#SPOILERS FOR DEMON SLAYER: MUGEN TRAIN AHEAD!!!
ablaze [ ə-ˈblāz ]
Definition of ablaze:
adjective
- being on fire
- radiant with light or emotion
Set your heart ablaze!
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I have already
reviewed the Demon Slayer: Mugen Train movie, but I think it is time I reviewed the TV version too.
Plot: 18/10
Unlike the movie, the TV version of the Mugen Train arc starts with a anime only episode about how Rengoku got his bento boxes before boarding the train. This was a nice touch because it gave a backstory to one of the most iconic anime scenes of all time. If you don't know what I'm talking about already, I mean the scene where Rengoku repeatedly say "UMAI" as he chows down on the last meal ever. The rest of the TV version is rather the same as the movie, nothing else new is added. That does not mean it is bad though because we already know the movie was ~~pretty much~~ peak fiction. The climactic fight between Rengoku and Akaza is still one of the best fight sequences in all of ~~Demon Slayer~~ anime. Not to mention how deep the emotions run when Rengoku inevitably gets a hole ripped through his chest. Overall, I would say the extra anime only episode propels the TV version from peak fiction to a contender for the best fictional work ever.
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Characters: 15/10
We already learned what great and amazing characters Tanjiro, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and Nezuko were in season one of Demon Slayer, but luckily for us we are introduced to new characters in this arc. Rengoku being the stand out of them all. Rengoku is a very cheerful and bright individual who also happens to be very strong. He pushes forward with unlimited determination to save everyone on the train and does achieve his goal. He even gets a flashback to flesh out his backstory. It was such a unique backstory. His dad didn't support him in becoming a Hashira, but he did it anyways. This backstory could bring anyone to tears. Unfortunately, Rengoku gets killed before reconciling with his dad. So sad, I'm crying as I am typing this. Akaza was also introduced in this arc, he's a bad demon that's really strong. Anyways, Rengoku's story arc was one of the best character arcs in all of anime and should get the respect it deserves.
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Animation: 10/10
It has good animation, but no where near how good the actual plot and characters were. The fight choreography, art style, and movements were all really good in this, but just wanted to remind everyone
Demon Slayer is carried by its amazing plot and characters, not its animation.
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OST: 15/10
I have listened to the OST countless times and each and every time I am brought to tears of joy and tears of sadness. The OST conveys the right emotions for each and every scene which elevates each scene to the next level.
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Op/Ed: 13/10
Just like the OST, the openings and endings could make anyone with a heart cry tears of joy and tears of sadness. Some of the best openings in all of anime, that's all I can really say.
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Overall: ∞/10
You already know why this is, no need to explain.
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