[s1e3] — Chainsaw

The episode explores the rigid rules and international politics surrounding Public Safety Devil Hunters, including mentions of "Soviet" involvement. Critical Reception Episode 3 | Chainsaw Man Wiki | Fandom

The third episode of , titled " Meowy's Whereabouts " (or simply "Chainsaw"), aired in October 2022 and serves as a pivotal character-building chapter that introduces the series' unique blend of dark comedy, extreme gore, and surprisingly tender emotional stakes. Plot Overview

Makima reprimands Power for killing a devil assigned to a civilian hunter. To regain Makima’s favor, Power and Denji must learn to work together. [S1E3] Chainsaw

Power reveals her cat, Meowy , was kidnapped by the Bat Devil . She strikes a deal with Denji: if he rescues Meowy, she will let him "cop a feel".

The episode follows the fallout of Power’s impulsive actions from the previous episode. The episode explores the rigid rules and international

Makima explains that a devil’s strength is proportional to how much its name is feared (e.g., a "Car Devil" is stronger than a "Coffee Devil").

Denji shows increased command over his abilities, specifically the ability to retract his chainsaws at will. World-Building & Themes To regain Makima’s favor, Power and Denji must

Upon reaching the Bat Devil's hideout, Power betrays Denji, knocking him unconscious and offering him as a "nutritious" human sacrifice to the Bat Devil to save her cat.