Demon Slayer Character Spotlight: Sakonji Urokodaki

Urokodaki used to be a retired Demon Slayer Corps member known to possess the prestigious title of water Hashira, a demon’s slayer swordsman with strength in water breathing technique. 

This article analyzes Sakonji Urokodaki’s background, temperament, abilities, and character in the Demonslayer universe. We will also answer some of the most commonly asked questions about this symbolic and respected individual.

Who is Sakonji Urokodaki?

Sakonji Urokodaki is a retired Water Hashira, one of the masters of the Water Breathing technique, and the mentor of slayers. Since being officially known for his prowess, he lives in a secluded cabin at the foot of Mt. Sagiri and works to train young and aspiring swordsmen who wish to be drafted into the Demon Slayer Corps.

He is an older man with gray hair and a tengu mask that hides most of his face. He dons a kimona patterned in clouds, navy pants, white leg guards, black socks and blue sandals with no shoes. During his travels, he also dons a white linen piece over his head and neck.

What is Sakonji Urokodaki’s history?

While Sakonji Urokodaki is not of a small age, his history remains mainly clad in secrecy, as he fails to speak much about his past. However, it is found out that he was once a terrifying demon slayer and was promoted to the level of Water Hashira- the leader of water-breathing users.

Sabito was his apprentice who took him as a father. Sabito was a skilled swordsman able to learn Water Breathing early in his life. This was when Sabito was killed in the Final Selection exam, a vital test of demon slayers which determined their skills and entry into the corps by a strong demon known as the Hand Demon.

The Hand Demon was an evil entity that murdered 13 of Urokodaki’s former disciples during their final selection tests. The demon reminded Urokodaki of his failure as a mentor and his inadequacy in protecting the disciples.

What are Sakonji Urokodaki’s abilities?

Urokodaki Sakonji is a master of Water Breathing, one of the five breath styles that were derived from the Sun Breathing technique. With the Water Breathing technique, the user can control breathing rhythms to aid physical exploits and produce swirls with their sword movements that copy water.

• First Form: Slashing the Water Surface – A single fast slash through everything.
• Second Form: Water Wheel – A spinning slash that spins water and creates a vortex.
• Third Form: Flow Dance – A line of sleek cuts that move like water wavelets.
• Fourth Form: Impact wave – The horizontal slash causes an attack of water.
• Fifth Form: Merciful Rain – A lightly cutting slash that allows saving or sparing the victim’s life.
• Sixth Form: Whirlpool – A spiral slash that produces a series of small whirlpools around the users.
• Seventh Form: Piercing Rain Drop – Jabbing thrust that goes the target in the same manner as a raindrop.
• Eighth Form: Waterfall Basin – A slash that is sheared down, forming a waterfall.
• Ninth Form: Water Splashing Flow – a slash delaying the activity of splashing water.
• Tenth Form: Flux – A steady and high pressure of slashes that shock the enemy.

Urokodaki also knows how to fight with his bare fists and which traps to use. He has taught his body to survive in hostile environments and how to enjoy the light minutes after a shutdown. He has keen senses and is prompt in action. He knows everything about demons and their weaknesses as well.

Questions

Why does Sakonji Urokodaki wear a mask?

Sakonji Urokodaki has a mask covering his face, which is typical for Tengu. A tengu is a Japanese folklore-oriented creature that looks like a bird-humanoid with an oversized long nose. Mountains, forests, the art of warfare and wisdom are associated with Tengu.

How old is Sakonji Urokodaki?

Sakonji Urokodaki’s age is not clearly determined, but it is estimated that he was about 70. He was already an old man when he met Tanjiro Kamado, who was 13 years old. At the time, he had Giyu Tomioka, who was 14 years old. He was already retired from active demon slaying.

Conclusion

He is a former Water Hashira who has mastered the Water Breathing style and has served as a teacher of demon slayers. He is responsible for training and developing several significant characters from the series, such as Kamado Tanjiro, the story’s main protagonist.

He is stubborn and rough about training principles, but he is also kind. We hope that this information is informative to you. For more such updates, stay tuned with us.