Summary
When a person pictures a typical hero, a handful of common qualities instantly spring to mind. These may include courageousness, bravery, resilience and physical strength, among others.Demon Slayeris definitely filled with heroes who possess these traits, especially the series' protagonist, Tanjiro Kamado. Interestingly though,Tanjiro’s best characteristic is something completely unexpectedthat sets him apart from any other shonen hero.
Tanjiro is definitely one of the strongestDemon Slayercharacters. His power only grows as the series progresses, and as he trains more and fights more intimidating, challenging demons. By the end of the manga, he is arguably the most menacing and skillful hero in the entire series.
His swordsmanship and Water Breathing are absolutely breathtaking, as well as another unexpected skill he possesses: Sun Breathing. Sun Breathing, invented by thestrongest ever demon slayer Yoiirichi, isthe rarest and most sought after Breathing Stylethat only a select few are able to harness and utilize in battle.
All 14 Demon Slayer Breathing Styles, Ranked by Power
There are many different Breathing Styles used in Demon Slayer, but some have greater power than others. Which Breathing Style is the best?
Tanjiro’s Positivity Places Him on Another Level, Differentiating Him From Other Heroes
No Tragedy Has Been Able To Hinder Tanjiro From Pushing Forward Resiliently
On numerous occasions throughoutDemon Slayer,Tanjiro unleashes"Hinokami Kagura" which is the Sun Breathing abilityso few are able to use. This special skill makes him a true prodigy who rises above his other peers in the Demon Slayer Corps, and in combination with his persevering personality, makes him nearly unstoppable. However, his sheer power as a swordsman and fighter is not actually his best quality, although it is a very valuable aspect of who he is. Surprisingly,Tanjiro’s ultimate strength is actually his positive, upbeat outlook on lifein spite of the horrific issues he has faced frequently.
Tanjiro has lost his entire family to demons, his only surviving sibling turned into a demon, his favorite mentor died before his eyes, and he has undergone unfathomable physical and mental challenges. It would be reasonable for anyone in his place to have a rather pessimistic outlook, but Tanjiro is the exact opposite.The hero looks on the bright side no matter what happensand inspires everyone around him in the process. His trademark positivity is his most unique quality and this makes him such a memorable, surprising character who differs from all other shonen heroes out there.
Tanjiro Has a Strong Belief That One Must Always Persevere Regardless of Circumstances
This Foundational Idea Inspires All of Tanjiro’s Brave Actions ThroughoutDemon Slayer
Tanjiro’s positivity helps him power through difficult moments, such as losing important people and suffering incredible physical injuries. His persistent cheerfulness comes fromhis deep belief that giving up is simply never an option.He expressed this sentiment to Kazumi, comforting the man after he had lost his wife with these grim but true words: “you have to go on, no matter what.” Tanjiro has certainly embodied this belief time after time throughoutDemon Slayer.After his family’s deathsand Rengoku’s death, he had every opportunity and justification to give up the fight, but this option never even crossed his mind.
He enrolled in the Demon Slayer Corps, courageously braving the Final Selection challenge and proving his worthiness of bearing the title of demon slayer. He pursued this goal for two reasons: to protect his younger sister Nezuko and hopefully transform her back into her human state, and to keep innocent humans safe from bloodthirsty demons. Thesedriving motivations give him the inspiration to keep pushing onwardand looking on the bright side, because choosing not to would mean failure not only for himself, but for his cherished sister and the whole of humanity that he swore to protect as a demon slayer.
His Encouragement Extends to Humans and Demons as He Attempts to Uplift Everyone
Tanjiro Sets a Shining Example by Offering Kindness Freely to Everyone, Even Those Who Are Undeserving
Tanjiro’s hopeful nature does not only benefit himself, he is also a remarkable source of wisdom and encouragement to everyone whose path he crosses. Whether a fellow kindhearted demon slayer or a murderous demon bent on destruction,Tanjiro’s sympathetic nature and gentle words seem to possess the shocking abilityto get through to almost anyone. For example, heuplifted Giyu and convinced himto join the Hashira training, as well as encouraged his friend Zenitsu when he was feeling fearful at the prospect of fighting demons. He is also stunningly kindhearted to many of the demons themselves, speaking with and comforting them before their deaths.
From the Hand Demon to Gyutaro and Daki, Tanjiro is never needlessly cruel to demons and, most of the time, offers them as swift and as painless a death as he possibly can. He agrees with the evil in their actions and the necessity of eradicating demons, but also recognizes thatmany of them were unfairly targeted by Muzanand forced to carry out this fate, so he is able to feel sympathy for the creatures in that regard. Overall, he is definitely the kind of person to look for the best in everyone and that extends to demons too.
“No Other Main Character Like Tanjiro” - Shonen Jump Knew What Made Demon Slayer Special With One Scene
Demon Slayer’s Tanjiro is different from the typical shonen hero due to one admirable quality, showcased perfectly in a heartfelt scene.
Tanjiro’s Positivity Is Integral to Who He Is, Making It His Most Prominent Character Trait
Every Part of His Personality Is Defined by His Cheerful Outlook That Helps Others As Well as Himself
Tanjiro does have times when he breaks down and feels hopeless, but without these moments, he would seem too perfect to be realistic. Everyone deals with doubt and suffering at times, so these occasional instances of weakness and vulnerability serve tofurther humanize Tanjiro and strengthen his resolve to keep working hardin pursuit of his goals. His upbeat nature is truly meaningful, and his encouraging words are not just empty platitudes. With every action he takes and choice he makes, he fights to improve the world around him and help everyone he possibly can, proving his positivity is integral to who he is.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Cast
Set in Japan’s Taisho Period, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba follows Tanjiro, a young boy whose family is killed by demons. With his sister Nezuko transformed into a demon, Tanjiro embarks on a quest to become a demon slayer, seeking vengeance and a cure for his sister’s condition.
