Demon Slayer isn't perfect. The pacing sags occasionally and some characters are underwritten. But when it fires on all cylinders — as in Mugen Train — it reaches heights that few shows ever achieve. The flaws are forgiven.
Read full review →Demon Slayer creates a world with its own logic, history, and rules. Everything is internally consistent. The way humanity within monsters shapes the world's politics and relationships is incredibly thoughtful. the unexpected sympathy for villains is the payoff to years of setup.
Read full review →Demon Slayer has some filler episodes that slow the pacing. Get past them. The story arcs surrounding Hinokami are worth every minute of slower content. The best parts are genuinely great.
Read full review →Demon Slayer raises the bar for what anime can look like. The action sequences are choreographed and animated with a level of craft that live action can't match. the unexpected sympathy for villains is jaw-dropping every single time.
Read full review →Zenitsu Agatsuma's development across the series is one of the most convincing character journeys I've experienced. You understand every choice even when you disagree with it. the unexpected sympathy for villains makes the whole thing click.
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