Demon slayer vol 15 by koyoharu gotouge

Tanjiro and the crew have prevailed once again but they are in need of some recovery at the Butterfly Mansion, although this time for not as long as before. With the developments at the end of their last battle setting Muzun’s sights on obtaining Nezuko as well as killing Tanjiro, the Demon Slayer Corps is preparing for an all-out fight. That means a strict training regimen with the Hashira and all lower-rank members are put through a rigorous trial with every Hashira. As Tanjiro is still recovering, he tries to connect with Giyu, the Water Hashira, and the only member not participating. We learn why he always seems to separate himself from the other Hashira and why he is disappointed that Tanjiro isn’t keeping up with his Water Breathing.

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As a Nezuko fan, this volume had some wonderful payoff for me. I am so glad to see that she is given importance and weight. Tanjiro also gets some power up in this volume with the Hashira training, and he finally gets an amazing sword that will hopefully last and he won't break. Gotouge continues all the wonderful character development, this time with Giyu, who readers have been waiting to learn about since volume one. This has definitely been a slow burn that results in a satisfying payoff. 

Sara's Rating: 9/10
Suitability Level: Grades 7-12

Reviews of previous volumes in the series: vol 1, vol 2, vol 3, vol 4, vol 5, vol 6, vol 7, vol 8, vol 9, vol 10, vol 11, vol 12, vol 13, vol 14

Publisher: VIZ Media
Publication Date: August 4, 2020​​
ISBN: 9781974714780​ (Paperback)
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Tags: Rating: 9/10, Suitability: Middle School, Suitability: High School, Manga, Demons, Action Adventure, VIZ Media