Ep. 35: The True Owner of the Great Sword
Aired on July 16, 2001
Inuyasha and Sesshomaru clash over the Tetsusaiga, revealing the unexpected power of their inherited weapons. Following the battle, an injured Sesshomaru is aided by the young orphan Rin. Meanwhile, Koga, leader of the eastern wolf yōkai tribe, attacks villagers while hunting for Shikon Jewel shards. Koga's wolves kill Rin, but Sesshomaru discovers her body and uses the Tenseiga to revive her. This act allows him to realize the sword's true strength and its ability to heal and save lives.
Episodes
- Ep. 31 · Inuyasha and Kagome help Jinenji prove his innocence while facing a real yokai threat
- Ep. 32 · Kikyo and Inuyasha venture into the miasma while Naraku reacts to her survival
- Ep. 33 · Naraku traps the group in illusions while Kikyo betrays Kagome to seize the Shikon Jewel shards.
- Ep. 34 · Sesshomaru seeks new sword from Totosai, sparking conflict with Inuyasha over the blacksmith's safety.
- Ep. 35 · The True Owner of the Great Sword
- Ep. 36 · Koga the Wolf-Demon Abducts Kagome After Clashing With Inuyasha
- Ep. 37 · Inuyasha and friends race to rescue Kagome while Koga declares his love
- Ep. 38 · Kagome returns home after arguing with Inuyasha while friends worry about Hojo
- Ep. 39 · Koga and Inuyasha engage in a deadly duel after Kagura's attack on the wolf tribe.