The latest episode of Sword of the Demon Hunter, which aired on April 22, 2025, marked a pivotal moment in Jinta’s journey as he engaged with the slasher demon responsible for Hatsu’s death. Titled The Devourer Part 2, this episode delves deeply into the complex dynamics between Hatsu and Mosuke, revealing Hatsu’s acceptance of Mosuke despite his demonic nature.
In contrast to the earlier episodes that focused heavily on action-packed combat, the series is now adopting a more investigative format which will persist in the forthcoming episodes. This change allows for the introduction of pivotal characters that are crucial to Jinta’s century-long pursuit of justice and redemption.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for Sword of the Demon Hunter episode 4.
Episode Highlights
Beginning with a continuation from the previous episode, Sword of the Demon Hunter episode 4 shows a follow-up conversation between Ofuu and Jinta. Throughout their journey home, Jinta attempts to maintain his stoic demeanor while Ofuu skillfully probes into his uptight personality.
As they walk, the conversation gracefully shifts to the beauty of flowers, which often go unnoticed despite their abundant presence. Ofuu encourages Jinta to pause and appreciate the simple beauties life offers—a poignant reminder of finding solace amid chaos.
Shortly thereafter, Jinta and Mosuke find themselves face-to-face with the slasher demon in an attempt to save an innocent woman. In the ensuing chaos, the demon escapes, prompting Mosuke to pursue. Jinta tends to the woman, who is revealed to be Natsu, his adopted sister from episode 2, who was running errands nearby. Zenji, Natsu’s aide, appears moments later, bringing news of the temple rumored to be the demon’s hideout.
The investigation becomes more dire as Mosuke learns that the demon is notorious for consuming women while hinting at needing to “return”somewhere specific. In a shocking twist, the demon discovers Mosuke, gravely injuring him and leaving him in a critical condition. Jinta arrives at the temple only to find Mosuke mourning the inability to avenge Hatsu’s death, making for a dramatic and emotional scene.
In a bittersweet moment, Mosuke implores Jinta to avenge Hatsu, relinquishing his demonic powers as a parting gift. Within this intense narrative, the demon reflects on its dark origins—its instinctual drive to kill and desire to “return home.”Jinta finally manages to locate and eliminate the demon, only to uncover a haunting truth: Hatsu was not murdered by the demon but by two men from Edo who had preyed upon her. In a tragic transformation, Hatsu’s spirit was shattered, leading her to adopt a vengeful existence as a demon, driven to kill men while desperately trying to consume women to reclaim her lost memories.
This narrative deeply resonates as Jinta recognizes Hatsu’s instincts were aimed at returning to Mosuke. In a touching farewell, he places both Mosuke and Hatsu’s belongings together in their now-empty home, concluding the episode on a reflective note. The episode wraps up with Jinta on a mission to exact revenge on Hatsu’s violators, offering a resolution to the untimely deaths of both Mosuke and Hatsu.
Conclusion
This episode of Sword of the Demon Hunter continues to explore the nuanced contrast between human and demon nature. Audiences are left anticipating how the series will progress.
Mark your calendars for April 29, 2025, when episode 5 is set to unveil another captivating mystery for Jinta to unravel.