Demon Slayer S3: What is the Sun Breathing Technique? Explained

Demon Slayer S3 Sun Breathing

The highly anticipated third season of Demon Slayer has left fans buzzing with excitement as the story continues to unfold. One of the most interesting aspects of the series is the introduction of the Sun Breathing Technique. In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into what the Sun Breathing Technique is all about and how it’s shaping the story in Demon Slayer S3.

 

This technique is a powerful and enigmatic fighting style that holds the key to unlocking the true potential of the Demon Slayers. What to know who started it at first? Who is the current user of it? Then be with us till the end.

What are Breathing Style Techniques?

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Breath Style Techniques, also known as Breathing, are a set of swordsmanship techniques that are diligently taught and practiced among the members of Demon Slayer Corps. These are used in strengthening themselves for battles against demons of an equal or higher power.

  • These techniques are used in conjunction with Nichirin Blades, with few exceptions.
  • They are specialized breathing patterns that enhance lung capacity and oxygenation in the blood.
  • It boosts mental focus and physical prowess, and aid in countering poison and accelerating wound healing, even for severe injuries.

What is the Sun Breathing Technique in Demon Slayer S3?

The Breath of the Sun or Sun Breathing is Demon Slayer’s most potent Breathing Style, often regarded as the original or foundational style for others.

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It is an ancient and unprecedented swordsmanship style. Branched into Breath of Flames, Breath of Water, Breath of Wind, Breath of Stone, and Breath of Thunder, serving as the cornerstone for numerous other styles.

Who first created this amazing technique?

Yoriichi Tsugikuni was the first one to discover this unique art of breathing, and he later went on to become one of the greatest Demon Slayers of all time. The only known user of Breath of the Sun is Tanjiro Kamado and his father for now.

All Forms of Sun Breathing Technique

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The Sun Breathing technique, despite its simple name, boasts a versatile range of attacks capable of defeating formidable foes. With the second highest number of forms among all the breathing styles, Breathing leaves lasting scars on immortal demons.

Without explaining much, here are the 12 forms of it:

  • First Form: Dance
  • Second Form: Clear Blue Sky
  • Third Form: Raging Sun
  • Fourth Form: Fake Rainbow
  • Fifth Form: Fire Wheel
  • Sixth Form: Burning Bones
  • Seventh Form: Sunflower Thrust
  • Eight Form: Solar Heat Haze
  • Ninth Form: Setting Sun Transformation
  • Tenth Form: Beneficent Radiance
  • Eleventh Form: Dragon Sun Halo Head Dance
  • Twelfth Form: Flame Dance
  • Thirteen Form (Strongest): Combination of all the Forms

Who are the Inheritors of Sun Breathing in Demon Slayer?

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Out of the four practitioners of the Sun Breathing Technique, only the first and last have utilized it in actual combat against demons.

Yoriichi Tsugikini is the original user and creator. Tanjuro Kamado, Tanjiro’s father, was the second user, followed by Sumiyoshi as the third. Tanjiro Kamado is the final user of the Sun Breathing Technique.

Can someone learn the Sun Breathing Technique?

  • Sun Breathing stands as one of the rarest and most ancient forms of breathing techniques employed by Demon Slayers.
  • Serving as the origin from which all other breathing styles, used by other members and Hashiras in Demon Slayer, were derived.

It can be passed down to new learners as the Kamado family has over several generations.

Conclusion

That’s everything to know about Sun Breathing Technique in Demon Slayer S3. What do you think about it? Do let us know in the comments down below.


Also Read: Demon Slayer S3 Episode 3: Release date + Timezones & What to expect?

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