Demon Slayer: Start With Heroic Spirit Legacy System

The Hashira meeting was exclusive to Kagaya Ubuyashiki and demon slayers of Hashira rank, focusing on planning the Demon Slayer Corps' future.

"Makomo and Zhou Yi just joined, so they can sit in and listen. If you have any ideas, feel free to share," Ubuyashiki said considerately, making arrangements for the newly promoted Hashira.

Neither Makomo nor Zhou Yi had any objections.

"The main topic is the shortage of high-ranking combatants in the Demon Slayer Corps."

"Although Makomo and Zhou Yi's promotions temporarily alleviate the immediate crisis, I believe it's still worth discussing this issue in depth."

The Master's statement received unanimous agreement from three of the Hashira.

"In recent years, many promising talents have fallen to the Hand Demon."

"As a result, our Corps had only three Hashira before this, making it the weakest in history!"

Shinjurō Rengoku, the first to speak, pointed out this grave issue. The Rengoku family, as the backbone of the Flame Hashira lineage, had significant authority on this matter.

"We must find a solution!"

The issue was critical. Most members of the Demon Slayer Corps were orphans or those who held personal grudges against demons. The talent pool was far too narrow.

Everyone fell into deep thought, searching for answers. Even Makomo racked her brain for ideas.

But Zhou Yi's expression turned somewhat peculiar.

No high-ranking combatants? Didn't I just recruit the future Serpent Hashira, Flower Hashira, and Insect Hashira?

In a few years, won't the Corps soar to unprecedented heights?

Kagaya Ubuyashiki, ever perceptive, noticed Zhou Yi's expression.

"Zhou Yi, it seems you have an idea. Speak freely."

Uzui Tengen couldn't help but want to dissuade the young Water Hashira.

Look at the others here! You're just a 12-year-old kid—do you really think you can contribute to such a high-level discussion? Do you have the ability to deliver a quality suggestion? You don't! Understand?

Just as Uzui was about to voice his doubts, he was stopped by the ever-calm Rengoku Shinjurō.

"Let's hear him out. Don't be hasty."

Thus, Uzui avoided making a fool of himself.

"As for high-ranking combatants, we won't be lacking for long," Zhou Yi said cryptically, piquing everyone's interest.

"How so?" Kagaya Ubuyashiki's precognition wasn't always active—it only worked during significant events.

"I found a highly talented child while on Hachijōjima Island."

"Give him a few years, and he'll be a Hashira at the very least."

Indeed, Obanai Iguro was destined to become the future Serpent Hashira.

"Good job. Having a potential Hashira on our side is truly important," Kagaya said, his brows relaxing slightly.

"But just one… isn't that a bit insufficient?"

Sensing Kagaya's concern, Zhou Yi nudged Makomo beside him, signaling her to speak up.

"What should I say?"

"Talk about the Kocho sisters!"

With just a glance, the two exchanged the message.

"Master, we rescued two young girls in Takinogawa Village. They're also highly gifted, at least on par with me."

The moment Makomo said this, everyone except the duo gasped.

"On par with Makomo?"

Wouldn't that mean they were also potential Hashiras?

What kind of absurd luck did these two have? A trip outside, and they discovered three such promising children?

"Is that enough?" Makomo hesitantly asked, testing the waters.

"More than enough!" Tengen Uzui nodded instinctively.

He looked gratefully at the Flame Hashira beside him, his eyes full of admiration.

"Sir, you truly are dependable! I underestimated you!"

Presently, there were already five Hashira gathered, including Uzui. Three of them were over 14 years old.

The Stone Hashira was still in his prime, far from reaching his peak strength.

As for Rengoku Shinjurō, the Flame Hashira, though older, the Rengoku family's legacy was undeniable.

Shinjurō had two sons, one of whom was Rengoku Kyojurō, an exceptionally talented 11-year-old.

"If all goes well, this generation of the Demon Slayer Corps could have at least eight Hashiras!" Shinjurō exclaimed, barely containing his excitement.

"Too few! Still too conservative."

"You're missing the future Wind Hashira, Love Hashira, and Mist Hashira—not to mention Giyū Tomioka and Sabito," Zhou Yi mused silently.

With Zhou Yi's presence, not counting himself, the Corps' paper strength had increased by at least 50%.

Now, Kagaya was even more convinced that Zhou Yi was the key to breaking the Demon Slayer Corps' thousand-year curse.

"I have another piece of good news for you all," Kagaya announced.

"The fate between the Demon Slayer Corps and Muzan Kibutsuji will be resolved in our generation!"

The room stirred at these words.

Muzan Kibutsuji—the origin of all demons and their master.

For a thousand years, the Corps had been locked in a losing battle against demons.

Most hadn't even seen Muzan's face, only knowing his name was taboo.

Gyōmei Himejima clenched his fists tightly, the sound of his knuckles cracking echoing through the room. He had waited for this day for a long time.

Shinjurō's expression darkened as if recalling something terrifying, a trace of fear flashing across his face.

Zhou Yi noticed and understood—Shinjurō had read the Rengoku family's ancestral letters.

He decided to offer a hint.

"Muzan Kibutsuji is not invincible! On the contrary, he's a coward!"

...

The Hashira Meeting ended quickly. After a few farewells, everyone dispersed.

"Hey, Water Hashira! I'll make sure my son Kyojurō learns from you someday!"

Zhou Yi readily agreed—who could refuse the chance to mentor the young big brother?

While at it, he made a request of his own.

"If possible, I'd like to witness the secrets of Flame Breathing."

Earning exchange points through slaying demons was slow! Observing (stealing) others' techniques was much faster.

Makomo's newly learned Ice Breathing, likely derived from Water Breathing, had yet to advance her Heroic Spirit Legacy progress.

"No problem! Count on me. I'll stay overnight, so come find me tomorrow," Shinjurō said without hesitation, leaving confidently.

Zhou Yi also didn't let Uzui and Gyōmei go, arranging to exchange techniques with them tomorrow.

Sound Breathing derived from Thunder Breathing, and Stone Breathing was one of the five foundational styles, perfect for unlocking Heroic Spirit Legacy progress.

Finally, just as Zhou Yi and Makomo were about to leave, Kagaya stopped them.