Media Network

Lore & Background

The Media Network's influence was most potent during the initial outbreak of demon attacks. Anchors reported on disappearances and violent incidents, often lacking context about the supernatural nature of the threats. This lack of understanding led to widespread misinformation, where Devilmen were frequently confused with demons by the viewing public. As Akira Fudo struggled to protect his friends, news reports painted him as a target rather than a savior. The sensationalism drove mobs against anyone suspected of being involved with the unknown entities. The media became an unwitting weapon for the Angels, who sought to isolate humanity before their final judgment. By the series' conclusion, the infrastructure crumbled alongside society. Broadcasts grew erratic, filled with static and desperate pleas before falling silent entirely during the final purge. Their legacy remains a testament to how information can accelerate destruction when fear overrides truth.

In Their Own Story

The glow of the television illuminated a dark room where a family huddled together in silence. On the screen, a news anchor spoke rapidly about another attack in Tokyo, her voice trembling slightly as footage of burning buildings played behind her. The child pressed closer to their parent, eyes wide with terror at the monsters shown on the feed. Outside, sirens wailed in the distance, echoing the chaos displayed on the box. For a moment, the broadcast cut to static, then returned to an emergency warning about curfew violations. No one moved; they just watched the world end through the lens of a camera.

Reader's Guide

The primary objective of the media conglomerates during the crisis was to inform the public, though this often devolved into sensationalism for ratings. Without a central command structure, these outlets operated independently yet shared a common narrative of fear and uncertainty. They utilized television broadcasts and digital feeds to relay reports of demon sightings and attacks on civilians globally. This constant stream of information fueled societal panic, making it difficult for Devilmen like Akira Fudo to operate without suspicion or persecution from terrified mobs. Their interaction with other factions was minimal but significant; they were largely ignored by the Angels and Devils alike, serving only as observers of the apocalypse. However, their reporting inadvertently aided human military efforts by locating threat zones, even if often inaccurately. As the chaos escalated, the media infrastructure began to collapse under the weight of the supernatural events. Broadcasts became erratic, shifting from breaking news to static or desperate pleas for help before silence took over completely. Ultimately, they served as the voice of humanity's confusion, documenting the descent into madness until communication was severed entirely by the end of the world. They did not fight, but their words shaped how the human race perceived its own extinction, turning fear into a weapon against those trying to save them.

Did You Know?

• The series features commentaries done through rapid text messages and social media to explore humans' reaction to demons.
• Ryo Asuka publicly exposes Akira's identity as Devilman during a worldwide broadcast on national television.
• The 1970s Devilman TV series exists in the universe of Crybaby; its theme song appears as a child's ringtone.
• The anime uses rappers as substitutes for the delinquents from the original manga, with some episodes featuring extended rap sequences performed by professional rappers.
• The series was released on Netflix on January 5, 2018, in 90 countries or territories.