What is makima?

Makima: A Complex Figure from Chainsaw Man

Makima is a major antagonist in the Chainsaw Man manga and anime series, created by Tatsuki Fujimoto. She is a high-ranking Public Safety Devil Hunter, known for her charisma, manipulative nature, and immense power.

• Appearance: Makima is portrayed as a beautiful young woman with red hair, golden eyes with concentric rings, and an enigmatic smile. Her appearance contributes significantly to her captivating and alluring aura.

• Personality: She is presented as a calm, collected, and seemingly caring individual, especially towards Denji, the protagonist. However, beneath this facade lies a ruthlessly pragmatic and manipulative character who is willing to sacrifice anyone to achieve her goals. Her ultimate aim is to control the Chainsaw%20Devil (Pochita) and use its power to create a better world, albeit according to her own twisted vision.

• Powers and Abilities: Makima is incredibly powerful, wielding the abilities of the Control%20Devil. This allows her to control other beings, including humans and devils, forcing them to obey her commands. She also possesses a wide range of other abilities, often using contracts with other devils to amplify her strength and versatility. She can crush opponents from distance too.

• Role in the Story: Makima plays a pivotal role in shaping the events of Chainsaw Man. She acts as a mentor figure to Denji, guiding him through the world of devil hunting. However, her true intentions are gradually revealed, leading to a tragic and destructive conflict that pushes Denji to his limits. Her actions and manipulations have far-reaching consequences for all the characters involved.

• Motivations: Makima's driving motivation stems from her desire to eliminate suffering and create an ideal world. However, her methods are authoritarian and involve suppressing individual freedom and choice. She believes that by controlling the Chainsaw Devil, she can erase concepts like war, hunger, and death, but at the cost of free will.