Demon Slayer: All 9 Hashira ranked based on strength

In Demon Slayer, the Hashira are the strongest fighters in the Demon Slayer Corps. Each one uses a different style of sword fighting called Breathing Styles.

They fight powerful demons, including the dangerous Upper Moons and Muzan Kibutsuji, the main villain. However, some of the Hashira are stronger than others. Whether it’s through physical strength, battle experience, or special techniques, some stand ahead of the rest in Demon Slayer.

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Ranking of the Hashiras in Demon Slayer

9. Shinobu Kocho—The Insect Hashira

Shinobu is different from the other Hashira because she isn’t strong enough to cut off a demon’s head. Instead, she uses poison and special moves to kill demons by injecting them. Her Insect Breathing technique is accurate and efficient, which she boosts with her speed and intellect in battle. Although she is by no means weak, her lack of conventional fighting power puts her at the bottom of this list in Demon Slayer. But her courage, intelligence, and willingness to sacrifice herself to the battle against the Upper Moons prove she’s still a central piece of the team.

8. Mitsuri Kanroji—The Love Hashira

Mitsuri stands out for her unusual strength hidden behind her sweet and cheerful personality. Her Love Breathing style is based around quick, flexible motions, and she wields a whip-like sword that few can duplicate. She fights well and helps the other Hashira in the final battles. But her skills work best when she’s with others, so she ranks a little lower on this list.

7. Tengen Uzui—The Sound Hashira

Tengen is flashy, loud, and strong. He has great reflexes as a former ninja, plus excellent battle awareness. His Sound Breathing uses sound to read enemy movements, making it difficult to surprise him. In the Entertainment District Arc in Demon Slayer, Tengen fights against the Upper Moon 6 and shows impressive strength and skill, even while injured. He has great reflexes as a former ninja and excellent battle awareness. His Sound Breathing employs sound to read enemy movements, making it difficult to surprise him. After this battle, Tengen retires because of his injuries. But he is certainly one of the more hilarious and enjoyable characters in Demon Slayer.

6. Obanai Iguro—The Serpent Hashira

Obanai has a unique fighting style using Serpent Breathing. He’s quiet and strict but extremely skilled. In the final fight, he shows great courage and skill even when badly hurt. Obanai’s small frame allows agile and erratic movements, and his snake-like sword techniques confuse and ensnare foes. He proves his value in the fight against Muzan in the Infinity Castle arc, showing courage and strength despite heavy injuries.

5. Muichiro Tokito—The Mist Hashira

Muichiro is a prodigy who became a Hashira at a very young age. His Mist Breathing style is quick, confusing, and deadly. He might seem spacey and go-with-the-flow at first, but in battle, he’s focused and savage. Muichiro is the first Hashira to defeat an Upper Moon by himself. This shows how skilled he is. Natural talent combined with sharp instincts and wits made him a powerful Hashira.

4. Kyojuro Rengoku—The Flame Hashira

Known for his passionate attitude, upbeat spirit, and lethal Flame Breathing techniques, Rengoku is driven by a need to save as many as he can from the demons. In the Mugen Train arc, he battles Upper Moon 3, Akaza, and gives everything he has in one of the series' most memorable fights. Although Rengoku dies in that fight, the way he stood his ground and nearly defeated a top-ranked demon alone proves his power. His speed, skill, and spirit place him high in the rankings, even if we didn’t get to see him in later battles.

3. Giyu Tomioka—The Water Hashira

Giyu is calm and serious, and his Water Breathing style is smooth and deadly. He is one of the Hashiras introduced early on in Demon Slayer. This Water Hashira has proven himself in many battles in the show. Some of his notable fights were his involvement in the battle against Rui and the final battle against Akaza and Muzan. Giyu isn’t as strong as Gyomei or Sanemi, but his skill and calm nature make him a reliable fighter. He’s also one of the few who survived the fight with Muzan.

2. Sanemi Shinazugawa—The Wind Hashira

Sanemi is aggressive, wild, and incredibly tough. He has one of the most dangerous fighting styles among the Hashira. His Wind Breathing techniques are sharp and chaotic, matching his explosive personality. Sanemi also has rare blood that is especially attractive to demons, making him a unique weapon against them. In battle, Sanemi shows not only raw power but also a strong will to survive. He can keep fighting through pain and injury, and he played a major role in the final war against Muzan in Demon Slayer. His combination of strength and fighting spirit makes him one of the top Hashira.

1. Gyomei Himejima—The Stone Hashira

Gyomei is the strongest Hashira. Even though he is blind, he has amazing senses and strength. He uses a flail and an axe instead of a sword. His physical prowess is unrivaled, and even the Upper Moon demons all fear him. He joined the final fight against Muzan and the Upper Moons in the Infinity Castle arc. His skills, his stamina, and his willpower all demonstrate that he is one of the strongest of the corps in this fight. Gyomei's gentle demeanor and spirituality also give him a mental advantage during battle.

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Conclusion

Demon Slayer became a huge hit around the world. A big reason for its success is the group of powerful characters called the Hashira. Each contributes an individual backstory, combat technique, and persona that makes them memorable. While they are not as powerful as the legendary Yoriichi, they are strong in their own right. Although these rankings can change depending on how you define strength, this list is based on their performance and accomplishments in Demon Slayer. Regardless of where each Hashira stands, they all serve a considerable place in the battle against demons.