In Demon Slayer Season 3, we get to know Mitsuri Kanroji better. But what are her powers and abilities? Just how strong is Mitsuri in Demon Slayer?
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What Are Mitsuri's Powers and Abilities?
As a Hashira -- a high-ranking combatant of the Demon Slayer Corps -- Mitsuri Kanroji is one of the strongest demon slayers.
While she's only in her late teens and looks rather small, she has an abnormal muscular construction, which is one of her key strengths.
Her condition makes her muscles eight times denser than a regular human's.
As such, Mitsuri possesses immense strength that makes her a match even for some of the strongest Hashira.
That being said, Mitsuri doesn't simply rely on her gifts. She has also developed enhanced endurance and stamina through rigorous training.
Moreover, she's extremely flexible, which allows her to dodge attacks and respond with fierce and dangerous counterattacks.
Mitsuri's signature technique is Love Breathing, a fighting style that combines Flame Breathing with her superhuman strength and flexibility, and with her unique Nichirin sword fighting style.
Who said love isn't powerful in battle?
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So, What Exactly Is Mitsuri's Love Breathing?
Each Hashira has their own Breathing Style -- esoteric breathing techniques they use in battle. Love Breathing is concentrated on the emotion of love, and Mitsuri's motions and techniques reflect that.
In Episode 10 of Demon Slayer Season 3, near the season's climax, we get a glimpse of Mitsuri's Love Breathing in her battle against Zohakuten.
Episode 10 of the Swordsmith Village Arc aka Demon Slayer's third season is devoted to Mitsuri's character, backstory, and powers, so it's your best source to understand her strength better!
Is Mitsuri the Strongest Hashira?
While no one should underestimate Mitsuri's powers, she's quite young and still has room to learn and grow stronger.
Based on everyone's current abilities in the manga, Mitsuri seems stronger than either Shinobi Kochou or Tengen Uzui, though both are incredible fighters.
Fans cannot seem to decide whether Mitsuri could also overpower Muichiro Tokito.
Discussions lean towards Muichiro's favor given that he's a child prodigy who earned his rank very young, but there are arguments that favor Mitsuri, too. Since both fight on the same side, it's hard to tell.
Giyu Tomioka and Sanemi Shinazugawa are widely considered to be the strongest Hashira, but there's plenty of room for Mitsuri to grow and develop her abilities even more.
In any case, Mitsuri can definitely stand her ground in battle. Early in Season 3 of Demon Slayer, she defeats a giant Fish Demon by herself.
By the end, she stands her ground against the demon Zohakuten; a truly impressive feat.
Is Mitsuri Stronger Than Tanjiro?
Demon Slayer Season 3 had plenty of opportunities for Mitsuri to showcase her powerful potential, but is she stronger than Tanjiro Kamado?
Given that Mitsuri and Tanjiro are on the same team, we can only speculate, especially since each fighter has their own unique style.
Generally, Mitsuri is considered to be one of the Hashira that Tanjiro could beat if he tried.
While she's very powerful and her breathing style does do some harm to characters like Muzan, other Hashiras' techniques are considered stronger.
Fans were nevertheless excited to see Mitsuri's full potential in the Swordsmith Village Arc of Demon Slayer!
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