Definition of boring:
adjective
Causing weariness and restlessness through lack of interest.
Demon Slayer has not once, nor will it ever have a boring moment.
The plot of the Swordsmith Village Arc kicks off right after the Entertainment District Arc. Just like the start of the Entertainment District Arc our main cast is recovering from their previous battles, but are quickly back up on their feet. Our main cast of characters go their separate ways, while we follow Tanjirou to the Swordsmith Village. Just like previous seasons the world building is second to none. The introduction of the Swordsmith village is huge. A hidden village where the swords of the many Demon Slayers are forged. It is so hidden that even Demon Slayer do not know its exact location. However, on a fateful Uppermoon's four, Hantengu, and five, Gyokko, find the hidden village. Tanjirou and friends spring to action and defend the village. This just shows how selfless and great of a human being Tanjirou is. Tanjirou even shows how proficient he has become in Sun Breathing by not relying on his Water Breathing even once during battle this season. Tanjirou does however manage to use a Thunder Breathing technique with little to no practice. This showcases what a genius Tanjirou truly is. Like all of other installments in Demon Slayer, good prevails. Both Uppermoons are killed, dealing a fatal blow to the demons. On top of all that we witness one of the most heartfelt moments in the series when Nezuko "sacrifices" herself so Tanjirou can save others, but instead of dying we are met with the greatest plot twists of the century. Nezuko can survive under the Sun, which is unheard of for a demon. Nezuko also can finally talk as a demon. Nezuko and Tanjirou are both so selfless, which makes their unheard of abilities feel earned. The plot of Swordsmith Village Arc one ups previous Demon Slayer seasons in every way and further pushes the idea that Demon Slayer is the definitive GOAT when it comes to fictional media.
Mitsuri is one of the most interesting of any of the Hashira we have been introduced to so far. She does not have a tragic backstory like others, but her motivation is just as cool. She wants to find a husband that will accept her. A really refreshing and one of a kind backstory that does not involve her whole family getting killed by demons resulting in a motivation to be a Demon Slayer.
Meanwhile, Muichirou's backstory was slightly different from the norm in the fact that his mom died of an illness and his dad died searching for medicinal herbs. Muichirou's brother was killed by a demon, but just his parents' fate made his backstory feel very unique. It was also interesting how his lineage is tied to Yoriichi, which explains why he is so powerful. Muichirou's memory loss made his back story a hundred times more sad because he does not even remember his ever so tragic past.
Finally we have our new hot headed Demon Slayer, Genya. His whole family except him and his brother were killed by demons, but there is a catch. His mother was the demon and his brother had to kill their mother. His brother is also one of the Hashira, Sanemi Shinazugawa. Even though Genya is related to a Hashira he cannot use breathing techniques. Instead he has a gun and a Nichirin Wakizashi. He also has the ability to gain the powers of demons he consumes. It is not explained why he can obtain demon abilities or not utilize breathing techniques, but his abilities are really unique and creative which is much better than any explanation.
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