Inu-Yasha fights to protect Kikyo and Kagome from the demon pit, whose denizens have produced powerful monsters. Just as victory is near, Kikyo allows one demon to escape and inhabit Naraku. Then Totosai comes to Inu-Yasha seeking protection from Seshomaru, who has stolen one of the swordmaster's blades - a sword that gives life instead of taking it. Inuyasha made its U.S. debut summer 2002 on the Cartoon Network.