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Tanjiro, near death against Rui on Mt. Natagumo, unconsciously channels the Hinokami Kagura (Dance of the Fire God) breathing technique passed from his father. The transformation in his power is staggering — and the animation accompanying it became legendary.
Giyu faces the Father Spider Demon and Shinobu faces the Daughter Spider Demon — the first time both Hashira fight on screen. The gap between a Demon Slayer Corps member and a Hashira becomes viscerally clear.
Kyojuro Rengoku fights Akaza, Upper Moon Three, to protect everyone on the Mugen Train. Rengoku refuses to become a demon, holds Akaza to a draw at the cost of his life, and dies smiling at sunrise. It shattered the fandom.
Tengen Uzui unleashes his Sound Breathing Fifth Form — Stringed Performance — against Gyutaro, finally beheading the Upper Moon. Tanjiro and Inosuke simultaneously behead Daki. The coordinated finale is one of the most spectacular sequences in the series.
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