Demon Slayer Chapter 147

Demon Slayer Chapter 147, titled "Small Cogs," emphasizes the interconnected roles of every individual in the Demon Slayer Corps, from the young leader Kiriya Ubuyashiki to the aspiring Hashira, as the battle against Muzan Kibutsuji intensifies. The chapter opens with Kanata Ubuyashiki, while meticulously mapping the Infinity Castle, momentarily overcome by grief for her recently deceased family members. Kiriya, with remarkable composure for his age, gently but firmly tells her to stop crying, reassuring her of their ultimate victory. Kanata, composing herself, resumes her crucial task. Outside their room, former Hashiras Tengen Uzui and Shinjuro Rengoku stand guard, both marveling at Kiriya's mental fortitude in the face of such profound loss. Shinjuro, especially, expresses awe at the young children bearing such immense responsibility and vows to protect them, echoing his son Kyojuro Rengoku's sacrifice, determined to restore honor to his family name. This display of unwavering dedication from both young and old underscores the profound unity within the Demon Slayer Corps in the thrilling narrative of the Demon Slayer manga.

Elsewhere, Sakonji Urokodaki tends to an unconscious Nezuko Kamado, who is visibly in pain, sweating profusely and groaning despite having been administered Tamayo's human-conversion drug. Sakonji notes that if Nezuko truly can revert to human form, Muzan's millennia-long scheme will unravel, as she is the only demon in history to be immune to sunlight. However, Sakonji himself is trembling with anxiety, realizing that the ancient war between humans and demons may soon reach its endgame—a historical moment he will witness firsthand. He reflects on Tanjiro Kamado's arrival, recognizing that his and Nezuko's presence initiated a crucial shift, like two small cogs setting a stagnant, giant machine into motion. He fervently hopes the siblings will not falter, understanding their pivotal role in this final confrontation. This poignant reflection highlights the immense pressure and hope placed upon Tanjiro and Nezuko, emphasizing their unique contribution to the Demon Slayer Corps' ultimate victory.

Back in the Infinity Castle, the intense battle between Tanjiro and Upper Rank Three, Akaza, rages on. Akaza lunges with a powerful punch, but Tanjiro skillfully counters with Hinokami Kagura: Fire Wheel, flipping over the demon and catching his arm with his blade. Tanjiro, summoning immense strength, severs Akaza's arm, but the demon swiftly regenerates it and retaliates with a rapid fist strike. Tanjiro evades with Hinokami Kagura: Fake Rainbow, reappearing behind Akaza and managing to slash through his head. Giyu Tomioka, witnessing Tanjiro's astonishing progression, is deeply impressed, acknowledging that Tanjiro's skill has now reached Hashira-level, capable of confronting an Upper Rank demon. Akaza, gazing curiously at Tanjiro, remembers Kyojuro Rengoku's words: "This boy is not weak. Do not insult him." Realizing the truth in Kyojuro's statement, Akaza acknowledges Tanjiro's newfound strength and, in a twisted display of respect, unleashes Technique Development, Destructive Death: Compass Needle, a powerful Blood Demon Art that indicates his readiness for a truly challenging battle. The chapter concludes with the fierce continuation of their high-stakes battle, with Tanjiro's awakened power challenging one of Muzan's most formidable demons, promising an explosive continuation of the thrilling Infinity Castle Arc in the Demon Slayer manga.