On June 1, 2025, Takeru Hokazono gifted manga fans another thrilling chapter of Kagurabachi with Chapter 81, released in Shonen Jump. This Sunday morning drop is packed with revelations and action, leaving readers buzzing with excitement. Let’s dive into the highlights of Kagurabachi Chapter 81 and explore its major developments, spoilers, and speculations.

Uruha’s Return and Samura’s True Intentions

I called it! Uruha is alive, and Samura is not the villain we feared. Back in Kagurabachi Chapter 58, Samura defeated Uruha in a duel and seemingly executed him with Tobimune, severing Uruha’s contract with Kumeyuri and declaring him narratively dead. However, a fan theory suggested Samura used the same regenerative technique on Uruha as he did on Chihiro, known as Suzaku. Chapter 81 confirms this, revealing Suzaku as the ability that brought Uruha back to life.

Why Did Samura Spare Uruha?

Here’s why Samura let Uruha live:

• The Sword Master’s Sins: Sword Saint, the only wielder to commit war crimes, carries a unique moral weight.
• Mercy for the Innocent: Samura spares good people, refusing to kill those he deems honorable.
• Fulfilling Yura’s Contract: Temporarily “killing” wielders satisfies his contract with Yura without permanent loss.
• Teacher-Student Bond: Uruha was Samura’s student, adding a personal reason to preserve his life.

Uruha stole the spotlight in Kagurabachi Chapter 81, but other key events demand attention. Let’s break them down.

Kamunabi’s Crisis and Izaru’s Role

Izaru, a member of the Kamunabi upper echelon, made a bold appearance among the force field managers. This is significant, as suspicions of a traitor within the Kamunabi elite persist. Izaru’s actions in this chapter slightly clear his name, but the threat of betrayal looms large.

Pine Hishaku has planted seeds in over 50 Kamunabi members, compromising 10% of the organization—far worse than the 12 traitors estimated last week. Tragically, Kudo is confirmed dead, and Kashima, a new character, was introduced and killed in the same chapter. The Hishaku’s hired sorcerers operate under strict quotas, and another group of traitors is leaking information, making it impossible to distinguish friend from foe.

Last Week’s Speculations: How Did They Hold Up?

Here’s a recap of last week’s predictions for Kagurabachi:

• At least one of the seven force field practitioners is a traitor. (Unconfirmed)
• Ikuto is a traitor. (Unconfirmed)
• The elite squad leader with glasses and a sword will meet Hakuri first. (Unconfirmed)
• Azami’s fight with the samurai Hishaku won’t be fully shown. (Unconfirmed)
• Kudo is alive. (Incorrect, sadly)
• One kamikaze location involves the Sword Saint or Uruha. (Unconfirmed)
• Hakuri will encounter Uruha. (Correct!)
• Kazane will appear. (Unconfirmed)

This Week’s Speculations for Kagurabachi Chapter 82

Looking ahead, here are my predictions for the next chapter:

• Takeru Hokazono will shift focus back to Chihiro and Samura.
• Chihiro and Samura will team up to face a common threat.
• Yura will make a dramatic appearance.
• Azami’s battle will conclude off-screen.

Kagurabachi Chapter 81 delivers high-stakes drama, shocking reveals, and tantalizing setups for what’s next. Stay tuned for more Shonen Jump updates, and share your thoughts on these Kagurabachi spoilers in the comments!