Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Episode 8: The Smell of Enchanting Blood

Manga chapter 14-15

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.5

71 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

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← Prev: EP 7 Next: EP 9 →

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Episode 8: The Smell of Enchanting Blood

Manga chapter 14-15

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 7 Next: EP 9 →

OSHIMETER

9.5

71 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

EPISODE REVIEWS

Tanjiro akhirnya bertemu Muzan untuk pertama kalinya, tapi gagal menangkapnya.

In the early part, something happened that left Tanjirou with no choice at that time. After that it shifted to a relaxed moment and another new character was introduced. Then came comedic moments and a chill vibe before it immediately switched to action and thriller at the end.

a generic chapter, like a tutorial to expand the world or lore of the demons in this universe, the new characters seemed to me, borings and planes nothing great, as well the villains that appeared here, this episode could count like a filler

nunnally_lamperouge_174

I still cant believe Muzan has a human family and just lives like a normal guy in the city while he ruins everyone else's lives and that alleyway scene where he melted that woman was terrifying

Muzan acting like a concerned father while turning a total stranger into a monster was so unsettling and cold

sternritter_storm_480

schierke_the_witch_193

The visual of those balls smashing through the house at the end was such a huge jump in intensity after all that talking about a cure

The tone of this show is all over the place, because one minute a woman is literally melting into a puddle of blood in a dark alley, and the next Tanjiro is shoveling udon into his face to satisfy a grumpy shop owner. It really keeps you on your toes and Muzan is genuinely terrifying when his ego gets bruised by some drunks

Tanjiro screaming his vow at Muzan in the street was so intense and you can tell it actually bothered the demon king because he clutched his fist like that

miyuki_shirogane

sasha_necron_157

shinigami_shadow

EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off the seismic encounter with Muzan Kibutsuji in episode 7, a moment that redefines the stakes entirely, episode 8 serves as a crucial bridge, processing that confrontation's aftermath while introducing allies who expand the narrative's scope. Roughly a third into the 26-episode season, this installment pivots from Tanjiro's isolated journey toward a broader ensemble framework, laying essential groundwork for the escalating battles and alliances that define the season's middle stretch.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off the seismic encounter with Muzan Kibutsuji in episode 7, a moment that redefines the stakes entirely, episode 8 serves as a crucial bridge, processing that confrontation's aftermath while introducing allies who expand the narrative's scope. Roughly a third into the 26-episode season, this installment pivots from Tanjiro's isolated journey toward a broader ensemble framework, laying essential groundwork for the escalating battles and alliances that define the season's middle stretch.

EPISODE REVIEWS

Tanjiro akhirnya bertemu Muzan untuk pertama kalinya, tapi gagal menangkapnya.

In the early part, something happened that left Tanjirou with no choice at that time. After that it shifted to a relaxed moment and another new character was introduced. Then came comedic moments and a chill vibe before it immediately switched to action and thriller at the end.

a generic chapter, like a tutorial to expand the world or lore of the demons in this universe, the new characters seemed to me, borings and planes nothing great, as well the villains that appeared here, this episode could count like a filler

nunnally_lamperouge_174

I still cant believe Muzan has a human family and just lives like a normal guy in the city while he ruins everyone else's lives and that alleyway scene where he melted that woman was terrifying

Muzan acting like a concerned father while turning a total stranger into a monster was so unsettling and cold

sternritter_storm_480

schierke_the_witch_193

The visual of those balls smashing through the house at the end was such a huge jump in intensity after all that talking about a cure

The tone of this show is all over the place, because one minute a woman is literally melting into a puddle of blood in a dark alley, and the next Tanjiro is shoveling udon into his face to satisfy a grumpy shop owner. It really keeps you on your toes and Muzan is genuinely terrifying when his ego gets bruised by some drunks

Tanjiro screaming his vow at Muzan in the street was so intense and you can tell it actually bothered the demon king because he clutched his fist like that

miyuki_shirogane

sasha_necron_157

shinigami_shadow

©吾峠呼世晴／集英社・アニプレックス・ufotable

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©吾峠呼世晴／集英社・アニプレックス・ufotable

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com