Kaiju No. 8 manga is nearing its end. The next chapter will be the last in the series, and it will likely better explain the fate of the character Kafka Hibino and the recovery of his human form. Furthermore, it's possible the narrative will jump forward in time to show the future and evolution of the protagonist and the other members of the Defense Force.
In chapter 128 , Kafka destroys Meireki's Mega Kaiju core, ending the battle. After the protagonist swaps his heart for another core to defeat the daikaiju, his fate is left uncertain. However, in the final chapter, the story reveals that Isao Shinomiya, Kikoru's father, saves Kafka and gives him what appears to be his heart. With this, at the end of the chapter, the protagonist regains his human form.
The protagonist's fate divided the opinions of manga fans. Some believe that the character's death would add more emotional weight to the story's conclusion. However, those who prefer a happy ending accepted it without reservation. Furthermore, readers expected chapter 128 to have more pages and further explanations about the character's fate.
Chapter 129 release schedule
The chapter will be released in different time zones, allowing fans of the series to follow along simultaneously on digital platforms. In Brazil , chapter 129 will be released on Thursday July 17th , at 12 PM . Check below for release times in other countries:
| Region | Local launch time |
| Pacific Time | July 17th, Thursday, 8 AM |
| Eastern Time (US) | July 17th, Thursday, 11am |
| British Time | July 17th, Thursday, 4 PM |
| Central European Time | July 17th, Thursday, 5 PM |
| India Time | July 17th, Thursday, 8:30 PM |
| Philippine Time | July 17th, Thursday, 11 PM |
| Japan Time | 1July 8th, Friday, 12 AM |
| Australia Time (Central) | July 18th, Friday, 1:30 AM |
In the final scene of chapter 128, Kafka Hibino regains his human form. It's likely the story will use this last chapter to provide some explanations and show a glimpse into the characters' future and the country's reconstruction. Furthermore, it's possible Kafka will be compatible with a Numbered Weapon, since, with the departure of the vengeful spirits, the protagonist will likely no longer be able to assume the form of Kaiju No. 8.
Where to read the manga Kaiju No. 8
Chapter 129 will be available for free on the official Viz Media website and on the Manga Plus , which publishes the first three and last three chapters for free. To access the complete work, readers can opt for a monthly subscription to Shonen Jump+. With the manga's end drawing ever closer, readers can ease their longing and follow Kafka Hibino's journey again with the release of the anime's second season, scheduled for July 2025.
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