The stakes soar in Blue Exorcist season 4 episode 3, “Home Town,” as Rin’s mentor, Shura Kirigakure, takes center stage. This powerful exorcist is on a mission to break a deadly curse that could end her life.

In Blue Exorcist season 4 episode 3, Rin and Yukio are tasked by Mephistopheles to find Shura in Aomori. As they look deeper into her past, what secrets will they uncover?

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Before diving into Shura’s story, let’s recap the key events of the previous episode.

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Yukio continues to grapple with the mysterious power that has manifested in his eyes. Fearing its potential dangers, he goes on a rigorous training regimen to understand its nature.

In a particularly reckless act, he attempts to jump off a building and detonate his head to test the power’s limits, showcasing his desperation to control the newfound ability.

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Meanwhile, Rin and Shiemi find themselves in a dangerous exorcism mission at an old house. As they explore the building, they discover it’s infested with Koks, mid-to-high-level demons. Before Rin can react, the house’s floor collapses, trapping him and Shiemi beneath the rubble.

Trapped together and struggling to stay warm, Rin and Shiemi share a romantic moment, confronting their feelings for each other.

Blue Exorcist season 4 episode 3 release date and time

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Blue Exorcist season 4 episode 3 airs on October 19, 2024, at 9 a.m. PT (Pacific Time).

The release times and schedule for international viewers vary based on their time zone.

BLUE EXORCIST SEASON 4 EPISODE 3 TIMEZONESATURDAY, OCTOBER 19/TIME
CT (Central Time) 11 a.m.
ET (Eastern Time)12 p.m.
GMT (Western European Time)4 p.m.
CET (Central European Time)6 p.m.
IST (Indian Standard Time)9:30 p.m.
JST (Japanese Standard Time)October 20, 1 a.m.
GMT+8October 20, 12 a.m.

Where to watch Blue Exorcist

You can watch the latest episodes of Blue Exorcist on the following streaming platforms:

Availability may differ depending on your region.

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