Kunishige begins forging the first enchanted blade

Kagurabachi Chapter 125 is here, and the story is taking a massive turn. While the focus was not on engaging in action, it did take a deeper dive into revealing lore about the origin of the enchanted blades. Readers are getting a reveal around Datenseki and Mikaboshi clan, which is just making everything become more exciting. Additionally, this chapter also takes time to uncover secrets, but the biggest hyped moment would be when Subaru is involved.

We get the first look at Surbaru’s sorcery in Kagurabachi Chapter 125. This week’s installment starts with a scientist talking and analyzing the Mikaboshi clan and how they are connected with Datenseki. The records reveal that this clan actually has incredibly different powers, like extraordinary vitality. It allows them to survive in situations that might end up killing an average humans.

Still from the manga - Source: ShueishaStill from the manga - Source: Shueisha
Still from the manga – Source: Shueisha

However, in Kagurabacahi Chapter 125 the discover that the secret towards the clans strenght was not just blessed. It looks like they have been maintaining this level of power by practicing horrifying sacrificial rituals. Readers might find this scene to be a little extreme. The creator has included a moment where we see the ritual site where several individuals are lying around the sacred stone, offering their lives.

This scene is a little gruesome because the bodies looked like they had been hollowed out. So it looked like the prayers done by the Mikaboshi clan were part of bloody ceremonies designed to harness the power of Datenseki. Moreover, the information we get from Kagurabachi Chapter 125 shows that the stone is not a natural resource but a dangerous force that humanity was never meant to control.


Kunishige begins forging, and Subaru’s Sorcery is finally revealed

Still from the manga - Source: ShueishaStill from the manga - Source: Shueisha
Still from the manga – Source: Shueisha

In Kagurabachi Chapter 125, the focus shifts to Subaru’s hidden workshop, and the legendary swordsmith begins a traditional Tatara forging process. This installment actually took its time to explain how they have been going through a painstaking process for several days.

Turns out Kunishige’s goal was pretty ambitious because he wanted to infuse Datenseki with iron ore to calm down the volatile material and strop is from exploding. One of the biggest moments in Kagurabachi Chapter 125 is the reveal of Subaru Yurita’s sorcery.

As government official Joji enters the workshop, he is shocked to discover multiple versions of Subaru working simultaneously throughout the forge. The chapter confirms that Subaru possesses a multiplication-type sorcery, allowing him to create several copies of himself.


Kunishige’s genius stuns everyone in Kagurabachi Chapter 125

Still from the manga - Source: ShueishaStill from the manga - Source: Shueisha
Still from the manga – Source: Shueisha

As they continue to forge, Kagurabachi Chapter 125 reveals how amazing Kunishige truly is. After spending so much time staring into the flames, he altered his eyes. This practice helped him adapt and evolve rather than suffering through permanent damage.

Then Subaru explains that Kunishige can perceive details within the forge that normal people simply cannot see. By using his unique ability, Kunishige finds a way to take control over Datenseki’s volatile properties. Even when government officials warn him about the dangers, Kunishige remains completely focused on his work.


Final thoughts

During the final pages of Kagurabachi Chapter 125, one thing gets confirmed: There is a breakthrough in the creation of the enchanted blades. With the manga set to enter a short hiatus soon, this chapter serves as an excellent setup for the next stage of the flashback.