Control Devil Contract

Dominate others through a pact that turns fear into absolute command.

In the Chainsaw Man universe, the Control Devil is a unique entity born from humanity's fear of being controlled. Makima utilizes her ability to dominate Devils and humans alike, forming contracts that allow her to command others with absolute authority. Her primary goal involves acquiring Pochita, the Chainsaw Devil, whose consumption erases concepts from existence. This dynamic drives the first arc's conflict, where Denji is recruited into Public Safety under her leadership only to discover his fate is tied to her manipulation.

Quick Facts

Primary holder: Makima
Affiliation: Public Safety Devil Hunters
Arc introduction: Part 1: Public Safety Arc

Lore & Background

The Control Devil represents the collective dread of losing autonomy. In the story, Makima reveals herself as this Devil, using her power to form contracts that force compliance from those she meets. She assigns Denji to hunt the Gun Devil and manipulates Aki Hayakawa into becoming the Gun Fiend after the United States deploys the weapon against her. The narrative highlights how Devils cycle between Hell and Earth upon death, but Makima exploits this system to maintain control. Her power allows her to view others as dogs, a perspective that underscores the story's themes of hierarchy and manipulation within the Devil Hunter ranks.

Reader's Guide

The Control Devil's mechanics rely on forming contracts where the user offers a portion of their life or autonomy in exchange for power. Makima uses this to command Devils and humans, often treating them as subordinates rather than equals. A key limitation involves the target's will; while she dominates most, Denji eventually breaks free through his bond with Pochita. Visual cues include her calm demeanor masking lethal intent, contrasting with the violence of her commands. The guide emphasizes that this power shifts battles from physical strength to psychological manipulation, as seen when she orchestrates events leading to Aki's death and Power's demise.

Did You Know?

Denji kills Makima after she kills Power in front of him, leaving Denji catatonic temporarily.
Nayuta, the reincarnation of the Control Devil, is entrusted to Denji's care at the end of the first arc.