Demon Slayer ends season 4 on the best note possible with a finale that succeeds in every way.
ThisDemon Slayerreview contains spoilers.
Demon SlayersHashira Training Arc season has been the most inconsequential and shortest of the series seasons.
A different adaptation approach may have helped this material shine better and feel more important.
It will be interesting to see this seasons reputation onceDemon Slayeris over and how often people revisit these episodes.
Its absolutely everything that audiences want out of aDemon Slayerepisode.
Ubuyashiki perishes, but he gets exactly what he wants.
The Hashira were already incredibly motivated to take out Muzan Kibutsuji, but now theyre united like never before.
The Hashira Unite makes a meal out of Ubuyashiki and Kibutsujis portentous rendezvous.
This creates an inherent barrier to the relationships catharsis that holds it back.
Its a major event in terms ofDemon Slayerlore, yet it could be even more powerful.
All this would hit much harder if Ubuyashiki was an active presence throughout the course of the anime.
This finale is largely about celebrating destructive action between some of the series strongest characters.
Its rich material forDemon Slayerto explore as it heads into its endgame.
Its extremely satisfying and helps bring many of the seasons themes and teachings together.
Kibutsuji is a character whos always been in control and the one who calls the shots.
It means so much to see him get genuinely surprised for once and not know whats going on.
Its exactly the key in of payoff thats required for a slower, introspective season like this.
Every Hashira contributes in their own way during this extended endurance duel.
However, Gyomei Himejimas vicious beatdown on Kibutsuji is particularly strong.
He presents such a dizzying combat style thats well worth the wait.
The Hashira Unite would have made for an incredibly rewarding series finale if Muzan Kibutsuji perished during this clash.
Demon Slayeris frequently celebrated for its eye-popping animation and The Hashira Unite really goes for broke in this regard.
Even the detailed animation during the melting of snowflakes is remarkable.
Every element of The Hashira Unite feels downright cinematic.
The Hashira Unite is a season finale that feels like a prelude to bigger things.
However, it definitely helps heighten this finale and maximize its suspense and excitement.
This episode is one of 2024s most satisfying anime accomplishments.
Rating:
5 out of 5
