Kagurabachi Chapter 43: Shinuchi’s Final Showdown with Kyora Sazanami, as Chihiro and Hakuri Rescue Prisoners from the Rakuzaichi Vault

The latest installment, Kagurabachi chapter 43, was made available on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 12 am JST in the 35th issue of Weekly Shonen Jump. This chapter depicted the unfortunate fate of Kyora Sazanami as he fell victim to Shinuchi’s corrosive powers. Meanwhile, Chihiro and Hakuri successfully liberated the remaining prisoners from the sorcerer’s Storehouse.

In the preceding chapter, Kyora Sazanami’s control over Shinuchi slowly slipped away as the sword’s powers overwhelmed his mind. Hakuri became aware that the Storehouse was not sustainable for much longer, prompting Chihiro to willingly return to the Storehouse with the assistance of the sorcerer.

This article may reveal spoilers from chapter 43 of Kagurabachi.

Kagurabachi: Rescue Operation Begins as Kyora’s Condition Worsens

In Kagurabachi chapter 43, titled “Fulfill,”Chihiro Rokuhira is ready to use his Spirit Energy to transfer all the prisoners from Kyora Sazanami’s collapsing Storehouse to safety. Shiba and Hiyuki are concerned for Chihiro’s well-being during this dangerous task.

Hakuri carefully studies Kyora Sazanami’s state, noting that the sorcerer’s unwavering determination and strength of will are the only things preventing the Storehouse from being destroyed.

Chihiro, as seen in the chapter (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

Hakuri believes that if Shinuchi’s corrosion overpowers the sorcerer’s will, the Storehouse will vanish along with Chihiro and the other prisoners. Therefore, he relies on Kyora Sazanami’s determination.

In chapter 43 of Kagurabachi, Shinuchi’s flowers wreak havoc in the auction hall. The Kamunabi sorcerers warn each other that they must flee in order to survive, especially with Kyora Sazanami uncontrollable.

Recalling Kyora’s Wife

Kyora Sazanami remembers his wife (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

The focus in chapter 43 of Kagurabachi changes to Kyora Sazanami, who reflects on the words of his deceased wife. She expressed her desire for Kyora to put an end to the Rakuzaichi auction, as she believed her husband and other members of the Sazanami family had been influenced by the “sacred tradition.”

She believed that if Rakuzaichi didn’t exist, Kyora might have been a little more human. In addition to his wife’s memories, the sorcerer also recalls the moment when his father had given him the responsibility of Rakuzaichi.

Hiyuki saves Hakuri (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

In chapter 43 of Kagurabachi, Kyora Sazanami fights against the Shinuchi in an attempt to prevent its powers from taking over his mind. Shiba observes Kyora’s inner struggle, which is exactly what Hakuri and the others had been anticipating. The sorcerer deems them “crazy”for having faith in Kyora’s determination.

Kyora is determined not to let the auction be ruined and urges his audience to eliminate his threats and offers to pay them. He is determined for the auction to continue. As a group of sorcerers notice Hakuri, they immediately charge towards him. However, Hiyuki Kagari steps in to protect the sorcerer while simultaneously working on freeing the remaining prisoners from the vault.

Kagurabachi: Chapter 43 – The Rescue Mission

As he focused on moving the Spirit Energy-infused inmates from the vault to safety, Hakuri is reminded of the ice woman he encountered in the past. He is determined to not let anyone meet the same fate and makes sure to rescue each prisoner alongside Chihiro, displaying their unwavering determination and resolve.

As he reflects, Kyora once again remembers his deceased wife and Chihiro Rokuhira. He realizes that his biggest error was not following Hakuri’s advice instead of neglecting tradition. Kyora recollects his fight with Chihiro and acknowledges that he should have trusted his son, Hakuri, as his best option.

Kyora Sazanami succumbs to his death (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

At first, he was hesitant to accept it as it did not align with his personal ideals. As he thought about his children, Kyora couldn’t help but feel regret as the only member of the Sazanami family who was unable to fulfill his duty. In that moment, Chihiro Rokuhira walked back into the hall and noticed Kyora.

In the following chapter, it is revealed that Shinuchi’s flowers have sprouted from the body of Kyora Sazanami, indicating his demise. The 43rd chapter of Kagurabachi concludes with Kyora, the man who dedicated his life to the Rakuzaichi, passing away with his unwavering determination intact.

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