Living under constant threat of demon attacks is sure to either bring out the best, or the worst, in people, and such a grim scenario is close to what is portrayed in the world of Koyoharu Gotouge's Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. As a result, selflessness is a rare quality seen only in the select few who are willing to lay down their lives to protect others, which is no easy feat by any means.

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From the valiant sword-wielding warriors of the Demon Slayer Corps, to their support forces, and even the civilians who go above and beyond to safeguard those weaker than them, there are plenty of examples of altruism in the series. With that in mind, here are some of the most selfless characters in the world of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.

5 Amane Ubuyashiki

Devoted Her Entire Life To Her Husband's Cause

While her general demeanor towards the Demon Slayer Corps was strict and professional, it became clear that Amane held the same level of devotion to the cause of eradicating demons as her husband. Made to marry Kagaya for the purpose of treating his ailments, Amane Ubuyashiki harbored an intense commitment towards her husband and his goals, spending most of her time either taking care of him, or finding means to gain advantages in the war against demons.

Amane was also a caring mother to her five children with Kagaya, raising them and believing in their potential, in preparation for their future roles as potential leaders of the Demon Slayer Corps. Her final sacrifice, alongside Kagaya, was a telling sign of her unwavering faith in the Demon Slayer Corps, as it showed that she was ready to do whatever it took to gain valuable ground in the fight against Muzan and his underlings.

4 Sabito

Sacrificed Himself To Save His Fellow Students

Regarded as Sakonji Urokodaki's strongest pupil while he was alive, Sabito was a close friend of Giyu Tomioka, the current Water Hashira, back when they were still students. During the Final Selection they both participated in, Sabito spent seven days on Mount Fujikasane battling countless demons to save his fellow candidates.

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As a result of his efforts, every would-be slayer managed to survive the test. Unfortunately, Sabito encountered the vicious and extremely powerful Hand Demon during his exploits and was unable to defeat him. This led to Sabito becoming the only casualty of that year's Final Selection, and his soul eventually returned to Mount Sagiri, where he continued to reside due to his failure and Urokodaki's grief at his death. Fortunately, Tanjiro's arrival liberated his spirit, as he finally found the one who would surpass him.

3 Nezuko Kamado

Suppresses Her Bloodlust And Strives To Protect Others

Much like her brother, Nezuko was originally very selfless and empathetic, as she was the second eldest of the Kamado siblings and had to take care of them whenever Tanjiro and her parents were occupied. After being turned into a demon, Nezuko struggled to resist the urge to feed on humans, but was able to stop herself due to how much she cared for her brother and her friends.

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This can be seen in how she often throws herself in harm's way to protect Tanjiro, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and helpless civilians from demons, illustrating that she still retains some aspects of her original persona even after becoming a demon. Nezuko's strong willpower has allowed her to resist being tempted by human blood on several occasions, and she never hesitates to fight in order to protect those she cares for.

2 Kyojuro Rengoku

Remained Steadfast In His Duty To Protect The Weak

Blessed with immense natural talent, Kyojuro Rengoku was someone whose incredible enthusiasm and earnest nature endeared him to everyone he met. As the Flame Hashira, Rengoku was highly respected among his comrades in the Demon Slayer Corps due to his noble ideals and fearsome skill for defeating powerful demons.

His dedication to his duty as a member of the Demon Slayer Corps is seen in his philosophy of using his strength to protect those who can not fend for themselves — a belief he inherited from his mother. Moreover, Rengoku also cared about his family immensely, as evidenced in how he encouraged his younger brother, Senjuro, and also continued to treat his father, Shinjuro, with respect, despite the latter's icy demeanor towards him.

1 Tanjiro Kamado

A Paragon Of Virtue And Altruism

Kind, compassionate, and ready to face any danger in order to protect the innocent, Tanjiro embodies the traits of an ideal hero, and his ability to show mercy towards both humans and demons is what really sets him apart as the protagonist of the series. He has risked life and limb on numerous occasions to defend others in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, attesting to his selflessness.

That being said, he is also unflinching and determined in the face of evil, and his perseverance to push beyond his limits has helped him save innumerable lives over the course of the series. Although his honest and benevolent nature has led him to hesitate when finishing off demons in the past, Tanjiro has learned to be more pragmatic after gaining combat experience.

Demon Slayer

Action

Adventure

Release Date

April 6, 2019

Studio

ufotable

Creator

Koyoharu Gotoge

Number of Episodes

56+

Streaming Service(s)

Crunchyroll , Hulu , Netflix

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