In the dark world of Demon Slayer, the Upper Moons strike much fear into the hearts of both humans and demons. These fearsome foes in the series are the elite demons who serve directly under Muzan Kibutsuji. Each possessing unique and terrifying abilities, the Upper Moons pose a grave threat to even the most skilled demon slayers.
From the lowest-ranked to the most formidable, each of them brings horror to the battlefield. Their Blood Demon Arts, honed over centuries, can twist reality, manipulate elements, and push the boundaries. Here are the every Upper Moon ranked according to strength in Demon Slayer.
8. Kaigaku
Kaigaku, Zenitsu’s former Thunder Breathing classmate, is the weakest of the Upper Moons. Despite his impressive speed and combat versatility, he lacks experience with his Blood Demon Art. He is placed as the current Upper Moon 6 after the defeat of Gyutaro and Daki.
He had mastered all the Thunder Breathing Techniques except the first style, making him a formidable opponent.
7. Gyutaro and Daki
Gyutaro and Daki, this duo shared the Upper Moon 6 position. Gyutaro’s blood manipulation and Daki’s obi sash control make them a fearsome team. Their combined strength required the efforts of multiple demon slayers to defeat. Though, individually, Gyotaro has the upper hand over Daki, he still falls short of the top-tier Upper Moons.
6. Gyokko
Gyokko’s bizarre appearance is matched by his unique abilities. His mastery over Porcelain Urns, Thousand Needle Fish Kill, and Killer Fish Scales makes him a tricky and dangerous opponent. He nearly defeated the Mist Hashira Muichiro, showcasing his considerable strength as an Upper Moon 5. His defeat came only after Muichiro activated his demon slayer mark.
5. Hantengu
Hantengu, the previous Upper Moon 4, possesses one of the most troublesome abilities. his power allows him to split into multiple entities, each with its own set of dangerous attacks. This demon’s strength lies in the sheer difficulty of defeating him.
It took the combined efforts of multiple skilled demon slayers, including Tanjiro, Nezuko, Genya, and Mitsuri Kanroji, the Love Hashira, to finally defeat Hantengu during the Swordsmith Village Arc.
4. Nakime
Nakime, the biwa-playing demon, earned her position as Upper Moon 4 after Hantengu’s defeat. Her unique Blood Demon Art allows her to control the Infinity Castle, manipulating its structure and creating portals at will.
While her combat abilities may not directly threatening as other Upper Moons, her power to instantly avoid sunlight and relocate enemies gives her a significant tactical advantage.
3. Akaza
Akaza, the martial arts master, holds the rank of Upper Moon 3 and is one of the most formidable demons in the series. He is the one who defeated the Flame Hashira, Kyojuro Rengoku, in a one-on-one battle. His strength comes from his unbreakable willpower and exceptional fighting skills.
Akaza’s Soryu Style, combined with techniques like Destructive Death and Blue Silver Chaotic Afterglow, makes him an incredibly dangerous opponent.
2. Doma
Doma, the charismatic and cruel Upper Moon 2, is arguably the most wicked of all the demons. His abilities include powerful ice manipulation techniques like Crystalline Divine Child and Rime-Water Lily Bodhisattva. His generative abilities are so advanced that even losing his jaw barely fazes him.
The strength he possesses lies not only in his immense power but also in his complete lack of empathy and willingness to use any means necessary for victory.
1. Kokushibo
Kokushibo holds the top position of Upper Moon 1. As a former demon slayer from the Sengoku Era, he combines his swordsmanship with his demonic power. His skills are so refined that even the powerful Hashiras Sanemi and Gyomei are forced into defensive positions when facing him.
His Moon Breathing Technique, enhanced by his Blood Demon Art, allows him to create devastating attacks like Crescent Moon Blades. His centuries of experience and continuous evolution make him the most powerful among all the Upper Moons.
From Kaigaku to Kokushibo, these demons showcase a wide range of skills that make them formidable opponents for even the most skilled Hashiras, for their raw strength, cunning, and devastating potentials of their Blood Demon Arts.
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