We see how Mikey’s "Dark Impulsivity" isn't just a personality quirk; it’s a vacuum left behind by Shinichiro’s death.
For most of the series, Shinichiro was a saint. Here, we see the collateral damage his "kindness" caused by leaving Izana behind. Tokyo Revengers Chapter 164 Raw
This chapter reinforces that while Mikey is the leader of Toman, the story is actually haunted by his brother, Shinichiro. We see how Mikey’s "Dark Impulsivity" isn't just
📍 Chapter 164 isn't about who wins the fight; it’s about the tragedy of two "brothers" tearing each other apart over a man who isn't there to stop them. It’s a masterclass in how grief fuels delinquency. If you’d like to dive deeper, let me know: This chapter reinforces that while Mikey is the
Izana views the Sano bloodline as a throne he was evicted from. His violence is a tantrum against a fate he can’t change.
Ken Wakui uses heavy blacks and high-contrast shading in this chapter to isolate Izana and Mikey.
Notice the "dead" look in Mikey’s eyes compared to the frantic, wide-eyed gaze of Izana. It marks the difference between someone who has lost everything and someone who is terrified of never having had anything at all.