by [* Caution for spoilers] The following content includes spoilers for anime and comics that will be aired in the future.
The broadcast of the “Kimetsu no Yaiba” anime version, infinite train edition, has ended. It became a hot topic from the first original animation, but as the times went by, the voices of demon annihilation fans regretted Purgatory Anjuro increased. Many viewers will mourn the death of Purgatory in the future. Here, I would like to look back on the last words that Purgatory left behind and reconsider what Purgatory Kyoujuro lived for and what he achieved. The “Demon Destruction Night Story,” a compilation of this series, has been immediately reprinted and is now on sale.
To his younger brother, Chijuro, and his father, Makijuro, a former flame pillar
At the end of the deadly battle with Akaza, the demon’s influential person, the flame pillar, Purgatory Kyojuro, was fatally injured. In terms of skill and power, it was a purgatory that was evenly matched with Akaza, but unlike the demons that could repair the body, his deep wounds did not heal.
Purgatory, on the verge of death, tries to entrust a “will” to Sumijiro. The first thing that came out of his mouth was a word about the future of his younger brother, Chijuro.
Tell me to follow the path that I think is right with my heart (Purgatory Anjuro / Volume 8, Episode 66 “Disperse in the Dawn”)
As a young Chijuro, his mother had little memory, and after his mother’s death, his father began to repeat violent words and deeds. The purgatory brothers lived while supporting each other’s loneliness. In addition, Chijuro was in distress. He wasn’t blessed with the “talent to dye a sun sword.” Purgatory’s first concern was his younger brother.
And his father, Toshiro Maki, who was a former flame pillar. Until the end, I couldn’t get to know his father. Purgatory must have had mixed feelings about his father, who had lost his sword. I want his younger brother to be kind, refrain from drinking, and return to his original form. Have you ever thought about that?
I want my father to take good care of his body (Purgatory Anjuro / Volume 8, Episode 66 “Disperse in the Dawn”)
Purgatory still loved his father in the days of passing him. And it can be seen from this word that he believed that his father was a son-minded person. He didn’t blame him, and he didn’t want it. He just wanted his father to be okay.
To juniors who have “difficulty in living.”
Boar Boy, Wild Boar Boy, Yellow Boy, Grow More and More, And Now You Will Be the Pillars Supporting the Demon Killing Corps. I Believe You. (Purgatory Anjuro / Volume 8, Episode 66 “Disperse in the Dawn” )
The words left by Purgatory supported the subsequent hearts of Sumijiro and his colleagues. All of Sumijiro and his colleagues had a “difficult to live” situation.
Abandoned by his parents and raised without knowing free love, Zeni tried to find his “living place” in his swordsmanship. However, his brothers were disappointed and could only use one technique taught by his great master.
Similarly, Inosuke, who had no blood ties and was raised by a wild boar, lost his “parent” and had to fight every day. However, I gradually understood the meaning of spending time with friends, helping others, and valuing others. At the same time, the conflict with my lack of ability was increasing.
And, the demonized Mamiko was in a position where even “living” was not allowed. Sumijiro, a “demon slaughterer with a demon,” was also exposed to harsh eyes.
Purgatory said that they “believe” these “difficult to live” charcoal lovers. How much did the words of Purgatory save them? Be proud and live. Burn your heart. It was an unforgettable will.
Why didn’t you tell the wills to the pillars?
However, Purgatory conveys his will to his father and younger brother, the junior swordfighter, but he has not left words to the “pillars” who are supposed to be his comrades. Why is that?
Initially, the demon slaughter corps members have a system in which wills can be entrusted through the maternity house Yaya. Therefore, it is certainly possible that the more detailed “will” was already stored in the maternity house. However, it is strange that the pillars have no words, considering they still have words left for their father and younger brother.
Then, did Purgatory have no feelings for the other pillars? That should not be. You can understand it by checking the following purgatory words.
Don’t worry about me dying here. If it’s a pillar, it’s natural to be a shield for juniors. If it’s a pillar, anyone will do the same. Don’t pick young shoots> (Purgatory Anjuro / Volume 8)・ Episode 66 “Disperse in the Dawn”)
When Purgatory muttered this word, a lot of blood was flowing at the feet of Purgatory. How painful is bleeding to death? Still, Purgatory believes that his fellow pillars will choose the same path as he does. You can see that a deep relationship of trust connects them.
It was painfully conveyed that the pillars who heard the obituary of Purgatory had at least one word and one thought.
To Akaza, where dying is “waste.”
When Akaza whispered, “Don’t die, it’s all useless even if you fight with the thought of shaving your body,” Purgatory replied with these words.
I will fulfill my duty! !! No one here can die! !! (Purgatory Anjuro / Volume 8, Episode 64 “Power of the First String / Power of the Pillar”)
If you let go of it even for a moment, there was a danger that Akaza, who was in your possession, would be attacked by Akaza. With his whole body, Purgatory Anjuro drew the attention of Akaza to himself and tried to protect everyone. No one can die of Purgatory Anjuro. That was my pride as a pillar of fire. It is not a waste to save your life and protect others. As proof, his junior swordfighters thrive from here. It was
The words of Sumijiro’s tears will resonate with our hearts. -Purgatory is not defeated! !! No one could die! !! I fought through! !! Protected! !! You lost! !! Purgatory’s victory! !!
Akiko Use
She was born in 1977. She is currently a researcher at the Center for International Cultural Studies, Kobe University. She specializes in traditional literature, mythology, and comparative folklore. Her books include “Cosmology of” German Legends “-Arrangement, Element, Motif-,” and co-authors “Questioning” Myths “in Modern and Contemporary” and “Myths of the World Where the Beginning Can Be Seen.” When AERA dot.’S serialization “Oni Destiny Night Story” (Fusosha Publishing Co., Ltd.) was released on November 19. It became an immediate reprint and is now on sale.
