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Stark700 · 2016-02-15, 12:33

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Legend has it, a flesh-eating demon hunts in the woods at night. But it's only a myth. Right?

A new Weekly Shounen Jump series by Koyoharu Gotouge (a newer author as I think he made some one-shots before). The English title is Blade of Demon Destruction. First three chapters are out now.

Sagitta Luminis · 2016-02-15, 12:36

The artstyle is very old-school.

OH&S · 2016-11-29, 03:58

Bumping this thread as the series is still ongoing with 40 chapters and still doing rather well.

It has a different feel from other shounen series in terms of pacing. The fights remind of me olden day Bleach (before Soul Society).

All in all, I'm getting really good vibes from the series and its definitely one of my two favourite new series in WSJump (the other being Yakusoku no Neverland).

zztop · 2016-11-29, 08:21

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Originally Posted by OH&S

Bumping this thread as the series is still ongoing with 40 chapters and still doing rather well.

It has a different feel from other shounen series in terms of pacing. The fights remind of me olden day Bleach (before Soul Society).

All in all, I'm getting really good vibes from the series and its definitely one of my two favourite new series in WSJump (the other being Yakusoku no Neverland).

How does Kimetsu's pacing differ from normal shounen plot structure?

The mangaka doesn't seem to have produced any othe titles apart from a one-shot title, Haeniwa no Zigzag (about a curse-remover cursed so he can never accept a reward fr his services).

OH&S · 2016-12-07, 06:20

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Originally Posted by zztop

How does Kimetsu's pacing differ from normal shounen plot structure?

Slow, I think? Even with the first chapter, its not out there to excite the reader or anything like the other recent WSJ series that started. It really takes its time before starting to move the plot. But at the same time, its not moving at the torturous pace that Bleach had.

I guess the better term for it would be calm. But that's even weirder for a manga that just started out. Normally you'd expect a new manga to throw as much as it can at you tryinng to grab your attention (the ones that usually fail).

Its also different in the sense that its not throwing a whole bunch of characters at you to remember. After 10 chapters, there's still only at max 5 named characters and only 2 of them are directly important (the MC and his sister). After 41 chapters, there's a bit over 10; everyone else getting killed.

Basically it plays a risky game by being slow and methodical in the beginning; all of the mistakes that Red Sprite made, Kimetsu no Yaiba dodges quite easily (again by taking a risky route to get there).

But its paid off quite well in the past few chapters.

The past few chapters have been some of its best and its gotten a surprising number of colour pages for its recent arc.

In comparison to the other new series that are below 50 chapters and still doing well (Yuragi-sou no Yuuna-san and Yakusoku no Neverland) it sits well in 3rd place. Its a bit unfair to compare it both of them however. Yuragi-sou might just be the best ecchi WSJ manga since To-Love-ru and with character art similar to Shokugeki; of course it'll do well. Yakusoku no Neverland is a rarity of a manga that clashes directly with the top 5 Jump series from its very first chapter; because it really is a fantastic manga.

Kimetsu no Yaiba played a slow game that paid off and is now reaping the benefits of it. Recently its been doing better than Yuragi-sou.

Also the one thing I forgot to mention is how dark this manga is. Easily the darkest manga currently serializing in Jump (while HxH is on hiatus that is). A lot of innocent people get killed by the demons in this manga; a lot of human looking demons get beheaded as well. That's also why its found its place in WSJ; though we won't be seeing an anime of this anytime soon

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OH&S · 2017-02-03, 04:16

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Kimetsu no Yaiba is #14 and the only WSJ series on the list (Platinum End doesn't count). I'm quite surprised that this series was recommended; its not brimming with Shonen spirit like other WSJ series. Still pretty happy.

Also, ToC rankings for Kimetsu no Yaiba have been amazing for the past few weeks. Its currently at the same level as Haikyuu and Black Clover and surprisingly beating Yakusoku no Neverland!

ellifeedn · 2017-02-20, 23:08

I decided to give this series a chance and it's okay. I'm interested in seeing what the Nine Pillars are capable of.

Diluc · 2017-03-20, 22:20

This manga is very underrated in internet, after gave a chance to read this manga i could undestand now why Japan gave high rating to this manga even i heard HunterxHunter author also recommended this manga too.

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Originally Posted by OH&S

Bumping this thread as the series is still ongoing with 40 chapters and still doing rather well.

It has a different feel from other shounen series in terms of pacing. The fights remind of me olden day Bleach (before Soul Society).

All in all, I'm getting really good vibes from the series and its definitely one of my two favourite new series in WSJump (the other being Yakusoku no Neverland).

Ones could say if Yakusoku no neverland is WSJ shining gem then Kimetsu no Yaiba is their black gem.
This manga must survive, i don't mind if Black Clover must be sacrificed for this manga survival, this manga remind me a lot with Inuyasha particularly from Kibutsuji which greatly remind me for Naraku, both are villains from curtain.

roffle · 2017-03-21, 18:18

Yeah I'm really enjoying this series too. It seems almost methodical?

Diluc · 2017-05-05, 01:50

Apparently KnY will be lead color and will have first popularity poll for 1 year annivesary.
Hahaha this series keep rising up. Certainly Jump recognized their hidden gem.

The One Above God · 2017-05-30, 05:50

Aaaargggghhhh dammit! I caught up way too fast!
I should have waited for 63 before binging all chapters...

LevelSeven · 2017-05-30, 08:16

i know what you mean, i binge read this story where it was at ch61, i HATE wating exspecially with such a suprisingly good series

The One Above God · 2017-05-30, 08:49

^My binge read ended on a cliffhanger of all things -_-. Can't wait for the next release.

EDIT:
New chapter out. I didn't think we'd get an Upper Moon this early in. I hope Rengoku doesn't die just yet.

LevelSeven · 2017-05-30, 12:22

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New chapter out. I didn't think we'd get an Upper Moon this early in. I hope Rengoku doesn't die just yet.

i doubt that, we didnt really have much time with him in order to care a lot even if he dies,

but he seems like a great person

and yes, i cant wait for the next chapter either, the last attack of the two was really badass

Diluc · 2017-05-31, 02:34

It were glorious battle between two high rankers i don't think any of them will dead soon, consider a simple exchange in first encounter. Next chapter will be interesting.

ellifeedn · 2017-05-31, 09:32

After this, I wonder how many Pillars will accompany Tanjiro in the hopes of facing the Upper Moons.

Velsy · 2017-06-02, 12:24

I liked this at first.. was really interested how he would be fighting demons along side his demon sister.

They kinda talk about curing her, but there really should be no cure for this type of thing. Nor do I wish she would get cured. She could be baddass as long as she can keep her instincs in check. Which she seems to be doing.

But after the spider arc, I felt really let down by this, like this mangas lost its way. Well I sorta felt a while ago this manga was starting to loose its way thought silly hints. Well in the development I guess. My enthusiasm from the beginning has diminished alot :/.

The One Above God · 2017-06-06, 13:55

Aw man, looks like Rengoku won't live for long. i hope he manages to take down this Upper Moon. With the current stalemate, maybe Inousuke can help get that blade cut through the neck or at least hold him down for the sun to shine on him.

The One Above God · 2017-06-14, 21:23

Oh well, Rengoku is pretty much guaranteed to die now.

Diluc · 2017-06-14, 22:25

I forgot this mangaka is ones of those whom eager to get rid off their own character.
too bad he is going to die, well i guess his younger brother will replace him as fire pillar then or someone else.
unlikely Tanjirou is the next, he need a years again to polish his fire skill.

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OH&S Index III was a mistake Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Sydney, Australia Age: 32	Bumping this thread as the series is still ongoing with 40 chapters and still doing rather well. It has a different feel from other shounen series in terms of pacing. The fights remind of me olden day Bleach (before Soul Society). All in all, I'm getting really good vibes from the series and its definitely one of my two favourite new series in WSJump (the other being Yakusoku no Neverland). __________________

2017-02-03, 04:16	Link #6
OH&S Index III was a mistake Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Sydney, Australia Age: 32	japanese-bookstores-recommend-15-top-manga-for-2017 Kimetsu no Yaiba is #14 and the only WSJ series on the list (Platinum End doesn't count). I'm quite surprised that this series was recommended; its not brimming with Shonen spirit like other WSJ series. Still pretty happy. Also, ToC rankings for Kimetsu no Yaiba have been amazing for the past few weeks. Its currently at the same level as Haikyuu and Black Clover and surprisingly beating Yakusoku no Neverland! __________________

2017-05-30, 05:50	Link #11
The One Above God Kamijou Join Date: May 2014 Location: I'm Everywhere	Aaaargggghhhh dammit! I caught up way too fast! I should have waited for 63 before binging all chapters... __________________ *"I'll destroy that illusion!"*

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The One Above God Kamijou Join Date: May 2014 Location: I'm Everywhere	^My binge read ended on a cliffhanger of all things -_-. Can't wait for the next release. EDIT: New chapter out. I didn't think we'd get an Upper Moon this early in. I hope Rengoku doesn't die just yet. __________________ *"I'll destroy that illusion!"* Last edited by The One Above God; 2017-05-30 at 10:33.

2017-02-20, 23:08	Link #7
ellifeedn Thinker Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New York	I decided to give this series a chance and it's okay. I'm interested in seeing what the Nine Pillars are capable of.

2017-03-21, 18:18	Link #9
roffle Member Join Date: May 2016	Yeah I'm really enjoying this series too. It seems almost methodical?

2017-05-05, 01:50	Link #10
Diluc Darkhero of Monstadt Join Date: May 2015 Location: rich mansion with maids	Apparently KnY will be lead color and will have first popularity poll for 1 year annivesary. Hahaha this series keep rising up. Certainly Jump recognized their hidden gem.

2017-05-30, 08:16	Link #12
LevelSeven Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Germany	i know what you mean, i binge read this story where it was at ch61, i HATE wating exspecially with such a suprisingly good series

2017-05-31, 02:34	Link #15
Diluc Darkhero of Monstadt Join Date: May 2015 Location: rich mansion with maids	It were glorious battle between two high rankers i don't think any of them will dead soon, consider a simple exchange in first encounter. Next chapter will be interesting.

2017-05-31, 09:32	Link #16
ellifeedn Thinker Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New York	After this, I wonder how many Pillars will accompany Tanjiro in the hopes of facing the Upper Moons.

2017-06-02, 12:24	Link #17
Velsy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008	I liked this at first.. was really interested how he would be fighting demons along side his demon sister. They kinda talk about curing her, but there really should be no cure for this type of thing. Nor do I wish she would get cured. She could be baddass as long as she can keep her instincs in check. Which she seems to be doing. But after the spider arc, I felt really let down by this, like this mangas lost its way. Well I sorta felt a while ago this manga was starting to loose its way thought silly hints. Well in the development I guess. My enthusiasm from the beginning has diminished alot :/. __________________ Donated by Om Nerabdator

2017-06-06, 13:55	Link #18
The One Above God Kamijou Join Date: May 2014 Location: I'm Everywhere	Aw man, looks like Rengoku won't live for long. i hope he manages to take down this Upper Moon. With the current stalemate, maybe Inousuke can help get that blade cut through the neck or at least hold him down for the sun to shine on him. __________________ *"I'll destroy that illusion!"*

2017-06-14, 21:23	Link #19
The One Above God Kamijou Join Date: May 2014 Location: I'm Everywhere	Oh well, Rengoku is pretty much guaranteed to die now. __________________ *"I'll destroy that illusion!"*

2017-06-14, 22:25	Link #20
Diluc Darkhero of Monstadt Join Date: May 2015 Location: rich mansion with maids	I forgot this mangaka is ones of those whom eager to get rid off their own character. too bad he is going to die, well i guess his younger brother will replace him as fire pillar then or someone else. unlikely Tanjirou is the next, he need a years again to polish his fire skill.