Yoshida may be Chainsaw Man's Justice Devil

Modified Jan 07, 2025 09:30 GMT

Yoshida might be the true Justice Devil (Image via MAPPA)

Chainsaw Man's extremely engaging plot continues to generate massive speculation as chapters are released. Thanks to its expansive character roster, there isn't a shortage of subjects for speculation. Recently, Hirofumi Yoshida's return to the story in Chainsaw Man chapter 188 has sprouted a ton of conjectures about him.

A new theory has been catching the fandom's attention lately. This hypothesis theorizes that Yoshida might be the true Justice Devil. It is understandable why Yoshida is the subject of speculation, given the mysterious nature of his character. Moreover, it theorizes that Yoshida, aka the Justice Devil, infiltrated Public Safety as part of a greater plan.

Disclaimer: This article is speculative in nature.

Chainsaw Man: Yoshida might be the true Justice Devil

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At this point, several theories have been formulated about Hirofumi Yoshida. The narrative refuses to divulge anything about him, further fueling these speculations. One recent theory paints him as the true Justice Devil. It supports this by pointing out the sheer mystery that shrouds the character, i.e., his identity, agenda, and connections that seem much deeper than he lets on.

Further, the Justice Devil apparently twists individuals' sense of justice into strength. This would make it simple for Yoshida to puppeteer events from the shadows. Moreover, Yoshida is regurgitated when Denji asks Pochita for a "useful Devil," which is strange. The theory builds that Yoshida being "vomited" isn’t a random choice.

It further states that Yoshida, the speculated Justice Devil, might infiltrate Public Safety as part of a grander scheme. Also, he has previously attempted to stop Denji from transforming into Chainsaw Man. Putting two and two together, this could be because the Justice Devil views Chainsaw Man as the root of the chaos and resolves that the “just” thing to do is to dismember Denji once and for all.

It is quite twisted, but it aligns with the Devil's thought process. Again, the confusion created by the Fire Devil posing as Justice could have been the latter's plan to stay anonymous.

Finally, Yuko, another who contracted with the "Justice Devil," showcased something entirely different than what would be seen if she had made the correct deal. Lastly, Yoshida being Justice might explain his morally gray deeds, cryptic mannerisms, and enigma compared to other characters.

Could Yoshida be the true Justice Devil?

Yoshida being so shrouded in mystery at this stage in Chainsaw Man has made him the center of a lot of speculation. While some theories are outright appalling, others seem to connect the dots convincingly well. This particular theory falls somewhere in between. Yoshida might be many things, but it is unlikely that he is the true Justice Devil.

Instead, he might be one to successfully contract with it, but even that is unconfirmed. Anyhow, Yoshida being Justice and wanting to stop Denji/Chainsaw Man for good through intricate methods seems a bit much. Fans can argue that Justice possesses Shapeshifting, as seen during its attacks. However, would the Devil be able to fully shapeshift into a human being? Along these lines, Yoshida being the Octopus Devil makes more sense, given its ability to metamorphose.

Finally, the confusion created by the Fire Devil might have been its own doing. As seen, the Fire Devil's drew was directly proportional to the number of contracts it forged. It is unlikely that it had anything to do with Justice. The Fire Devil posing as Justice to accumulate contracts and strengthen itself further makes more sense when looked at closely. So, Yoshida being the Justice Devil might be a bit of a stretch.

In conclusion

The theory that Hirofumi Yoshida is the true Justice Devil offers intriguing possibilities. However, it lacks substantial and conclusive evidence to make it convincing enough. His enigmatic persona and morally ambiguous actions definitely fuel speculation, but other elements, like the Fire Devil's deception and the limitations of shapeshifting, suggest otherwise.

Yoshida’s ties to the Octopus Devil and cryptic aims align better with the narrative. Ultimately, Chainsaw Man thrives on ambiguity and layered storytelling. This speculation is perfect for making theories, as it is a compelling part of the fandom experience. Until creator Tatsuki Fujimoto reveals something concrete, Yoshida's true identity and intentions remain a captivating mystery.

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Edited by Shreya Das