Chainsaw Man's Biggest Mystery: Who is Kobeni Higashiyama's Contract Demon? An In-Depth Analysis from "Secret" to "Extreme Luck"
ANIHK 編輯部In the world of "Chainsaw Man," the strength of a devil hunter largely depends on which devil they have contracted with and what price they paid for it. However, among the many characters, Kobeni Higashiyama (also known as Little Kobeni), a former member of Public Safety's Special Division 4, is an enigmatic presence. She is timid, cries easily, and always wants to quit, yet she always manages to survive the most desperate and dangerous situations. Her biggest secret is her never-revealed "contract devil." This suspense has sparked countless speculations and discussions among fans.
Official Setting's Blank: "My Contract Devil is a Secret"
The story never directly reveals Kobeni's contract devil. During her self-introduction at the mixer when she first appeared, when asked about her contract devil, she merely replied, "It's... a secret." This answer became the core mystery surrounding Kobeni. In subsequent plot developments, even when facing life-threatening danger, she never summons a devil to protect herself like other devil hunters, instead relying on her superhuman physical abilities and a small kitchen knife to fight.
This反常 behavior led fans to their first bold speculation: Kobeni Higashiyama might not have a contract devil at all. Could it be that, to protect herself and allow her to leave this high-risk job at any time, she never offered any body part to form a contract? This theory perfectly explains why she never summons a devil.
Amazing Physical Prowess and the Nickname "Wrestling Devil"
Although mentally extremely fragile, Kobeni's physical abilities displayed at critical moments are top-notch. In battles against Katana Man and Sawatari, she demonstrated fluid movements, easily dodging attacks and even disarming opponents to counterattack. Her agility even surprised Katana Man, who called her a "monkey." This stark contrast with her timid personality has spawned many interesting fan theories, such as her actually being a contractor of the "Wrestling Devil" or the "Sweat Gland Devil," because she is always falling and sweating profusely. Although these are mostly playful nicknames, they also attest to her extraordinary physical prowess.
