Who is the Strongest Demon Slayer of All Time? The First Demon Slayer Explained

Yoriichi Tsugikuni was the most powerful demon slayer - born a prodigy with unique abilities & Demon Slayer Mark. Yoriichi invented Breathing Styles, including Sun Breathing, which revolutionized fighting techniques in Demon Slayer. Yoriichi almost killed the feared demon Muzan, instilling terror in all demons; his legacy lives on through Tanjiro posthumously.
Demon Slayer is filled with a number of experienced fighters who relentlessly slay demons every chance they get. From the overpowered Hashira to the protagonist Tanjiro himself, the series is rife with strong heroes for fans to admire. However, some viewers may be unaware of the legacy of Yoriichi Tsugikuni, Demon Slayer's strongest hero.
Yoriichi was the original demon slayer, who all others descended from. Without him, Breathing Styles would not exist, and Tanjiro's story would have turned out differently. Yoriichi's past is riddled with action, terrifying demon encounters, and unbelievable skill on the battlefield.
He has appeared in the series a few times,...
Demon Slayer is filled with a number of experienced fighters who relentlessly slay demons every chance they get. From the overpowered Hashira to the protagonist Tanjiro himself, the series is rife with strong heroes for fans to admire. However, some viewers may be unaware of the legacy of Yoriichi Tsugikuni, Demon Slayer's strongest hero.
Yoriichi was the original demon slayer, who all others descended from. Without him, Breathing Styles would not exist, and Tanjiro's story would have turned out differently. Yoriichi's past is riddled with action, terrifying demon encounters, and unbelievable skill on the battlefield.
He has appeared in the series a few times,...
- 5/24/2024
- by Lauren Kells
- ScreenRant
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