Demon Slayer is easily one of the most popular anime of all time, and one need only look at its stellar animation to realize why this is the case. Ufotable has proven time and time again that their animation work is second to none, with Demon Slayer setting the bar for what is possible in the realm of animation.
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The first season of the anime ended with the reveal of the powerful Hashira and the role they play in saving humanity from demons. Viewers who want an in-depth look into the powers of these Hashira need only take a look at this list to inform themselves.
9 Tengen Uzui, The Sound Hashira
The Sound Hashira might have a cool character design, but his power isn't really anything noteworthy. This is especially true when compared to some of the other Hashira in Demon Slayer who boast truly impressive powers.
As a result, Tengen Uzui has to deal with the moniker of being the least powerful Hashira around. Of course, that's not the worst thing in the world — he's still incredibly powerful and can give any demon a run for their money.
8 Kyojuro Rengoku, The Flame Hashira
Rengoku is easily one of the most lovable Hashira in the series. This is why it's a shame that he succumbed to the wounds that he suffered in his fight against Akaza.
Regardless, the strength that he showed in this encounter was still incredible to behold. In fact, he could've actually defeated Akaza had he not been exhausted after saving everyone on the Mugen Train.
7 Shinobu Kocho, The Insect Hashira
Shinobu Kocho is an effective Hashira whose worthy of being the Insect Hashira. That being said, one has to admit that she's arguably the weakest Hashira when it comes to pure strength.
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However, brawn is not the only way to determine strength in Demon Slayer. Shinobu's sharp mind coupled with the effective way in which she wields poisons in battle makes her a force to be reckoned with no matter what.
6 Obanai Iguro, The Serpent Hashira
The Serpent Hashira hasn't really got the time to shine in the anime. However, manga readers know precisely how much power Obanai Iguro houses.
He's easily one of the strongest members of the Hashira and can hold his own in a fight against the toughest demons around. One can only wait and see how the anime will do justice and display the massive strength of this character.
5 Mitsuri Kanroji, The Love Hashira
At a glance, the Love Hashira doesn't really look like a fighter who boasts a ton of raw strength. However, looks can be very deceptive — Mitsuru Kanroji actually boasts one of the highest raw strength levels in the Hashira.
Most viewers who are underrating the abilities of this Hashira will be in for a rude awakening when Mitsuri shows precisely how much power she houses in her body. After all, no mere mortal would be able to rip out Muzan's tentacles with ease.
4 Muichiro Tokito, The Mist Hashira
Muichiro is another Hashira whose true potential is yet to be seen in the anime. That being said, manga readers aren't worried — given his immense power, it won't take that long for the Mist Hashira to carve out a stellar reputation amongst the fanbase.
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His mist abilities already sound quite alluring enough as is. Only time will tell whether these powers will be as amazing to witness in the anime as they were in the manga.
3 Giyu Tomioka, The Water Hashira
Out of all the Hashira present in Demon Slayer, Giyu Tomioka has had the most valuable screentime in the anime as of now. His powers were a treat to behold, and the manner in which he was able to make short work of Rui made it extremely clear that the high-level Hashira were a force to be reckoned with.
Given Tanjiro's talents with Water Breathing, one can certainly expect him to spend a ton of time with Giyu Tomioka as he strives to improve his swordsmanship. Of course, Tanjiro's real ace in the hole is Hinokami Kagura, and one can only wait and see how this Sun Breathing develops over the course of the anime.
2 Sanemi Shinazugawa, The Wind Hashira
Like most of the Hashira in the series, most anime viewers don't really know a ton about Sanemi Shinazugawa. However, his wild look and demeanor should be indicative enough of just how powerful this Hashira really is.
This ferocity, coupled with the cutting nature of his Wind Breathing, should make it infinitely clear that Sanemi has a ton of tricks up his sleeve. Hopefully, the anime will give this ferocious fighter the spotlight he deserves.
1 Gyomei Himejima, The Stone Hashira
At a glance, Gyomei Himejima might not seem like all that powerful a fighter. The fact that he carries the unimpressive title of being the Stone Hashira means that most people won't really take him all that seriously either.
However, these people are bound to be surprised when they find out that Gyomei is actually the strongest Hashira in the entire group. Suffice to say, his destructive power will be an absolute treat to witness in the series.