Chainsaw Man: Assassins Arc Officially Announced at Jump Festa 2026!

The news that fans of Tatsuki Fujimoto's work have been eagerly waiting for finally broke on the Jump Festa 2026 stage. After a huge success with the first season and the announcement of the Reze Arc feature film, the Chainsaw Man series is confirmed to continue into the most brutal and action-packed chapter, the International Assassins Arc.

This announcement was met with hysterical screams from fans who have long awaited the presence of iconic assassins from around the world. With a new teaser visual showcasing a dark and eerie atmosphere, the continuation of Denji's story as Chainsaw Man is predicted to set a new standard for animation quality produced by studio MAPPA.

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1. The Emergence of International Assassins

Chainsaw Man: Assassins Arc (credit: x.com/@_socartes_)

In the Assassins Arc, the scale of the story will expand to a global level. The world begins to realize the existence of the "Chainsaw Man's Heart" that resides within Denji's body, and various countries start sending their best assassins to take it. Fan-favorite characters like Quanxi, the legendary assassin from China, and the mysterious "Santa Claus" from Germany, are sure to make their debut in this arc.

The production quality of this latest season is reported to maintain the cinematic aesthetic that is characteristic of Chainsaw Man. Fans will not only be treated to bloody battles between demons, but also far more complex political intrigues and betrayals. Studio MAPPA itself promises to deliver a visual experience that exceeds audience expectations after the success of previous projects.

2. Chainsaw Man Synopsis

Chainsaw Man: Assassins Arc (credit: x.com/@animetv_jp)

The plot of the Assassins Arc begins after Denji's identity as Chainsaw Man is widely revealed to the world through the media. This news triggers a massive manhunt because Denji's heart is considered a highly valuable commodity for the military powers of major countries.

Denji, who initially just wanted to live a normal life as a school student and devil hunter, now has to become the target of high-level assassins from the United States, the Soviet Union, China, and Germany. Amidst this chaos, Makima and the Public Safety Devil Hunters must work extra hard to protect Denji. However, behind the siege of these international assassins lies a much larger plan that will change Denji's life forever.

3. Check Out the Trailer

Chainsaw Man: Assassins Arc (credit: x.com/@faxzrr)

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