Chapter #195 of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man delivers yet another bombshell, as Asa Mitaka finally reveals that the War Devil, Yoru, has something far worse in store for humanity than simple extinction. Since her introduction, Yoru has been a looming, unpredictable force within Asa, but this latest revelation suggests that her ambitions are far greater than fans previously suspected. While Chainsaw Man has always played with themes of destruction and chaos, this chilling statement reframes Yoru’s role in the story, suggesting that her war against Chainsaw Man is only one part of a much bigger and more terrifying plan.

This moment is devastating because it comes at Asa’s lowest emotional point. After seemingly kicking Yoru out of her body, she’s left struggling with overwhelming guilt over the people who have died due to her inaction. She begs Denji to kill her, claiming she’s too much of a coward to take her own life but that she fears what Yoru is planning. Her breakdown highlights how powerless she feels, knowing she is complicit in the War Devil’s schemes. This is a turning point for Asa, and she may soon have to choose between her survival and the fate of humanity.

What Could Be Worse Than Extinction?

The Story So Far Provides A Few Clues

For a devil to claim that their plan sures simple annihilation is no small statement, especially in the brutal, unforgiving world of Chainsaw Man. So far, devils have embodied everything from primal fears to more conceptual threats, but extinction is a particularly final horror. If Yoru believes she can create something worse, it raises the question: what does the War Devil truly want

One possibility is that Yoru intends to wage a war so devastating that humanity will be left in a permanent cycle of suffering and destruction. She would effectively render humanity a species trapped in endless warfare. Given Chainsaw Man's history of commentary on violence, it wouldn’t be surprising if Yoru’s real goal is to turn the entire world into a war-driven dystopia, where peace is an impossibility.

Another possibility is that Yoru’s plan involves something beyond human comprehension. Devils in Chainsaw Man don’t just represent physical threats but also deep psychological fears. If the War Devil’s goal is truly worse than extinction, then it may involve a fate where humanity is twisted into something unrecognizable.

Asa's Revelation Sets Up the Future of Chainsaw Man

Whatever Yoru Is Planning, It's Sure to Be A Bloodbath

This reveal fundamentally alters Asa’s role in the story moving forward. Until now, she has been a conflicted protagonist, sometimes fighting against Yoru’s will but often succumbing to the devil’s influence out of desperation or necessity. Now that the true scale of Yoru’s ambition is out in the open, Asa may have to choose between continued resistance or fully embracing the War Devil’s plans. And if she does resist, how much of her own agency will she even have left?

His words, though blunt, ground the moment in Chainsaw Man’s signature absurdist take on tragedy.

Denji’s response to Asa’s despair is particularly telling. Instead of engaging in her existential crisis, he takes a more pragmatic, if somewhat callous, approach—telling her that nobody is ever truly ready to die, not even an immortal like him. His words, though blunt, ground the moment in Chainsaw Man’s signature absurdist take on tragedy. In a world where death is constant, the only option is to keep moving forward, even in the face of overwhelming horror. His decision to distract Asa with destruction, inviting her to smash through abandoned buildings, reflects his philosophy of survival through action rather than despair.

A Mysterious New Student Arrives

The Nervous Transfer Student Claims to Be A Savior

Adding another layer to the tension is the mysterious transfer student introduced at the end of the chapter. With her nervous demeanor and striking concentric eyes, she immediately stands out as someone important. Given how Chainsaw Man operates, it’s likely she is another devil, or at the very least, someone with ties to the supernatural. Her cryptic statement that she wants to “save them” raises many questions. With the introduction of this new, enigmatic character, the pieces are falling into place for Chainsaw Man to deliver one of its most devastating story arcs yet.

Who exactly does she want to save? Is she referring to humanity as a whole, those already under Yoru’s influence, or perhaps something even more abstract? If she is connected to the looming conflict, she may play a key role in either stopping or accelerating Yoru’s plan. The manga has already introduced powerful beings such as the Death Devil and other horsemen, so it wouldn’t be surprising if this new character is tied to them in some way. Her presence further emphasizes that Chainsaw Man is rapidly escalating towards a major turning point.