Demon Slayer Chapter 102

Demon Slayer Chapter 102, titled "Hello Tokito," thrusts Tanjiro Kamado into an unexpected and confrontational encounter with the enigmatic Mist Hashira, Muichiro Tokito, and introduces a powerful training tool within the secluded Swordsmith Village. The chapter opens with Tanjiro observing from behind trees as a young child desperately yells at Muichiro, refusing to hand over a key or share his knowledge. To Tanjiro's horror, Muichiro swiftly strikes and grips the boy, prompting Tanjiro to rush over and restrain the Hashira's wrist, attempting to force him to release the child. This initial interaction immediately highlights Muichiro's cold and detached demeanor, contrasting sharply with Tanjiro's compassionate nature, setting a tense tone for their interaction in the unfolding Swordsmith Village Arc of the Demon Slayer manga.

Despite his smaller and leaner physique compared to Tanjiro, Muichiro remains unyielding, demanding Tanjiro release his grip. He quickly punches Tanjiro in the stomach, dismissing him as weak. Muichiro then senses Nezuko within Tanjiro's box, but Tanjiro defiantly slaps his hand away, prioritizing the boy's safety. When the child continues to deny Muichiro the key, the Hashira cruelly insults him and other swordsmiths, declaring them worthless beyond their craft and asserting that this conversation is a waste of time that could be better spent saving lives. Enraged by Muichiro's degrading words, Tanjiro retaliates with a punch, expressing his disgust at the Hashira's cruelty. While acknowledging the potential truth in Muichiro's statements, Tanjiro passionately emphasizes the vital importance of swordsmiths, highlighting their unspoken contributions to the Demon Slayer Corps, even if not on the front lines. Muichiro abruptly cuts him off, striking Tanjiro in the neck and knocking him unconscious. Just before losing consciousness, Tanjiro glimpses Hotaru Haganezuka hiding behind a tree, adding another layer of intrigue to the mysterious village.

While unconscious, Tanjiro vaguely overhears a conversation between the child and Hotaru, but the swordsmith quickly flees as Tanjiro begins to awaken. After composing himself, Tanjiro excitedly asks if Hotaru was indeed there, which the boy nervously denies. The child then reveals that he ultimately gave the key to Muichiro, prompting Tanjiro to apologize for his intervention, acknowledging it wasn't his place. However, the boy thanks Tanjiro for bravely defending a complete stranger against a Hashira. Their conversation deepens as the boy explains the key's purpose: to operate a decaying mechanical training doll, a relic built by his ancestors for swordsmen to hone their skills. In the midst of their discussion, loud sounds suddenly erupt. The boy leads Tanjiro to where Muichiro is intensely training with the formidable battle doll, now revealed as the legendary Yoriichi Type Zero. This dramatic revelation in Demon Slayer Chapter 102 signifies the discovery of a crucial training mechanism, promising significant power upgrades for Tanjiro and setting the stage for intense training and further confrontations in the thrilling world of the Demon Slayer manga.