Zenitsu has had one of the best pillars as a mentor: Jigoro Kuwajima
The Pilar del Rayo has always stood out for its incredible power and abilities within the Demon Slayer universe. However, the story of Jigoro Kuwajima, the previous holder of this important title, remains an unsolved mystery and is one of the most interesting characters being Zenitsu's grandfather, as well as his coach.
Although neither the anime nor the manga provide a clear answerthrough detailed analysis of the scattered clues, we can attempt to recreate the events that led Jigoro to resign from his position and embark on a new course of life. So, without further ado, in the following information we tell you what could have happened with one of the exilers of the Demon Extermination Corps in Demon Slayer.
The weight of the years made Jigoro retire from her position as Pilar
Jigoro Kuwajima is Zenitsu's grandfather and his trainer.
The passage of time is an implacable enemy, even for the most formidable swordsmen. Jigoro, already well into years when Zenitsu meets him, probably succumbed to the ailments of age and associated diseases. Physical strength, crucial to wield the sword with deadly precision, would have been diminished, making it difficult for her to comply with the such demanding obligations of being a Pillar.
As fundamental pillars of the demon hunting organization, they not only hold great power, but also the responsibility of preserve and transmit your knowledge to future generations. Jigoro, aware of this responsibility, could have seen in Zenitsu a suitable candidate to succeed him, investing years in his training in the hope that he would assume the mantle of Pilar del Rayo.
Jigoro Kuwajima just wants his grandson to become Pilar
The manga reveals a dark chapter in Jigoro's life, the death of his wife when Zenitsu was just a child. This tragic event marked him deeply, and may have prompted to reevaluate his role like Pilar and seek a calmer existence, far from pain and the death that characterized his work.
On the other hand, the possibility that Jigoro's retirement It occurred after an epic battle against a demon of enormous power. The injuries suffered in that confrontation they could have left him in a physical state that prevented him from continuing as Pilar, forcing him to take the difficult decision to hang up his sword.
Despite leaving Pilar's position, Jigoro he didn't lose a bit of his skill nor his commitment to the protection of humanity. His withdrawal allowed her to focus his energies on the formation of Zenitsu, becoming an invaluable mentor who molded the young swordsman into the formidable demon hunter that we know.
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