A review by fieldofhats
Chainsaw Man, Vol. 1 by Tatsuki Fujimoto

lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.0

Truly do not understand the hype. The action is fun, the art and visuals are cool, Denji’s (the protagonist) chainsaw devil design is amazing, but the story, character interactions, and vibe are not only lackluster, but often downright bad. I was on board with the first chapter, but when Denji’s new boss started treating him like a dog in a really bizarre, not-so-vaguely sexual, manner, it lost me. The story only got worse from there when Denji decided that his entire goal in life is… boobs. I get that he’s a horny teenager, but this is not a good, nor interesting, motivation for a protagonist. The only reason I gave it two stars was for the stunning visuals and the art direction. I will not be reading further, and I suggest that you don’t waste your time with it.
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