Ministry of Public Safety

Lore & Background

Formed to combat the escalating threat of devils, which manifest based on humanity's collective fears, Public Safety was established as a necessary evil. The organization recognizes that standard police tactics are ineffective against entities like the Gun Devil or the Fire Devil. Consequently, they recruit individuals with devil contracts or those who have merged with devils themselves, creating a force capable of fighting fire with fire. The agency is divided into regional divisions, each operating semi-autonomously but reporting to central command in Tokyo. This structure allows for rapid response to local outbreaks while maintaining a centralized chain of command for high-level threats. However, the reliance on devil powers creates an inherent instability; many hunters are unstable, violent, or manipulated by their contracts, turning the organization into a powder keg waiting to explode. Internally, Public Safety is not monolithic. It houses various factions with differing philosophies regarding how devils should be handled and what constitutes 'safety.' Some members view themselves as saviors, while others see the organization as a tool for personal gain or a means to access forbidden power. This ideological friction often leads to internal purges, betrayals, and tragic outcomes that define the narrative's darker moments.

In Their Own Story

The rain in Tokyo tasted like rust and old blood, slicking the pavement of Division 4's precinct. Denji wiped his brow, leaving a smear of grease on his forehead as he stared at the file on the desk. Another contract, another monster, another life traded for safety. The fluorescent lights hummed overhead, casting long shadows that seemed to stretch toward the door where the higher-ups waited. They didn't see the fear in the eyes of the new recruits; they only saw numbers and assets. As the phone rang with a shrill, mechanical buzz, Denji knew another hunt was beginning. In this world, safety wasn't a promise; it was a transaction paid for in teeth and bone.

Reader's Guide

The hierarchy of Public Safety is rigid yet fluid, led by high-ranking officials who often possess their own devil contracts or powerful allies. At the top sits the Director, followed by division chiefs who manage regional operations like Tokyo's Division 4. Key members include elite hunters such as Power and Aki Hayakawa, who operate on the front lines, while figures like Kishibe serve as strategic enforcers with their own agendas. The organization's primary goal is the eradication of devils, but secondary objectives often involve controlling powerful entities for state use. Internal conflicts arise from the clash between idealistic hunters and cynical bureaucrats. Some members believe in protecting humanity at all costs, while others view the populace as expendable collateral. This tension creates a volatile environment where loyalty is tested daily, and betrayal is often the only path to survival or promotion.

Did You Know?

• Public Safety hunters are legally allowed to commit acts that would be crimes for civilians if they are in the line of duty against devils.
• Contrary to popular belief, most high-ranking bureaucrats within Public Safety do not hold personal devil contracts; instead, they rely on contract-holding hunters and human agents to execute dangerous missions.
• The agency's financial mechanics and resource allocation remain a mystery in canon, with no confirmed details regarding government budgets or performance-based KPIs.