Things start promisingly enough for the extra-long 48-minute premiere.

As openings go, its exactly the sort of breathless, story-centric gambit Demon Slayer should be aiming for.

Unfortunately, the first five minutes is the episodes high point.

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The Hashira meeting, chaired by a dying Kagayas wife Amane, is one such moment.

The montage of training in the premiere, too,almostcould have been enough.

Despite its flaws, Demon Slayers return is still a welcome one.

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For now, Hashira Training kicks off the first step towards Demon Slayers finale in fine enough fashion.

Demon Slayer season 4airs weekly on Crunchyroll.

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