The long-awaited finale of the Demon Slayer Hashira Coaching Arc, titled “The Hashira Unite”, aired on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 11:15 PM JST.

This eighth episode introduced a gripping story concerning the intense and fateful assembly between Muzan and Ubuyashiki.

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All of the Hashiras collect after listening to the assault on Ubuyashiki’s Manshion (Pictures by Ufotable)

In a determined and brave transfer, Ubuyashiki makes use of himself as bait to lure Muzan right into a entice, setting the stage for an epic confrontation.

Tamayo and Himejima be a part of the combat towards Muzan, elevating the stakes even greater.

The Revealed Connection Between Muzan and Ubuyashiki

The finale picks up the place the earlier episode left off, with Muzan Kibutsuji infiltrating the Ubuyashiki mansion and coming head to head with Kagaya Ubuyashiki for the primary time.

Muzan declares his intention to finish Ubuyashiki’s dream of defeating him, whereupon Ubuyashiki reveals their shared bloodline. Unconcerned, Muzan wonders what the implications of this revelation are.

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Muzan Kibutsuji from Demon Slayer (photographs by Ufotable)

Ubuyashiki explains that their household, which gave start to a monster like Muzan, was cursed, leading to weak kids who died younger.

In an try to interrupt this curse, they devoted themselves to defeating Muzan. They intermarried with priestly households to alleviate the curse considerably, however no member of the family lived previous the age of 30.

Muzan scoffs at this story, doubting its veracity given his unpunished reign of terror for over 1,000 years. Ubuyashiki counters, asking Muzan about his dream.

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Ubuyashiki explains their household curse to Muzan (photographs by Ufotable)

Muzan feels a uncommon sense of nostalgia and reduction upon seeing Ubuyashiki’s kids. He reveals his dream of immortality, which he believes will come true as soon as he positive aspects possession of Nezuko.

Ubuyashiki tells Muzan that his dream won’t ever come true and explains that true eternity lies within the emotions and bonds between folks.

Ubuyashiki’s Sacrifice and the Hashira’s Dedication

Muzan expresses his disappointment at Ubuyashiki’s weak situation. Nevertheless, Ubuyashiki explains that his willpower to defeat Muzan has saved him alive longer than anticipated.

Regardless of Ubuyashiki’s spouse, Amane, being blind, she describes what Muzan seems to be like.

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Muzan needs to kill Ubuyashiki and his spouse Amane (Pictures by Crunchyroll)

Ubuyashiki, realizing that Muzan needs to kill him, reveals his years of data and understanding of Muzan’s anger in the direction of his household.

Muzan rejects this concept, however Ubuyashiki factors out the 1000-year perseverance of the Demon Slayer Corps, pushed by their unwavering willpower to defeat Muzan, proving him proper.

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Hashira discusses leaving guards for the safety of Ubuyashiki (photographs by Ufotable)

He claims that Muzan’s demise would imply the tip of all demons. Muzan’s response confirms this declare.

Ubuyashiki provides that his personal demise will solely strengthen the resolve of the Corps, particularly the Hashira. As Muzan prepares to strike, Ubuyashiki thanks him for listening.

Ubuyashiki’s Final Stand and Muzan’s Rage

Because the scene modifications, Sanemi and his crow announce a demon assault on the Ubuyashiki home. Tanjiro and the Hashira (excluding Himejima) rush to the grasp’s residence.

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Himejima Gyomei meets Muzan (Pictures by Ufotable)

In a flashback, a Hashira assembly is revealed, the place Sanemi proposes to go away at the least two Hashira as guards for Ubuyashiki. Nevertheless, Himejima rejects the concept, explaining why Ubuyashiki persistently refuses to supply safety.

Returning to the current, the mansion explodes earlier than the rescue celebration arrives. Muzan’s burning physique falls and begins to regenerate, enraging Ubuyashiki for orchestrating the explosion to entice him.

Ubuyashiki’s sacrifice and the Hashira’s united entrance spotlight the themes of braveness, sacrifice, and the enduring bonds that drive the Demon Slayer Corps.

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Muzan Kibutsuji falls into Blood Demon Artwork Entice by exploding flesh seeds (photographs by Ufotable)

Muzan notices the Hashira gathering round him and suspects there are extra traps. He acknowledges Ubuyashiki’s expertise for hiding his murderous intentions.

As Muzan nears the tip of his regeneration, he all of the sudden turns into entangled within the thorns of the Blood Demon Artwork, which comes from exploding flesh seeds.

On the finish of the episode, all of Hashira and Tanjiro come along with one widespread objective: to confront and defeat Muzan.

Tamayo’s valiant effort and Himejima’s assault

Muzan, confused, tries to interrupt free and wonders who the person is. Tamayo seems and hits him, stunning Muzan.

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Tamayo makes use of drugs on Muzan that may flip demon into human (Pictures by Crunchyroll)

She reveals that the person is somebody who turned Muzan right into a demon in Asakusa and that she has developed a drug that may flip demons into people. Muzan has absorbed this drug.

Muzan denies its existence, however Tamayo claims she accomplished it. Muzan assaults her, reminding her of her household’s demise.

Tamayo, crammed with remorse and willpower, declares that she intends to die with Muzan to atone, signaling for Himejima to assault.

Himejima assaults and smashes Muzan’s head. A flashback reveals Himejima’s first encounter with Ubuyashiki, who believed in his innocence.

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Ubuyashiki informs Himejima about Muzan’s assault (picture by Ufotable)

In one other flashback, Ubuyashiki informs Himejima of Muzan’s impending assault in 5 days and asks him to make use of Ubuyashiki as bait to defeat the Demon King.

Himejima is grateful for Ubuyashiki’s belief and displays on the household’s foresight.

The ultimate confrontation between Hashira and Tanjiro

Returning to the current, Ubuyashiki’s foresight proves right: Muzan won’t die by beheading; solely daylight can kill him.

As Muzan’s head recovers, Himejima is amazed at his energy, regardless of being weakened by Tamayo’s drugs.

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Muzan Kibutsuji’s physique burns and begins to regenerate (photographs by Ufotable)

Himejima realizes that Muzan has higher regeneration talents than different demons and decides to carry him off till dawn.

Muzan retaliates with blood whips, however Himejima effortlessly parries them.

Within the closing scenes of the Demon Slayer Hashira Coaching Arc finale, the opposite Hashira and Tanjiro arrive on the crime scene as Ubuyashiki had anticipated.

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Tanjiro Kamado, Inosuke Hashibira, and Zenitsu Agatsuma fall into Infinity Fort (Pictures by Crunchyroll)

Himejima tells them that Muzan won’t die even when his head is lower off.

United of their willpower, all of Hashira and Tanjiro got down to confront the Demon King. This marks the start of the Infinity Fort Arc and units the stage for an epic battle.

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Tanjiro challenges Muzan and proclaims his intention to kill him in Infinite Fort (Pictures by Crunchyroll)

In a dramatic twist, Muzan, decided to destroy all demon hunters, opens the Infinity Fort and teleports all of the hunters inside. Tanjiro bravely challenges Muzan and proclaims his resolve to kill him.

The finale is highly effective and emotional, showcasing the Hashira’s unwavering willpower and the lengths they’ll go to guard humanity.