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Huh, was this a trap by Muzan against someone who he blames for the death of his former upper moon?
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Well-Adjusted Barely Traumatized Demon Slayer (Murata SI-ish)
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Chapter 20: The Secret with Giyu and Urokodaki.
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At the Ice Estate, Yuichiro sparred with Murata.
Yuichiro, by this point, had already surpassed Murata in terms of swordsmanship. However, Murata's strength and experience closed the distance between them. His own ability in Wind Breathing also served to disturb Yuichiro's rhythm.
Dodging a swift strike, Murata threw his sword at Yuichiro. He blocked it then got punched in the gut.
"That's cheating!" Yuichiro complained.
Sanemi, sitting at the engawa, laughed. Cracking his knuckles, he jumped in, itching for his own fight. Nursing his bruise, Yuichiro rested while observing the two hashira fight.
Murata did his best, but Sanemi was too violent. His stubbornness proved to be his greatest strength.
They laid on the ground, panting heavily while bruised, sweaty, and tired. The stars in the sky twinkled, and the clean air invigorated their lungs. Several broken training swords were sprawled out in the courtyard as a cool breeze swept around them.
"Any new signs of the Infinity Castle?" Sanemi asked, patting down his clothes.
Murata, sweeping up the remains of the swords, shook his head. "Not since Obanai and I found it."
The newly dubbed 'Infinity Castle' brought up concerning implications for the Demon Slayer Corps. If this blood demon art served as Muzan's base of operations, then it would be nearly impossible to corner him naturally.
In a worst case scenario, he could hide in there as long as he wished. Then, after the hashira died of old age, he could step out and continue with his unnatural existence.
Unfortunately, even with months of searching, Murata and Obanai were the only ones to witness the Infinity Castle. The demon and her snake also vanished. Despite this, demon activity remained as high as ever.
"You're lucky as hell, you know? You attract strong demons like a magnet. Maybe I'll request to go on a mission with you," Sanemi said.
Murata sincerely wished he wouldn't. Only someone like Sanemi would grumble about not finding demon moons to fight.
They spoke and shared memories as battle-hardened friends, enjoying the brief peace in the estate.
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When Yuichiro and Sanemi left, Murata had a new guest, one he was eager to get more information from.
Giyu walked in, his silent and urgent stride propelling him towards a dining room.
Murata prepared the meal as Giyu rested from his journey.
"I sent the kakushi away, and I had extra time," Murata explained, setting down the plates.
Giyu nodded, and they ate together. Wasting no time, Murata began his barrage of questions.
"The siblings you saved, how are they doing?"
After gulping, Giyu answered. "They are fine. However, Urokodaki has told me that Nezuko has been sleeping for nearly a year now."
"She is the demon, right?" Murata confirmed.
Giyu responded positively. "Besides her, Tanjiro is doing well. Unfortunately, since he missed Final Selection this year, he will have to wait until after the winter to take the next one."
It made sense. Though, even with this setback, Tanjiro would be taking Final Selection about half a year, at the earliest.
"Does anyone else know about Nezuko?"
Giyu shook his head. "As hashira, Makomo and Sabito have been extremely busy. Demon attacks have been rising, so they haven't had the chance to visit Urokodaki this year. I do visit occasionally in place of them. Luckily, Urokodaki has shared your same resolve, and offered his life to defend me."
"I actually owe you a lot more," Murata said. "After all, I didn't expect you to keep this a secret."
"That is true," Giyu admitted. "I wanted to talk to Makomo about it, but you seem to understand the situation better than I do. And, she will be more angry with you than me, seeing as how this was an order from a hashira."
"If you want to spin it that way, I don't mind," Murata said.
Murata listened as he drank, letting Giyu fill the space with his words.
"His younger brother, Takeo, has also been training to be a demon slayer," Giyu said.
Murata choked, thumping his chest as he swallowed the last of his tea. Going through his memories, Murata tried to remember his letters with Giyu.
Now that he was thinking about it, Giyu never specified names in his letters, and only referred to them as the Kamado siblings.
Giyu, noticing the strange outburst, looked on with confusion. "You seem surprised? I mentioned siblings in my letters, so I thought you knew."
"I assumed there were only two."
Shaking his head, Giyu corrected him and counted with his fingers. "There are four. Tanjiro, Nezuko, Takeo, and Hanako."
The fact that half the Kamado family were alive made Murata feel happy. Tanjiro did not lose as much as he originally did.
"How are the other two?"
"Takeo is training. While I do not doubt his ability to pass Final Selection, I doubt his compatibility with Water Breathing. Hanako is still young, so she has been helping Urokodaki. Actually, Tanjiro forbid Hanako from becoming a demon slayer."
"But he allowed his brother?"
"Takeo was persistent, starving himself until Tanjiro budged."
Murata raised his brow. It was a stubborn thing, especially when facing Tanjiro, a boy with an extreme amount of stubbornness himself.
"While I did ask for you to come here to spar and exchange information, I had another purpose in mind. Would I be able to visit the Kamado siblings myself?"
Giyu stopped for a few moments, thinking about the request.
"I'll ask Urokodaki. If he accepts, then I do not mind," he said. Writing a letter, he gave it to his crow.
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A couple weeks later, Murata and Giyu found themselves at Urokodaki's humble abode. It was early in the morning, and they could already hear two boys training in the clearing behind the home.
Urokodaki, with his signature tengu mask, walked up to them. He nodded at Giyu and looked at Murata.
"So, you are the Ice Hashira," Urokodaki remarked, showing them inside his house.
"I thank you for your hospitality," Murata said.
Urokodaki waved him off. Hanako greeted them, and she began preparing refreshments.
"Any friend of my students is a friend of mine. Though, I presume you have a reason, going out of your way to be here."
Murata thanked Hanako for the drink and addressed Urokodaki. "I wanted to personally thank you for taking care of the Kamado family. Especially Nezuko."
"I was concerned at first, even with Giyu's conviction. But, the master has sanctioned this situation, and he trusts that you will be able to handle it," Urokodaki said.
"Do not worry about their safety. I'm prepared for any backlash I'll receive from the others," Murata stated.
"I pray that you will. Now, did you come here just to visit, or did you have something else in mind?"
"I want to observe Nezuko and help out both Tanjiro and Takeo, if I can. It won't be long, since I'll have to return to my duties."
Urokodaki understood. They got up, and he led Murata to a dark room.
Inside, Nezuko was sleeping peacefully as Hanako watched over her.
"Has she been like this the whole time?" Murata asked Hanako.
She answered quietly. "Yes. It's been a year."
"And she has not eaten any humans, is that right?"
Urokodaki spoke up. "Despite being a new demon, Nezuko has not consumed a single human. It is my theory that she gains her energy through sleeping."
It made sense, yet Murata has always wondered about how simple it seemed. Even if Nezuko had incredible willpower and love for her family, that alone couldn't force a demon to change their entire physiology.
If that was all it took, it would be raise more questinos. For instance, Murata remembered how Sanemi described his mother. Yet, his mother attacked her own children, so what made Nezuko unique?
Murata's lack of skill or knowledge in science meant he couldn't pursue this curiosity on his own.
Stepping outside, he watched Giyu correct Tanjiro's and Takeo's movements.
Even with Giyu's guidance, Murata could see the slight hesitation in Tanjiro's strikes and the lack of comfort in Takeo's swings.
Giyu left them to practice on their own as he reached Murata.
"Tanjiro can use Water Breathing, but Takeo seems to struggle with it," Murata concluded. Giyu agreed with him, watching the two struggle.
"I think they would appreciate your help," Giyu said. He went inside without further explanation.
Water Breathing, Seventh Form: Drop Ripple Thrust
Tanjiro performed a thrust with his sword. The form, while slow, did not have terrible execution. But, it was obvious to Murata that Tanjiro would never truly master Water Breathing.
It was even worse for Takeo, who tried performing the seventh form but overexerted himself on the last segment of the movement. He fell to the ground.
Murata popped his neck and hands. If he wanted to help things along, then who could blame him?
Yuichiro, by this point, had already surpassed Murata in terms of swordsmanship. However, Murata's strength and experience closed the distance between them. His own ability in Wind Breathing also served to disturb Yuichiro's rhythm.
Dodging a swift strike, Murata threw his sword at Yuichiro. He blocked it then got punched in the gut.
"That's cheating!" Yuichiro complained.
Sanemi, sitting at the engawa, laughed. Cracking his knuckles, he jumped in, itching for his own fight. Nursing his bruise, Yuichiro rested while observing the two hashira fight.
Murata did his best, but Sanemi was too violent. His stubbornness proved to be his greatest strength.
They laid on the ground, panting heavily while bruised, sweaty, and tired. The stars in the sky twinkled, and the clean air invigorated their lungs. Several broken training swords were sprawled out in the courtyard as a cool breeze swept around them.
"Any new signs of the Infinity Castle?" Sanemi asked, patting down his clothes.
Murata, sweeping up the remains of the swords, shook his head. "Not since Obanai and I found it."
The newly dubbed 'Infinity Castle' brought up concerning implications for the Demon Slayer Corps. If this blood demon art served as Muzan's base of operations, then it would be nearly impossible to corner him naturally.
In a worst case scenario, he could hide in there as long as he wished. Then, after the hashira died of old age, he could step out and continue with his unnatural existence.
Unfortunately, even with months of searching, Murata and Obanai were the only ones to witness the Infinity Castle. The demon and her snake also vanished. Despite this, demon activity remained as high as ever.
"You're lucky as hell, you know? You attract strong demons like a magnet. Maybe I'll request to go on a mission with you," Sanemi said.
Murata sincerely wished he wouldn't. Only someone like Sanemi would grumble about not finding demon moons to fight.
They spoke and shared memories as battle-hardened friends, enjoying the brief peace in the estate.
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When Yuichiro and Sanemi left, Murata had a new guest, one he was eager to get more information from.
Giyu walked in, his silent and urgent stride propelling him towards a dining room.
Murata prepared the meal as Giyu rested from his journey.
"I sent the kakushi away, and I had extra time," Murata explained, setting down the plates.
Giyu nodded, and they ate together. Wasting no time, Murata began his barrage of questions.
"The siblings you saved, how are they doing?"
After gulping, Giyu answered. "They are fine. However, Urokodaki has told me that Nezuko has been sleeping for nearly a year now."
"She is the demon, right?" Murata confirmed.
Giyu responded positively. "Besides her, Tanjiro is doing well. Unfortunately, since he missed Final Selection this year, he will have to wait until after the winter to take the next one."
It made sense. Though, even with this setback, Tanjiro would be taking Final Selection about half a year, at the earliest.
"Does anyone else know about Nezuko?"
Giyu shook his head. "As hashira, Makomo and Sabito have been extremely busy. Demon attacks have been rising, so they haven't had the chance to visit Urokodaki this year. I do visit occasionally in place of them. Luckily, Urokodaki has shared your same resolve, and offered his life to defend me."
"I actually owe you a lot more," Murata said. "After all, I didn't expect you to keep this a secret."
"That is true," Giyu admitted. "I wanted to talk to Makomo about it, but you seem to understand the situation better than I do. And, she will be more angry with you than me, seeing as how this was an order from a hashira."
"If you want to spin it that way, I don't mind," Murata said.
Murata listened as he drank, letting Giyu fill the space with his words.
"His younger brother, Takeo, has also been training to be a demon slayer," Giyu said.
Murata choked, thumping his chest as he swallowed the last of his tea. Going through his memories, Murata tried to remember his letters with Giyu.
Now that he was thinking about it, Giyu never specified names in his letters, and only referred to them as the Kamado siblings.
Giyu, noticing the strange outburst, looked on with confusion. "You seem surprised? I mentioned siblings in my letters, so I thought you knew."
"I assumed there were only two."
Shaking his head, Giyu corrected him and counted with his fingers. "There are four. Tanjiro, Nezuko, Takeo, and Hanako."
The fact that half the Kamado family were alive made Murata feel happy. Tanjiro did not lose as much as he originally did.
"How are the other two?"
"Takeo is training. While I do not doubt his ability to pass Final Selection, I doubt his compatibility with Water Breathing. Hanako is still young, so she has been helping Urokodaki. Actually, Tanjiro forbid Hanako from becoming a demon slayer."
"But he allowed his brother?"
"Takeo was persistent, starving himself until Tanjiro budged."
Murata raised his brow. It was a stubborn thing, especially when facing Tanjiro, a boy with an extreme amount of stubbornness himself.
"While I did ask for you to come here to spar and exchange information, I had another purpose in mind. Would I be able to visit the Kamado siblings myself?"
Giyu stopped for a few moments, thinking about the request.
"I'll ask Urokodaki. If he accepts, then I do not mind," he said. Writing a letter, he gave it to his crow.
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A couple weeks later, Murata and Giyu found themselves at Urokodaki's humble abode. It was early in the morning, and they could already hear two boys training in the clearing behind the home.
Urokodaki, with his signature tengu mask, walked up to them. He nodded at Giyu and looked at Murata.
"So, you are the Ice Hashira," Urokodaki remarked, showing them inside his house.
"I thank you for your hospitality," Murata said.
Urokodaki waved him off. Hanako greeted them, and she began preparing refreshments.
"Any friend of my students is a friend of mine. Though, I presume you have a reason, going out of your way to be here."
Murata thanked Hanako for the drink and addressed Urokodaki. "I wanted to personally thank you for taking care of the Kamado family. Especially Nezuko."
"I was concerned at first, even with Giyu's conviction. But, the master has sanctioned this situation, and he trusts that you will be able to handle it," Urokodaki said.
"Do not worry about their safety. I'm prepared for any backlash I'll receive from the others," Murata stated.
"I pray that you will. Now, did you come here just to visit, or did you have something else in mind?"
"I want to observe Nezuko and help out both Tanjiro and Takeo, if I can. It won't be long, since I'll have to return to my duties."
Urokodaki understood. They got up, and he led Murata to a dark room.
Inside, Nezuko was sleeping peacefully as Hanako watched over her.
"Has she been like this the whole time?" Murata asked Hanako.
She answered quietly. "Yes. It's been a year."
"And she has not eaten any humans, is that right?"
Urokodaki spoke up. "Despite being a new demon, Nezuko has not consumed a single human. It is my theory that she gains her energy through sleeping."
It made sense, yet Murata has always wondered about how simple it seemed. Even if Nezuko had incredible willpower and love for her family, that alone couldn't force a demon to change their entire physiology.
If that was all it took, it would be raise more questinos. For instance, Murata remembered how Sanemi described his mother. Yet, his mother attacked her own children, so what made Nezuko unique?
Murata's lack of skill or knowledge in science meant he couldn't pursue this curiosity on his own.
Stepping outside, he watched Giyu correct Tanjiro's and Takeo's movements.
Even with Giyu's guidance, Murata could see the slight hesitation in Tanjiro's strikes and the lack of comfort in Takeo's swings.
Giyu left them to practice on their own as he reached Murata.
"Tanjiro can use Water Breathing, but Takeo seems to struggle with it," Murata concluded. Giyu agreed with him, watching the two struggle.
"I think they would appreciate your help," Giyu said. He went inside without further explanation.
Water Breathing, Seventh Form: Drop Ripple Thrust
Tanjiro performed a thrust with his sword. The form, while slow, did not have terrible execution. But, it was obvious to Murata that Tanjiro would never truly master Water Breathing.
It was even worse for Takeo, who tried performing the seventh form but overexerted himself on the last segment of the movement. He fell to the ground.
Murata popped his neck and hands. If he wanted to help things along, then who could blame him?
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Thank you for the chapter, tanjiro is going to become a beast isn't he? And with murata training against sun breath users I could see him growing even more than he currently is.
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My first thought would be "Rain Breathing". Teal kinda seems close to Muchirio's sword, and Mist is supposed to be an offshoot of wind. Considering what Murata has done so far, part of me might wonder about looking into Thunder breathing, or Sound breathing if he could talk with Uzui (I suppose in that case we might change the name to "storm" breathing). Even if the styles aren't a good source to draw from, asking about adding other tools to his arsenal to augment his abilities seems a natural evolution.
I will say Thunder might be a bit of a stretch, it all about quick draws/fast hits, where as Wind and Water are respectively mostly about rapid circular movement and adaptable flowing motion, Water and Wind actually sound pretty compatible when you break them down, but neither seem like they'd lead themselves directly to Thunder Breathing. Sound on the other hand, despite being an offshoot of Thunder, actually seems pretty suitable to how this take on Murata is going, the idea is moving in a such a way(+plus throwing in distractions like bombs that throw out a lot of light and noise) to throw off an opponent.
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.....?
It's already been stated that his new style is Ice breathing.
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Yeah I didn't see that when I wrote that, that's egg on my face. I'd delete it but that just feels worse.
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Some people comment as they read, nothing to sweat.
The "Get to Know the Hashira" Handbook.
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The kanji for 'hashira' has nine strokes, which has led many in the corps to assume the maximum number of hashira allowed was nine. However, the Ubuyashiki family has no rule or quota dictating the number of hashira.
Indeed, there have been many times in the history of the corps where there were as few as one hashira and as many as ten. Though, it is important to realize that the title of hashira was just that, a title. Some eras have boasted hashira that today may seem weak, while others have stood the test of time.
The two most powerful era of demon slayers include the Sengoku Golden Age and the Taisho Era.
There are currently 11 hashira. This was the order in which they were promoted:
1. Stone Hashira - Himejima Gyomei
2. Sound Hashira - Uzui Tengen
3. Water Hashira - Ishikawa Makomo
4. Wind Hashira - Shinazugawa Sanemi
5. Ice Hashira - Sato Murata
6. Flood Hashira - Matsuda Sabito
7. Mist Hashira - Iguro Seiko
8. Insect Hashira - Kocho Shinobu
9. Flame Hashira - Rengoku Kyojuro
10. Snake Hashira - Iguro Obanai
11. Love Hashira - Kanroji Mitsuri
Their height and weight*:
1. Gyomei - 220 cm (86.6 in) - 140 kg (308.6 lb)
2. Tengen - 198 cm (77.9 in) - 105 kg (231.4 lb)
3. Sabito - 181 cm (71.2 in) - 82 kg (180.7 lb)
4. Sanemi - 179 cm (70.4 in) - 80 kg (176.3 lb)
5. Kyojuro - 177 cm (69.6 in) - 75 kg (165.3 lb)
6. Murata - 169 cm (66.5 in) - 70 kg (154.3 lb)
7. Mitsuri - 167 cm (65.7 in) - 65 kg (143.3 lb)
8. Seiko - 164 cm (64.5 in) - 59 kg (130 lb)
9. Obanai - 162 cm (63.7 in) - 55 kg (121.2 lb)
10. Makomo - 159 cm (62.5 in) - 53 kg (116.8 lb)
11. Shinobu - 151 cm (59.4 in) - 44 kg (99.2 lb)
*Some of the weights were slightly adjusted as I refuse to believe someone like Gyomei, being as built as he is, was only 130 kg.
Arm wrestling. Tengen once joked about Murata's soft-looking hands (they weren't), which caused him to start an arm wrestling contest between the hashira.
1. Gyomei - Insanely Strong
2. Tengen - Really Strong
3. Sabito - Surprisingly Strong (What is he hiding?)
4. Sanemi / Kyojuro / Mitsuri - Strong
5. Murata - Somewhat Strong (Maybe he should stop spending so much time in the Ubuyashiki library?)
6. Seiko / Makomo - Normal
7. Obanai - A Little Weak
8. Shinobu - Weak
Grip strength. They used progressively denser and stronger pieces of wood.
1. Gyomei - His large hands were perfect for this test.
2. Tengen - It makes sense, especially the way he uses his blades.
3. Murata - A surprising contender. Could've surpassed Tengen, but the scars on his hands flared up and he stopped.
4. Sanemi / Sabito / Kyojuro - They tied on the same piece of wood. Sabito claims to have damaged it the most (it was actually Kyojuro).
5. Obanai - Another unexpected ranking. What's up his sleeve?
6. Mitsuri - Could have placed higher, but didn't want to get splinters.
7. Makomo / Seiko - Tied. They understood the assignment.
8. Shinobu - Didn't participate. Her lithe hands were more suited towards medicine.
Running Speed. The running took place from one end of the Ice Estate to the other end.
1. Tengen - Just like a ninja, his speed makes others look twice. Who would have thought the flashiest guy was the hardest to catch?
2. Sabito - Similar to his breathing art, the way he runs is similar to a disaster coming towards you.
3. Sanemi - The way he runs into battle is like a hurricane.
4. Makomo - Surprisingly nimble, her strides make her appear like a swift river.
5. Gyomei - Even worse than Sabito. Instead of a simple disaster, the very earth shakes when he sprints.
6. Shinobu - Light on her feet. Unfortunately, her endurance could use improvement.
7. Murata - He stumbled, but quickly regained his bearings.
8. Kyojuro - Explosive like a raging campfire.
9. Obanai - Maybe if he ran in a straight line instead of moving like a snake, he could have placed higher.
10. Seiko - It was difficult to see her. Maybe she's obscuring her final form?
11. Mitsuri - She tried her best, but maybe should have ran on a lighter stomach.
Openness. Ranked on how easily they can talk to others and socialize.
1. Kyojuro - 95%
2. Mitsuri / Gyomei / Sabito - 90%
3. Tengen - 88%
4. Shinobu / Makomo - 85%
5. Murata - 75%
6. Sanemi / Obanai - 60%
7. Seiko - 17%
Approachability/Kindness. Ranked on how easy it is to talk to them.
1. Mitsuri - The Love Hashira is cheerful, smiles a lot, and is a source of positivity for the people around her. She can even interact with the Snake and Mist Hashira.
2. Kyojuro - The Flame Hashira burns bright and he presents himself accordingly. His presence is simply motivating! He inspires many of the junior members of the corps.
3. Makomo - Her calm and experienced demeanor is soothing to others. Don't badmouth Giyu in front of her. Otherwise, she'll discipline you.
4. Shinobu - She has a kind smile, though she can be very blunt in that nice tone of hers. It's very confusing, but even the other hashira rely on her.
5. Sabito - His presence can seem overwhelming, but he just follows a personal code. Respect that, and he'll talk all day to you. Many of the female kakushi and demon slayers find him dashing.
6. Murata - His face may look ordinary, yet his eyes are old. Not difficult to talk to, but he always seems to be deep in thought.
7. Tengen - He can be a bit overbearing. Also, he talks about his wives a lot.
8. Gyomei - The way he cries while chanting is unnerving to others. However, many people look up to his strength and presence.
9. Obanai - His persistent glare is difficult to bear. He does get along with the Wind and Love Hashira. Sometimes annoyed by how the Mist Hashira treats him.
10. Sanemi - Very scary to talk to. Feels like walking into a typhoon.
11. Seiko - Quiet and attractive. She dislikes talking, often using paper to interact with others, which makes things complicated. She acts like a mother hen towards the Snake Hashira.
What the hashira think of each other.
[Gyomei]
Tengen: He is boastful, but not overconfident or insecure of his skills.
Sabito: Dutiful and honorable, he is loyal to others.
Sanemi: He is bashful and honest in his heart. He likes Kanae and visits her often.
Kyojuro: An honest and positive person without bitterness.
Makomo: A calm, thoughtful person. She seems to like Murata.
Mitsuri: A good-natured girl. She seems to like Obanai.
Shinobu: A delicate person who sometimes works too hard.
Obanai: Very sincere and sensitive person. He seems to love Mitsuri.
Murata: He knows more than others see. Enjoys speaking with Makomo and Tengen.
Seiko: A smart, resourceful woman. Enjoys Obanai's company.
[Shinobu]
Tengen: A bright person. However, his attitude can get annoying.
Sabito: He's easy to get along with. Aoi sometimes asks if he's coming.
Sanemi: He asks how I'm doing whenever we meet. I know he wants my approval.
Kyojuro: A good person. Sometimes, we're not on the same page.
Makomo: I like her. She gets along with Kanao.
Mitsuri: She's wonderful. Cute and cheerful.
Gyomei: I respect him from the bottom of my heart.
Obanai: We talk about training and sword techniques sometimes.
Murata: He's fine. I'm not that short, okay?
Seiko: Smart and beautiful. The girls love her.
[Kyojuro]
Tengen: Crazy sword techniques. And he's a ninja! Also, he has slightly too many wives!
Sabito: He and I are best buds! Honorable, strong, and can eat a lot!
Sanemi: Admirable! He elevated Wind Breathing to its full potential!
Shinobu: Uses poisons and fights despite her disadvantage! I respect her!
Makomo: Calm and collected! Her technique is mesmerizing!
Mitsuri: Cute, and a talented student of mine! She created her own breath!
Gyomei: What a blessed body! The way he swings his weapons, so amazing!
Obanai: He has sharp senses! He moves like a snake!
Murata: Made his own breath! Very knowledgeable!
Seiko: Resourceful! She reminds me of my mother!
[Sanemi]
Tengen: He's alright. He acts like a big brother.
Sabito: A good rival.
Kyojuro: He's a good guy, I like him.
Shinobu: I talk to her since she's Kanae's sister. I want to be on her good side.
Makomo: She has a fierce side. Don't ask how I know.
Mitsuri: Acts like a dunce sometimes.
Gyomei: I respect his strength.
Obanai: I like him. We get along well.
Murata: I like him. I'm jealous of his luck.
Seiko: I don't talk to her much, but she's smart.
[Tengen]
Sanemi: Dangerous, but can act like a brat sometimes.
Sabito: A flashy guy. Criticizes me for having multiple wives, though.
Kyojuro: Very flamboyant! Super self-reliant, and he's just a good guy.
Shinobu: Hardworking and a bit flamboyant. Good hips.
Makomo: Has a hidden flamboyant side to her! Though, she says I'm annoying. Good hips.
Mitsuri: Kind of flashy, but also weird. Good hips.
Gyomei: The first time I saw someone so huge! Very strong.
Obanai: He's too serious but his eyes are so flamboyant! I'm jealous.
Murata: I like messing with him, but he has his moments of flamboyancy. He learned from the best!
Seiko: A clever, mature woman. Very good hips.
[Mitsuri]
Sanemi: He's scary, but that's part of the charm! Gets angry with me sometimes.
Sabito: He's so dutiful! He's like a powerful samurai.
Kyojuro: A good older brother! It was fun training together and he took good care of me.
Shinobu: I love her! Even though I'm older, she's more composed than I am. And she's cute.
Makomo: She's so nice and thoughtful! We like to cook together when we have time.
Tengen: Has the sex-appeal of a mature adult! But he speaks like a child sometimes. It's funny.
Gyomei: Loves cats! Even if he's soft, he's the strongest in our group!
Obanai: He's kind, and he writes such beautiful letters! He even waits for me when I'm slow.
Murata: He reminds me of my grandfather! He knows a lot.
Seiko: Has a quiet, mature, lady-like beauty! We write to each other a lot.
[Obanai]
Sanemi: He's a good friend of mine.
Sabito: He works hard. Would like to talk to him more.
Kyojuro: He speaks a lot, but I like him and he has a good personality.
Shinobu: A hardworking and knowledgeable person.
Makomo: I respect her. Easy to work with.
Tengen: We talked about our pasts. He doesn't despair even after everything. I respect his determination.
Gyomei: Very strong and reliant. I trust him.
Mitsuri: I love her, she's cute. Makes me nervous and sound illogical, which scares me.
Murata: He's fine. I can respect his experience and preparation.
Seiko: We sorted out our pasts. Sometimes, she acts too fussy towards me.
[Sabito]
Sanemi: I'm proud to call him a rival. Let's work together.
Obanai: I like his seriousness. It's how we should carry ourselves.
Kyojuro: Very admirable and honorable man. I respect him greatly.
Shinobu: She works hard even if it's difficult. I admire that.
Makomo: My scary, yet dependable senior! She has great discipline.
Tengen: He is strong and funny. But, way too many wives! I don't understand it.
Gyomei: The most powerful of us all. He's a role model to strive towards.
Mitsuri: She acts a bit silly sometimes. But, she surprised me with her muscles!
Murata: He acts too humble sometimes. I don't understand what Makomo sees in him.
Seiko: I respect her. I've seen Muichiro's skill, so I know she's a good teacher.
[Makomo]
Sanemi: He's a bit crazy. While powerful, he is reckless.
Obanai: I like snakes! I wish he would show off Kaburamaru more often.
Kyojuro: An inspiring guy. I think he'll be great friends with Giyu.
Shinobu: A good friend. She does more than we know, and I appreciate her for that.
Sabito: My talented and tall junior! He can be hard on himself.
Tengen: He's okay. Says weird things at odd times. I should smack him more often.
Gyomei: I respect him greatly. He's strong, and he sits still so I can draw him.
Mitsuri: A cute friend of mine. She's the Love Hashira, yet can't tell that Obanai likes her.
Murata: We've been through a lot together. I like him quite a bit.
Seiko: We've cleared our differences. She's a very insightful person.
[Murata]
Sanemi: I got used to him. He's like a hissy cat. Still too violent at times, though.
Obanai: Hard to tell what he's thinking. Except when it comes to Mitsuri.
Kyojuro: His presence is even more motivating in person. We're on good terms.
Shinobu: She's incredibly short but smart with medicine. Maybe Tamayo could work with her, one day.
Sabito: We've met a few times. He enjoys sparring with me, but likes to rough me up like Sanemi.
Tengen: Enjoyable to be around. He won't share the secret of the muscle mice, unfortunately.
Gyomei: Unbelievable stature and strength. He's probably the strongest human, bar Yorrichi.
Mitsuri: She can be a bit absent-minded. Her flexibility scares me.
Makomo: We get along the best and she's nice to me. We have a long history, after all.
Seiko: I hope she doesn't regret her choice, but she is a good hashira.
[Seiko]
Sanemi: He corrupted Yuichiro. But, I can't deny his ferocity.
Obanai: He's like a brother I never got to have. I wish Kaburamaru liked me more.
Kyojuro: He's a bright flame and very reliant. I wish he would speak quieter sometimes.
Shinobu: Extremely good with poisons and medicine. We exchange ideas.
Sabito: He's a bit dense, but a strong and respectable man.
Tengen: I never met a ninja before. I was disappointed.
Gyomei: He is absolutely the strongest of us. It's a tough burden to bear.
Mitsuri: I get along with her. She might be a future in-law, one day.
Makomo: She was jealous at one point, but now we're good friends. Can be self-conscious sometimes.
Murata. I respect him greatly. Without him, I would probably be eaten by Douma.
Each hashira's favorite food and hobbies.
[Gyomei]
Food: Japanese mixed rice. It was a staple at the temple.
Hobbies: Playing the bamboo flute. His sense of hearing makes him very good at it.
[Sanemi]
Food: Sweet rice balls. His mother was the greatest at making them, and he won't accept any other answer.
Hobbies: Raising rhinoceros beetles. A surprisingly child-like hobby. He's jealous that Yuichiro is better at raising the stronger beetles.
[Kyojuro]
Food: Sweet potatoes. An ancestor of the Rengoku family started to grow them. They own a garden of sweet potatoes.
Hobbies: Traditional Japanese art and theater (sumo, noh, kabuki). A very cultured hobby that surprises people.
[Mitsuri]
Food: Sakura mochi. She ate so much that her hair turned pink because of it.
Hobbies: Cooking (especially western food) and Menko, a card game. She's never lost a game.
[Shinobu]
Food: Ginger with soy sauce. A light and refreshing snack, suited for the Insect Hashira.
Hobbies: Ghost stories. She especially loves telling them to the girls at the Butterfly Estate.
[Obanai]
Food: Kelp with vinegar. He dislikes anything heavy and dislikes fatty aromas.
Hobbies: Poetry and live-amezaiku (Japanese candy sculpting). He believes beauty is better captured on paper than through speech.
[Tengen]
Food: Pufferfish sashimi. How exotic, and in the worst case scenario, he can rely on his poison resistance.
Hobbies: Going to hot springs with his wives and searching for hot springs. How lucky, and on brand for the flashiest hashira.
[Sabito]
Food: Cold soba. It used to be miso soup until Giyu introduced him to a spot. The owners are still scared and amazed by Sabito's appetite.
Hobbies: Crafting masks. An obvious inspiration from Urokodaki.
[Makomo]
Food: Urokodaki's stir fry. It's nostalgic and easy to make. She cried of happiness once she was able to replicate it on her own.
Hobbies: Cooking with Mitsuri, drawing, and stargazing. The beauty of the sky puts her in a drawing mood.
[Murata]
Food: Rice and natto. His village knew exactly how to ferment the soybeans.
Hobbies: Reading. He dislikes writing, however. It gives his hands cramps.
[Seiko]
Food: Tofu. It has a lot of variety and is easy to eat.
Hobbies: Teaching and learning. She loves when new information clicks, and enjoys seeing that expression on others.
Each hashira's quick backstory.
[Gyomei]
A caretaker at a temple, he raised and cared for nine orphans. Gyomei was an orphan himself. He was happiest at that point in life, even when he was hungry and cold. Unfortunately, after being nearly executed, he has come to distrust most children.
[Sanemi]
He's the oldest of seven children. With an abusive father and a caring mother, he swore to take care of his family starting from a young age. Has a quick temper, which only makes him angrier, because it reminds him of his father.
[Kyojuro]
A proud and noble son of the Rengoku bloodline. His greatest inspiration is his mother, and even with his father's drinking problem, he promises to teach Senjuro right and correct his father's behavior.
[Mitsuri]
She had a normal childhood growing up. However, due to her oddities, it has made finding a husband difficult. She's grateful for the support she's received from the corps. It has made her more confident and proud of herself.
[Shinobu]
Shinobu and her sister lived in a well-off family. They were known for being good at treating illnesses. After being saved by Gyomei, she made a promise to her sister. Even now, she works endlessly to quell the growing anger in her heart.
[Obanai]
Being the only son in over three centuries, his torture by the hands of his family has made him distrustful of women. However, he is insecure of himself and has tremendous guilt. He loves Mitsuri, but he is not willing to take the first step until he repays his debt.
[Tengen]
With a paranoid father, he had to endure harsh training. Tengen even killed some of his siblings to survive. But, he lives by moving forward. To be weighed down by his tragedies like a pitiful character, that was something only fools did.
[Sabito]
He was the oldest brother in a family of sisters. His father always taught him to be responsible and reliable, and that a man's greatest strength was his own determination. After being saved by Urokodaki, he still tries to live by his father's mantra.
[Makomo]
A middle child, she was taken care of by an older brother because of their mother's death. After a demon killed the rest of her family and Urokodaki saved her, Makomo came to greatly admire Urokodaki's comforting nature. She tries to mimic that in all that she does.
[Murata]
He had a childhood friend he promised to marry, but when a demon killed his friends and family, a part of him died. A piece of the original Murata and a parasite from the future fused into an unnatural being that the world knows as Murata. Even Muzan would be disturbed by Murata's true nature.
[Seiko]
She was a gifted girl in the Iguro family, but when she spoke against Obanai's treatment, they slit her tongue and left her to die. She worked hard at Douma's temple, but fled when she found the chance. To her, living in ignorance is the most terrifying thing. It is through truth that she can live happily.
A/N: May update as the story gets further. Might consider adding some non-hashira, such as Giyu or Yuichiro, if the itch strikes.
Indeed, there have been many times in the history of the corps where there were as few as one hashira and as many as ten. Though, it is important to realize that the title of hashira was just that, a title. Some eras have boasted hashira that today may seem weak, while others have stood the test of time.
The two most powerful era of demon slayers include the Sengoku Golden Age and the Taisho Era.
There are currently 11 hashira. This was the order in which they were promoted:
1. Stone Hashira - Himejima Gyomei
2. Sound Hashira - Uzui Tengen
3. Water Hashira - Ishikawa Makomo
4. Wind Hashira - Shinazugawa Sanemi
5. Ice Hashira - Sato Murata
6. Flood Hashira - Matsuda Sabito
7. Mist Hashira - Iguro Seiko
8. Insect Hashira - Kocho Shinobu
9. Flame Hashira - Rengoku Kyojuro
10. Snake Hashira - Iguro Obanai
11. Love Hashira - Kanroji Mitsuri
Their height and weight*:
1. Gyomei - 220 cm (86.6 in) - 140 kg (308.6 lb)
2. Tengen - 198 cm (77.9 in) - 105 kg (231.4 lb)
3. Sabito - 181 cm (71.2 in) - 82 kg (180.7 lb)
4. Sanemi - 179 cm (70.4 in) - 80 kg (176.3 lb)
5. Kyojuro - 177 cm (69.6 in) - 75 kg (165.3 lb)
6. Murata - 169 cm (66.5 in) - 70 kg (154.3 lb)
7. Mitsuri - 167 cm (65.7 in) - 65 kg (143.3 lb)
8. Seiko - 164 cm (64.5 in) - 59 kg (130 lb)
9. Obanai - 162 cm (63.7 in) - 55 kg (121.2 lb)
10. Makomo - 159 cm (62.5 in) - 53 kg (116.8 lb)
11. Shinobu - 151 cm (59.4 in) - 44 kg (99.2 lb)
*Some of the weights were slightly adjusted as I refuse to believe someone like Gyomei, being as built as he is, was only 130 kg.
Arm wrestling. Tengen once joked about Murata's soft-looking hands (they weren't), which caused him to start an arm wrestling contest between the hashira.
1. Gyomei - Insanely Strong
2. Tengen - Really Strong
3. Sabito - Surprisingly Strong (What is he hiding?)
4. Sanemi / Kyojuro / Mitsuri - Strong
5. Murata - Somewhat Strong (Maybe he should stop spending so much time in the Ubuyashiki library?)
6. Seiko / Makomo - Normal
7. Obanai - A Little Weak
8. Shinobu - Weak
Grip strength. They used progressively denser and stronger pieces of wood.
1. Gyomei - His large hands were perfect for this test.
2. Tengen - It makes sense, especially the way he uses his blades.
3. Murata - A surprising contender. Could've surpassed Tengen, but the scars on his hands flared up and he stopped.
4. Sanemi / Sabito / Kyojuro - They tied on the same piece of wood. Sabito claims to have damaged it the most (it was actually Kyojuro).
5. Obanai - Another unexpected ranking. What's up his sleeve?
6. Mitsuri - Could have placed higher, but didn't want to get splinters.
7. Makomo / Seiko - Tied. They understood the assignment.
8. Shinobu - Didn't participate. Her lithe hands were more suited towards medicine.
Running Speed. The running took place from one end of the Ice Estate to the other end.
1. Tengen - Just like a ninja, his speed makes others look twice. Who would have thought the flashiest guy was the hardest to catch?
2. Sabito - Similar to his breathing art, the way he runs is similar to a disaster coming towards you.
3. Sanemi - The way he runs into battle is like a hurricane.
4. Makomo - Surprisingly nimble, her strides make her appear like a swift river.
5. Gyomei - Even worse than Sabito. Instead of a simple disaster, the very earth shakes when he sprints.
6. Shinobu - Light on her feet. Unfortunately, her endurance could use improvement.
7. Murata - He stumbled, but quickly regained his bearings.
8. Kyojuro - Explosive like a raging campfire.
9. Obanai - Maybe if he ran in a straight line instead of moving like a snake, he could have placed higher.
10. Seiko - It was difficult to see her. Maybe she's obscuring her final form?
11. Mitsuri - She tried her best, but maybe should have ran on a lighter stomach.
Openness. Ranked on how easily they can talk to others and socialize.
1. Kyojuro - 95%
2. Mitsuri / Gyomei / Sabito - 90%
3. Tengen - 88%
4. Shinobu / Makomo - 85%
5. Murata - 75%
6. Sanemi / Obanai - 60%
7. Seiko - 17%
Approachability/Kindness. Ranked on how easy it is to talk to them.
1. Mitsuri - The Love Hashira is cheerful, smiles a lot, and is a source of positivity for the people around her. She can even interact with the Snake and Mist Hashira.
2. Kyojuro - The Flame Hashira burns bright and he presents himself accordingly. His presence is simply motivating! He inspires many of the junior members of the corps.
3. Makomo - Her calm and experienced demeanor is soothing to others. Don't badmouth Giyu in front of her. Otherwise, she'll discipline you.
4. Shinobu - She has a kind smile, though she can be very blunt in that nice tone of hers. It's very confusing, but even the other hashira rely on her.
5. Sabito - His presence can seem overwhelming, but he just follows a personal code. Respect that, and he'll talk all day to you. Many of the female kakushi and demon slayers find him dashing.
6. Murata - His face may look ordinary, yet his eyes are old. Not difficult to talk to, but he always seems to be deep in thought.
7. Tengen - He can be a bit overbearing. Also, he talks about his wives a lot.
8. Gyomei - The way he cries while chanting is unnerving to others. However, many people look up to his strength and presence.
9. Obanai - His persistent glare is difficult to bear. He does get along with the Wind and Love Hashira. Sometimes annoyed by how the Mist Hashira treats him.
10. Sanemi - Very scary to talk to. Feels like walking into a typhoon.
11. Seiko - Quiet and attractive. She dislikes talking, often using paper to interact with others, which makes things complicated. She acts like a mother hen towards the Snake Hashira.
What the hashira think of each other.
[Gyomei]
Tengen: He is boastful, but not overconfident or insecure of his skills.
Sabito: Dutiful and honorable, he is loyal to others.
Sanemi: He is bashful and honest in his heart. He likes Kanae and visits her often.
Kyojuro: An honest and positive person without bitterness.
Makomo: A calm, thoughtful person. She seems to like Murata.
Mitsuri: A good-natured girl. She seems to like Obanai.
Shinobu: A delicate person who sometimes works too hard.
Obanai: Very sincere and sensitive person. He seems to love Mitsuri.
Murata: He knows more than others see. Enjoys speaking with Makomo and Tengen.
Seiko: A smart, resourceful woman. Enjoys Obanai's company.
[Shinobu]
Tengen: A bright person. However, his attitude can get annoying.
Sabito: He's easy to get along with. Aoi sometimes asks if he's coming.
Sanemi: He asks how I'm doing whenever we meet. I know he wants my approval.
Kyojuro: A good person. Sometimes, we're not on the same page.
Makomo: I like her. She gets along with Kanao.
Mitsuri: She's wonderful. Cute and cheerful.
Gyomei: I respect him from the bottom of my heart.
Obanai: We talk about training and sword techniques sometimes.
Murata: He's fine. I'm not that short, okay?
Seiko: Smart and beautiful. The girls love her.
[Kyojuro]
Tengen: Crazy sword techniques. And he's a ninja! Also, he has slightly too many wives!
Sabito: He and I are best buds! Honorable, strong, and can eat a lot!
Sanemi: Admirable! He elevated Wind Breathing to its full potential!
Shinobu: Uses poisons and fights despite her disadvantage! I respect her!
Makomo: Calm and collected! Her technique is mesmerizing!
Mitsuri: Cute, and a talented student of mine! She created her own breath!
Gyomei: What a blessed body! The way he swings his weapons, so amazing!
Obanai: He has sharp senses! He moves like a snake!
Murata: Made his own breath! Very knowledgeable!
Seiko: Resourceful! She reminds me of my mother!
[Sanemi]
Tengen: He's alright. He acts like a big brother.
Sabito: A good rival.
Kyojuro: He's a good guy, I like him.
Shinobu: I talk to her since she's Kanae's sister. I want to be on her good side.
Makomo: She has a fierce side. Don't ask how I know.
Mitsuri: Acts like a dunce sometimes.
Gyomei: I respect his strength.
Obanai: I like him. We get along well.
Murata: I like him. I'm jealous of his luck.
Seiko: I don't talk to her much, but she's smart.
[Tengen]
Sanemi: Dangerous, but can act like a brat sometimes.
Sabito: A flashy guy. Criticizes me for having multiple wives, though.
Kyojuro: Very flamboyant! Super self-reliant, and he's just a good guy.
Shinobu: Hardworking and a bit flamboyant. Good hips.
Makomo: Has a hidden flamboyant side to her! Though, she says I'm annoying. Good hips.
Mitsuri: Kind of flashy, but also weird. Good hips.
Gyomei: The first time I saw someone so huge! Very strong.
Obanai: He's too serious but his eyes are so flamboyant! I'm jealous.
Murata: I like messing with him, but he has his moments of flamboyancy. He learned from the best!
Seiko: A clever, mature woman. Very good hips.
[Mitsuri]
Sanemi: He's scary, but that's part of the charm! Gets angry with me sometimes.
Sabito: He's so dutiful! He's like a powerful samurai.
Kyojuro: A good older brother! It was fun training together and he took good care of me.
Shinobu: I love her! Even though I'm older, she's more composed than I am. And she's cute.
Makomo: She's so nice and thoughtful! We like to cook together when we have time.
Tengen: Has the sex-appeal of a mature adult! But he speaks like a child sometimes. It's funny.
Gyomei: Loves cats! Even if he's soft, he's the strongest in our group!
Obanai: He's kind, and he writes such beautiful letters! He even waits for me when I'm slow.
Murata: He reminds me of my grandfather! He knows a lot.
Seiko: Has a quiet, mature, lady-like beauty! We write to each other a lot.
[Obanai]
Sanemi: He's a good friend of mine.
Sabito: He works hard. Would like to talk to him more.
Kyojuro: He speaks a lot, but I like him and he has a good personality.
Shinobu: A hardworking and knowledgeable person.
Makomo: I respect her. Easy to work with.
Tengen: We talked about our pasts. He doesn't despair even after everything. I respect his determination.
Gyomei: Very strong and reliant. I trust him.
Mitsuri: I love her, she's cute. Makes me nervous and sound illogical, which scares me.
Murata: He's fine. I can respect his experience and preparation.
Seiko: We sorted out our pasts. Sometimes, she acts too fussy towards me.
[Sabito]
Sanemi: I'm proud to call him a rival. Let's work together.
Obanai: I like his seriousness. It's how we should carry ourselves.
Kyojuro: Very admirable and honorable man. I respect him greatly.
Shinobu: She works hard even if it's difficult. I admire that.
Makomo: My scary, yet dependable senior! She has great discipline.
Tengen: He is strong and funny. But, way too many wives! I don't understand it.
Gyomei: The most powerful of us all. He's a role model to strive towards.
Mitsuri: She acts a bit silly sometimes. But, she surprised me with her muscles!
Murata: He acts too humble sometimes. I don't understand what Makomo sees in him.
Seiko: I respect her. I've seen Muichiro's skill, so I know she's a good teacher.
[Makomo]
Sanemi: He's a bit crazy. While powerful, he is reckless.
Obanai: I like snakes! I wish he would show off Kaburamaru more often.
Kyojuro: An inspiring guy. I think he'll be great friends with Giyu.
Shinobu: A good friend. She does more than we know, and I appreciate her for that.
Sabito: My talented and tall junior! He can be hard on himself.
Tengen: He's okay. Says weird things at odd times. I should smack him more often.
Gyomei: I respect him greatly. He's strong, and he sits still so I can draw him.
Mitsuri: A cute friend of mine. She's the Love Hashira, yet can't tell that Obanai likes her.
Murata: We've been through a lot together. I like him quite a bit.
Seiko: We've cleared our differences. She's a very insightful person.
[Murata]
Sanemi: I got used to him. He's like a hissy cat. Still too violent at times, though.
Obanai: Hard to tell what he's thinking. Except when it comes to Mitsuri.
Kyojuro: His presence is even more motivating in person. We're on good terms.
Shinobu: She's incredibly short but smart with medicine. Maybe Tamayo could work with her, one day.
Sabito: We've met a few times. He enjoys sparring with me, but likes to rough me up like Sanemi.
Tengen: Enjoyable to be around. He won't share the secret of the muscle mice, unfortunately.
Gyomei: Unbelievable stature and strength. He's probably the strongest human, bar Yorrichi.
Mitsuri: She can be a bit absent-minded. Her flexibility scares me.
Makomo: We get along the best and she's nice to me. We have a long history, after all.
Seiko: I hope she doesn't regret her choice, but she is a good hashira.
[Seiko]
Sanemi: He corrupted Yuichiro. But, I can't deny his ferocity.
Obanai: He's like a brother I never got to have. I wish Kaburamaru liked me more.
Kyojuro: He's a bright flame and very reliant. I wish he would speak quieter sometimes.
Shinobu: Extremely good with poisons and medicine. We exchange ideas.
Sabito: He's a bit dense, but a strong and respectable man.
Tengen: I never met a ninja before. I was disappointed.
Gyomei: He is absolutely the strongest of us. It's a tough burden to bear.
Mitsuri: I get along with her. She might be a future in-law, one day.
Makomo: She was jealous at one point, but now we're good friends. Can be self-conscious sometimes.
Murata. I respect him greatly. Without him, I would probably be eaten by Douma.
Each hashira's favorite food and hobbies.
[Gyomei]
Food: Japanese mixed rice. It was a staple at the temple.
Hobbies: Playing the bamboo flute. His sense of hearing makes him very good at it.
[Sanemi]
Food: Sweet rice balls. His mother was the greatest at making them, and he won't accept any other answer.
Hobbies: Raising rhinoceros beetles. A surprisingly child-like hobby. He's jealous that Yuichiro is better at raising the stronger beetles.
[Kyojuro]
Food: Sweet potatoes. An ancestor of the Rengoku family started to grow them. They own a garden of sweet potatoes.
Hobbies: Traditional Japanese art and theater (sumo, noh, kabuki). A very cultured hobby that surprises people.
[Mitsuri]
Food: Sakura mochi. She ate so much that her hair turned pink because of it.
Hobbies: Cooking (especially western food) and Menko, a card game. She's never lost a game.
[Shinobu]
Food: Ginger with soy sauce. A light and refreshing snack, suited for the Insect Hashira.
Hobbies: Ghost stories. She especially loves telling them to the girls at the Butterfly Estate.
[Obanai]
Food: Kelp with vinegar. He dislikes anything heavy and dislikes fatty aromas.
Hobbies: Poetry and live-amezaiku (Japanese candy sculpting). He believes beauty is better captured on paper than through speech.
[Tengen]
Food: Pufferfish sashimi. How exotic, and in the worst case scenario, he can rely on his poison resistance.
Hobbies: Going to hot springs with his wives and searching for hot springs. How lucky, and on brand for the flashiest hashira.
[Sabito]
Food: Cold soba. It used to be miso soup until Giyu introduced him to a spot. The owners are still scared and amazed by Sabito's appetite.
Hobbies: Crafting masks. An obvious inspiration from Urokodaki.
[Makomo]
Food: Urokodaki's stir fry. It's nostalgic and easy to make. She cried of happiness once she was able to replicate it on her own.
Hobbies: Cooking with Mitsuri, drawing, and stargazing. The beauty of the sky puts her in a drawing mood.
[Murata]
Food: Rice and natto. His village knew exactly how to ferment the soybeans.
Hobbies: Reading. He dislikes writing, however. It gives his hands cramps.
[Seiko]
Food: Tofu. It has a lot of variety and is easy to eat.
Hobbies: Teaching and learning. She loves when new information clicks, and enjoys seeing that expression on others.
Each hashira's quick backstory.
[Gyomei]
A caretaker at a temple, he raised and cared for nine orphans. Gyomei was an orphan himself. He was happiest at that point in life, even when he was hungry and cold. Unfortunately, after being nearly executed, he has come to distrust most children.
[Sanemi]
He's the oldest of seven children. With an abusive father and a caring mother, he swore to take care of his family starting from a young age. Has a quick temper, which only makes him angrier, because it reminds him of his father.
[Kyojuro]
A proud and noble son of the Rengoku bloodline. His greatest inspiration is his mother, and even with his father's drinking problem, he promises to teach Senjuro right and correct his father's behavior.
[Mitsuri]
She had a normal childhood growing up. However, due to her oddities, it has made finding a husband difficult. She's grateful for the support she's received from the corps. It has made her more confident and proud of herself.
[Shinobu]
Shinobu and her sister lived in a well-off family. They were known for being good at treating illnesses. After being saved by Gyomei, she made a promise to her sister. Even now, she works endlessly to quell the growing anger in her heart.
[Obanai]
Being the only son in over three centuries, his torture by the hands of his family has made him distrustful of women. However, he is insecure of himself and has tremendous guilt. He loves Mitsuri, but he is not willing to take the first step until he repays his debt.
[Tengen]
With a paranoid father, he had to endure harsh training. Tengen even killed some of his siblings to survive. But, he lives by moving forward. To be weighed down by his tragedies like a pitiful character, that was something only fools did.
[Sabito]
He was the oldest brother in a family of sisters. His father always taught him to be responsible and reliable, and that a man's greatest strength was his own determination. After being saved by Urokodaki, he still tries to live by his father's mantra.
[Makomo]
A middle child, she was taken care of by an older brother because of their mother's death. After a demon killed the rest of her family and Urokodaki saved her, Makomo came to greatly admire Urokodaki's comforting nature. She tries to mimic that in all that she does.
[Murata]
He had a childhood friend he promised to marry, but when a demon killed his friends and family, a part of him died. A piece of the original Murata and a parasite from the future fused into an unnatural being that the world knows as Murata. Even Muzan would be disturbed by Murata's true nature.
[Seiko]
She was a gifted girl in the Iguro family, but when she spoke against Obanai's treatment, they slit her tongue and left her to die. She worked hard at Douma's temple, but fled when she found the chance. To her, living in ignorance is the most terrifying thing. It is through truth that she can live happily.
A/N: May update as the story gets further. Might consider adding some non-hashira, such as Giyu or Yuichiro, if the itch strikes.
Hadiz
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Harsh.
Blame the Reincarnation system on fucking up haha...
TheDanny
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Makomo stonks be up.
Slightly nsfw
Pfff-!
Murata is the head of the Midget Watch Patrol.
Tengen my man....
Also, what do you mean that Seiko's hips are on a level all their own?! Seiko stock also up?