This article focuses on the cause of the red eye of Demon Slayer’s protagonist, Tanjiro Kamado, and the current state of his right eye, which was damaged during the story.
Tanjiro’s red eyes were only mentioned briefly early on, and then remained a mystery for a long time.
As the story progresses to its climax, Tanjiro faces his final battle with Muzan.
Some people may be wondering what happened to his blind right eye and how that hint was resolved.
Here is some information about the red eyes of Tanjiro Kamado, the main character of “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.”
- Is Tanjiro’s red eye genetic?
- Was Muzan the reason Tanjiro lost his right eye?
We will be delivering this article titled “Is Tanjiro’s red eye genetic? Will his blind right eye be cured?”
Is Tanjiro’s red eye genetic?
Tanjiro Kamado has red eyes, a distinctive feature that stands out especially in the anime.
Throughout the series, there are several foreshadowings related to Tanjiro’s red eyes, and we’ll look back at these scenes to consider the reasons why.
Is Kamado Tanjiro a Bright Child?
In the 9th chapter of the manga’s Volume 2 (5th episode of the anime), Hotaru Kotetsuzuka mentions Tanjiro’s red hair and eyes when he delivers his Nichirin sword.
“If you come from a family that deals with fire, having red hair and eyes is a good sign and is welcomed.”
Kotetsuzuka calls Tanjiro’s eyes “red-scorching children,” indicating that they are considered a good sign in families that deal with fire.
As Kotetsuzuka himself is a swordsmith who works with fire, he seems to have been happy to see Tanjiro’s red eyes.
However, Kotetsuzuka was hoping that “the sword will also turn red,” but in reality, a black sword appeared, and as a result, he showed off some wrestling moves to Tanjiro Kamado as a bit of a vent to his anger (lol).
This part is not explored in depth in the story, and the background of Tanjiro’s red eyes is not explained in detail.
The Kamado family used to make charcoal, so red eyes may have been considered a good sign.
However, in reality, misfortune continues to occur, such as his family being brutally murdered and Nezuko becoming a demon.
Are Tanjiro’s red eyes inherited from his father, Tanjuro?
Tanjiro’s father, Kamado Tanjuro, also has red eyes.
Therefore, it is most natural to assume that Tanjiro’s red eyes were inherited from Tanjuro.
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Looking at the other members of the Kamado family, everyone except Aoie has red eyes, but Nezuko’s eyes are not bright red, but slightly pinkish in color.
(We don’t know what Mutta’s eyes are like because he is sleeping, but they are most likely red.)
Given these facts, it is reasonable to assume that he inherited them from Kamado Tanjuro.
However, the main story does not go into detail as to whether these red eyes are simply a genetic characteristic.
Or whether it is a phenomenon unique to those who use the “Sun Breathing.”
Perhaps there is a hidden setting behind the story.
Was Muzan the reason Tanjiro lost his right eye?
During the story’s climax, during the battle with Muzan, Tanjiro loses his right eye.
Considering the various hints surrounding Tanjiro’s red eye, why did his eye become damaged?
We’ll explain in detail how it came to this state.
When did Tanjiro lose his right eye?
After the Upper Rank demons are wiped out in the Infinity Castle, the final battle unfolds with Muzan, the greatest remaining enemy.
When the battle begins, only Tanjiro and Giyuu face off against Muzan, and they can only do their best to avoid his fierce attacks.
In the process, Tanjiro is unable to avoid the attacks of Muzan’s arms and tentacles, and his right eye is slashed.
The wound is so serious that it is thought that Tanjiro’s blindness in his right eye was confirmed at this point.
Muzan’s blood damaged the right half of his face?
After the final battle with Muzan on the surface, the Pillars struggled until dawn to keep Muzan chained to the surface.
During this, Tanjiro found that his right eye, which had been cut off earlier, had mutated into an abnormal shape.
This was caused by a cellular alteration caused by containing Muzan’s blood, and Tanjiro’s life was put at risk.
Tanjiro later regained consciousness thanks to the effects of a serum developed by Yushiro, but the right half of his face was damaged and he had effectively lost his right eye.
Will Tanjiro’s blindness in his right eye be cured?
He held out until dawn in the final battle with Muzan, and ultimately defeated him with the light of day.
Afterwards, Tanjiro was temporarily turned into a demon by Muzan’s strategy, but thanks to the efforts of Nezuko and the Demon Slayer Corps, as well as Kanao’s bold actions, he was returned to human form.
While Tanjiro was transformed into a demon, his lost right eye and left arm temporarily regenerated, but after he returned to human form, these regenerated parts were no longer functional.
As a result, Tanjiro was left blind in his right eye and had functional problems in his left arm, and Kanao’s eyesight was severely damaged due to her use of the Higan Shugan.
It can be said that the price of the final battle was extremely heavy.
summary
Thank you for reading “Is Tanjiro’s red eye genetic? Was Muzan the reason he lost his right eye?” to the end.
This time, I’ve summarized information about Tanjiro Kamado’s right eye from Demon Slayer.
It is highly likely that Tanjiro’s red eyes are inherited from his father, Tanjuro.
In the future, it is possible that Tanjiro’s red eyes and other hints will be explored further in side stories and other stories.
And in the final battle, Tanjiro suffers from serious after-effects, losing sight in his right eye and the function of his left arm.
Although the story has a happy ending, it is also a conclusion that involves many sacrifices and sadness.
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