Ep. 4: Hyakkimaru confronts the true demonic nature of Lady Bandai in the village.
Aired on April 27, 1969

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After Hyakkimaru rescues Dororo, they track the mysterious Kanekozo to a bamboo grove, where digging reveals buried gold coins. The group presents the treasure to Lady Bandai, who distributes it to the villagers. That night, Hyakkimaru and the villagers ambush the monster while Dororo watches Lady Bandai but falls asleep. The creature destroys a home, leading Hyakkimaru to Lady Bandai’s residence, where her true demonic form is exposed. A chase ensues, resulting in the monster’s death. During this event, Hyakkimaru’s left leg regenerates, bringing him joy. However, the villagers, viewing Hyakkimaru as a monster, force him and Dororo to leave the settlement.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Hyakkimaru’s Origin Story and First Encounter with Dororo
- Ep. 2 · Hyakkimaru reveals his past to Dororo while seeking revenge on demons and samurai.
- Ep. 3 · Hyakkimaru and Dororo investigate a village cursed by a monster while facing Lady Bandai's denial.
- Ep. 4 · Hyakkimaru confronts the true demonic nature of Lady Bandai in the village.
- Ep. 5 · Hyakkimaru and Dororo endure heat as Dororo recalls his traumatic childhood during the Onin War
- Ep. 6 · Dororo continues his tragic narrative as Hibukuro faces betrayal and death while Ojiya perishes in winter.
- Ep. 7 · Hyakkimaru and Dororo encounter the demon sword Nihil and its former owner Tanosuke Niki
- Ep. 8 · Tanosuke's Tragic Past and the Demon Sword Nihil's Final End