MAPPA’s Approach to the Chainsaw Man Anime Makes it Almost Obvious that Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Most Gruesome Manga Might be in the Wrong Hands

With many iconic animes coming close to their conclusion, fans are wondering which new manga series would be perfect for their new venture. Several famous mangas have already been animated or are in production by MAPPA Studio, such as Attack on Titan, Chainsaw Man, and Jujutsu Kaisen. The studio has consistently delivered top-tier work in every project they undertake.

MAPPA’s CEO, Manabu Ohtsuka, revealed his fascination with Tatsuki Fujimoto’s work and desire to bring the mangaka’s every project to life on big screens. Currently, the studio is focusing on Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man. With only 12 episodes, CSM instantly became one of Studio MAPPA’s most popular titles to date.

Chainsaw Man explores nuanced themes of finding happiness and moral subjectivity, captivating several viewers with a gruesome mixture of gory fights and compelling characters. While many CSM fans hail the anime as Fujimoto’s greatest masterpiece, they should also acknowledge the author’s earlier hit manga series that helped him achieve widespread recognition. Before CSM serialization, Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Fire Punch was celebrated as the mangaka’s standout work, with some fans still holding it in high regard.

Fire Punch Destined to Surpass Chainsaw Man

While Fire Punch may not be as famous as CSM, the manga has delivered a story full of graphic violence and mature themes. Fire Punch isn’t for the faint of heart, as it showcases Tatsuki Fujimoto‘s dark narrative filled with controversial subjects and many truly disturbing contents that readers should be prepared for before diving in.

Like its successor Chainsaw Man, Fire Punch excels in beautifully showcasing the cruelties of its world. With Fire Punch, Fujimoto introduces readers to a post-apocalyptic world. In a world blanketed in snow and ice, the story follows Agni, who has the ability to regenerate his body and control flames. The readers are soon introduced to the tranquil lives of two siblings, Agni and his younger sister, Luna.

Unfortunately, their peaceful existence and joyful moments are abruptly shattered when their entire village gets wiped out, leaving Agni as the sole survivor. Driven by vengeance, Agni follows the path of revenge and slowly learns the truth about the world around him. Fire Punch explores themes of survival, identity, and redemption, keeping readers at the edge of their seats.

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If you’re looking for something unpredictable and darkly gripping, Fire Punch must be at the top of your list. With MAPPA’s CEO opening up about his desire to adapt every single one of Fujimoto’s works, including Fire Punch, fans are eagerly anticipating the studio’s official announcement.

With Attack on Titan ending this year, MAPPA can astonish many anime fans by bringing another highly awaited Fujimoto creation to life. However, owing to one of CSM Season 1’s biggest flaws, Fire Punch‘s fans’ excitement could quickly turn to dismay if MAPPA doesn’t resolve the issue in time.

How MAPPA Studio Could Wreck Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Fire Punch

Owing to its enormous success, Chainsaw Man reigns as one of the most famous series in the eyes of many anime fans. Although the animation quality received praise from several fans, many CSM readers were upset with MAPPA’s direction in adapting some of Fujimoto’s goriest panels.

Interestingly, the studio tries to ignore the more mature and adult side of Fujimoto’s manga, as it could lead to many controversies if animated without proper supervision. However, MAPPA’s efforts to downplay CSM‘s goriest elements despite the blood and violence are leading fans to question if their beloved manga’s future is in safe hands.

Similar to Berserk, Fire Punch uses these shock effects to enhance the story and show readers just how brutal the world is. Despite the hard-to-stomach scenes or incredibly tragic story and conclusion, Fire Punch is Fujimoto’s magnum opus in the dark fantasy supernatural genre, and it will only leave a long-lasting impression if MAPPA prioritizes sticking to the creator’s original vision.

Chainsaw Man can be streamed on Crunchyroll while Fire Punch can be read on Viz Media