Demon Slayer's masterful amalgamation of captivating storytelling, combined with incredible animation makes it one of the most beloved shonen anime of all time. The premise of the series is rooted in the theme of good against evil. However, it is ultimately Ufotable's brilliant animation that infuses a soul into the story and makes the characters with their complex values come to life.
Over the years, the anime has amassed a massive global fan following which continues to grow every year. As the Hashira training arc is scheduled to premiere in April 2024, these fans are eagerly awaiting the return of their favorite characters. Here are all the reasons that viewers should be excited about the latest season.
8 The Hashira Meeting Following the Swordsmith Village Battle
Will Dramatically Shape the Human-Demon Conflict
In the Swordsmith Village Arc, Tanjirou and his comrades have to fight back against Hantengu and Gyokko as the dangerous duo attacks the villagers, who are technically the backbone of the Demon Slayer Corps. The battle that ensues leads to some dramatic discoveries that could give an advantage to the Demon Slayers, who are up against the seemingly invincible Muzan and his underlings.
Demon Slayer: The Hashira, Explained
The nine strongest combatants among the corps command a high level of respect. But how can a regular Demon Slayer become a Hashira?
In the Hashira Training Arc, Amane Ubuyashiki invites the Hashiras for an emergency meeting. Since the demons have stopped appearing in the aftermath of the battle in the Swordsmith village, it appears that Muzan is potentially scheming to strike back. With this knowledge, the Hashiras, with Amane's intelligent feedback, devise their strategy for the future at the conference.
7 The Pursuit of the Demon Slayer Mark
Hashiras Hope to Evolve As Demon King Prepares for War
While fighting Hantengu, Tanjirou's comrades are overwhelmed. But then, he manages to awaken his Demon Slayer Mark, allowing him to turn the tables against the Upper Rank Four demon. This allows the Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito, and the Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, to achieve the same feat. The experiences that the duo gained later became a valuable insight into the mystery of the Demon Slayer Mark.
Once the other Hashiras are informed about the latest development, they collectively decide to pursue the unlocking of the mark so that they can go toe-to-toe against the Upper-Rank demons. The Hashira Training Arc follows the best warriors in the Demon Slayer Corps as they try to achieve the pinnacle of their powers and go to extreme lengths to do it.
6 Tanjirou and Inosuke's Development
Inseparable Friends Chase Excellence
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Tanjirou and Inosuke finally reunite in the Hashira Training Arc, as the latter had not joined his friend on his journey to the Swordsmith village. Once the Hashira training is announced, the duo are excited. They are eager to learn under the watchful eyes of their seniors, who have experience fighting under dangerous conditions.
Unlike Zenitsu, who complains throughout the training process, Tanjirou and Inosuke participate wholeheartedly, learning valuable lessons. The Hashira Training Arc captures their growth and the shift in their combat skills, while offering a close look at the training regimen that allowed them to make a remarkable difference.
5 Muzan Going All Out To Conquer the Sun
The Demon King Chases Invincibility
Muzan is the strongest being alive in the Demon Slayer universe. However, he knows that he is far from perfect. In his pursuit to become invincible, he has always been on the lookout for the Blue Spider Lily, which he hopesw will help him finally overcome his weakness against the sun. But despite his best efforts, Muzan has failed to find any promising leads.
Demon Slayer: How Strong Is Muzan?
Demon Slayer's main antagonist has yet to show just how powerful he really is.
In the Swordsmith Village Arc, Nezuko somehow manages to conquer the sun and can walk freely outside. However, this is not good news for the Demon Slayers, because Kibutsuji now obviously has eyes on Nezuko. With his dream of becoming invincible so close, Muzan will not leave any stone unturned to get what he wants. The Hashira Training arc will reveal how he plans to pursue this ambitious mission.
4 The Hashiras Training Less Experienced Demon Slayers
Demon Slayer Corps Prepare to Fight Muzan and His Subordinates
After Gyokko and Hantengu's death, the demons stop appearing, which gives the Hashiras some time off from their usual hectic schedule. Following their meeting, they take it upon themselves to train the less experienced members of the Demon Slayer Corps. With this goal in mind, different Hashiras are entrusted with guiding different training regimens.
The members of the Demon Slayer Corps have to go through Stamina, Quick Movement, Flexibility, Sword Skill, Infinite Pounding, and Muscle Reinforcement training. They do so under the watchful eyes of the Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui, Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito, Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, Serpent Hashira Obanai Iguro, Wind Hashira Sanemi Shinazugawa, and Stone Hashira Gyomei Himejima respectively. Each of these training modules is designed to improve different aspects of a Demon Slayer's combat skills.
3 Gyomei Himejima Finally Getting the Spotlight
The Stone Hashira is Set to Make a Mark
Stone Hashira Gyomei Himejima, who first made his debut in episode 21, has had few opportunities to shine until now. But that changes in the Hashira Training arc, as he is entrusted with the responsibility of Muscle Reinforcement training.
Tanjirou, Inosuke, and Zenitsu train under his wing during this time, and get to know the Stone Hashira personally. Until this point, there the gentle giant has had little to no screentime, but the upcoming arc allows Gyomei's personality to shine through and make a mark on the viewer's mind.
2 Zenitsu’s Personality Shift

Unexpected Character Development With Far-Reaching Consequences
As the Demon Slayer fandom is probably expecting, Zenitsu abhors the idea of training under the Hashiras. They are strict, and push every Demon Slayer to the extreme. Over the last few seasons, Zenitsu has appeared to be a scared, self-effacing character. He struggles to contribute in a meaningful manner until he goes into deep slumber and awakens his powers.
Demon Slayer: Inosuke vs Zenitsu, Who's Stronger?
Tanjiro's 2 best friends were instrumental in the battles against the Demons and were instrumental in defeating Muzan, so who's stronger?
Zenitsu's typical goofy and timid demeanor may linger for the majority of the next installment, but while training under Gyomei, he will undergo a dramatic personality shift fueled by a personal dilemma. The Hashira Training arc will reveal how he finds a driving purpose, pushing him to become the best version of himself.
1 The Mind-Blowing Animation
The Hashira Training Arc Will Be a Visual Treat
Ufotable has left an indelible mark on the anime world with each season of Demon Slayer. Their attention to detail, coupled with well-choreographed and flamboyant fight sequences, has been a visual treat that anime fans have fallen in love with over the years.
The Hashira Training Arc is expected to carry the same standards forward, and hopefully even surpass the previous installments in some aspects. While it's tough to predict how the season will unfold, fans can find solace in the fact that it is going to be a visual treat like no other.
5 Best Demon Slayer Arcs In The Manga, Ranked
Every Demon Slayer arc serves a purpose. Some, however, have a bigger emotional or plot impact than others.
