Demon King Yomi

One of the three rulers of the Demon Plane preparing for an inevitable war.

Demon King Yomi is one of the three ruling powers of the Demon Plane, alongside Mukuro and Raizen. He operates within the political balance that defines the three worlds in YuYu Hakusho. When the other ruler, Raizen, dies of starvation, a power vacuum threatens to topple this delicate equilibrium. To prepare for an inevitable war, Yomi summons Kurama from the Human World to his domain. Unlike Raizen, who sought a successor through lineage, Yomi represents a faction vying for control over the Demon Plane's territory.

Quick Facts

Affiliation: One of the three ruling powers of the Demon Plane

Lore & Background

The political landscape of the Demon Plane shifts dramatically when Raizen, one of the three ruling powers, dies of starvation. This event threatens to collapse the balance between the three factions. In response, Yomi and Mukuro summon Kurama and Hiei respectively to prepare for a coming conflict. Following this summons, Yusuke Urameshi is chosen as a candidate to represent Raizen's faction in the tournament, rather than inheriting the territory outright. He proposes an alternative solution: a fighting tournament to determine the true ruler of the Demon Plane. Both Yomi and Mukuro agree to these terms. The narrative culminates in the first round of this tournament, where Yusuke meets Yomi. In this specific confrontation, Yusuke is defeated by Yomi. Following the event, Yusuke expresses hope that such a competition will be held every few years to settle leadership disputes.

Reader's Guide

In the final arc of YuYu Hakusho, Yomi serves as a major antagonist during the Tournament Arc. He is one of the three primary rulers of the Demon Plane. His role becomes critical after Raizen's death, as he prepares for war to secure his position. Key moments include his agreement to the terms and his victory over Yusuke in the second elimination round of this tournament. Unlike other demons who rely solely on brute force, Yomi engages in political maneuvering by summoning Kurama.