Chapter 196 of Dandadan, officially published on June 2, 2025, marks the beginning of the long-awaited battle against the Human Typhoon. Seiko Ayase leads the offensive with a daring plan involving the manipulation of spiritual energy and frozen sharks as weapons. Momo Ayase and Jin Enjoji, under their grandmother's guidance, take center stage in executing the strategy. However, the unexpected return of the Tsuchinoko expands the conflict and introduces new elements to the confrontation. The Kito family's movements reinforce the atmosphere of urgency and uncertainty.
The plot momentarily ignores Jin's internal struggle with the Evil Eye and focuses on their collective efforts to weaken the weather phenomenon. The absence of further explanations about the origin of the Human Typhoon does not slow down the narrative. On the contrary, the focus shifts to the union of unlikely forces and improvisation in the heat of the moment. The scene on the plane reveals the combination of ingenuity and desperation that defines the tone of this episode.
Seiko Ayase's plan to contain the advance of the Human Typhoon
Seiko Ayase's proposed strategy is surprisingly simple yet risky. Momo is instructed to capture flying sharks using her powers, while Jin hurls them with ki energy towards the typhoon. The plan aims to cool the base of the phenomenon, transforming the vapor into droplets and widening the eye of the cyclone. The goal is to reduce its intensity and accelerate its dissipation.
Although the plan seems improvised, Seiko demonstrates confidence in the duo's abilities. She also decides to pilot the plane to take them as close as possible to the center of the phenomenon. Even without knowing how to operate the aircraft, her attitude reinforces the desperation and confidence she places in the two young people. The scene reveals a moment of complicity between generations in the face of an unusual threat.
The first attempt to attack with the frozen sharks doesn't yield immediate results. Still, the characters persist, ignoring the skeptical comments of the Kito family. Their persistence suggests that, despite the uncertainty, there is real hope for success. The tension grows as the situation becomes increasingly unpredictable.
The return of Tsuchinoko and the entry of the Kito family into the fight
The biggest surprise of the chapter comes with the reintroduction of the Tsuchinoko, a creature previously defeated. Naki Kito reveals that the family preserved the animal's eggs and fed them until they reached a new size. By pouring a mysterious perfume into a suitcase, she reactivates the creature, now transformed and ready for battle.
The new Tsuchinoko doesn't possess the same powers as the original, as it hasn't consumed humans. Even so, its presence has an immediate impact. It begins devouring sharks and, under Naki's command, unleashes them against the typhoon. This unexpected collaboration between the protagonists and the Kito adds dynamism to the conflict, showing that survival trumps rivalries.
Where to read Dandadan
Readers can follow the series on the official Viz Media website and on MANGA Plus , both free but with reading limitations. For full access, a monthly subscription to Shonen Jump+ is available.
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