Hi, I’m KENTA, a Japanese manga enthusiast! Today, I’ll be diving deep into the character of Aki Hayakawa from Chainsaw Man, exploring his captivating charm and tragic fate. Prepare to be moved to tears by his unforgettable story. I’ll also delve into his relationships with Denji and Power, so even fans of the series won’t want to miss this!
Aki Hayakawa’s Profile
Aki Hayakawa is a Public Safety Devil Hunter from the 4th Division, known for his intense hatred of devils. Although his exact age is unknown, he drinks alcohol and smokes, and three years ago he was underage, so it’s likely he’s around twenty years old. Aki is a heavy smoker, preferring the brand Himeno used, Mevius.
Aki is depicted as a serious, caring, and sensible person. He is also sociable, mentioning that he once went drinking with police officers who responded to an incident. However, when he first became a Devil Hunter, he stated that he had no intention of getting close to anyone. This sociability was likely taught to him by Himeno. Aki also appears to have feelings for Makima.
Aki’s True Identity and Abilities
Aki is an ordinary human who grew up in Hokkaido. His family consisted of his father, mother, and younger brother, all of whom were killed by the Gun Devil. Aki is a strong individual, as seen when he remained unscathed during training.
Contracted Devils Aki has contracts with the Fox Devil and the Curse Devil. By forming the fox sign with his hand and saying “Kon,” he can summon the Fox Devil. The cost is to let the Fox Devil consume a part of his body. This is why Aki’s hair is long; sometimes, he is required to offer more than just skin. The Fox Devil is friendly towards humans and has contracts with many Devil Hunters besides Aki. However, it only accepts handsome men.
The Curse Devil’s contract requires Aki to stab a target three times with a nail and say “fire” to activate a curse that kills the target. The cost of this powerful ability is a reduction in lifespan. After the battle with Katana Man, Aki learns from the Curse Devil that he has only two years left to live. Thus, he can no longer use the Curse Devil’s abilities.
Aki later contracts with the Future Devil, a funky devil that repeatedly exclaims “the future rules!” The contract is based on the Future Devil’s desire to witness Aki’s gruesome future death, and it resides in Aki’s right eye. This ability to see a short distance into the future greatly enhances Aki’s combat effectiveness.
Aki’s Relationships with Denji and Power
Aki’s relationships with Denji and Power are those of a senior and juniors. Initially, Aki and Denji didn’t get along at all, and Aki even beat Denji up in an alley, but Denji fought back. As they began living together, Aki grew fond of Denji despite being constantly annoyed by him.
Power also moved in with Aki, and although their initial life together was chaotic, both Denji and Power began to improve their domestic skills, even cooking for Aki. After their confrontation with the Darkness Devil, Aki and Denji supported the distressed Power, solidifying their bond as a pseudo-family.
Aki’s Partners
・Himeno Aki’s first partner was Himeno, who was his mentor when he joined the Devil Hunters. She taught him about socializing and smoking. Himeno had a contract with the Ghost Devil and sacrificed herself to it during a terrorist attack, leaving nothing behind.
・Angel Devil Aki’s second partner was the Angel Devil, whose ability is to convert the lifespan of those he touches into weapons. Aki’s sword is one such weapon. The Angel Devil, second in strength only to Captain Kishibe, is lazy and unmotivated, which initially made him clash with the serious Aki. However, during the fight with the Typhoon Devil, Aki risked his life to save the Angel Devil, leading to a more cooperative relationship.
Aki’s Tragic Fate
Aki is one of the most tragically fated characters in the series. He became a Devil Hunter to avenge his family, who were killed by the Gun Devil. As the battle with the Gun Devil approached, Aki requested to withdraw but decided to participate upon learning that Denji and Power would be involved.
The Future Devil forced Aki to witness the horrific future where he and Power would be brutally killed by Denji. Aki discussed this with his partner, the Angel Devil, and they decided to consult Makima. Aki expressed his wish for Denji and Power to live happily, but Makima manipulated him into a contract, leading to Aki being killed by the Gun Devil.
After his death, Aki’s body was taken over by Makima’s control, leading to a fight with Denji. In his mind, Aki believed he was playing snowball fights with Denji, but in reality, he was attacking him. The fight ended when Denji, in tears, finally killed Aki.
Aki’s Final Moments and Epilogue
Aki’s final moments are heart-wrenching. He noticed Denji crying and stopped his attacks, which resulted in his death at Denji’s hands. As predicted by the Future Devil, Aki met the worst possible end. He had left a will, splitting his savings between Denji and Himeno’s family, allowing Denji to rent a new apartment and live with Power.
While devils reincarnate, humans do not, so Aki’s return is unlikely. However, he did fulfill his dream of playing catch with his younger brother Taiyo in the dream world, which was his sole solace.
This concludes the detailed analysis of Aki Hayakawa. His tragic fate and relationships with Denji and Power deeply move readers. At MangaZamurai, we share insights on Japanese manga with a global audience. Please check out our other articles to discover more captivating characters and stories. Thank you for reading, and see you in the next article!
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