In the anime universe of Kimetsu no Yaiba, there is a special character who attracts attention not only for his appearance, but also for his attitude towards others, as well as the fact that he always cries most of the time.
Gyomei Himejima, also known as Stone Pillar, is one of the strongest Demon Slayers as he has incredible fighting techniques and great compassion, but there is a reason why he decided to become a hero.
The Great Demon Hunter in Kimetsu no Yaiba.
This character joins the Demon Hunters due to a combination of personal factors and external circumstances that force him to dedicate his life to fighting demons. He is a deeply devout and devout man with an unwavering belief in the principles and teachings of his religion.
Before joining the Demon Slayers, Gyomei was a Buddhist monk who lived in a temple in the mountains. However, his life changed dramatically when demons attacked his temple and killed his fellow monks, leaving him as the only survivor. This traumatic event was deeply etched in Gyomei’s mind and caused him to vow revenge on the demons that destroyed his home and community.
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The Stone Pillar protected the temple from demons by burning incense made from wisteria flowers every day, but one day things did not end well because a child disobeyed Gyomei and it ended in a terrible massacre in Kimetsu, not Yaiba.
By joining the Demon Hunters, Gyomei finds a new purpose in his life: to protect the innocent and cleanse the world of the demonic threat that has ravaged it. Through his dedication to his faith, unwavering determination, and immense abilities, Gyomei becomes one of the most powerful Pillars.
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