“Demon Slayer” is primarily known for its flashy fight sequences that, four seasons in, remain unparalleled in all of anime. Yet this year’s season was noticeably lacking in the show’s signature epic duels. Despite being the shortest run by far, season 4 has also been the most inconsequential in some ways.
That’s not to say the focus on training has been dull or unnecessary. The past seven episodes packed in more character development than arguably any season before it, fleshing out the Hashira and Tanjiro’s relationship to each of them (even if his sister Nezuko was basically nowhere to be seen). It’s been a lot of fun and exactly what is needed if you happen to be a fan of the manga and already know what’s coming.
Muzan’s Arrival: The Turning Point
Everything this season has been lacking suddenly came into sharp focus in season 4’s eighth and final episode when Muzan Kibutsuji arrived. The Hashira unite, just as the episode’s title suggests, but no, it’s not for a party or a mochi feast. It’s for a far, far darker reason than that.
So I get to know that the mist around muzan is actually wisteria which we know it's repeal demons away and here it's working like a barrier but muzan is strong demon so he's going through it pic.twitter.com/2CBvJm5Rob
— winter_chemical🌙 (@W_Chemical) June 24, 2024
At the end of the previous episode, Muzan Kibutsuji began walking into Ubuyashiki’s home. One week later, he’s still doing it, and for even longer this time around. Boy, does this guy love the drama, and we are here for it.
Ubuyashiki’s Sacrifice
The animators are too if all the dazzling effects around Kibutsuji are anything to go by. Yet even with all that build-up, Ubuyashiki and his family do nothing to try and stop him or escape. To confront such a powerful demon would be futile, plus it seems the patriarch of the entire Demon Slayer core has a trick up his sleeve.
Through some genuinely fascinating exposition, we discover that the pair are in fact related and that’s why the men in Ubuyashiki’s family are cursed to be born frail and sickly, including him. It’s karmic retribution for producing such an awful monster who’s responsible for the deaths of so many. Ubuyashiki has been holding on to life in the face of his own certain death to try and break free of this vicious cycle.
Killing Kibutsuji wouldn’t just end that karmic journey. It would also result in the deaths of every demon ever, so the stakes are high. But how could such a fragile human hope to defeat the show’s Big Bad? If Ubuyashiki dies, he knows that the rest of the demon slayer core will still live on, so he decides to end it once and for all with a humongous explosion.
The Explosion
The blast is immense and devastating, instantly wiping out Ubuyashiki and his entire family, not to mention the entire estate. Did his creepy kids need to die as well for this plan to work? Our mind says no, but our heart says yes, because they really were the creepiest kids and it’s safe to say no one will miss them.
So, Ubuyashiki is now dead, but it’s all part of his plan to defeat Kibutsuji once and for all. The explosion wouldn’t kill him, of course, but it certainly slows him down, especially with the addition of some materials toxic to demons, thereby slowing down Kibutsuji’s regeneration process.
Season 4: Episode 08 | The Final Confrontation
While Kibutsuji is recovering, Tamayo is the first to jump in, using her blood demon art to trap Kibutsuji and delay his healing process even longer. But even impaling him with blood spikes through his skull and entire body aren’t enough to fell the demon king, and Tamayo knows that. She’s just buying time for the others to arrive.
Via flashback, we learn that the plan is to defeat Kibutsuji using the sun, his only weakness. Not even decapitation works on him like it does the other demons, so everyone must work together to trap him outside long enough for the rising dawn to take Kibutsuji out for good.
Demon Slayer sure does love a mid-battle flashback, often at risk of slowing down the episode’s entire momentum, but we’ll forgive this one because of what comes next.
Once again, Kibutsuji gives us more nightmare fuel with yet another gruesome regeneration, but hopefully, the nightmare will end now that Tanjiro and the Hashira have finally shown up to put all of this season’s training to good use.
Demon Slayer Season 4: A Deep Dive into the Intense Climactic Finale
Infinity Castle: The Next Chapter
In the upcoming Infinity Castle arc, the Demon Slayer Corps braces for their most daunting challenge yet as they prepare to confront Muzan Kibutsuji, the formidable demon king. This pivotal battle will unfold within the confines of the Infinity Castle, a surreal and ever-changing fortress that defies conventional reality.
The Battle of a Lifetime
Muzan’s Infinity Castle is a bewildering labyrinth where the environment constantly shifts, posing a constant threat to those within. Navigating this treacherous terrain demands not only physical prowess but also keen intellect and unwavering determination from Tanjiro and the Hashira.
High Stakes and Unforeseen Challenges
The strategy to defeat Muzan centers on exploiting his sole vulnerability: sunlight. However, ensnaring him long enough for dawn to break presents a formidable challenge. Muzan’s ability to regenerate and his cunning tactics make him a formidable adversary. To prevail, the Demon Slayer Corps must execute flawless coordination, leveraging each Hashira’s distinct abilities to gain the upper hand.
Infinity Castle Arc | The Final Confrontation
The Infinity Castle arc will stretch the limits of the Demon Slayer Corps, pushing them to their physical and emotional thresholds. Each skirmish within the castle’s twisting corridors will be a battle for survival, testing the bonds of camaraderie and the resolve to safeguard humanity against Muzan and his formidable forces.
