Humanity’s last hope is at the end of its rope as Kafka Hibino struggles in his battle of attrition against Kaiju no 9.

Kaiju no 8 chapter 109 could mark the end of the ongoing conflict between the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force and the ultimate monster now controlled by Kaiju no 9.

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The world’s future rests on Hibino’s newfound combat skills, but will they be enough to fight against Kaiju no 9’s new powers?

Chapter 109 could mark a turning point, forcing the Defense Force to make a critical decision: retreat and regroup or push forward with a daring attack to eliminate the ultimate threat.

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Chapter 108 of Kaiju no 8 plunged Kafka Hibino into a desperate struggle. Kaiju no 9 awakened a dormant monster power within its upgraded body, granting him immense combat strength fueled by the essence of Kaiju no 2, one of the series’ most formidable beasts.

However, Kaiju no 9 was one of many threats. It also possessed the fighting knowledge of Isao Shinomiya, the former Defense Force leader and a master of squadron-style combat.

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Overwhelmed by this combined power, Hibino relied on the new techniques he had honed with Soshiro Hoshina, the Third Division vice-captain, just to survive.

The situation worsened when Hibino learned he’d been transformed for over 30 minutes, exceeding the safe limit for maintaining his human form. Hishino revealed that Hibino might be unable to return to his human form.

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Just as Kaiju no 9 delivered a critical blow, exposing Hibino’s core, Mina Ashiro, captain of the Third Division, intervened with a precise shot, saving Hibino from annihilation.

This selfless act fulfilled Hibino’s childhood promise to fight alongside Ashiro as a Defense Force officer.

Kaiju no 8 chapter 109 release date

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According to Shueisha’s official Manga Plus app, the next Kaiju no 8 manga chapter releases on Thursday, June 20, at 8 a.m. PT.

Manga Plus’s post also mentioned that the schedule for chapter 109 is subject to change. The release times and schedule for international viewers vary based on their time zone.

KAIJU NO 8 CHAPTER 109 RELEASE DATE TIME ZONETHURSDAY, JUNE 20/TIME
JST (Japan Standard Time)11 p.m.
GMT+810 p.m.
ET (Eastern Time)10 a.m.
CT (Central Time)9 a.m.
GMT (Western European Time)2 p.m.
CET (Central European Time)5 a.m.
IST (Indian Standard Time)7:30 p.m.

Where to read Kaiju no 8

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The manga is ongoing, spanning over 100 chapters across nine volumes.

You can read it on the official VIZ Media website, where a monthly US$2 subscription grants access to all chapters.

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Additionally, it’s available on Manga Plus, Shueisha’s international platform and app. The first three chapters are free but must create a Manga Plus account to continue. 

From chapter 4 onwards, all chapters, including the latest releases, are free to read. It’s important to note that each chapter can only be viewed once on Manga Plus.

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