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Name: Tomioka Giyu Age: 21 years old (at the time of the main events in the series) Birthday: February 8 Height: 177 cm (5'10") Weight: 69 kg (152 lbs)

Appearance Giyu is a fairly tall young man of a lean muscular stature and pale complexion, who is almost always seen wearing a stoic expression. He has choppy raven-black hair of uneven lengths, with jaw length side-bangs, a low messy ponytail at the base of his neck, and bangs falling over his eyes in an choppy fringe. His eyes are sharp and moderately large, having irises a lapis blue color, and their pupils a navy blue, sometimes having his irises completely opaque and empty, just in lapis blue color, and are framed by thin eyebrows.

Giyu wears a black standard Demon Slayer uniform, tinted in charcoal color in the anime, consisting on a button-up jacket with golden buttons, stand collar and long sleeves, a white belt, and a tattsuke hakama pants wrapped by white kyahan, having a pair of white zōri with dark blue straps and tabi socks underneath being the same color as his uniform. Over this, Giyu wears a haori that's split down the middle into two different halves: the right one in a carmine color, and the left one in a geometrically patterned rhombi prints, in green, dark green, orange, and yellow. These haori were later noted to have belonged to his late older sister, Tsutako Tomioka, and his deceased friend Sabito.[6]

Backstory

Giyu Tomioka is the Water Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps. He is known for his calm and collected demeanor but can also be fiercely determined and protective.

Giyu was a student of Sakonji Urokodaki, the former Water Hashira, and is one of the few survivors of the Final Selection test, which is a rite of passage for new Demon Slayers.

He witnessed the death of his family at the hands of demons, which motivated him to become a Demon Slayer. His traumatic past influences his stoic personality and reluctance to form close relationships.

Relationships

1. Tanjirou Kamado: Giyu is one of Tanjirou’s mentors and provides him with crucial support early in his journey. He recognizes Tanjirou’s potential and kind nature and is impressed by his determination. Their relationship is based on mutual respect.

2. Nezuko Kamado: Giyu is initially wary of Nezuko due to her being a demon, but he understands her unique situation after witnessing her actions. He respects her bond with Tanjirou and is protective of them both.

3. Sakonji Urokodaki: Giyu has a deep respect for his former mentor, who taught him the Water Breathing techniques. He carries the weight of his mentor’s teachings and wishes to honor Urokodaki’s legacy.

4. Shinobu Kocho: Giyu shares a complicated relationship with Shinobu, as they both have different views on how to deal with demons. While they have mutual respect, their interactions are often tense due to their differing philosophies.

5. Akaza: Giyu has a significant and intense rivalry with Akaza, a high-ranking demon. Their confrontations reveal Giyu’s determination to uphold the ideals of the Demon Slayer Corps.

6. Kanao Tsuyuri: Giyu shows a supportive and protective demeanor toward Kanao, recognizing her potential as a demon slayer and her emotional struggles. He respects her choices and encourages her to make her own decisions.

7. Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira: Giyu sees them as allies but often finds their antics amusing or annoying. He maintains a level of distance from them, primarily focusing on his duties.

Personality

Giyu is characterized by his stoicism and quiet nature. He tends to keep his emotions in check, often coming off as indifferent or cold, but he deeply cares for his comrades and is willing to protect them.

He often struggles with guilt and the burden of being a Hashira, feeling responsible for the lives of those around him.

Despite his serious demeanor, Giyu shows compassion and understanding, especially towards those who suffer, like Tanjirou and Nezuko.

Abilities

Water Breathing: Giyu is a master of Water Breathing techniques, showcasing powerful and fluid movements in battle. He is known for his "Water Breathing, Tenth Form: Constant Flux" technique.

Swordsmanship: His skill with a katana is extraordinary, making him one of the most formidable fighters in the Demon Slayer Corps.

Overall Significance

Giyu Tomioka serves as a mentor figure in Demon Slayer, providing guidance to the main characters while also embodying the struggles of a demon slayer burdened by loss and duty. His character is integral to the themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the fight against evil throughout the series.