Kagurabachi Chapter 54 Summary: Hiruhiko Reveals Hishaku’s Secrets as Samura Confronts a Tough Challenge

Kagurabachi Chapter 54 debuted on Monday, October 21, 2024, at midnight JST within Weekly Shonen Jump issue #47. This installment unveils intriguing details concerning the Hishaku organization, which mobilized formidable forces to the Senkutsuji Temple with the intent of eliminating Samura and seizing one of the Enchanted Blades.

In the prior chapter, Hiruhiko attempted to trap Chihiro Rokuhira by manipulating innocent civilians with his Origami sorcery. He suggested that Chihiro, as a killer, shouldn’t overly concern himself with rescuing others. Despite embracing a path of vengeance, the Enten user refrained from harming innocent lives. He showcased the abilities of his Enchanted Blade, ultimately overcoming Yura.

Note: This article contains spoilers from Kagurabachi Chapter 54.

Kagurabachi Chapter 54: Yura Strategizes via Phone Call, Banking on Hiruhiko

The chapter, titled “Friendship,”opens with Yura assessing that he has a rudimentary understanding of the Kamunabi’s tactics. The leader of Hishaku suspects that their forces are bolstering their capabilities at every Sanzos in preparation for an impending assault.

Yura contemplates that if the Kamunabi are considering recruiting Chihiro Rokuhira, it hints at their being overstretched. However, he is troubled by the inability to locate Togo Shiba, recalling that they had a tumultuous encounter with him three years prior.

Yura also reflects on the fact that the Kamunabi have yet to reposition their resources away from their Tokyo headquarters, suspecting it’s a maneuver to safeguard the Sword Master, who is the contract holder for Shinuchi, currently hidden in Tokyo.

A Hishaku sorcerer in the chapter (Image via Shueisha)

While Yura enjoys a moment on a spring horse at the playground, he conveys to one of his associates that obtaining at least one Enchanted Blade is crucial for penetrating the Kamunabi’s fortified defense. The sorcerer on the line expresses concern about placing such significant responsibility on Hiruhiko.

Next, Yura receives a message from Hiruhiko on his phone, detailing his recent theatre escapade. Yura reasons that it’s alright since Hiruhiko maintains control over the troops. He views it as an opportune moment for Hiruhiko, who possesses essential battle skills; although his sorcery isn’t exceptionally powerful, it has matured into a formidable technique. Yura believes that the young sorcerer will swiftly adapt to using an Enchanted Blade.

Yura in the chapter (Image via Shueisha)

However, it’s revealed in Kagurabachi Chapter 54 that Hiruhiko still struggles with psychological maturity. Yura considers it beneficial for him to interact with Chihiro Rokuhira before claiming an Enchanted Blade. When the other individual questions what will happen if Hiruhiko fails, Yura assures him of several contingency plans, including a secret weapon. He believes there is no need for concern, as their strategy is well-laid out. Yura thinks that a loss could offer Hiruhiko valuable lessons for future encounters.

Kagurabachi Chapter 54: Hiruhiko Unveils Hishaku’s Secrets

Chihiro interrogates Hiruhiko in Kagurabachi chapter 54 (Image via Shueisha)

Following Yura’s dialogue with the unnamed Hishaku sorcerer, the narrative shifts to Chihiro Rokuhira, who is interrogating Hiruhiko. The young sorcerer is astonished by Chihiro’s ability to defeat him, as all he remembers is the moment everything faded to black after the Enten user confronted his cranes.

When Hiruhiko inquires about Chihiro’s strategy, the latter explains that he outmaneuvered Hiruhiko by cleverly filling the area with Kuro, thereby obscuring Hiruhiko’s vision. Hiruhiko is perplexed as to why Chihiro allowed the cranes to strike him.

The Enten user points out that Hiruhiko does not consistently transform his papers into cranes; he must have them within reach to do so and can only deploy the attack once within a timeframe. Furthermore, once the cranes engage an opponent, they cannot be used again.

Hiruhiko refuses to believe Chihiro's words (Image via Shueisha) — Hiruhiko rejects Chihiro’s claims (Image via Shueisha)

Chihiro’s intention was to ensure Hiruhiko had no additional cranes available to assault innocent bystanders, which is why he allowed them to expend their power. Chihiro’s philosophy in Kagurabachi Chapter 54 seems to escape Hiruhiko’s understanding; Hiruhiko cannot grasp Chihiro’s actions in prioritizing the protection of innocents.

In Hiruhiko’s view, they share a commonality as killers, but Chihiro contends that their differences drive them to seek each other’s demise. Eventually, a panel illustrates Hiruhiko experiencing a moment of realization, perceiving that their conflict may indicate a form of friendship.

Hiruhiko reveals information on Hishaku (Image via Shueisha) — Hiruhiko discloses Hishaku’s operations (Image via Shueisha)

In an unexpected turn, he divulges crucial insights regarding the Hishaku, stating that the organization consists of ten sorcerers led by Yura. Their ongoing plan targets the contracted sword bearers by assaulting their strongholds.

To execute this mission, they have enlisted 68 external sorcerers and procured 34 Datenseki weapons. Hiruhiko has total oversight of the forces engaged in this endeavor, including Hishaku personnel. Concurrently, Yura notices a shift in plans and perceives it as a daring yet intriguing gamble. Hiruhiko has allocated a significant number of sorcerers to the Senkutsuji temple, revealing a reluctance to deploy the organization’s secret weapon.

Kagurabachi Chapter 54: Samura Confronts the Hishaku Sorcerer at Senkutsuji Temple

The narrative transitions to the Senkutsuji temple, where numerous Hishaku sorcerers infiltrate the site, alarming the monks and guards about the aggressive surge of enemies. Suddenly, tree roots constrict around the temple.

In a pivotal moment, Hiruhiko dispatches the entire fighting capacity of Hishaku to Senkutsuji for deeply personal motivations, utilizing his origami papers to summon two Enchanted Blades, Tobimune and Kumeyuri.

Hishaku sorcerer with tree sorcery (Image via Shueisha) — Hishaku sorcerer utilizing tree sorcery (Image via Shueisha)

Hiruhiko surmises that he and Chihiro will soon stand on equal ground. Within the Senkutsuji temple, the elite squad from Kamunabi acknowledges the urgency of their situation before Hakuri regains his strength.

Simultaneously, Samura senses a sorcerer approaching, who is revealed to be the same Hishaku sorcerer introduced in the first chapter. The conclusion of Kagurabachi Chapter 54 sees Samura preparing to confront the Hishaku sorcerer, armed with tree sorcery skills.

Conclusion

Kagurabachi Chapter 54 effectively sets the stage for the upcoming arc, with Samura and Uruha’s relationship hanging in jeopardy. The developments indicate that Hiruhiko harbors personal grievances against those in Senkutsuji, possibly stemming from past encounters with Samura or a desire to acquire the Tobimune blade. Regardless, the Hishaku organization has taken a significant gamble that could yield important narrative outcomes.

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