Nearly everything that's happened in the Academy Saga has all been a part of Fami's plan to power up Denji, Nayuta's big brother, and Asa Mitaka, Yoru's human host, so they can defeat Death and ...

Though undoubtedly optimistic, that does not mean Denji does not wish to be accepted by those around him after the many hardships in his life. After losing Nayuta, Denji did not have much hope for ...

However, Denji's experience with Makima might be a crucial learning moment. His ability to separate Nayuta from Makima in his memories suggests a capacity for growth and emotional maturity that ...

For instance, Power sacrificed herself to save Denji and made him promise to find and befriend the reincarnated Blood Devil. Even Nayuta acted this way, prioritizing Denji's safety in her last ...

Although similar, Nayuta is a reflection of Makima's desires ... and she even goes once on a date with Denji/Chainsaw Devil — another situation in which she could have died.