Chainsaw Man: Every Major Devil and Their Powers, Explained

Devils are the engine of Chainsaw Man's world. Here is how they actually work, and a rundown of the major Devils and the powers they bring.

How do Devils work?

Every Devil is born from a specific human fear — the more people fear a concept, the stronger its Devil. When a Devil dies on Earth it returns to Hell, and vice versa, so they are effectively reincarnating threats. Humans can form contracts with Devils, trading something of value (blood, time, body parts) for a slice of their power. Fiends are Devils that have taken over a human corpse, while Hybrids can transform between human and Devil forms.

The major Devils

Chainsaw Devil

The power behind Denji, fused with his Devil-dog Pochita. Pulling his cord turns his limbs and head into roaring chainsaws, with near-relentless regeneration as long as he has blood.

Control Devil

Embodied by Makima, this Devil represents the fear of control and domination. It can bend others to its will and is one of the most dangerous forces in the series.

Blood Devil

Power is a Blood Fiend who can shape and weaponise blood — hardening it into blades and hammers, and healing by consuming it.

Curse Devil

Aki Hayakawa contracts the Curse Devil, summoning a spectral nail-weapon that deals enormous damage at a steep personal cost — it shortens his lifespan with every use.

Future and Ghost Devils

Aki also contracts the Future Devil, glimpsing moments ahead in battle. Other early threats include the Ghost Devil and the maze-like Eternity Devil, each tied to a primal human fear.

Why the fear mechanic matters

Because power scales with fear, the most terrifying concepts — death, war, control, guns — produce the deadliest Devils. It is also why public perception can quietly shift the balance of power across the whole story.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do Devils get their powers in Chainsaw Man?

A Devil's strength comes from how much humanity fears the concept it embodies. The more feared the idea, the more powerful the Devil.

What is the difference between a Devil, a Fiend and a Hybrid?

A Devil is the pure entity born from fear. A Fiend is a Devil inhabiting a human corpse. A Hybrid is a human who can transform into a Devil, like Denji.

Who is the strongest Devil in Chainsaw Man?

The Control Devil and the Devils tied to humanity's deepest fears — such as death and war — rank among the strongest, making Makima one of the series' biggest threats.