Ep. 6: Shirou's encounter with Tatsuma reveals Kurikara's history and Rin's connection
Aired on February 11, 2017

Shirou Fujimoto, the adopted father of Rin and Yukio, met Tatsuma Suguro during an attempt to retrieve the demonic sword Kurikara. The narrative focuses on a letter written by Tatsuma, which details the specific events surrounding the acquisition of this weapon. Kurikara serves as the primary object of worship for the Myouda Sect. This correspondence explains the circumstances under which the sword came into Rin's possession, providing background on the artifact's significance and its transfer to the protagonist.
Episodes
- Ep. 2 · Rin joins reinforcement unit to protect Kyoto office guarding Impure King's eye
- Ep. 3 · Bon, Konekomaru, and Shiemi react to events while Yaozou convenes Myouda sect leaders to question Head Priest Tatsuma
- Ep. 4 · The Myouda Sect General Meeting Descends Into Chaos Amidst Unresolved Betrayal
- Ep. 5 · Mysterious Connections
- Ep. 6 · Shirou's encounter with Tatsuma reveals Kurikara's history and Rin's connection
- Ep. 7 · The Impure King Revives as Tatsuma Requests Rin's Aid with the Kouma Sword
- Ep. 8 · Miasma spreads as exorcists counter the Impure King while Rin searches for Tatsuma
- Ep. 9 · Toudou confronts Yukio about his feelings while Suguro inherits the Gouha-en and travels to the sporangium with Rin.
- Ep. 10 · The Impure King emerges as Suguro struggles to maintain his barrier against the miasma.