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.
Denji shows increased command over his abilities, specifically the ability to retract his chainsaws at will. World-Building & Themes
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
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
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".
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.
Motivated by his goal to touch breasts and a newfound empathy for Power's love for her pet, Denji transforms into Chainsaw Man to fight the massive, flying monster.
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").