Happy Mother's Day: Demon Slayer comes back with a new arc this Sunday

Nothing says "Happy Mother's Day" like one of my favorite anime returning with a brand new season.

This Sunday, May 12th, is about to get a whole lot more exciting because Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is coming at you with a brand-spanking-new arc, and it’s not just any old arc – it's the Hashira Training Arc. Clear your morning because it kicks off with an extra-special extended episode at 11:45 AM PT, and trust me, you won't want to miss a minute of it.

If you’re new to the demon-slaying game, here’s the scoop: Demon Slayer follows Tanjiro Kamado, a kind-hearted boy turned fierce demon slayer after a demon offed his family and turned his sister, Nezuko, into a demon too. Since its debut in 2019, this show has been all about the high stakes and heart-pounding action. This series has seriously been around the world with movies and special screenings from New York to Tokyo - and I was lucky enough to attend the one in NYC earlier this year.

Now, what’s the buzz about this Hashira Training Arc? Well, it’s going to dive into the elite ranks of the Demon Slayer Corps – the Hashira. These folks are the top of the top, and Tanjiro's about to get a masterclass in demon-slaying from them. And if you missed the early peek during the global movie screenings, don’t sweat it – Crunchyroll has your back with this arc debuting weekly at a new time, 10:45 AM PT, starting the week after the premiere.

So, why all the hype? Easy: between the manga’s massive success (I'm talking 150 million copies massive), the previous arcs, and the groundbreaking movie Mugen Train, Demon Slayer isn’t just a hit - it’s a global phenomenon. And let’s not forget about the star-studded events and the powerhouse talent behind our favorite characters that have been bringing fans together worldwide.

So, set your alarms, prep your snacks, and get ready to jump back into the action-packed, heart-stirring world of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba this Sunday, May 12th. It's going to be epic!