Volume 12 marks the beginning of the intense Anteiku Raid arc. The Commission of Counter Ghoul launches a large-scale operation targeting the peaceful café that once sheltered Kaneki. Former friends are forced into desperate battles for survival. Kaneki rushes back, determined to protect the place he once called home. The emotional tension reaches heartbreaking levels as long-standing bonds are tested. Every fight carries devastating consequences. Ishida’s artwork becomes darker and more dramatic, emphasizing loss and sacrifice. Readers witness powerful moments of courage and loyalty. The atmosphere is heavy with inevitability. Volume 12 begins one of the most tragic arcs in the series.