Chapter 33

Mission Start (作戦開始, Sakusen kaishi) is the 33rd chapter of the Chainsaw Man manga series.

Summary
As they drive Aki back home, Kurose asks him of his intention to kill the Gun Devil. He states his annoyance, commenting on the ridiculous notion that a normal person like Aki could make any impact. Aki responds that whilst the goal is unrealistic, he requires an unrealistic outlook to make progress. Kurose tosses him a cola, saying that though such an outlook irritates him, he'll still support it.

Meanwhile, Makima meets with a Yakuza boss. He explains that though the Gun-Agents are members of his organisation, he does not condone their actions. He elaborates that the faction were influenced by Sawatari, who had them make small deals with the Gun Devil, paying money for guns and ammunition. Makima requests the names of every Yakuza member who contacted the Gun Devil, both within the Boss's group and his rivals. He refuses, explaining that such a betrayal would cause all-out gang warfare, resulting in foreign mafias invading. He then calls the Devil Hunters 'idiots without any real education', causing his compatriots to laugh.

Makima places a small bag on the table.She explains that within it are the eyeballs from all the family members of every person in the room. As the Boss looks in with horror, Makima offers to return them to their owners in return for his co-operation. A Yakuza grunt swings at her, however immediately collapses with blood pouring from his face.

Meanwhile, the Special Forces of the bureau prepare to storm the Gun-Agent's building. Inside, Sawatari talks to Katana Man, reaffirming their plan to kill as many Devil Hunters as possible and steal Denji's heart. Kishibe orders the Hunters to storm the building, as a pack of Zombies lie in wait.

Characters

 * Aki Hayakawa
 * Tendo
 * Kurose
 * Makima
 * Akane Sawatari
 * Katana Man
 * Denji
 * Kishibe