore-eda movie announced) and decide your bored. It has such abrupt, Eva lite ending that works enough to not be disappointing, but slight enough to lack satisfaction.
The story is deeply rooted in the human condition. While the man at first glance seems like a sorrowful figure—born feeling like a child who has lost his way—he actually reveals himself as someone who never truly grew up. Denji’s wide-eyed dreams of jam and a simple touch mask a lifetime of abuse that stunted his heart, turning him into Chainsaw Man yet leaving him forever chasing basic human warmth.
Fujimoto masterfully blends gore with empathy, showing how connections with Aki and Power awaken emotions Denji buried as a kid. It’s a brutal reminder: trauma ages the body, but the inner child lingers, hungry for what was stolen.
Essential read for anyone who’s felt dehumanized by life.
a little heartbreaking, the way the devils are drawn is really unique imo, and add to the story in unique ways. i do think some parts flow a little differently than others (sometimes it feels a little rushed), but that’s not uncommon with action mangas. overall really good!
la primera parte está god la verdad, me encanta todo el arco de reze y lo que pasa al final🫵🏻😈 pero la segunda parte bastante meh, es todo muy diferente y parece otra historia nueva, además es un poco por la cara jajaja pero bue, ya estoy al día, quizá me la lea según vayan sacando tomos, who knows
If the last chapter blows this story is dropping to 3 stars (not actually) but this story is amazing and I hope fujimoto doesn’t just throw it in the trash.