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May 09, 2024, 19:24 IST

Prapti Upadhayay

Why Is Muzan Kibutsuji The Weakest-Written Villain In Demon Slayer?

May 09, 2024, 19:24 IST

Prapti Upadhayay

Demon Slayer: Hashira Training arc will premiere on May 12, and fans are excited to see their favourite characters back on screen.

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Undoubtedly, Demon Slayer stands as one of the finest manga and anime of our time. However, it has lacked in giving us a truly terrifying antagonist.

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Here are some of the reasons why Muzan is one of the weakest written villains:

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While Muzan is undeniably the most powerful villain in the story, his sole powers thus far include creating demons with his blood, murdering people in a second, and shape-shifting. Unlike the other Upper Moons, he lacks any intriguing Blood Demon Art, making him a somewhat generic villain.

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Muzan's backstory is average, with little emotion and no significant character growth. Unlike other Upper Moons such as Daki-Gyutaro, Akaza, and Kokushibo, Muzan's backstory is very cliché.

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Muzan's character lacks emotional depth and clear justifications for becoming a villain. He is self-serving, and his primary purpose is to avoid death. His thinking lacks the sophistication that we expect from modern-day villains."

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