Muichiro Tokito is one of the important characters introduced in the series Demon Slayer. He appears as a Pillar of Mist and is also the youngest in the ranks of the strongest Demon Slayers in the corps.
Series shounen Koyoharu Gotouge’s works are always detailed in various aspects, one of which is by clarifying the backgrounds of the main characters, including Muichiro.
Throughout the series Kimetsu no Yaiba running, Muichiro showed character development that impressed fans. A figure who was initially mysterious then became everyone’s favorite.
So, here is an explanation of how Muichiro Tokito’s character has developed since the beginning of the anime Kimetsu no Yaiba started.
1. Muichiro at the beginning of the series appears like a dazed person
dock. Ufotable/ Kimetsu no YaibaMist Hashira Muichiro Tokito first appears at the end of episode 21 of the first season of the anime Kimetsu no Yaiba, precisely at the Hashira meeting at Ubuyashiki’s residence.
The meeting was held to discuss the whereabouts of Nezuko Kamado who had violated the rules of the Demon Slayer Corps. A big debate occurs between the Pillars, especially emotional individuals like Sanemi and Obanai.
In the midst of the commotion, Muichiro didn’t seem to care what was happening around him. He was more interested in looking at the sky. His gaze was completely blank, showing that there was not the slightest passion in Muichiro’s life at that time.
2. His past is revealed, Muichiro returns to his old self
dock. Ufotable/ Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village ArcMuichiro’s figure reappears during Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3: Swordsmith Village Arc. This was a big moment where the Mist Pillar managed to recall a dark memory that he had long forgotten. The impact is that Muichiro’s personality returns to its normal state.
Tanjiro is one of the people who has triggered the awakening of Muichiro’s memories. The two first met in the Swordsmith Village when Muichiro got into an argument with Kotetsu, the boy in charge of the battle doll Yoriichi Zeroshiki that Muichiro used to train and was damaged as a result.
At that time, Muichiro really didn’t show the slightest concern about this. He didn’t even hesitate to hit Kotetsu, who was still a child. Not only that, Muichiro also said cruel words about the role of a sword smith. Luckily, Tanjiro came soon.
On another occasion, Tanjiro chatted with Muichiro, before Hantengu finally attacked and they were separated. Muichiro then confronted him Upper Moon 5 Gyokko.
Muichiro’s past is revealed. He used to have a twin brother named Yuichiro whose personality was exactly like the current Muichiro. However, Yuichiro died horribly during an attempt to protect Muichiro from a Devil attack. In that way, Muichiro lost the only family he had left.
Muichiro’s originally cheerful personality immediately changed. He even had amnesia, and the fight against Gyokko managed to help him remember the bitter experience.
Muichiro got up even though his body was very weak from Gyokko’s repeated attacks. He awakened his Demon Slayer Mark and defeated the 5 Upper Moon Demons single-handedly.
Luckily, Muichiro has returned to his old self. Muichiro, who initially never cared about other people and only focused on the mission, instead tried his best to protect Kotetsu, who had previously helped him escape from Gyokko’s water prison.
3. Muichiro during the Hashira Training arc
dock. Ufotable/ Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 4 Hashira Training ArcMuichiro Tokito now appears as a cheerful person, especially when it comes to Tanjiro Kamado, who he indirectly became friends with during the incident. Swordsmith Village Arc.
During Hashira Training Arc, Muichiro may still show his strict side, especially since he is in charge of one of the training stages. However, the look on his face changed immediately when Tanjiro arrived at his residence.
Before Tanjiro continued to the next session, Muichiro, Tanjiro, and the other corps members there even took the time to fly a paper plane together. Muichiro looked really happy at that time!
So, that’s the development of Muichiro Tokito’s character since the beginning of the series Kimetsu no Yaiba begins. This Pillar of Mist will be one of the main keys to the success of the Demon Slayer Corps during final war.
