The final episode of Demon Slayer Season 3, Episode 11 titled "The Connected Bonds: Daybreak And First Light," marked a turning point in the series as Nezuko is revealed to be more special than we thought. Nezuko, Genya, and Tanjiro continue to chase the annoying and illusive Hantengu. Still hobbled by the an earlier encounter, … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 11
Mitsuri Kanroji takes center stage in Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 10, "Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji." The Love Hashira has been a standout among many fans particularly due to her colorful look and boob window. We had glimpses into her fighting style and her unique blade. Mitsuri rushes to rescue Nezuko and … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 10
Demon Slayer Season 3 Episode 9 - "Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito," concludes the battle between Muichiro and the Upper Rank 5, Gyokko. At the end of this episode I loved Muichiro. His dry personality really starts to feel charming and funny, especially when fighting the sensitive Gyokko. Muichiro begins to insult Gyokko in order to … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 9
Despite beheading all four of Hantengu's demon forms nothing happens. Tanjiro concludes that there must be a fifth. Using his impressive smelling ability he locates the original Hantengu hiding in the forest. He sends Genya, as he and Nezuko fend off the other demons. Hantengu's original form never disappeared, it only shrunk to a tiny … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 6 – 8
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3 Episode 2, "Yoriichi Type Zero," is a odd episode that feels almost like filler. I don't think it was bad but it felt out of place compared to the first two episodes. Anyway, we get our first look at the Mist Hashira, Muichiro Tokito. He's harassing a young … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 2
In 2019 I created a list of what I think the best anime and manga power systems. I've updated the list with some small changes. In Shonen anime and manga, power systems are established in order to explain the mechanisms for abilities used in combat. These powers systems can make or break a series. It’s … Continue reading The Top 10 Best Anime and Manga Power Systems (Part 1)
Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 18 is the final episode of this season. I've been eager to see the backstory of Daki and Gyutaro and wondered if would change my view of them. Demon Slayer has a way of redeeming it's villains. All tragic figures forced to serve Muzan. This arc gave hints at what … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2, Episode 18: The tragic life of Daki (Ume) and Gyutaro
Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 17, "Never Give Up," opens with a scene of despair. Tengen's unconscious, Inosuke lies motionless with a gapping hole in his chest, while Zenitsu struggles under rubble. All of the Yoshiwara District is enflamed. Tanjiro is the only one awake and is in shocked at the surrounding horrors. He blames … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2, Episode 17: The Entertainment District arc comes to an epic conclusion
Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 13, "Layered Memories" is an action packed episode that adds to the lore of demons and may have exposed Muzan's only weakness. Daki gains more power as her obi sashes are absorbed. Her hair changes white, as she get excited at the prospect of facing another Hashira. She ignores Tanjiro … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2, Episode 13: Tanjiro and Nezuko let loose
Short Summary: While Tanjiro fights Daki alone and becomes overwhelmed by the strain Hinokami Kagura. Tengen finds his first wife, Hinatsuru. After he gives her the antidote he goes in search of the demon. Using his hearing to find Zenitsu, Inosuke, and his two wives fighting underground. Inosuke, Zenitsu, and Tengen all get a chance … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2, Episode 12: The power of Hinokami Kagura and Tengen
Short Summary: In Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 11, Tanjiro prepares to fight a Upper Rank Demon. With Zenitsu missing, Inosuke, Tanjiro, and Tengen dig deeper into the location of the demon. Tengen regrets bring low level Demon Slayers into this fight and dismisses Inosuke and Tanjiro, as he intents to look for the demon … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2, Episode 11: Tanjiro prepares to face Daki
Short Summary: Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 10 opens with an attendant accusing Oiran of being responsible for the disappearances. She vanishes after entering the room with the accused. In the Ogimoto House, Makio is tortured for information regarding who she sent the letters to. The demon notices Inosuke approaching. He opens the room to … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2, Episode 10: The introduction of Upper Demon, Daki.
Short Summary: In Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 9, Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke head to the Yoshiwara Pleasure distinct with Sound Hashira, Uzi Tengen. Zenitsu and Inosuke become overwhelmed by the environment. The district is quite during the day but active at night. A perfect place for demons. Inside the Wisteria hotel, Tengen orders the … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2, Episode 9: The god of flashiness
When I heard Demon Slayer Season 2 was going to be split into two cours and the first one would be a retelling of the Mugen Train Arc I was disappointed. It feels lazy. It's also unnecessary. Why waste the first seven episodes? Sure maybe some fans haven't seen the movie, but release the film … Continue reading Demon Slayer Season 2 Episode 1: Kyojuro Rengoku emulates his father
Demon slaying is common in pop culture. They come in several varieties. The hunter who kills demons for revenge. The “chosen one,” who is born to kill demons, or the half demon that a target for full fledge demons. Family raises some demon slayers to fight demons. Specifically, demon slayers are common in anime and … Continue reading My Top 5 Demon Slaying Anime
Demon Slayer - The Mugen Train Arc The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga was first published in Weekly Shonen Jump from February 2016 until May 2020. The series was written and illustrated by Koyoharu Gotoge. Demon Slayer tells the tragic story of Tanjiro Kamado and his sister Nezuko, who become orphans after their family is massacred by a … Continue reading Kimetsu no Yaiba: The Movie – Mugen Train Review
30. Thorkell vs Thorfinn https://youtu.be/gDilI8BJhZQ Thorkell and Thorfinn battle twice in the anime. Their first encounter occurs at a bridge in London. Thorfinn, standing on the mast of a ship, is armed with a shield. He charges at Thorkell, leaping off the ship with super powered speed. Thorkell attempts to hit him with a log. … Continue reading The Top 100 Anime and Manga Battles of All Time (30 – 21)
10. Vinland Saga (2019) Studio: Wit Studio | MAL: 8.61 | Genre: Historical Vinland Saga is dark, violent series with a depressing protagonists that never smiles. If like me you have a love of Viking and Norse mythology this anime is for you. Wit Studio of Attack on Titan fame, continues to produce stunning animation. … Continue reading Top 20 Anime from the 2010’s (Part 3)
In shonen anime and manga, power systems are established in order to explain the mechanisms for abilities used in combat. These powers systems can make or break a series. It's important for these series to be have well balanced power systems. The best made power systems will have unique abilities, that are difficult to master … Continue reading The Ten Best Anime and Manga Power Systems (Part 1)
Season 1, Episode 26: New Mission Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba's phenomenal first season ends with the introduction of a new movie. More on that later. Muzan Kibutsuji calls the remaining lower six moons. They're summoned and trapped in a warped space that's controlled by a female demon with a biwa. Muzan appears in a … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Episode 26: Recap & Review
