However, because the animation is the most captivating aspect of the anime, its narrative is often overlooked.

OtherShonenanime also eventually reveal elements that tie their protagonists to a predestined journey since their birth.

However,Demon Slayerdoes a commendable job of abandoning this trope.

Itadori as seen in the season two of Jujutsu Kaisen anime

This highlights thatTanjiros growth as a Demon Slayer stems from his kind nature and unwavering will to protect others.

The key toTanjiros ability to use the Sun Breathing techniquelies in his observant nature.

Thus, itimplies that Sun Breathing is taught rather than something one is born with.

Demon Slayer’s Tanjiro, crying in the Mugen Train film.

This once again highlights that Tanjiro isnt inherently special, but rather a highly observant and dedicated learner.

The franchise includes a manga, anime TV series, films, video games, and spin-offs.

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Luffy in One Piece Film Red and Tanjiro in Demon Slayer Mugen Train

Naruto Tanjiro Kamado Gojo Satoru custom cover image by Lauren Kells

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019) anime poster

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