Higanjima: 48 Nichigo Chapter 492 Spoilers & Manga Raw

Akira and his allies face a tragic conclusion as they confront Katsuji, who has been transformed into a grotesque vampire. Stripped of his humanity, Katsuji pleads for death, but the King of Insects blocks Akira’s path, revealing that Katsuji’s transformation was a cruel trap designed to humiliate the survivors. As tentacles erupt from Katsuji’s body, Akira realizes he must end his friend's suffering. He strikes with desperate precision, severing Katsuji’s head. As a black mist of resentment spills out, the King of Insects laughs, mocking their agony before retreating. With grief fueling his rage, Akira’s resolve to kill Miyabi solidifies. This victory is hollow, serving only as a grim reminder that the true nightmare is far from over. The hell they walk through deepens, and the next horror awaits in the shadows.