Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentōshō delivered a pivotal and emotionally charged confrontation in its twenty-first episode, titled “Wish (Part 2).” Aired in Japan on September 2, 2025, the episode plunged protagonist Jinya into a desperate battle against Tsuchiura amidst a torrential downpour, exploring themes of desire, betrayal, and the complex nature of demons.
The Intense Battle Against Tsuchiura
Episode 21 focuses heavily on the grueling encounter between Jinya and Tsuchiura. The fight takes place under heavy rain, amplifying the dramatic tension and the desperation of both combatants. As their grotesque forms clash, Jinya’s demonic left arm pulses, and a supernatural event unfolds where their memories begin to intermingle. This unexpected merging of past experiences provides both Jinya and Tsuchiura with a profound, albeit painful, understanding of each other’s histories and motivations.
Despite this newfound empathy, the battle rages on, as neither character is willing to yield. Jinya, reflecting on the wishes of the many demons he has encountered throughout his long journey, pushes Tsuchiura to reveal the true desires behind his relentless fight and his pursuit of an unbreakable body.
Unraveling Tsuchiura’s Past and the Nature of Demons
A significant revelation within “Wish (Part 2)” centers on Tsuchiura’s tragic backstory. Through the shared memories, it becomes apparent that Tsuchiura was betrayed in his past, a betrayal tied to a woman who, despite claiming love, seemingly had no choice but to turn against him due to threats to her family. This insight into Tsuchiura’s pain and obsession explains the deep-seated desires that transformed him into a demon.
The episode also delves deeper into the series’ overarching theme regarding the origin of demonic powers, suggesting that they often stem from “impossible desires” or intense, unfulfilled obsessions. Jinya’s strategy against Tsuchiura shifts from direct combat to an “absorbing” approach, allowing him to internalize Tsuchiura’s memories and ultimately overcome him. This method, while effective, highlights Jinya’s unique demonic abilities and his evolving understanding of his own nature.
Resolution and Glimpses of the Future
Following the climactic battle, the episode suggests a thematic resolution around demons moving away from the desires that initially cursed them. The narrative implies that through understanding and confrontation, the cycle of vengeance and obsession can be broken, or at least redirected.
In a post-credits epilogue, viewers are treated to a glimpse of a future where a grown-up Natsu, a character from the first cour of the series, has not only forgiven Jinya for her father’s death but also accepted his demonic existence. This epilogue further reveals that Natsu has married Zenji, her former servant, offering a sense of closure and a peaceful, if somewhat unexpected, resolution to her storyline. This development underscores the idea that time and understanding can indeed heal deep wounds.
Episode 21, “Wish (Part 2),” served as a powerful installment in Sword of the Demon Hunter, delivering both intense action and profound character development, while also setting the stage for future events in Jinya’s centuries-spanning quest.
