

#SPOILERS FOR Demon Slayer: Hashira Training AHEAD!!!
Definition of entertain:
noun | entertained; entertaining; entertains
To provide (someone) with amusement or enjoyment.
Demon Slayer continues to be the most entertaining anime of all time.

We get to explore all of the current Hashira and even get to visit some of the old. ufotable also did a wonderful job of adding anime exclusive content that made the world of Demon Slayer feel much more alive. For example, we get much more insight into Tengen’s training. It is always fun to spend more time with characters from past arcs. We also got a anime exclusive sparring match between Sanemi, Obanai, and Muichirou. This short, yet spectacular, sparring match was more than enough to fill in the absence of major action in this arc. In place of the action we have grown accustomed to was wholesome and comedic interactions amongst our Demon Slayer Corps members. We even got an anime exclusive paper airplane contest between Tanjirou and Muichirou, which was incredibly wholesome and funny after their long and harsh training session.
Aside from anime exclusive content, we also had the flawless manga content to go alongside it. We get a peek into the relationship and inner turmoil of the brothers, Sanemi and Genya. We also get to see more of the hilarious dynamic between Tanjirou and Giyuu. Although they may have their funny moments together, in this arc we get to learn about Giyuu’s backstory and how he has become the way he is. Speaking of backstories, we also were graced with Gyoumei’s backstory, which was incredibly heartbreaking. To top things off, we got to see Muzan’s entrance at Ubuyashiki’s mansion and the execution of Ubuyahsiki’s master plan. The cliffhanger of the entire Demon Slayer Corps getting transported into the infinity castle was one of, if not the best cliffhangers in all of fiction. This cliffhanger really showed how Muzan wanted all the smoke because he transported everyone rather than transporting them one by one. I do not know how they managed to do it, but this season of Demon Slayer once again redefined peak plot.

The poor relationship Sanemi has with his brother, Genya, is very intriguing and builds off the glimpse of Genya’s backstory we got in the Swordsmith Village Arc. Although Sanemi’s backstory is similar to many others, the way his backstory affected his relationship with his brother is a welcome touch. I look forward to seeing more of his relationship with Genya in the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movies.
It was nice to see Obanai get some more love in the anime. The first episode gave us a great anime exclusive fight and really showcased the art of serpent breathing. The moments between Mitsuri and Obanai sprinkled throughout the season were great. I cannot wait for these moments to be expanded upon in the future.
The reveal of Gyoumei’s backstory really showcased what a powerhouse he is while also being heartbreaking at the same time. Gyoumei’s backstory was much more than just a Demon killing those he considered family. Him being blamed for killing the children he considered family, led to his relationship being established with Ubuyashiki. This bond foreshadowed the big reveal that Gyoumei knew Ubuyashiki was going to use himself as bait for Muzan all along. An excellent use of a backstory to connect characters and foreshadow events.
Other than the Hashira, Tanjirou and Zenitsu’s displays of growth were some of the biggest moments of the season. Tanjirou remembering Rengoku’s words to help him push the boulder was a truly heartwarming moment. Tanjirou has really come a long way since slicing that boulder in half in season 1. After receiving a letter, Zenitsu stopped acting like a cry baby and finally got serious. It is sad to see our comedic cry baby go away, but it is about time he woke up. Zenitsu’s character development in this arc was some of, if not the best character development in all of fiction.







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