Welcome back everyone! Today, we'll be doing our first request character! Our next Guest in the Hollow Night is Tanjiro Kamado, a member of the Demon Slayer Corps and the main protagonist of the title anime, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.

The requested character is from Unicorn 359. I hope you'll enjoy this chapter along with the other readers. Just know I won't always do requests, but if you do have one, feel free to leave it in a review or PM about it. No promises future requests will get in, but if it's a character I know about, I'll consider it.

When I heard that Demon Slayer was similar to Shakugan no Shana, in addition to hearing about the game, and when I saw it on Hulu in English Dub, I took the time to watch the series and I REALLY enjoyed it! I saw Season 1, The Mugen Train Arc (The ending actually brought me to tears) and recently finished The Entertainment District Arc. I really liked the protagonists which include Nezuko, Zenitsu, Inosuke, Rengoku, Uzui and so many others. It also has villains you love like Akaza, love to hate like Daki or even straight up hate like the overarching villain Muzan Kibutsuchi.

Of course, we can't forget Tanjiro Kamado, the main protagonist of the series. The kid has been through a lot, from losing his family to Muzan and having to help his surviving sister, Nezuko, find a way to turn back into a human. He went through so many trials and tribulations which includes fighting powerful demons like Rui, Enmu, Daki and Gyutaro. While he can be formidable with his rock hard skull, his sense of smell and his Hinokami Kagura abilty, Tanjiro is quite different from other Shonen Jump Protagonists, including Deku from My Hero Academia and Asta from Black Clover. While the big three Shonen Jump Heroes Son Goku, Naruto Uzumaki and Monkey D. Luffy may have an off day when fighting most of the tougher villains like Kid Buu, Madara Uchiha and Mr. 0 Crocodile, by the end of the day, they're still incredibly OVERPOWERED protagonist characters you don't want to mess around with. Tanjiro ISN'T an overpowered hero, heck, Deku and Asta get some OP moves later down the road. I finished the Entertainment District Arc (back in September) and that was one HELL of a battle!

Even though he can be ruthless and determined toward his enemies, he also has a HUGE heart and even shows sympathy toward some of the defeated demons like Susumaru, Rui and even the Upper 6 Siblings. He's overall a good protagonist and it's a shame he didn't appear in Jump Force (yes, I am aware Demon Slayer was relatively new at the time, but he and Nezuko could have been DLC though).

Anyway, this was a little tricky to do, especially in regards to Nezuko, who's generally with him 90% of the time. While Nezuko is a loving sister and a trustworthy ally, even as a demon, the catch is that she's NOT allowed to harm humans at all! Specifically, she can't eat humans. If she ever does, the Demon Slayer Corps will kill her, along with Tanjiro, Giyu and Urokodaki committing Sepuku if she does.

Strangely in the Demon Slayer fighting game by Cyberconet2, Nezuko (Both Base and Awakened Forms) CAN fight human characters. A friend mentioned that when she fights human characters in the game, it's considered sparring and not to the death battles compared to fighting the evil demon characters. So, it might be tricky since even though 17 of the 21 characters are In-Births, they're still human. Eltnum and Akatsuki are also human. The only Non-Human characters are Vatista and Merkava and even then, they still have human traits. So, I'll try to make Nezuko work in the story to the best of my ability along with Tanjiro.

With that, let's see how the Kamado siblings go through the Hollow Night. Also, there will be major spoilers Post-Entertainment District Arc, please take warning.


Tanjiro Kamado

Child of Brightness

Sex: Male

D.O.B.: July 14

Height: 165 cm/5'5"

Weight: 61 kg/134 lbs.

Blood Type: Unknown

Ability: The "EXS" of Sun Breathing: Hinokami Kagura

Weapon: Nichirin Sword


Original Series: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Manga/Anime) from Shonen Jump.

Tanjiro VA: Natsuki Hanae

Nezuko VA: Akari Kitō

Appearance: Tanjiro wears the standard Demon Slayer Corps uniform, a dark-brown gakuran jacket, a white belt, baggy chocho zubon pants that extend into tabi socks, a pair of zōri with red straps, and bands of white cloth wrapped tightly around his calves resembling kyahan. Over the uniform, he wears a checked black and sea foam green haori and wears hanafuda earrings. He also carries a large wooden box on his back, wear his sister, Nezuko, rests until she's needed.


Animations

Intro 1: Tanjiro breathes calmly before drawing his blade and getting into his fighting stance.

Intro 2: Nezuko stands besides Tanjiro before she jumps off-screen at her brother's request, before getting into his fighting.

Round Loss: Gets up onto one knee with his sword planted in the ground while he is breathing in and out to use focus breathing to heal himself.

Time Over Loss: Falls to both of his knees, exhausted from the difficult battle. If Nezuko was unconscious, she pushes herself up with both hands on the ground.

Round Victory: Clutches his hand before holding his sword up in determination.

Round Victory (Nezuko Unconscious): Tanjiro turns to Nezuko in worry as she gets up and gives him a reassuring look, relieving Tanjiro to an extent.

Match Victory: Tanjiro sheaths his sword as Nezuko runs up to him. Tanjiro smiles at Nezuko, with his sister returning the gesture.

Match Victory (Nezuko Unconscious): Tanjiro drops his sword and runs over to Nezuko, who wakes up. Tanjiro kneels next to her and hugs her in relief with Nezuko returning the hug.

Victory Screen Quotes

Victory Screen Portrait: Tanjiro smiles calmly while Nezuko stands next to him.

Generic 1: "Don't forget this feeling! Find a breathing and sword-fighting style that works for you!"

Generic 2: "Water Breathing and Hinokami Kagura... I'm getting the hang of combining breathing styles!"

Generic 3: "Keep it up. Never stop thinking about how to get stronger."

Generic 4: "That backlash was intense... I'm still not used to these techniques."

Generic 5: "No one can break the bond that Nezuko and I share!"

Vs. Hyde: "I can tell you didn't want to get caught up in this, but you're willing to do what's right and protect those close to you. I can relate to that."

Vs. Linne: "It must have been hard... having to reincarnate against your will so many times. I hope you can overcome that tragic spell someday."

Vs. Carmine: "I never thought I would meet another human who just wants to fight other people for the sake of fighting. Anyway, Nezuko is getting anxious from all this blood, I better get her away from you..."

Vs. Gordeau: "That scythe was dangerous with it's range and strength! It was tough closing the gap, but I was able to overcome it! You might even give Inosuke a run for his money!"

Vs. Vatista: "You're not a demon and even though you're not human, I can tell you have a human soul somehow. I can smell it."

Vs. Merkava: "Voids really are not that different from demons and yet... you're trying your best to not give into the beast within you. I can tell that Nezuko understands you."

Vs. Seth: "I smelled all the blood you spilled, that was how I was able to sense you. I refuse to let you assassinate me and Nezuko!"

Vs. Hilda: "I never thought I'd meet a human who's just as ruthless as Kibutsuji! Fortunately, you're not a demon like him, so I won't kill you. What I will do is turn you into the police so you won't hurt anymore people."

Vs. Wagner: "While I'll admit your mastery over flames is impressive, you lack the heart that the Flame Hashira, Kyōjurō Rengoku, had. Without that, you'll never grow further as a person or a swordswoman."

Vs. Eltnum: "What the...? You're saying things that sound strange. Just who are you?"

Vs. Akatsuki: "Wow! I thought Zenitsu was fast! You're able to match him and then some! No wonder they call you "The Indomitable Thunder God"!"

Victory Screen Quotes Against Tanjiro

Hyde: "Water and Flames used in a single fighting style? That's something you don't see everyday. That aside... why is your sister wearing a muzzle? Is that her thing or something?"

Linne: "I can tell a demon when I see one. I'll let her go this time, but if she ever eats a human, I will put her out of her misery. Remember that..."

Carmine: "Normally I'd crack a remark at your expense, but that girl's looking crazed and... is she drooling!? She's also breathing heavily? Uh... I'll just be leaving then... (What a weird chick!)"

Gordeau: "You two are definitely a force to be reckoned with! Maybe next time, I'll bring a friend with me to make it an even fight with you two."

Vatista: "I have heard of demons in ancient legends before. The progenator is one "Muzan Kibutsuchi", but information on him is unknown. The question remains: Why are the two of you here?"

Merkava: "The demon girl with you is a kindred spirit. Therefore, I must ask her this: how does she resist the beast within her instead of giving into it?"

Seth: "With this, the demon will perish by the rising sun. Return to your normal life and forget this unfortunate soul ever existed."

Hilda: "How unfortunate that you won't live to see your sister rise through the ranks. Don't worry, I'll make sure she becomes the most powerful Demon she was meant to be! All in Amnesia's name!"

Wagner: "Those flames! They bear the heat of the sun itself! Where did you learn that boy? Answer me quickly before I lose my temper!"

Eltnum: "You and your sister will triumph eventually. Just keep moving forward and don't give up. Just because you're rookies in Shonen Jump's ranks doesn't mean you should lie down and let Muzan run free!"

Akatsuki: "A sword style that utilizes water and flames, in addition to having a sister with blood that explodes on her command? What a rather unusual, yet effective combination."

Super Attacks

EXS Attack - Hinokami Kagura: Dance: Tanjiro charges forth, unleashing a flurry of sword slashes combining Water and Sun Breathing techniques. If the attack connects or if the opponent doesn't block the final hit, Tanjiro will land a final hit that cause an explosion on the opponent for extra damage.

Infinite Worth - Blood Demon Art: Exploding Blood: Nezuko suddenly charges forth from off-screen with a flying kick. If it's blocked, it will send the opponent flying in a stunned state while Nezuko retreats. If the kick connects, the opponent will stagger as Nezuko cuts her palms with her clawed nails before slashing the opponent up with her blood infused claws before slamming the opponent down with an overhead kick. After leaping away and landing near Tanjiro, Nezuko clenches her hand, causing the opponent to explode from her blood. Nezuko then leaves, letting Tanjiro resume the fight.

Infinite Worth EXS - Hinokami Kagura: Burning Bones, Summer Sun: Once the Flash Field connects, Tanjiro proceeds to unleash a relentless barrage of sword slashes that combine Water and Sun Breathing. On the final hit, using solely Hinokami Kagura, Tanjiro flies through the opponent in a tornado of scorching flames, causing the opponent to co,e crashing back down while Tanjiro lands safely.

Unique Traits

Nezuko Guage: Above Tanjiro's EXS Super Meter is a special yellow colored Guage that shows how often you can call his sister, Nezuko, to assit you. The meter starts off at 100%, but the meter depletes every time you use a specific move. The meter will regenerate over time, but if Nezuko gets hit during certain moves, Nezuko will be stunned and forced to retreat, causing the Guage to turn purple and recharge slowly for a brief period. Every time you activate a Chain Shift, 25% of the Guage will be restored.

If the Nezuko Guage is empty, you can not use any of her skills until 50% of the Guage is restored. Lastly, if Nezuko is hit when the Guage is empty, Nezuko will fall unconscious and remain that way until you activate a Chain Shift or use Tanjiro's Infinite Worth Super, either of which will revive her and restore the Guage. The following skills are tied to the Nezuko Guage and must be activated with Command Inputs with the EXS Button (The only move that isn't tied to the Nezuko Guage is the Infinite Worth, "Blood Demon Art: Exploding Blood".):

1. Flying Kick (Cost: 25%): Nezuko jumps in the air over Tanjiro and quickly dashes toward her enemy. Once she gets near the opponent uninterrupted, she then backflips using the momentum to kick her opponent high into the air, which can potentially set up an opening for a combo.

2. Crazy Scratching (Cost: 50%): Nezuko charges past Tanjiro and unleashes a rampage of overlapping slashes with her nails covered with the crimson-pink flames of her Blood Demon Art on the opponent until it finishes with a larger X-shaped slash with both her arms.

3. Exploding Blood Strike (Cost: 75%): Nezuko lunges forward, going past the opponent and performs a knife hand thrust that leaves a trail of pink flames between herself and Tanjiro. The opponent will be lunched into the flames for additional damage if they get hit by Nezuko's knife hand thrust. They can avoid it by blocking or jumping away from Nezuko. The opponent will take damage if they jump into the flames or chip damage by blocking the fire.

4. Nezuko to the Rescue (Cost: 100%): At the expense of the entire meter and not being able to use the Guage for a while, Nezuko will rush in a pull Tanjiro away from the opponent harming him. The move will only activate when Tanjiro is sustaining damage. It's useful and can ruin a combo on the opponent's end. It can be used on the ground and the air. This is the ONLY move where Nezuko will not take damage. Sadly, it won't protect you from Infinite Worth EXS unless...

5. For my Brother (Cost: 100%): If you activate the same move if Tanjiro is hit by the Flash Field for an Infinite Worth EXS, Nezuko will throw Tanjiro to safety before the move activates, with her taking the Super Attack in Tanjiro's place. Once the move ends, Nezuko will fall unconscious, but she can't be revived until next round. This means you can't use ANY of Nezuko's abilities for the rest of the round, but Tanjiro will gain a brief power up state to compensate. ONLY USE IT IF YOU HAVE TOO!


Hilda Arcade Story Interaction

*While wandering around searching for her next opponent, Hilda sees a young man wearing a checkered haori and hanafuda earrings with a young girl wearing a bamboo muzzle next to him*

Hilda: "Well well. What do we have here? You two definitely look like your strangers from out of town?"

Tanjiro: "...!"

"This scent... is that coming from you?"

Hilda: "Scent...? Well, I did put some perfume on before I left..."

Tanjiro: "No, not that! I smell the scent of blood and death around you. You've been hurting people or done worse to them, haven't you!?"

Hilda: "You say I smell like the dead!? That's insulting. For one, I make sure no blood ever gets on me or my dress."

Tanjiro: "So, you admit your wrong doings! I never thought I see a human who's willing to kill indiscriminately!"

Nezuko: "Grrr..."

Hilda: "What? That girl? She isn't human, is she? Her presence almost feels similar to a Void."

"Tell me, do you hunger for EXS? How about you join me at Amnesia?"

Nezuko: "GRRRR!"

Tanjiro: "If you are trying to get my sister to eat humans, that won't happen! I will find a way to turn Nezuko back into a human, but I must make sure you don't harm anymore people here!"

"I may be a member of the Demon Slayer Corps, but I'm stopping you here as another human being!"

Nezuko: "HMPF!"

Hilda: "Oh too bad! I'm afraid I've taking a liking to her. I'll just end your miserable life here and take her for myself! My own personal Void, who will obey only me!"

Tanjiro: "That won't ever happen! Nezuko, if something happens to me, please run!"

Nezuko: "Hmmmm."

Hilda: "I WILL catch you in due time, little girl. You can't escape your destiny. As for you little boy, prepare to be swallow by darkness!"

*The scene transitions to the fight*


Tanjiro Kamado Arcade Story

Prologue [Location: Sleeping Fountain Plaza]

*Tanjiro slowly wakes up to find himself in a rather strange place, a place with unusual sights and marvels of which rivals the Mugen Train and the Entertainment District*

Tanjiro: "Huh? W-where am I?"

"Wasn't I at the Butterfly Mansion? What is this place?"

*Nezuko, along with the wooden box she normally rests in, is front of Tanjiro*

Nezuko: "Hmm!"

Tanjiro: "Ah! Nezuko, you're here too!?"

Nezuko: "Umhm!"

Tanjiro: "Huh? This place looks similar to Tokyo and the Entertainment District. I could have sworn I was recuperating at the Butterfly Mansion."

"Zenitsu? Inosuke?"

"They're not here..."

"I guess it means it's just us here?"

Nezuko: "Hmmm?"

Tanjiro: "This is strange. I wonder how we got here though."

"On top of that, there's a rather strange and unusual scent here coming around from everywhere."

"I have a feeling there's a ton of dangerous forces in this place."

*Tanjiro checks on the box to see that it is unharmed*

Tanjiro: "Good. The strap is fixed. Nezuko, if you need to rest at anytime, just let me know."

"But as soon as the sun begins to rise, you must get in, okay?"

Nezuko: "Hmmm!"

Tanjiro: "Good. For now, let's figure out where we are and how we can get back."

*Tanjiro and Nezuko leave the area as the 1st stage, with the first randomized opponent, loads up*


Stage 3

Vs. Vatista [Location: Street of Office Buildings]

*Tanjiro and Nezuko explore the city, with Tanjiro contemplating about the humans they fought as they exhibit super natural powers that normally demons would possess*

Tanjiro: "We should be safe for the moment Nezuko. As long as you don't kill or eat another human, you'll be fine. I'm certain they'll allow self-defense..."

Nezuko: "Hmmm..."

Tanjiro: "But those people... they're human yet the scent they give off is similar to a demon. Not to mention the powers they use is similar to a Blood Demon Art. What does this all mean?"

*To answer Tanjiro's question, a white haired girl with red crystal like wings appears before him and Nezuko*

Vatista: "I see now. After examining your behavioral patterns and responses, I might be able to verify everything for you."

Tanjiro: (To himself) 'Wha!? I didn't even pick up her scent until she revealed herself!'

'This is strange. I smell a semblance of a human on her, but she's something else entirely. She's not a demon either, but what is she?'

'But first thing's first...'

(To Vatista) "Um, hello there. Sorry for the pause, it's just you caught me off guard. You said something about "examining" me?"

Vatista: "Indeed. I have followed you ever since I detected you and the demon you refer to as your familial unit."

Tanjiro: "You can tell Nezuko's a demon? Well, there's no use hiding it. Yes, this is my sister, Nezuko. My name is Tanjiro Kamado. I am a member of the Demon Slayer Corps."

Vatista: "It is... usual for a member of the Corps to travel with a demon. However, your words do confirm a spacial distortion is underway."

Tanjiro: "Spacial distortion? What do you mean by that?"

Vatista: "Simply put. You and your sister were brought here from the distant past into the present day. The distant future in your case to be exact."

Tanjiro: "What!? The future!?"

Nezuko: "Hmmm?"

Vatista: "This is most likely a result of Paradox attempting to use the Gate to the Abyss. I theorize that must be the reason for your appearance here."

"However, it would be ill advised if you or your sister progressed further. If either of you were to perish here, it would cause a time paradox that would fracture everything."

"Therefore, I must pacify and contain you both."

Tanjiro: "Wait! I don't want to fight you, but we can't just stay here. Whoever this "Paradox" is, we can work together to stop them!"

Vatista: "You do not understand your current situation. I must insist you allow me to contain you or I will use force."

Tanjiro: "Tch!"

"Forgive me, but we can't stay around here! Let's go Nezuko!"

Nezuko: "Umhm!"

*The scene transitions to the fight*


Stage 6

Vs. Orie [Location: Cathedral of Far East]

*Tanjiro and Nezuko arrive at a cathedral where they once again allow themselves to rest and think about what to do next*

Tanjiro: "Man! There's just no end to this! These humans with the scent of demons is confusing. What does it all mean!?"

Nezuko: "Hmm?"

Tanjiro: "I know. They're still human and the fact we didn't kill one is still a good thing."

"I just wish I knew what was going on."

*Tanjiro then picks up a hostile scent aimed at Nezuko*

Tanjiro: "Nezuko! Behind you!"

*Hearing this, Nezuko jumps out of the way of a rapier strike. In front of the two is a young woman with blue hair, wearing an ornate dress*

Orie: "Shoot! I almost had the demon!"

"Young man! Why did you save it!?"

Tanjiro: "First of all, that's my sister you're talking about! Secondly, why are you trying to kill her!?"

Orie: "Your sister? How can a demon be your sibling!?"

"That aside, it doesn't look like you're even aware that you wandered into the Hollow Night."

Tanjiro: "Hollow Night? Is that was this weird presence is?"

Orie: "Indeed. You're not an In-Birth nor do you possess EXS, yet you wander around here with no ill effects whatsoever."

Tanjiro: "That explains why humans have the scent of a demon! It's this "EXS" that you refer too!"

Orie: "Yes. However, In-Births are the result of a human being bitten by a Void. If they withstand the bite and avoid transforming into a Void, they awaken as an In-Birth."

"But, what I don't get is why an actual demon is here. I thought demons were exterminated long ago!"

Tanjiro: "Exterminated? That means in the future, demons have disappeared. Does that mean, we won?"

Nezuko: "Hmm?"

Tanjiro: (To himself) 'I wonder if I managed to turn Nezuko back into a human before that happened?'

Orie: "Answer me! Why are you protecting that demon!? I know for a fact that they're no different from Voids. Like how Voids devour EXS, demons eat the flesh and blood of humans."

Tanjiro: (To Orie) "Like I told you, Nezuko is my sister! She was transformed into a demon by the name of Muzan Kibutsuchi! I'm currently finding a way to turn her back into a human."

Orie: "Kibutsuchi? Did you mention Kibutsuchi, the demon progenator!?"

"Impossible... according to the books about the Demon Slayers, Muzan is long dead..."

Tanjiro: (To himself) 'I know this is the future, but if Muzan is dead... who defeated him?'

"And more importantly, how does she know about the Demon Slayers? I thought they're supposed to be a secret organization according to Zenitsu."

Orie: "It would appear you are not lying about this demon being your sister based on your behavior. But if she's possessing Muzan's blood... I have no choice but to execute her."

Tanjiro: "Wait! You don't need to do that! She hasn't killed or eaten a single human ever since she became a demon."

Orie: "Why the muzzle then? How long can you keep her from doing so? Believe me when I say that I don't want to kill your sister now that I now you're telling the truth. Believe me, I know the pain of losing your family..."

"However, that doesn't change the fact in that she poses a threat to Kanzakai, especially now I know she's connected to Muzan."

"If you intend to stand in my way of putting your sister out of her misery, I will have no choice but to bring you into custody once I'm done."

Tanjiro: "While I am grateful that you filled me in on a lot of things that are going on around here..."

"I refuse to let you take me in or kill my sister!"

"Come on Nezuko, we're leaving!"

Nezuko: "Umhm!"

Orie: "I won't allow one with the progenator's blood to escape! Resent me if you wish if it makes you feel better, but I won't let a demon run rampant!"

*The scene transitions to the fight*


Stage 9

Vs. Merkava [Location: Crimson Parking Lot]

*Tanjiro and Nezuko arrive at a parking lot, now knowing where they are and what is happening now*

Nezuko: "Hmm. Hmm."

Tanjiro: "It's okay Nezuko. I'm okay. It's just that I didn't think this is how the future would be, assuming this is the future from out world."

"However, the scent in this city is getting thicker and stronger. It must be the "Gate" the girl with the wings mentioned and if this "Paradox" is responsible for it, that means we must confront her."

"Wait! This scent!"

*Suddenly, a tall humanoid like creature appears before them*

Tanjiro: "What the? A demon? No... this must be one of those Voids that woman with the sword mentioned."

Nezuko: "Umm! Grr! Hck!"

Tanjiro: "Nezuko? What's the matter? Why are you getting excited?"

Merkava: "I suspect it might be related to my presence here."

Tanjiro: "!? This voice... is it coming from you? I feel it in my mind."

"Who are you?"

Merkava: "Indeed and as for my name, I am known as Merkava. However, I mainly came here to speak with my kindred spirit."

Tanjiro: "You mean Nezuko?"

Merkava: "Of course, for she and I are alike. For we both lost our human forms and have been transformed into beasts. Creatures who feed off of humans. Denizens of the night."

Tanjiro: "So Voids ARE like demons! Does that mean you've eaten humans?"

Merkava: "I'm afraid that is the case, however your sister has apparently not killed or eaten a single human as the smell of human blood is absent from her claws and fangs."

"It amazes me that she has this much restraint. Therefore, I must know how she does so, for that me be the key to silence the beast within me.

Tanjiro: "It was partly due to a spell my teacher implanted in her, but it's mostly because of her will that she hasn't succumbed to her instant to eat humans."

Nezuko: "...!"

Merkava: "A strong will, which was reinforced by hypnotic suggestion? Interesting."

"However, now that I know this, a part me now desires to have a taste of the demon before me."

Tanjiro: "Please, you may have blood on your hands, but you can resist your inner demon too!"

Merkava: "I'm afraid once the beast takes over, there is no stopping it. I believe your sister also understands."

Nezuko: "Hmmm!"

Tanjiro: "..."

"I'm sorry it has to be this way, but we won't allow ourselves to be eaten here! As a member of the Demon Slayer Corps, I will stop you!"

Nezuko: "Umhm!"

Merkava: "Very well then! Human, Demon and Void! A three way cycle of conflict has come to a head. We shall see which race triumphs this night!"

*The scene transitions to the fight*


Final Stage

Vs. Hilda [Location: Altar of Light and Dark]

*Tanjiro and Nezuko have knocked out Merkava, but they have not landed the fatal strike*

Nezuko: "Hmmm... hmm..."

Tanjiro: "You too... huh?"

"It's strange, he's like a demon and will most likely continue to eat humans and yet..."

"I want to believe in his humanity and that someone will help him somedayq..."

"Just like how I helped you Nezuko."

Nezuko: "Huhhhnnn."

Tanjiro: "Come on Nezuko. It's time we confronted the source of this world's conflict."

Nezuko: "Umhm!"

*Tanjiro and Nezuko leave the unconscious Merkava behind before finding and arriving at the Altar, standing before the Gate to the Abyss*

Nezuko: "Grrrr! Hgnnn! Grrrr!"

Tanjiro: "You can feel too, right? The pressure this "Gate" is putting off in intense, not to mention the scent this thing is giving off!"

"It smells like death, mixed with blood. Even though darkness has no scent, if I had to describe what it would smell like, this would be it!"

"What would Paradox want this for? And why?"

Nezuko: "Grrrrr!"

Tanjiro: "Yes, right now, we should destroy this thing!"

*Suddenly, Hilda shows up in front of the two before they could attack the gate*

Hilda: "I think not!"

Nezuko: "!?"

Tanjiro: "You... are you the one the In-Births refer to as Paradox?"

Hilda: "Indeed, I am Hilda the Paradox, the glorious leader of Amnesia."

"And if I'm not mistaken, you must be the boy with that has a demon with him, am i right?"

Tanjiro: "How do you know that?"

Hilda: "Well, one of my men was kind enough to report a boy with hanafuda earrings was with a demon, who was wearing a pink kimono. Suffice to say, you two stick out like a sore thumb. Not that I'm one to talk of course..."

Tanjiro: "This scent... I smell traces of the Gate on you. What are you trying to do here?"

Hilda: "I might as well tell you, but only if you hear me out on something afterward."

Tanjiro: "..."

Hilda: "I heard you fought a member of the Licht Kries? She has blue hair, correct? The Licht Kries along with the Night Blade put restrictions on the Hollow Night under the guise of protecting the world from the Voids."

"The goal of Amnesia is to destory those organizations and bring more freedom to the Hollow Night. To bring that goal to fruition, I plan to open the Gate to the Abyss and become a Re-Birth, attaining immortality in the process. Once I achieve that, nothing will stop me!"

Tanjiro: "You're... trying to obtain the power of a demon!?"

Hilda: "That's a harsh way of putting it and now my offer..."

"Have your demon join Amnesia."

Nezuko: "!?"

Tanjiro: "What!?"

Hilda: "I don't know why a human and a demon with no EXS wound up here, but if the stories of the Demon Slayer Corps are true, then you two must have been pulled from the past."

"Thinking about it, demons are virtually immortal since those swords you wield are no longer made and considering demons thrive in the night, your demon would be Amnesia's ace in the hole. Surrender her to me and I'll let you go. What do you say?"

Tanjiro: "NEVER!"

Hilda: "Oh? Surly the demon thinks otherwise, right?"

Nezuko: "GRRRRRR!"

Hilda: "You bear you claws at me!? Why protect this boy? A hunter of your kind?"

Tanjiro: "Nezuko is my sister and I intend to restore her humanity by defeating Muzan Kibutsuchi!"

Hilda: "Your sister!? Not only that, you mentioned the demon progenator too. So that would mean she has his blood. Now I know I MUST have her and if it means burying you six feet under, so be it!

Tanjiro: "That won't ever happen! Nezuko will NEVER harm a human and I will never leave my sister alone!"

Nezuko: "Umhm!"

Hilda: "Too bad it won't ever happen! You'll be dead and your sister will become the monster she's meant to be! Take a good look, for I will be the last thing you'll ever see!"

*The scene transitions to the final fight*


Aftermath

[Location: Altar of Light and Dark]

*Tanjiro and Nezuko are fending off, as Hilda is preventing them from reaching the gate*

Tanjiro: "Gah! She's wearing down, but she's not stopping!"

Hilda: "That hurt, but with a wonderful prize like this demon, along with immortality in my grasp, there's no way I'm allowing the pain you gave me to slow me down!"

"Prepare to DIE!"

*Suddenly, a pink glow appears behind Hilda, as Nezuko's spilled blood landed on the Gate*

Hilda: "W-what is this!?"

Tanjiro: "That's right, you slashed Nezuko when she got near the gate earlier..."

*Tanjiro puts his sword back in it's sheath, knowing what will happen next, somethingthat Hilda has noticed*

Hilda: "You're putting your weapon away!? What are you up too!?"

Tanjiro: "That is Nezuko's Blood Demon Art! How ironic, you wanted to turn her into a monster, but my sister is the one to ultimately stop your evil plan!"

Nezuko: "GRRRRRRRR!"

Hilda: "W-wait! Stop! You'll be able to eat all the humans you want and can kill whoever you want to your heart's content in my service! You can be the ultimate demon!

"Isn't that what you really want!? Surly you'd be more happy as a monster, RIGHT!?"

Nezuko: (To herself) 'My brother... all of mankind... I will... protect them... FROM YOU!'

'Blood Demon Art: EXPLODING BLOOD!'

*The screen turns pink as Nezuko destroys the Gate to the Abyss with a powerful explosion, ending the Hollow Night and after the explosion, Tanjiro and Nezuko have mysteriously vanished*

Hilda: "N-NOOOOOO! The gate! My demon! They're... they're gone! My plans and dreams, RUINED!"

"Curse you... DEMON SLAYER!"

"Why would that demon help her pathetic weak brother!? WHHHHHYYYYYYYYYY!?"


Ending

[Location: Butterfly Mansion]

*Tanjiro wakes up in bed, just as he left it before the Hollow Night happened*

Tanjiro: "Ah!" *Pant* *Pant*

"I'm back... at the Butterfly Mansion."

*Tanjiro turns to see Nezuko's box*

"Nezuko!"

*Tanjiro cracks it a little to see his sister sleeping peacefully inside it, unharmed*

"Oh good... you're resting."

"Was... was all of that a dream? The In-Births? The Hollow Night? Everything?"

"It all felt so real..."

Nezuko: (To Tanjiro) "We're home safe and sound together, right brother?"

*Tanjiro is started as he thought he heard Nezuko's voice, but notices that she's still sleeping. Tanjiro then realized that adventure may have happened somehow*

Tanjiro: "Yes... we are home... and not only that... we also saved that world from falling victim to darkness... Not only did you not kill a single human while we were there... you also saved that world too... like how you saved us at the Entertainment District...

"I'm so proud of you Nezuko, my little sister."

*Tanjiro walks down a path outside the Butterfly Mansion with Zenitsu and Inosuke while carrying the box with Nezuko inside on his back as Kanao, Aoi, Sumi, Kiyo and Naho bid them safe travels on their next mission*

Tanjiro: (To himself) 'I don't know how long it will be until we turn you back into a human or when we'll defeat Kibutsuchi...'

'But we WILL accomplish both of those tasks together along with Zenitsu and Inosuke!'

'For we'll always be together... forever.'

Nezuko: (To Tanjiro) "Together forever... my beloved brother..."

*The credits roll as "from the edge" Plays*

Translated Lyrics:

from the edge

I won't be held captive by my grief

I won't leave behind tears wherever I look down

By shaking off my fate

I can start running

I know my wishes will come true

Crush the conflicts of yesterday

Cry for the future from the edge of darkness

Seize control of the headwind

Even if you can't see past the storm

There's no other path to choose

So survive

It'll always be love versus rage when you find yourself wavering

It's time to get on your feet one more time

And now, with that blade

Where will you strike?


And with that, Tanjiro and Nezuko's perilous journey through the Hollow Night has come to an end. It was tricky, but thanks to a good friend, I was able to make the story work.

All things said, Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba is a FANTASTIC anime and I recommend watching it when you can. Season 1, The Mugen Train Arc and The Entertainment District Arc are all available now on the HULU streaming service in both Japanese and English Dubs.

A special thanks to Unicorn 359 for requesting the character and I hope this is to your liking.

Next time, we will be joining up with the champion of love and justice who fights in the name of the moon 🌙. See you next time!