Who is that?
Inuyasha's older brother.
I was right. He is the one who's after you.
Exactly! So protect me!
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S1 E15Unfinished Business
Inuyasha, why have you conspired with Totosai to plot against me?
Because you happen to be evil incarnate!
Totosai, it seems you're looking for an early retirement into your grave.
I never said I was talking about you, Sesshomaru!
So you absolutely refuse?
Be quiet, you ungrateful mongrel! You know as well as I do, I already made you an excellent sword! The famous sword that you now wear- the Tenseiga. I also forged from a fang given to me by your father. He clearly instructed the eldest brother should have the Tenseiga, and the youngest brother would have the Tetsusaiga! That was your father's last wish. It is a great sword of swords. No greater and no better than the Testsuaiga! You should learn to respect and love it!
So that old man also made Sesshomaru's sword?
Though, come to think of it, I never seen Sesshomaru unsheathe his sword in any of the battles yet. Have you?
No. You're right.
Totosai, I been thinking about Sesshomaru's sword. Is it really as powerful as the Tetsusaiga like you said?
The Tenseiga? Its abilities are unlike any I've heard of before. When your father first commissioned me to forge it, I shuddered at the very thought of its immense powers.
It's a blade that doesn't cut? So how are you supposed to fight with a sword like that?
The Tenseiga is not a sword used against foes. To put it simply, it is a sword of healing.
Healing?
The Testsuaiga is a sword that defeats the powerful, and the Tenseiga is a sword that has the ability to save the lives of the weak.
It saves lives?
If the bearer has kindness of heart towards humanity, then the Tenseiga has the power to save a hundred people in one sweep.
Kindness of heart?
So the Tetsusaiga can slay a hundred demons in one sweep, and the Tenseiga can save a hundred people in one sweep?
But how are you able to use this sword as a weapon?
It must have the ability to bring back dead souls. Such a power could be very useful during these Fuedual times.
TTotsai
I almost called the sword "the Coffin Cheater", but I opted for Tenseiga instead. It was a little more classy. Actually, it was your father who suggested the name.
I get it now. No wonder Sesshomaru wants a new sword. He can't use his. He's incapable of feeling kindness for people, let alone saving lives.
Too bad this isn't working. It was your father's last wish.
Your brother's so black hearted.
He wouldn't be happy with the sword, even if he could use it.
Get up, Jaken. You're fine.
Huh? That's impossible! You just cut me in half. Ho can I be alive?
You see now. This useless Tenseiga cannot kill.
What's it good for then?
The Tetsusaiga is amazing. Despite not being wielded by its true owner, its power is still formidable. However, it refuses to reveal the Wind Scar to the one it has received as its master. Tetsusaiga, cut through the emptiness...and reveal your power.
Sesshomaru must be able to see the Wind Scar.
The Wind Scar? What is that?
In a nutshell, the Wind Scar is the secret to Tetsusaiga's ultimate power. Slaying a hundred demons in one sweep would be virtually impossible unless you can see the Wind Scar. Sesshomaru must be able to see it.
Well, if Sesshomaru can see it, can't you teach Inuyasha to see it, too?
It is impossible to teach. Inuyasha must discover it within himself. And if doesn't not discover it in time, then he will surely die.
You did it, Inuyasha! You discovered Tetsusaiga's secret and now you can master it.
So does that mean Sesshomaru is dead?
Most likely. I don't know how he could have survived. He received a direct blow from the fully empowered Tetsusaiga.
I didn't see Inuyasha make a direct blow. All he did was widely swing his sword around because his eyes were blinded with poison.
What are you trying to say?
Listen, Inuyasha. You've uncovered the Wind Scar, I'll give you that much. But it now means that you now know what you're brother knows. You're still not his equal, and now he's even more formidable than he was before.
You referred to him as though he were still alive.
Sesshomaru is still alive, and even though he despises the Tenseiga, it protected his life.
It protected his life?
Do you mean that Sesshomaru is still around somewhere?
(Totosai continues banging Tetsusaiga's blade with a hammer)
Inuyasha, when you used the Wind Scar against Sesshomaru, you didn't feel it strike him, did you?
Is that true, Inuyasha?
Hard to say. I was blinded. His body felt like it disintegrated in the blast from the Tetsusaiga. I didn't pulverize him or nothing. He just sort of disappeared...evaporated.
Tenseiga protected Sesshomaru from the power and might of Tetsusaiga. It acted on its own accord.
It has a will of its own?
And here Sesshomaru calls Tenseiga a useless sword. And despised it as his birthright.
Tenseiga is the sword of life. And when Sesshomaru's life is in danger, despite his dark soul, the Tenseiga choose to save him. And that is what makes him invincible.
So how do you defeat a foe like that? I wouldn't know how to. It's beyond me.
Blood. Blood, and the smell of wolves. I recognize this blood.
What is that? Phew, she's a gonner, that's for sure! She must've been attacked by wolves; look at the teeth markings! Do you recognize this pathetic human?
What?! What are you doing, Sire?
Interesting. I can see them. They are from the Underworld... I'll do another test. I'll use the Tenseiga.
Another test?! What are you doing, Sire? What are you doing?
She came back to life! Lord Sesshomaru, you resurrected that human girl with the power of Tenseiga?! [Sesshomaru sets Rin down and begins walking away] Huh? Hello? Lord Sesshomaru? Lord Sesshomaru saving a human girl is surprising enough. But then again, more importantly, didn't Lord Sesshomaru just say he was going to test the power of the Tenseiga once again? Th-That would mean I was cut down with no guarantee for survival! [bursts into tears] And to think I've devoted myself to you, all these years! Lord Sesshomaru, it's so unfair! Why'd you do it, I can't understand it- huh?! [notices Rin and Sesshomaru are ahead of him and races to catch up] Lord Sesshomaru, wait, I'm coming!
[thinking] Huh. Tenseiga... you compelled me to save a human life today.
How dare you! Why did you slaughter my pack of wolves!!?
Kagome (thinking): Three shards! He has one on his right arm, and one in each leg. Inuyasha, be careful! He has three shards-!
So you're the one controlling this bloodthirsty pack!
And you're their executioner!? Damn you all for murdering my underlings!! You'll pay with your lives!!
Go on! Try it! How many innocent people have you and your pack killed!!?
Inuyasha, watch out!! He's using the power of the Sacred Jewel!! They're on his legs and right arm!
Koga (thinking): She can tell?
Why didn't you say so earlier!? I thought you were acting pretty tough, but it's only because you got Jewel shards! You haven't got any power on your own, do ya!?
It seems like every time we travel in the direction, in which Kagome detects a Sacred Jewel shard, we come across another village that has been completely annihilated. The battle to claim the Sacred Jewel shards has wrought nothing but tragedy. And countless innocent villagers have lost their lives because of it.
So what?
So what? So while I believe it is worthwhile venture to take possession of the Jewel shards before Naraku or any other demon can, I cannot approve of your seeking the fragments to become a full-fledged demon. That is all I'm saying.
Don't start that again! You're not winning points for persistence. I'm goin' to become a full-fledged demon, no matter what anyone says! So don't try to stop me!
Miroku (thinking): The power of the Sacred Jewel can used for good or evil. But think things through carefully, Inuyasha. In all of our travels together, have you ever heard of anyone who found happiness through the power of the Sacred Jewel? No good will come of it. It is a power fueled by darkness and blood.
Koga (thinking): That girl has the power to see the Sacred Jewel shards. I could put her skills to very good use.
This woman is off limits! I'll kill anyone who tries to take a bite!
Kagome(thinking): Oh, I get it. He kidnapped me because I can see the Sacred Jewel shards. So he needs me. That means I'm safe for a little bit longer.
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