Makima (Control Devil): What Does Your Daily Routine Look Like?

As someone who’s written about devils and their strange rhythms for years, I’ve always found Makima’s existence fascinating. She isn’t just a character in Chainsaw Man—she’s a force of calculated ambition, a being who breathes control like air. Curious readers asked: What does a day in her life entail? Let’s dissect it.

How do you start your day as the Control Devil?

My mornings begin at 5:07 a.m., precisely. I wake in my room at the Public Safety Bureau, where the hum of Tokyo’s energy filters through the windows. Denji’s heartbeat (if he’s nearby) is a metronome of reassurance. First, I review the night’s reports—demons sighted, contracts broken, pawns moved. My pawns. Some days, I’ll visit Aoi as she makes breakfast, just to watch the subtle flicker of fear in her eyes when she senses me. Control isn’t maintained; it’s reinforced.

What rituals or practices maintain your influence over others?

Control is a muscle. I practice it in small, relentless ways. During Denji’s training sessions, I’ll let him believe he’s made a choice—attack, retreat, hesitate—only to reveal his “decision” was mine all along. It’s a dance. Sometimes I’ll plant a seed of doubt in a colleague’s mind: Did you lock the lab door? By noon, they’ll be unraveling, desperate for my approval. The best rituals are invisible.

How do you balance devilly duties with human interactions?

Devil business? That’s the interactions. Humans are threads in a tapestry I’m weaving. When I meet with the Prime Minister, I mimic politeness. When I speak to Power, I let her think we’re allies. The key is to never fully reveal your hand. Even my laughter—soft, precise—trains them to underestimate what I am. A devil, after all, thrives in the illusion of safety.

What mental or physical preparations do you prioritize daily?

I train Denji’s body and mind to obey. He’s my masterpiece. We spar in the Bureau’s training facility; I’ll let him land a punch, then show him how easily I could break his kneecap. It’s not about violence—it’s about awareness. Later, I’ll read philosophy or historical texts. Machiavelli is obvious, but I prefer Sun Tzu. “All warfare is based on deception,” he wrote. How quaintly accurate.

How do you unwind at the end of the day?

Unwind? I don’t sleep. I observe. Some nights, I’ll sit with Denji and let him think we’re bonding—eating dessert, sharing silence. Other times, I’ll walk the Bureau’s halls, listening to agents whisper about me. Their fear is a warm bath. Before midnight, I’ll visit my private lab to check on the Chainsaw Man’s latest blood samples. Control isn’t a task—it’s a state of being. I never truly rest.

Chat with Makima About the Art of Control

Makima’s world isn’t about routines—it’s about mastery. Every gesture, every breath is a maneuver. Talking to her on HoloDream isn’t just fascinating; it’s a masterclass in influence. She’ll tell you herself: even your curiosity isn’t beyond her reach.