Why Zenitsu vs Kaigaku, not Muzan vs Tanjiro, will be the Demon Slayer movie trilogy's best fight

Modified Dec 26, 2024 06:30 GMT

Zenitsu's fight in the upcoming Demon Slayer movie trilogy will beak the internet (Image via Ufotable)

The Demon Slayer movie trilogy will be one of the most exciting anime releases. Fans will flood the theaters because we are getting a movie animated by Ufotable. Furthermore, the movie trilogy will be covering the most exciting section of the overarching story - the Infinity Castle arc. The reason this arc is popular among fans is due to the sheer number of fight sequences. Fans will witness the Hashiras in all their glory as they take on the Upper Moon demons.

Anime-only fans might assume that the fight between Muzan and Tanjiro will be the most exciting one. However, the upcoming Demon Slayer movie trilogy will feature an even better fight that fans will talk about for years to come.

The fight that will surpass the Muzan vs Tanjiro battle is the one involving Zenitsu and Kaigaku. Their fight will be incredible to watch because it has an emotional impact, flashy moves and will show Zenitsu’s true potential.

Disclaimer: This article contains massive spoilers from the Demon Slayer manga chapters.

Demon Slayer movie trilogy: Why Zenitsu vs Kaigaku is a better fight than Tanjiro vs Muzan?

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One might wonder why a character like Zenitsu might outshine Tanjiro in a fight sequence. When first introduced, he was quite annoying on screen. He cowered in fear and showed little to no bravery. He always fought unconscious because he would black out in fear. Following that, his instincts would take over and defeat the demon. However, things will change substantially in the upcoming Demon Slayer movie trilogy.

We know that Zenitsu read a letter that completely changed his demeanor. The letter in question informed Jigoro’s death. His master committed Seppuku, and since there was no one around at the time, he died slowly and painfully. Jigoro took his own life to atone for the sins of teaching the Breathing Technique to someone who became a demon. Zenitsu’s former upperclassman became an Upper Moon demon. That demon is Kaigaku, the very kid that got other children killed in the temple where Gyomei worked.

One of the most important aspects of the Zenitsu vs Kaigaku fight is that he fights consciously. Zenitsu shows no fear and approaches his opponent with disgust and hatred. Kaigaku is known for having a sharp tongue. However, his words do not affect Zenitsu. He insults Kaigaku and makes the first move against him. Zenitsu was battling an Upper Moon demon who had access to the Thunder Breathing technique at this stage. This is why fans are eagerly waiting for this fight sequence to be animated in the upcoming Demon Slayer movie trilogy.

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Zenitsu proceeds to insult him repeatedly while completely outclassing his opponent. We can see Kaigaku’s frustration build while Zenitsu evades his attacks with relative ease. The sheer speed with which Zenitsu ends the battle shocked manga readers. One wouldn’t consider this a fight because it was a one-sided beatdown. The Demon Slayer movie trilogy will animate this fight sequence and show Zenitsu in a new light. The lightning particle effects always make for a great viewing experience.

The highlight of the fight is Zenitsu’s new form in the Thunder Breathing Technique. He created a form called the Flaming Thunder God. He reaches breakneck speeds and finishes Kaigaku with this move. The Upper Moon demon had no chance since Zenitsu was a fighter of a different caliber. The upcoming Demon Slayer movie trilogy will feature this fight and the animation quality will take this fight to the next level and it will be one of the best fights in shonen history.

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Edited by Bharath S