Demon Slayer Hashira – Ranked According To Strength In 2023
In the enthralling manga and anime series “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba,” the elite swordsmen stand at the pinnacle of the Demon Slayer Corps. Koyoharu Gotouge’s series has captivated audiences worldwide with its captivating storyline, captivating art, and intricate character development.
The Hashira are the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking combatants. They are the most powerful Demon Slayer warriors, as their very existence literally sustains the entire organization. Each of them is crucial in the fight against Muzan Kibutsuji and the Twelve Kizuki.
In this blog, we’ll look at the Hashira’s unique abilities, the significance of their breathing techniques, and their crucial role in the Demon Slayer Corps.
Overview:
The Hashira are the nine most powerful members and combatants in the entire Demon Slayer Corps and are frequently regarded as the most skilled swordsmen among all Demon Slayers, protecting humanity from more dangerous threats that other Demon Slayers cannot handle.
The Hashira are each assigned a specific region to patrol, usually to gather information about the demons that inhabit the area and to improve their swordsmanship. They are also only sent on missions if lower-ranking members are unable to complete them.
Each Hashira has a distinct and unique Breathing Style, some of which they have created. Swordsmen with Flame and Water Breathing abilities have become Hashira in every era, with no exceptions.
1. Joining:
A Demon Slayer must be among the strongest combatants in the Demon Slayer Corps to be a member of the Hashira.
There are two known methods (both extremely difficult) for proving one’s worthiness to become a Hashira:
- The first is to kill at least 50 demons as a Kinoe-ranked Demon Slayer or slay a member of the Twelve Kizuki.
- The second method is to be a Tsuguko of a Hashira, which requires a great deal of talent. Tsuguko can also only inherit the rank if their respective Hashira dies or retires.
The effort required to achieve either of these methods requires nearly five years of training, though the talented may only need two or three years.
However, two cases were much faster than that: Muichiro Tokito and Gyomei Himejima, who rose to the rank of Hashira only two months after becoming Demon Slayers.
2. Finding Successors:
In some cases, an exceptionally talented Demon Slayer, known as a Tsuguko, can become the designated successor to one of the Hashira. A Demon Slayer can become a Tsuguko by applying for the position and being accepted, or by being scouted by one of the current Hashira.
3. Hashira Training:
Hashira Training is a special training session led by Hashira and attended by a large number of lower-ranked Demon Slayers.
The goal of Hashira Training is to improve all Demon Slayers’ physical abilities as well as their overall health and condition, giving Demon Slayer Corps members a better chance of winning the war against demons.
Each Hashira is in charge of a different aspect of the training program. Basic stamina training, flexibility training, quick movement training, sword skill training, pounding training, and muscle reinforcement training are all examples of known training.
Hashira Training is extremely difficult; as a result, the majority of Demon Slayers regard the session as an eternal trip to hell, with a few notable exceptions who see the session as an opportunity to improve themselves.
Hashira must attend each other’s training sessions as a general rule. It is a win-win situation for both the Hashira and the Demon Slayers, as the Hashira benefit from being constantly attacked by waves of juniors ranked lower than themselves.
This training method proved to be very effective in the Infinity Castle Arc, where the majority of Demon Slayers, regardless of rank, were able to effectively kill Lower Rank-level demons.
Trivia:
- The character of Hashira is made up of nine strokes, which is why there are nine Hashira at the start of the series.
- Destroyer of Demons is engraved on the weapons of all Hashira.
- Because of the structure of her sword, Shinobu has Evil Demon engraved on the right side and Destruction engraved on the left.
- Although not fully explored, it is implied that a Hashira can retire whenever they want.
- As a distinct group of elite players, the Hashira have their own symbol on the back of their hand. These symbols correspond to the Breathing Style with which they are associated.
- Only four of the nine Hashira use a standard Nichirin Katana: Kyojuro Rengoku, Giyu Tomioka, Sanemi Shinazugawa, and Muichiro Tokito.
- Mitsuri Kanroji is the Hashira with the greatest appetite, and Obanai Iguro has the smallest. Obanai can survive for three days without eating. The only Hashira of the current generation who did not awaken their Demon Slayer Mark were Kyojuro Rengoku, Tengen Uzui, and Shinobu Kocho.
Arm Wrestling:
The following is the Hashira ranked in an arm wrestling competition.
- Gyomei Himejima
- Tengen Uzui
- Kyojuro Rengoku/Sanemi Shinazugawa/Giyu Tomioka/Mitsuri Kanroji
- Muichiro Tokito
- Obanai Iguro
- Shinobu Kocho
Height:
The following is the Hashira ranked in terms of height.
- Gyomei Himejima – 220 cm (7’2½”)
- Tengen Uzui – 198 cm (6’6″)
- Sanemi Shinazugawa – 179 cm (5’10½”)
- Kyojuro Rengoku – 177 cm (5’9¾”)
- Giyu Tomioka – 176 cm (5’9¼”)
- Mitsuri Kanroji – 167 cm (5’6″)
- Obanai Iguro – 162 cm (5’4″)
- Muichiro Tokito – 160 cm (5’3″)
- Shinobu Kocho – 151 cm (4’11½”)
Openness:
The following is the Hashira ranked in terms of openness.
- Kyojuro Rengoku – 95%
- Mitsuri Kanroji/Gyomei Himejima – 90%
- Tengen Uzui – 88%
- Shinobu Kocho – 85%
- Sanemi Shinazugawa/Obanai Iguro – 60%
- Muichiro Tokito – 40%
- Giyu Tomioka – 30%
Running Speed:
The following is the Hashira ranked in terms of running speed.
- Tengen Uzui
- Sanemi Shinazugawa
- Gyomei Himejima
- Shinobu Kocho
- Kyojuro Rengoku
- Giyu Tomioka
- Obanai Iguro*
- Muichiro Tokito
- Mitsuri Kanroji*
- Obanai ran in a zig-zag pattern rather than in a straight line. It is stated that he could have ranked higher if he had sprinted straight.
- Mitsuri bolted as soon as she finished her meal.
FAQs
1. Who Is The Strongest In The Demon Slayer Corps?
The Hashira is the Demon Slayer Corps’ most powerful warriors. When things get out of hand, they’re supposed to lead their fellow Demon Slayers in annihilating any demons in their path.
2. How Does The Ranking System Work Within The Demon Slayer Corps?
Demon Slayers begin as Mizunoto (the lowest rank) and work their way up to the highest rank, Kinoe. The Hashira are not ranked within these ten levels, as they are considered the elite of the organization.
3. How Do Demon Slayers Become The Hashira?
A Demon Slayer must defeat one of the Twelve Demon Moons or slay a certain number of demons to become a Hashira. They can also be personally recommended by a current Hashira.
3. Can Hashira Be Replaced Or Lose Their Status Within The Demon Slayer Corps?
A Hashira can be replaced or lose their status if they fail to maintain their elite combat abilities, are seriously injured, or are unable to perform their duties.
4. What Role Do The Hashira Play In The Demon Slayer Corps’ Decision-making Process?
The Hashira are members of the organization’s leadership, and they work closely with the corps’ leader, the Master of the Mansion. They provide insight, advice, and expertise on various matters related to demon hunting, training, and strategies to defeat powerful demons.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the Hashira is the most powerful and skilled combatants in the Demon Slayer Corps, and they play an important role in the war against demons.
Each of them has a distinct Breathing Style and is assigned to patrol a specific area. To become a Hashira, a Demon Slayer must undergo difficult and rigorous training.
The Hashira also provides Hashira Training to lower-ranked Demon Slayers in order to improve their physical abilities and overall health.
They have their own quirks and characteristics, despite their elite status. The Hashira is a symbol of humanity’s strength, unity, and hope, and their determination to protect others from the demon threat is admirable.
