This is a Beginner's Guide to Kimetsu no Yaiba for any fan, whether you are new to the series or just looking for some quick reminders.
Series Information
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Where can I watch the anime and movie?
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| You can watch both seasons and the movie on Crunchyroll, Funimation and Hulu. The series is also available on Netflix.
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What do I need to know before I watch the Mugen Train movie?
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| The movie takes place directly after the end of season 1 and covers the Mugen Train Arc.
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How are the seasons formatted in regards to the movie?
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| As mentioned above, the movie continues from the end of season 1. Season 2 is also a direct sequel to season 1, and you do not need to watch the movie before you watch season 2, as its first arc covers the exact same content as the movie. The second season's first cour is essentially an episodic rebroadcast of the movie, which then continues into the next arc (which was not in the movie) in its second cour.
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Which chapter of the manga does the anime end on?
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| Season 1 ends partway through Chapter 54, the movie ends at the end of Chapter 66, and season 2 ends at the end of Chapter 97.
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When's season 3 coming out?
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| Season 3 was announced on February 13, 2022, at the end of season 2's TV broadcast. It was recently confirmed to air in April 9 2023, with its first episode getting released with the last two episodes of the Entertainment District Arc as a pre-screening. It will be released in February 2023.
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World Information
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How does 'Breathing' work in Demon Slayer?
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| Breathing is a swordsmanship form used by the Demon Slayer Corps and allows the user to become stronger both physically and mentally by increasing the amount of oxygen in their body.
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How do Demons fight?
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| Demons become stronger by eating humans and can eventually develop supernatural powers called their Blood Demon Art. Each Blood Demon Art is different for every Demon.
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In what time period does Demon Slayer take place?
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| The Demon Slayer world is based in the Taisho Era (1912-1926) in Japan.
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What do birthmarks mean in Demon Slayer?
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| The Demon Slayer Marks are mysterious markings that may appear on strong Demon Slayers. Some Demon Slayers are born with them, as well. The Demon Slayer Marks grant the Demon Slayer various abilities that are useful in battle, however, they also shorten the lifespan of the user.
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Character Information
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How old is the main cast?
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| At the end of Season One, Tanjiro is 15, Nezuko is 14, Zenitsu is 16, and Inosuke is 15.
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Can Nezuko talk?
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| Nezuko is able to talk, but while she is a Demon, she stutters and has difficulty speaking.
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Who are the Hashira/Pillars?
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| The Hashira (or, Pillars) are the most powerful and top ranked warriors in the Demon Slayer Corps. There are nine members, and each Hashira uses a different breathing style.
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Who are the Twelve Kizuki/Twelve Demon Moons?
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| The Twelve Kizuki (or, Twelve Demon Moons) are the twelve most powerful Demons who serve directly under Muzan Kibutsuji. Each member has received a larger portion of Muzan's blood, which has greatly strengthened their powers. The Twelve Kizuki are separated into two groups: the Upper Ranks and the Lower Ranks.
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