Giyu Tomioka

Giyu Tomioka is a major character in the anime and manga series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba by Koyoharu Gotouge. He is the Water Hashira (Pillar) of the Demon Slayer Corps — one of the highest-ranking and most powerful swordsmen in the organization. ? Basic Information: Name: Giyu? Tomioka (冨岡 義勇) Title: Water Hashira (Mizu no Hashira) Affiliation: Demon Slayer Corps Breathing Style: Water Breathing (Mizu no Kokyu?) Voice Actors: Japanese: Takahiro Sakurai English: Johnny Yong Bosch --- ? Appearance: Giyu? has a calm and stoic demeanor, which reflects in his appearance. He wears the standard Demon Slayer uniform, but with a unique haori — half patterned with a geometric design (green and yellow, once belonging to Sabito), and half plain burgundy (from Tsutako, his sister). This symbolizes his connection to both lost loved ones. He has: Messy black hair tied in a low ponytail Sharp indigo eyes A tall, lean build --- ? Personality: Giyu? is quiet, serious, and emotionally reserved. He often comes across as cold or indifferent, but he deeply values life and justice. He’s haunted by survivor’s guilt and feels unworthy of his Hashira title due to the deaths of Sabito and Tsutako. Notably, he breaks the Corps' code by sparing Nezuko Kamado, a demon, after seeing her protect her brother, Tanjiro — a rare show of emotional intuition that sets much of the story in motion. Despite his distance, he shows deep loyalty to his comrades and respect for human life. --- ?? Abilities: As a Hashira, Giyu? is incredibly powerful. His abilities include: Water Breathing Mastery: He uses multiple forms of Water Breathing techniques, characterized by fluid and graceful movements. Eleventh Form – Dead Calm: A technique unique to Giyu?, which nullifies incoming attacks with an impenetrable calm. Enhanced Speed, Strength, Reflexes: He can match or surpass high-level demons in combat. ---