In the latest chapter of Kagurabachi, Chihiro Rokuhira faced off against Hirohiko from the Hishaku organization to protect Yoji Uruha, a contractor of an Enchanted Blade. Fans witnessed Hirohiko using his origami-based sorcery to launch attacks, which Chihiro skillfully countered with his Enten Enchanted Blade.
Chihiro’s overarching goal is to resolve the conflict between Hishaku and Kamunabi, believing that recovering the stolen Enchanted Blades is crucial. The chapter ended on a thrilling cliffhanger, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the release of Chapter 50.
Kagurabachi Release Date and Where to Read
Kagurabachi Chapter 50 is set to be released on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 12 AM JST, as part of Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #43, according to MANGAPlus. Due to time zone differences, international readers might get access as early as September 22, 2024. The exact release time may vary depending on your location.
For those outside Japan, Chapter 50 will be available for free on platforms like MANGAPlus, the Shonen Jump+ app, and Viz Media’s website. While the first few chapters and the latest three are free, accessing the full series may require a subscription.
What to Expect in Chapter 50
In Chapter 50, the battle between Chihiro and Hirohiko will continue, alongside the revived Anti-Enten Squad. Chihiro’s expertise with the Enchanted Blade will be essential in countering Hirohiko’s origami sorcery, which is expected to showcase more of its dangerous capabilities. Given the versatile nature of origami, Hirohiko’s attacks might keep Chihiro on his toes, requiring him to think on the fly.
Meanwhile, Uruha and Hakuri are likely to confront the remaining assassins on the train, possibly running into Hirohiko’s missing partner. There’s speculation that Hakuri might finally use an Isou technique to protect Uruha.
Recap of Chapter 49
In Chapter 49, titled “Deadlock,” the action unfolds as Hirohiko clashes with Chihiro on a train, backed by a group of hired assassins. Chihiro questions Hirohiko’s motives, suspecting he had no role in his father’s death. Hirohiko declares his intention to eliminate Uruha and break the Eternal Contract.
As some assassins break through a window to attack Uruha, he quickly defeats them. Chihiro prepares for battle, cloaked in Nishiki, while Hirohiko reveals his origami sorcery, creating Blood Cranes that injure the assassins and obscure Chihiro’s vision. Chihiro responds with a powerful shockwave using Kuro, similar to Shinuchi’s Centipede technique.
Uruha urges Chihiro to focus on the fight, prompting him to jump off the train with Hirohiko, recognizing him as the primary threat. Hirohiko, eager for battle, revives the assassins using Datenseki, forming the Anti-Enten Squad.
Stay tuned for the next chapter as the stakes continue to rise in Kagurabachi!