![]() Demon Slayer spends time on their histories, and portrays how they were once humans who succumbed to their most base emotions. The demons are antagonists, but they aren't cartoonishly evil, constructed simply to fulfill the role of villain in the narrative structure. This has helped Demon Slayer attract more girls and women than other popular series.Īnd the story is not a simple battle of good versus evil. They fight alongside the protagonist, rather than serve as props to be protected. The series has also drawn praise for its portrayal of female characters. Fans say everyone can find a character to empathize with and support. Its supporting characters have more depth than usual: the protagonist isn't the only one with a complex backstory and unique, distinguishable personality. ![]() The main themes are family love, friendship and overcoming the odds - all staples of the Shonen manga genre.īut Demon Slayer departs from traditional tropes in some significant ways. So what's the secret to the phenomenon? The series doesn't exactly reinvent the wheel. The 23rd volume, which concluded the series, was released on December 4th, 2020, and sold nearly 3 million copies in one week. ![]() The manga has been a runaway hit, selling over 100 million copies. Set in early 20th century Japan, the story follows a young boy who fights demons that killed his family and turned his beloved sister into a demon herself. The Demon Slayer franchise began in 2016 with a popular manga series published in the Weekly Shonen Jump magazine.
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