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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Daki in Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle? The tragic life of the Upper Moon Six demon revealed
In Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, few antagonists leave as strong an impression as Daki. Introduced in the Entertainment District Arc, she's a demon of elegance, arrogance, and lethal skill, yet beneath her flawless façade lies a heartbreaking past. Serving as one half of the Upper Moon Six with her brother Gyutaro, Daki uses beauty and charm by day, and unmatched cruelty by night. Her battles against Tanjiro and the Demon Slayer Corps are as psychological as they are physical, and her ultimate fate leaves a lingering sadness. To truly understand Daki, we must first uncover her origins and powers. Daki's powers and abilities in Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Daki's signature weapon is her obi sash, which she controls with deadly precision. These sashes can slice through buildings, capture targets, and even store living people for later consumption. When fighting alongside Gyutaro, their coordination becomes nearly unbeatable, with Daki's flexible attacks and Gyutaro's poisonous strikes overwhelming even skilled Demon Slayers. Tragic backstory of Daki Long before becoming a demon, Daki was a girl named Ume, born into extreme poverty in the Entertainment District. After a violent incident with a samurai, she was burned alive, only to be found by her injured brother Gyutaro. The Upper Moon demon Doma turned them both into demons, binding them together in power and survival. Well Daki Upper Moon Six incredible beautiful 🥴#Demonslayer Daki's fate in the Demon Slayer franchise During the climactic battle in the Entertainment District Arc, Daki faces Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke. Despite her overwhelming abilities, the Demon Slayers coordinate to sever her head at the same moment Gyutaro is defeated. In death, the siblings share a bittersweet reconciliation before walking into the afterlife together, a haunting end to their story. Who is Daki in Demon Slayer? Daki is an Upper Moon Six demon serving under Muzan Kibutsuji, operating in the Entertainment District under the name Warabihime. By day, she's a celebrated oiran, captivating clients with grace and beauty. By night, she traps unsuspecting victims in her living obi sashes, storing them in hidden dimensions until she feeds. Her cruelty, often masked by charm, makes her one of the series' most dangerous foes.
Yahoo
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Nintendo Download: Space, Swords and Adventures Galore!
REDMOND, Wash., August 07, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This week's Nintendo Download includes the following content: Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: GRADIUS ORIGINS – Venture into deep space and face off against relentless alien forces in the GRADIUS ORIGINS collection, bringing together 17 versions of six arcade classics: GRADIUS, SALAMANDER, LIFE FORCE, GRADIUS II, GRADIUS III and SALAMANDER 2. This collection also includes the long-awaited GRADIUS III AM Show version, and a brand-new entry: SALAMANDER III. Pilot your ship through dangerous enemy lines, upgrade your weapons and master the intense, fast-paced gameplay that is the hallmark of the GRADIUS series. New gameplay features include rewind, save anywhere, reduced hit detection, invincible mode and more. GRADIUS ORIGINS launches on Nintendo Switch today. Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 – Destroy demons with the power of forged bonds! Play as Tanjiro and relive the Entertainment District Arc, the Swordsmith Village Arc and the Hashira Training Arc from the TV anime, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. Over 40 characters are available to choose from, including the nine Hashira – the highest-ranking swordsmen of the Demon Slayer Corps. New elements have been added, such as Dual Ultimates and Gear. Take on new challenges both online1 and offline with up to one other friend! Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is available now for Nintendo Switch. Chillin' by the Fire – In this campfire simulation game, players can build and maintain campfires in a variety of different relaxing locales including the beach, forest and snowy mountain tops. Combat differing weather and climate and grow your campfire to Level 10 to advance. Gather up to four friends or family members together around the fire, online or via GameShare2. In a world that's always rushing, slow down and reclaim the simple joy of just sitting around and watching a campfire grow with Chillin' by the Fire – available for the Nintendo Switch 2 system now! Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – The timeless non-linear RPG adventure makes its triumphant return as a full remake, featuring English voiceovers, original and rearranged compositions by series composer Kenji Ito and much more. Choose your main character from several protagonists, defend your empire in strategic battles and experience a story that responds to your choices. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available for Nintendo Switch 2 now. Demos: Drag x Drive: Global Jam – Nintendo is hosting a Drag x Drive: Global Jam demo event on Aug. 9 and 10! Nintendo Switch 2 players with Nintendo Switch Online memberships can download the demo and shoot hoops with friends for free during the following times: Aug. 9 from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m. PT, Aug. 9 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. PT and Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. PT. Practice your plays and tricks before the full Drag x Drive game launches on Aug. 14 for Nintendo Switch 2! Want to try before you buy? Start a seven-day free trial3 of Nintendo Switch Online today! Pre-orders: EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 – Every game is a challenge on your path to becoming an NFL legend. Bring authenticity to your gameplay with years of NFL game data including next-level coaching, QB authenticity and explosive gameplay. Pre-order the Standard Edition today on Nintendo eShop and receive the MUT Cover Athlete Elite Player Item, Franchise Coach Ability Points and Super Star Legendary XP Boost. EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition is also available for pre-order, giving you up to seven days of early access, exclusive solo challenges and all items from the standard edition pre-order! Dominate the league when EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 launches on Aug. 14 for Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo Music: Pilot Swings – Are you ready to take flight? Get ready to soar as the soundtracks for Pilotwings, Pilotwings 64 and Pilotwings Resort glide onto Nintendo Music4, the smart-device app for Nintendo soundtracks! Keep yourself composed with the jazzy sounds of "The Flight Club," "Birdman" and many more jet-setting tunes. For more info, visit: Activities: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Summer Journey Sweepstakes – Get ready for your next summer outing! Enter for a chance to win a pack of exclusive themed goodies from Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO with the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Summer Journey Sweepstakes5! This sweepstakes ends on Sept. 3 at 11 p.m. PT. For more information, visit Nintendo eShop sales on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: Save on Multiplayer Games During the Play Together Sale! – Gather friends and family and share good times with games for the Nintendo Switch system! From now until Aug. 17 at 11:59 p.m. PT, find great deals on select multiplayer6 games when you shop on or Nintendo eShop on your device. For more information and to view the full list of games, visit Also new this week on Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch: Action Pack 2 Arcade Archives FIELD DAY Birthday of Horrors Buried Alive: Breathless Rescue & Whittingham Asylum: The Investigation CASE RECORDS: Fear of Abduction – Available Aug. 8 Cats on Duty Cozy Cooking: Tiny Tastes Death Kid + There's a Gun in the Office Bundle Debug Deadline Drakkar Crew Dreaming in Cherry Blossoms, I Fall in Love with You EGGCONSOLE Xak Precious Package: The Tower of Gazzel PC-8801mkIISR Fate/hollow ataraxia REMASTERED Faye Falling – Available Aug. 13 Fruitbus Harvest Moon: Skytree Village Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley Hit! Spin! Watermelon Party JALECOlle Famicom Ver. Saiyuuki World II - The Demon God of Heaven - & WHOMP'EM Magibrick Mortal Glory 2 – Available Aug. 8 MOTTAINAI GHOST Mystery Hotel: Hidden Objects Pokettohiro Pro Virtual Racing – Available Aug. 8 Radiant: Guardians of Light Ritual of Raven Slopecrashers Smashy Cannon Sneaky Claws The Edge of Allegoria THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake Toree Saturn – Available Aug. 8 Twin Fighters X Windborn – Wings of Fate Zooparasite – Available Aug. 8 For news and updates on all things Nintendo, you can also check out the free Nintendo Today! smart-device app. Whether it's news about games, info about your favorite characters, or videos and comic strips — you'll get personalized fun every day. 1 Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. 2 Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the GameChat session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the chat ends. Nintendo Switch 2 and GameChat required for each user engaging in GameShare via GameChat. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. During the GameChat open-access period, GameChat can be used without a membership. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. 3 Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Free trial automatically converts to 1-month auto-renewing membership at the then-current price unless automatic renewal is turned off by the end of the free trial. Credit card/PayPal account required for 18+. Free trial cannot be redeemed for a Nintendo Switch Online – Expansion Pack membership nor by a Nintendo Account with an active Individual Membership or Family Membership. Persistent Internet, compatible smartphone and Nintendo Account age 13+ required to access some online features on the app, including voice chat. Data charges may apply. Online features, Save Data Cloud and Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app features available in compatible games. Not available in all countries. The Nintendo Account User Agreement, including the Purchase and Subscription terms, apply. 4 Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required. Not available in all countries. Internet and compatible smart-device required to use app. Data charges may apply. Terms apply. 5 NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 13 years old or older. Sweepstakes begins 5:00 p.m. PT on 7/30/2025 and ends at 11:00 p.m. PT on 9/3/2025. To enter, you must (1) have a Nintendo Account (if you do not have a Nintendo Account you can register for one at (2) visit (2) visit (3) sign in to your Nintendo Account, and (4) redeem 10 Platinum Points per entry at the My Nintendo Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Summer Journey Sweepstakes page ( as stated in Official Rules. There will be three (3) winners. Each winner will receive one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Packable Anorak jacket (sizes S – XL) (ARV $44.99 USD), one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Insulated Folding Market Tote (ARV $32.99 USD), one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Tumbler with Lid (Set of 2) ($59.98 USD) and one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Glass Carafe (ARV $26.99 USD). Total ARV of all prizes: $494.85 USD. A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply ( Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Details and restrictions apply. For Official Rules, visit . Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052. 6 Additional games, systems and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Games, systems and some accessories sold separately. MORE ABOUT… NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership service that allows members to team up or face off online in compatible Nintendo Switch games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Splatoon 3, and Nintendo Switch 2 games like Mario Kart World. Members also enjoy a curated library of classic NES, Super NES and Game Boy games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, among many others. Nintendo Switch 2 players can use the GameChat feature to connect with friends through voice, video or screen sharing (terms and requirements apply, visit Those without a Nintendo Switch Online membership can still join the fun during the Open-Access Period, ending March 31, 2026. Additionally, members can access the Nintendo Music smart-device app to stream or download Nintendo soundtracks, create playlists, browse music by different categories and more. To find out more about the benefits that come with Nintendo Switch Online, to view membership options and to learn about a free seven-day trial for new users, visit NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE + EXPANSION PACK With a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, players get access to even more benefits, including a library of Nintendo 64 games with added online play for up to four players (additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode; sold separately), a library of select Game Boy Advance games, retro SEGA Genesis games, Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Happy Home Paradise DLC, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC and Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion DLC (full version of game required to use DLC for that game; sold separately). Nintendo Switch 2 players can also access a library of classic Nintendo GameCube games, enhanced features for compatible Nintendo 64 games and upgrade packs for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (full version of games required to use content for that game; sold separately). NINTENDO eSHOP Nintendo eShop is a digital store that features a wide variety of content, including new and classic games, applications and demos. Users can add money to their account balances by using a credit card or purchasing a Nintendo eShop Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card. All funds from one card must be loaded in Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch family of systems or Nintendo Switch 2. Customers in the U.S. and Canada ages 18 and older can also link a PayPal account to their Nintendo Account to purchase digital games and content for the Nintendo Switch family of systems or Nintendo Switch 2 both on-device and from the Nintendo website. PARENTAL CONTROLS AND MORE Remember that Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 both feature parental controls that let adults manage the content and features their children can access, including GameChat. Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 players who register a Nintendo Account gain access to free-to-start games and free game demos from Nintendo eShop, and also get the latest news and information direct from Nintendo. For more information about parental controls and other features, visit or Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please register on the site. 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Business Wire
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Nintendo Download: Space, Swords and Adventures Galore!
REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This week's Nintendo Download includes the following content: Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: GRADIUS ORIGINS – Venture into deep space and face off against relentless alien forces in the GRADIUS ORIGINS collection, bringing together 17 versions of six arcade classics: GRADIUS, SALAMANDER, LIFE FORCE, GRADIUS II, GRADIUS III and SALAMANDER 2. This collection also includes the long-awaited GRADIUS III AM Show version, and a brand-new entry: SALAMANDER III. Pilot your ship through dangerous enemy lines, upgrade your weapons and master the intense, fast-paced gameplay that is the hallmark of the GRADIUS series. New gameplay features include rewind, save anywhere, reduced hit detection, invincible mode and more. GRADIUS ORIGINS launches on Nintendo Switch today. Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 – Destroy demons with the power of forged bonds! Play as Tanjiro and relive the Entertainment District Arc, the Swordsmith Village Arc and the Hashira Training Arc from the TV anime, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. Over 40 characters are available to choose from, including the nine Hashira – the highest-ranking swordsmen of the Demon Slayer Corps. New elements have been added, such as Dual Ultimates and Gear. Take on new challenges both online 1 and offline with up to one other friend! Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is available now for Nintendo Switch. Chillin' by the Fire – In this campfire simulation game, players can build and maintain campfires in a variety of different relaxing locales including the beach, forest and snowy mountain tops. Combat differing weather and climate and grow your campfire to Level 10 to advance. Gather up to four friends or family members together around the fire, online or via GameShare 2. In a world that's always rushing, slow down and reclaim the simple joy of just sitting around and watching a campfire grow with Chillin' by the Fire – available for the Nintendo Switch 2 system now! Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – The timeless non-linear RPG adventure makes its triumphant return as a full remake, featuring English voiceovers, original and rearranged compositions by series composer Kenji Ito and much more. Choose your main character from several protagonists, defend your empire in strategic battles and experience a story that responds to your choices. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available for Nintendo Switch 2 now. Demos: Drag x Drive: Global Jam – Nintendo is hosting a Drag x Drive: Global Jam demo event on Aug. 9 and 10! Nintendo Switch 2 players with Nintendo Switch Online memberships can download the demo and shoot hoops with friends for free during the following times: Aug. 9 from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m. PT, Aug. 9 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. PT and Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. PT. Practice your plays and tricks before the full Drag x Drive game launches on Aug. 14 for Nintendo Switch 2! Want to try before you buy? Start a seven-day free trial 3 of Nintendo Switch Online today! Pre-orders: EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 – Every game is a challenge on your path to becoming an NFL legend. Bring authenticity to your gameplay with years of NFL game data including next-level coaching, QB authenticity and explosive gameplay. Pre-order the Standard Edition today on Nintendo eShop and receive the MUT Cover Athlete Elite Player Item, Franchise Coach Ability Points and Super Star Legendary XP Boost. EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition is also available for pre-order, giving you up to seven days of early access, exclusive solo challenges and all items from the standard edition pre-order! Dominate the league when EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 launches on Aug. 14 for Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo Music: Pilot Swings – Are you ready to take flight? Get ready to soar as the soundtracks for Pilotwings, Pilotwings 64 and Pilotwings Resort glide onto Nintendo Music 4, the smart-device app for Nintendo soundtracks! Keep yourself composed with the jazzy sounds of 'The Flight Club,' 'Birdman' and many more jet-setting tunes. For more info, visit: Activities: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Summer Journey Sweepstakes – Get ready for your next summer outing! Enter for a chance to win a pack of exclusive themed goodies from Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO with the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Summer Journey Sweepstakes 5! This sweepstakes ends on Sept. 3 at 11 p.m. PT. For more information, visit Nintendo eShop sales on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: Save on Multiplayer Games During the Play Together Sale! – Gather friends and family and share good times with games for the Nintendo Switch system! From now until Aug. 17 at 11:59 p.m. PT, find great deals on select multiplayer 6 games when you shop on or Nintendo eShop on your device. For more information and to view the full list of games, visit Also new this week on Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch: For news and updates on all things Nintendo, you can also check out the free Nintendo Today! smart-device app. Whether it's news about games, info about your favorite characters, or videos and comic strips — you'll get personalized fun every day. 1 Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. 2 Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the GameChat session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the chat ends. Nintendo Switch 2 and GameChat required for each user engaging in GameShare via GameChat. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. During the GameChat open-access period, GameChat can be used without a membership. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. 3 Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Free trial automatically converts to 1-month auto-renewing membership at the then-current price unless automatic renewal is turned off by the end of the free trial. Credit card/PayPal account required for 18+. Free trial cannot be redeemed for a Nintendo Switch Online – Expansion Pack membership nor by a Nintendo Account with an active Individual Membership or Family Membership. Persistent Internet, compatible smartphone and Nintendo Account age 13+ required to access some online features on the app, including voice chat. Data charges may apply. Online features, Save Data Cloud and Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app features available in compatible games. Not available in all countries. The Nintendo Account User Agreement, including the Purchase and Subscription terms, apply. 4 Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required. Not available in all countries. Internet and compatible smart-device required to use app. Data charges may apply. Terms apply. 5 NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 13 years old or older. Sweepstakes begins 5:00 p.m. PT on 7/30/2025 and ends at 11:00 p.m. PT on 9/3/2025. To enter, you must (1) have a Nintendo Account (if you do not have a Nintendo Account you can register for one at (2) visit (2) visit (3) sign in to your Nintendo Account, and (4) redeem 10 Platinum Points per entry at the My Nintendo Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Summer Journey Sweepstakes page ( as stated in Official Rules. There will be three (3) winners. Each winner will receive one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Packable Anorak jacket (sizes S – XL) (ARV $44.99 USD), one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Insulated Folding Market Tote (ARV $32.99 USD), one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Tumbler with Lid (Set of 2) ($59.98 USD) and one (1) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Glass Carafe (ARV $26.99 USD). Total ARV of all prizes: $494.85 USD. A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply ( Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Details and restrictions apply. For Official Rules, visit Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052. 6 Additional games, systems and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Games, systems and some accessories sold separately. MORE ABOUT… NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership service that allows members to team up or face off online in compatible Nintendo Switch games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Splatoon 3, and Nintendo Switch 2 games like Mario Kart World. Members also enjoy a curated library of classic NES, Super NES and Game Boy games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, among many others. Nintendo Switch 2 players can use the GameChat feature to connect with friends through voice, video or screen sharing (terms and requirements apply, visit Those without a Nintendo Switch Online membership can still join the fun during the Open-Access Period, ending March 31, 2026. Additionally, members can access the Nintendo Music smart-device app to stream or download Nintendo soundtracks, create playlists, browse music by different categories and more. To find out more about the benefits that come with Nintendo Switch Online, to view membership options and to learn about a free seven-day trial for new users, visit NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE + EXPANSION PACK With a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, players get access to even more benefits, including a library of Nintendo 64 games with added online play for up to four players (additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode; sold separately), a library of select Game Boy Advance games, retro SEGA Genesis games, Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Happy Home Paradise DLC, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC and Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion DLC (full version of game required to use DLC for that game; sold separately). Nintendo Switch 2 players can also access a library of classic Nintendo GameCube games, enhanced features for compatible Nintendo 64 games and upgrade packs for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (full version of games required to use content for that game; sold separately). NINTENDO eSHOP Nintendo eShop is a digital store that features a wide variety of content, including new and classic games, applications and demos. Users can add money to their account balances by using a credit card or purchasing a Nintendo eShop Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card. All funds from one card must be loaded in Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch family of systems or Nintendo Switch 2. Customers in the U.S. and Canada ages 18 and older can also link a PayPal account to their Nintendo Account to purchase digital games and content for the Nintendo Switch family of systems or Nintendo Switch 2 both on-device and from the Nintendo website. PARENTAL CONTROLS AND MORE Remember that Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 both feature parental controls that let adults manage the content and features their children can access, including GameChat. Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 players who register a Nintendo Account gain access to free-to-start games and free game demos from Nintendo eShop, and also get the latest news and information direct from Nintendo. For more information about parental controls and other features, visit or Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please register on the site.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rengoku's lasting impact on Tanjiro in Demon Slayer
Credits: Crunchyroll Kyojuro Rengoku , the spirited Flame Hashira introduced in the Mugen Train Arc , becomes a pivotal figure in Tanjiro Kamado 's journey. In just one fateful encounter on the train, Rengoku's boundless energy and unwavering honor profoundly impacted the young Demon Slayer . As one reviewer notes, 'Rengoku undeniably had the most influence on Tanjiro's character in such a short span of time'. Through his bravery and the wisdom he imparts in his final moments (for example, insisting that 'growing old and dying is what gives meaning and beauty to a human life' ), Rengoku inspires Tanjiro to treasure life's fragility and grow stronger. Voice actor Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro's Japanese VA) has said that Tanjiro 'often recalls Rengoku's words to stay resilient'– a testament to how the Flame Hashira's lesson of courage lives on in the hero's heart even after his death. A fiery mentor in the Mugen Train Arc In the Mugen Train story, Rengoku arrives as a mentor-like figure. His blazing fight against the dream-demon Enmu and then the Upper-Rank demon Akaza leaves Tanjiro awestruck. Rengoku's fearless example – smiling while protecting passengers and declaring 'no matter how devastated you feel, just set your heart ablaze ' – pushes Tanjiro to hone his own skills. After Rengoku sacrifices himself, Tanjiro and his friends bury him, and Tanjiro vows to live up to Rengoku's ideals. Credits: Crunchyroll The emotional weight of Rengoku's sacrifice is captured in Tanjiro's tears and vow for revenge, but more importantly in his resolve to keep moving forward. As Hanae explains, Tanjiro considers Rengoku 'very much still alive' in his heart, using the fallen Hashira's spirited words as a source of strength. In effect, Rengoku's fiery spirit becomes a guiding force, making Tanjiro a better swordsman and solidifying his determination to protect others. Mentorship echoes in the Entertainment District Even in the Entertainment District Arc , where Rengoku does not physically appear, his legacy is clearly felt. One striking moment comes early in this arc: Tanjiro faithfully delivers Kyojuro's last message to his family. In fact, episode scripts note Tanjiro 'visits the Rengoku residence to deliver Kyojuro's last message'. This poignant scene underscores Tanjiro's deep respect and affection for his mentor – Rengoku's memory now touches Tanjiro's life off the battlefield as well. The act of carrying Rengoku's letter by hand shows that Rengoku's influence has become part of Tanjiro's very honor and personal code. Credits: Crunchyroll On the battlefield in Yoshiwara, Tanjiro's fighting style also bears Rengoku's imprint. During the brutal battle against the Upper-Rank demons Daki and Gyutaro, Tanjiro fights with a redoubled spirit that echoes Rengoku's passion. Although Tanjiro wields the Hinokami Kagura (Sun Breathing) technique rather than Flame Breathing, fans often note how Tanjiro's fiery determination in this arc reflects lessons from Rengoku's example. After prevailing, Tanjiro emerges still driven by the Flame Hashira's words. As Natsuki Hanae puts it, 'every time Tanjiro remembers Rengoku's words, it moves me' – showing how Rengoku's mentorship has permanently shaped Tanjiro's resolve. A forged legacy in the Swordsmith Village Arc The Swordsmith Village Arc brings Rengoku's legacy into full view through symbols and family ties. Early on, Tanjiro must explain the damage to his sword and forge a new one. Remarkably, Rengoku's own old sword literally saves a life: in one episode, Kotetsu (the Mist Hashira) survives a deadly demon strike because he holds onto Rengoku's old sword hilt , which Tanjiro then uses to craft his next blade. The article explains that 'the strike to [Kotetsu's] chest was actually blocked by Rengoku's sword hilt that Tanjiro made him hold onto to use for Tanjiro's next sword'. In other words, Rengoku's weapon – and thus his spirit – live on in Tanjiro's new Nichirin sword. This powerful image shows Rengoku protecting the Demon Slayers even after death, as the Hashira 'continues to be one of the major standouts' whose impact resonates. Credits: IMDb Moreover, the new sword marked with Rengoku's hilt symbolizes Tanjiro carrying the Flame Hashira's ideals forward. In Swordsmith Village, Tanjiro also meets Rengoku's family, deepening his connection to Rengoku's memory. Other characters echo this influence: the Mist Hashira Muichiro remembers how Rengoku inspired him and many peers. As one review notes, Rengoku 'was likely the key member of the Hashira that helped the others along. He's still managed to influence things from beyond the grave thanks to his impact on everyone'. Tanjiro, in turn, internalizes this legacy. Even Rengoku's voice actor remarks that watching those flashbacks brings him to tears, saying Rengoku is 'a huge presence' – not just for Tanjiro, but for the entire Demon Slayer Corps. In the end, Tanjiro's growth carries the flame kindled by Rengoku. From the selfless courage Rengoku showed on the Mugen Train to the way Tanjiro honors him in later arcs, Rengoku's legacy remains a constant influence. Tanjiro's journey – through the Entertainment District and Swordsmith Village arcs and beyond – is indelibly shaped by the Flame Hashira's example. Rengoku's spirit lives on in every lesson Tanjiro learns and every battle he fights, lighting the way for a young hero who carries his mentor's fiery heart into the future Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
