Inosuke

Inosuke Hashibira is a fictional character in Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga and anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. He is a member of the Demon Slayer Corps who fights using Beast Breathing, a self-taught swordsmanship style, and dual Nichirin blades with jagged edges. He is introduced as a wild and brash young demon slayer who travels with Tanjiro Kamado and Zenitsu Agatsuma.

Raised by a wild boar in the mountains after being abandoned as a baby, Inosuke carries an unusual upbringing that contributes to his instinctive and confrontational personality. He wears a boar mask in public and possesses highly developed senses, especially keen hearing and smell. His aggressive demeanor, pride, and impulsiveness contrast with his loyalty to his companions, and he often engages in feisty challenges with others.

Beast Breathing forms the core of his combat style, emphasizing fast, feral, and aggressive swordplay. Inosuke fights with two swords and relies on intuition and physical prowess to overwhelm opponents. While his technique is flashy, he also shows growth through teamwork and adapting to situations that require more restraint or strategic thinking.

In the narrative, Inosuke develops close camaraderie with Tanjiro and Zenitsu, forming a distinctive trio that supports each other through several major arcs. He participates in key missions across the series, including Natagumo Mountain, the Mugen Train arc, and the Entertainment District arc, contributing to the group’s efforts against demons while gradually refining his approach to battles and partnerships.