Demon Slayer episode 4 immediately picks up where the previous episode left off – Tanjiro arrives at Muichiro Tokito’s dojo and witnesses the harsh sword training the Mist Hashira is putting the Demon Slayer Corps trainees into. We learn more about Muichiro and a few other things going on in the background.

The Mist Hashira’s Training Isn’t Really About Fighting

At first glance, Muichiro’s training seems to revolve around swordsmanship – a skill he has mastered as one of the best in the Demon Slaying Corps. However, a closer look at the lessons he relentlessly drills into the trainees reveals a different focus – survival. Muchiro’s goal is to eradicate every small mistake that could lead a trainee into a life-threatening situation. In his own words, his ultimate goal is “for them to survive, and if possible, live a long life.”

Mist > Serpent > Wind

Remember Obanai and Sanemi’s secret rendezvous to train each other? Well, Muichiro found out about it and decided to join in. As a welcome party, the Serpent and Wind Hashiras decided to 2v1 the newcomer but were surprised when Muichiro went on the offensive first and pushed the two back really hard.

The Mist Hashira didn’t come out unscathed, though. A trainee noted that he was still covered with sores and bruises in the morning. However, this quick exchange shows that Muichiro might be more skilled individually than Obanai or Sanemi.

An Unexpected Hobby

In one of the heartwarming moments of the episode, Tanjiro discovers that the Mist Hashira’s hobby is making and flying paper planes. A small competition between the two turned into a full afternoon of bonding over flying planes, as it was revealed that most of the trainees are also into the hobby (and better at it than Tanjiro).

Demon Slayer Episode 4 – Other Things Of Note

A conversation early in the episode with Muichiro reveals the worsening health of Ubuyashiki, the leader of the Demon Slayer Corps. We finally get a clearer glimpse of the Upper Demon Rank 4. We also find out that Nezuko is safely under the care of Urokodaki, the former Water Hashira. And finally, it is revealed that Mitsuri Kanroji, the Love Hashira, is Tanjiro’s next stop… and she owns a bee farm.

Also, those two black crows are the best.

Demon Slayer Episode 4 of Season 4 is currently streaming on Netflix.

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