Hantengu

The Aberrant Demon Who Splits Apart

A powerful demon ranked as Upper Rank Four. An otherworldly existence capable of splitting into diverse forms to battle.

Quotes

  • I am the strongest demon in this world.
  • Even if I split, I am me.
  • Naive. This is your challenge.
  • Don't think you can escape.
  • The real battle starts from here.

Trivia

  • Hantengu's ability allows splitting into multiple faces and bodies, each possessing an independent personality.
  • The name derives from the Buddhist guardian deity 'Hanten' combined with the demon 'dog'.
  • In the anime version, voice actor Toshiyuki Morikawa excellently expresses the coldness and dignity.
  • A formidable enemy character as Upper Rank Four who battled fiercely against the Hashira.
  • Each of his splitting personalities has distinct emotions and combat techniques.

Alternate names

Hantengu Upper Moon 4

Tags

Demon Slayer Upper Rank Four Demon Splitting Ability Formidable Opponent Monstrous Form Transformation Cursed Techniques

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Profile

Species
Demon
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
An eerie and malevolent monstrous demon. Its base form resembles a gaunt old man and is characterized by splitting into numerous faces and torsos.
Height
Approximately 180cm
Eye color
Red
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Possesses numerous faces
  • Monstrous torso
  • Ominous crimson eyes
Iconic items
  • Multiple split body parts

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Ruthless
Detailed personality
Cold-hearted and merciless, will resort to any means to protect his own life. Excels in insidious tactics of fighting while splitting and sometimes displays an arrogant attitude.
Keywords
  • Ruthless
  • Cunning
  • Cold-blooded
  • High pride
  • Combative
  • Self-preservation instinct
Talents
  • Monstrous ability to split the body into multiples
  • High-speed regeneration ability
  • Diverse attack patterns
  • High combat ability
Skills
  • Cursed splitting tactics
  • Body manipulation
  • Stealth actions
  • Psychological warfare
Motivation
To boast of his own strength and survive
Habits
The multiple personalities from splitting may simultaneously express different emotions or statements

History

Backstory
Details of his human background are unknown, but a heinous demon who became a demon and rose to Upper Rank Four. Possesses the special ability of splitting, using multiple faces and torsos to fight.
Debut date
circa 2016
Work title
Demon Slayer
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 54 (manga)

Butterfly Mansion Attack

Significant event
Butterfly Mansion Attack
Description
After the Hashira meeting, assaulted the Butterfly Mansion and tormented the Corps members.

Battle with Zenitsu

Significant event
Battle with Zenitsu
Description
After being cornered by Tanjiro and others, confronted numerous Demon Slayer Corps members including Zenitsu.

Defeat in the Final Battle

Significant event
Defeat in the Final Battle
Description
Defeated by Upper Rank One Kokushibo and met his end.

Relationships

Kokushibo

Rival

Was in a rival relationship as Upper Rank Five.

Demon Slayer Corps

Enemy

Hostile relationship, repeatedly engaging in clashes.

Twelve Demon Moons

Twelve Demon Moons: unknown

Media appearances

Demon Slayer

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 2016

Demon Slayer

Anime / Supporting

2019 TV Anime version

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Mugen Train

Movie / Supporting

Released in 2020

Voice cast and creators

Toshiyuki Morikawa

Voice actor
Toshiyuki Morikawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version
Notes
Primary voice actor

Ray Chase

Voice actor
Ray Chase
Language
English
Version or series
English dub

Koyoharu Gotouge

Creator name
Koyoharu Gotouge
Role
Original author

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Creator name
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Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Hantengu Figure

Item name
Hantengu Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Hantengu Acrylic Stand

Item name
Hantengu Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited

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