Chainsaw Man Chapter 229 Review: Denji vs Yoru Gets a Happy Ending

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The second part of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga, Chainsaw Man, is nearing its conclusion and finishing with a powerful climax. The lengthy battle between Denji and the War Devil has ended, sparking a lot of discussion among fans. Chapter 229, titled “Nightjar and Asa,” prepares for the final resolution of the complicated relationship between Denji, Asa, and Yoru, delivering a clever and impactful twist that highlights the brilliance of the entire story arc.

Chapter 229 of Chainsaw Man continues the story after Denji cleverly manipulates Yoru into harming herself. With Yoru now defeated, Asa is left to face the Devil she once considered a friend, leading to a very emotional scene. This chapter delivers the touching conversations and symbolic visuals fans expect after such a large battle, but it’s the surprising and often divisive humor that truly captures the spirit of Chainsaw Man.

Yoru Finally Confirms That the Source of Her Weakness Is Asa’s Greatest Strength

Chapter 229 of Chainsaw Man provides a much-needed sense of release after a long period of suspense. The most impactful moment comes for Asa, who finally has a genuine conversation with Yoru – something that hasn’t happened in quite a while, giving her a real sense of closure.

Asa, feeling unusually open, finally asked Yoru the question on many fans’ minds: “Why haven’t you killed me yet?” Earlier in the story, Yoru had warned Asa that she would take complete control of her body unless Asa helped her find and defeat Chainsaw Man. However, that condition is no longer relevant, especially since Asa ultimately assisted Denji in the fight against Yoru.

Yoru then delivers a dramatic speech, complete with doves flying above, explaining that Asa’s guilt is what powered her abilities. Throughout the second part of the story, it’s shown that the more emotionally attached Asa was to something, the more powerful a weapon she could create from it. This explains why her College Fund Turrets and Apartment 606 Sword were so strong, even though they were made from ordinary objects – especially considering she later turned entire US states into weapons during her battle with Denji.

In chapter 229, Yoru reveals she spared Asa hoping to understand and replicate Asa’s guilt, believing it held a certain power. However, this attempt ultimately failed. Essentially, Yoru’s downfall – what destroyed her – was her effort to connect with others. This is a very clear message from the author, Fujimoto, and it powerfully reinforces the tragic nature of Yoru’s story. It also gives the last twenty chapters of the fight a deeper, more meaningful impact.

Yoru Finally Helps Asa Move Beyond Her Guilt

While Yoru is having a meaningful conversation with Asa, Fujimoto reveals a surprising detail about Yoru’s past. Yoru shares that the nightjar she initially inhabited felt guilty about eating insects, a sentiment Yoru considered foolish and self-righteous. This leads to a particularly impactful line in the manga: “What you see as sins… mean nothing to a Devil.”

Yoru’s words offered Asa the gentle encouragement she desperately needed. Asa had long been burdened by regret over past choices, letting guilt prevent her from truly embracing who she was. Yoru’s next statement – “if that bird, too, had been able to fly… thinking only happy thoughts” – hinted at the core of Asa’s struggle: the power of letting go of negativity and choosing joy.

In Yoru’s story, Asa is like a bird unable to fly, weighed down by her negative thoughts and how she saw herself. Though Asa had the potential to be confident, past guilt consistently held her back, especially at crucial times. Yoru understands this deeply, having shared Asa’s body and emotions.

Even when the story slows down for a moment of reflection, Fujimoto keeps it captivating through clever storytelling. As Yoru speaks, the scenes often switch to show Denji creeping closer, ready to finish the fight. This emphasizes the importance of their conversation and helps us understand Yoru, who seems to be honestly sharing her feelings with the one person she almost considered a friend.

Fujimoto consistently surprises readers with unexpected turns, and chapter 229 of Chainsaw Man is no different. Denji’s choice to bring Yoru back to life instead of destroying her is a particularly clever twist, and one of the most impactful the manga has delivered recently.

Denji Ends The War Devil Arc With the Perfect Punchline

The best part of Chainsaw Man Chapter 229, “Nightjar and Asa,” is how it reframes a previously confusing and disappointing fight, giving it new significance. Things that felt like odd or silly writing choices now make perfect sense, revealing a hidden purpose. This pattern is common with Fujimoto’s work – fans often criticize him during an arc, only to realize later that his choices were brilliant.

This fight’s surprising turns actually serve a purpose, allowing its themes to truly shine – they’re among the best you’ll find in recent shonen manga. Yoru’s desire to understand others makes the arc’s ending particularly impactful. It now seems clear why Yoru couldn’t connect with Michigan the way Asa connected with her college fund. And it makes sense that Yoru’s desire to hurt Denji wasn’t about cruelty, but a desperate attempt to feel something – any sense of empathy or guilt.

Denji is determined to hold others to their agreements, and he recently reminded Yoru of a deal they made. He bluntly pointed out her promise to him – a sexual favor in exchange for defeating the Death Devil – referencing their original agreement from Chainsaw Man Chapter 193. He made sure she remembered she said she would fulfill her end of the bargain if he succeeded.

The line is so absurd it’s funny, and Yoru reacts the same way, letting out a burst of laughter as a building collapses around them in a surprisingly relieving scene. Denji’s remark sharply breaks the heavy, tragic atmosphere, creating a chaotic but fitting end to an already strong chapter. The moment also cleverly echoes a memorable panel from Chainsaw Man Chapter 217, where Denji and Asa share a similar laugh.

A major topic of conversation surrounding Chainsaw Man Part 2 has been the issue of consent, particularly with the unusual dynamic of two minds sharing one body. When Denji asks for sex, it brings that discussion back to the forefront and also raises questions about his emotional maturity. Beyond the debate, it’s good to see the storyline isn’t being ignored, and the author, Fujimoto, clearly intends to explore this complex issue further.

Things are about to get even more complicated. Just like Denji said to Asa in Chainsaw Man Chapter 195—they’d deal with the problems after defeating the Death Devil—now that the Devil is gone, Asa will have a lot to worry about when Chapter 230 is released on February 24th.

You can currently read the Chainsaw Man manga on Viz Media, Manga Plus, and the Shonen Jump app.

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2026-02-18 01:41