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With the end ofDemon SlayerSeason 4, Ufotable delivered the most cinematic experience the fandom could have asked for, ending with the Hashiras and Tanjiro’s group entering the Infinity Castle. The biggest appeal of Koyoharu Gotoge’sDSshonen series is its brisk pace that prioritized getting straight to the big moments.
As our beloved protagonist, Tanjiro Kamado, finally confronts Muzan Kibutsuji and vows to behead the Demon King, viewers are left glued to their screens, anticipating Season 5. AmidDemon Slayer’s compelling narrative and emotionally charged journey, Koyoharu Gotoge concludes his work with a bitter-sweet ending.
Fans were left traumatized by the noble sacrifices of their beloved Hashiras, with only Sanemi and Tomioka left to bear the immense burden of their comrades’ deaths. Interestingly, Gotoge might have hinted at a connection between the two surviving Hashiras, linking their pasts and shedding light on why they’re the last ones standing, which many fans overlooked.
Tomioka and Sanemi’s Shared Past Explains Their Survivor’s Guilt as the Last Hashiras Standing
Tomioka Giyu was the first Hashira introduced in the series, who introduced viewers and Tanjiro to the world ofDemon Slayerand the existence of Muzan Kibutsuji. While Giyu’s Hashira status played a vital role in his immense popularity, his tragic past made many fans sympathize with his character.
As the story progresses, viewers learn about Giyu’s struggles, exposing a poignant journey of guilt and inadequacy. The Water Hashira’s tragic past, followed by his inability to protect his cherished sister and Sabito, made him doubt his worthiness for the Hashira title.
Giyu’s self-doubts made him earn the title of Fake Hashira in the eyes of manyDSfans. As the Demon Slayers bring an end to Muzan’s 1000-year reign of terror, Koyoharu Gotoge concludes the story by showcasing both the light and dark sides of the aftermath.
With Tanjiro and his friends surviving, fans were deeply moved by the noble sacrifices of their cherished Hashiras, with Tomioka and Sanemi standing as the last Hashiras. Surprisingly, Gotoge intertwined the fates of the two Hashiras from the very beginning, connecting their pasts in a way that many fans overlooked.
Demon Slayer Akaza vs Giyu and Tanjiro Fan Animation May Have Outdone Ufotable
During the Swordsmith Arc, fans learned about the tragic past of Sanemi, the second-strongest Hashira in the series. In one of Sanemi’s backstory scenes, viewers can spot ayoung girl in a red haori, closely resembling Tomioka’s sister, hinting at a deeper connection between the two Hashiras, possibly from the same village.
However, this suggests that Tomioka and Sanemi might share a connection that ties together the tragic stories of two Hashiras who carried immense guilt and burden to their graves. While it’s believed Tomioka and Sanemi died at the age of 25 due to their Demon Slayer mark, there was one Hashira who survived this doomed story.
The Only Demon Slayer to Escape the Curse That Doomed All Others Hashira
Yoriichi Tsugikuniis the creator of the Sun Breathing Style and the legendaryDemon Slayer, who lived over 500 years ago. Unfortunately, Yoriichi Tsugikuni always blamed himself for not beheading Muzan and ending the bloodbath. Yoriichi was the only individual who solely made the Demon King bend a knee and nearly beheaded him, if not for Muzan’s cheap tricks.
Koyoharu Gotougeportrayed Yoriichi Tsugikuni as someone so powerful that he never doomed the Sun Breathing creator with the tragic fate of everyDemon Slayermark’s user. EveryDemon Slayerwho unlocks their markis destined to dieat the young age of 25.
After Watching Demon Slayer, I Can Safely Say Only Zenitsu Can Break Muichiro’s Record
Yes, it’s an inevitable curse that comes with the enhanced abilities and is every Hashira’s unfortunate fate. However, Yoriichi Tsugikuni wasn’t affected by this curse, despite being born with the mark. Interestingly, Yoriichi unlocking his mark at birth is itselfthe secret behind his long life.
Since Yoriichi was born with a mark, it’s likely his body adapted to the mark’s immense power at birth. This led the strongestDemon Slayerto live till his mid-80s and reminisce about his failed duty to kill Muzan.
Demon Slayeris available to stream on Crunchyroll.
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
