
Mamushi’s premature arrival reinforces a theory fans have been dreading — the story is now aligning with Koji’s most destructive prediction. Unlike the Sand Arc, where divergence only appeared in the later stages of conflict, this shift begins instantly.

Although the sneak peek doesn’t spoil the entire progression of the chapter, it provides enough to make one conclusion: Chapter 28 is shaping up to be a major turning point, and the tides are currently not on the heroes’ side