Jujutsu Kaisen by Gege Akutami: A Manga Phenomenon of the Last Decade
Launched in 2018, Jujutsu Kaisen has become a standout success in the shonen manga genre, achieving immense popularity in just six years. As we await the conclusion of this beloved series, the final arc, Shinjuku Showdown, is currently unfolding. This arc represents the climax of the story and presents a decisive battle between Ryomen Sukuna and the jujutsu sorcerers, starting with the long-anticipated confrontation between Gojo and Sukuna.
Jujutsu Kaisen Will Conclude with Chapter 271 on September 30, 2024
This means that only one chapter remains before the story reaches its finale. However, many unresolved plot points still need to be addressed, leaving the narrative open-ended before a complete conclusion can be drawn.
1. What Happened to Jin Itadori?
Jin Itadori is Yuji’s father. For a long time, he has played a seemingly minor role in the story. He passed away at some point during Yuji’s early life. Yuji felt deep sorrow over his father’s absence, but the details surrounding Jin’s death remain a mystery.
However, Jin’s role in the story becomes more complex when we learn that Yuji’s true mother is Kenjaku, the one who possesses the body of Kaori Itadori (the woman Jin loved). Furthermore, he is also the reincarnation of Sukuna’s twin brother.
This means Jin serves as a crucial link between Sukuna and Yuji. As both a supporting character and a pivotal figure, Jin could potentially have more significance than what is currently known. To this day, we know very little or nothing about this character.
2. What is the Relationship Between Kenjaku and Tengen?
Kenjaku and Tengen are two enigmatic figures in the series. While one seeks to disrupt the balance of the world, Tengen embodies the essence of humanity. Despite their respective roles, there are certain overlapping points in their existence.
Both are powerful jujutsu sorcerers who have evaded death and survived through multiple eras. They have also been allies at some point in the past. However, the details about how these two individuals differ and how they interact within the broader context remain unclear.
Revisiting their past together will be intriguing. Although Jujutsu Kaisen is nearing its conclusion, it would be fascinating to delve deeper into the history of these two characters, even if only through a few lines of dialogue.
3. Does Yuji Want to Learn About His Father?
The revelation that Yuji is “the son of Kenjaku” is one of the most shocking twists in Jujutsu Kaisen, profoundly affecting both characters. Kenjaku, who has manipulated Yuji’s origins, raises many questions about Yuji’s true lineage.
With the connection between Jin and Sukuna becoming even more mysterious, Yuji remains unaware of the full truth about his father, at least so far. This narrative thread needs to be addressed as Jujutsu Kaisen approaches its conclusion, lest the reality be left unexamined.
4. How Will the Deaths of Gojo and Sukuna Affect the Curses?
Gojo and Sukuna are among the most powerful jujutsu sorcerers in the current era. Gojo’s death has significantly altered the balance of the world. His overwhelming strength has disrupted the stability that jujutsu sorcerers relied on, escalating the threat posed by the curses during the ongoing struggle for balance.
Conversely, Sukuna is the most formidable curse in the manga. Known as the King of Curses, his existence intensifies the power and frequency of curses. However, with Gojo’s demise and Sukuna’s rise, how will the curses evolve? They may become more potent now that their primary adversaries have fallen. Yet we won’t know for sure until the manga provides clarity on this narrative arc.
5. Will Yuki Tsukumo’s Powers Lead to Her Demise?
Yuki Tsukumo is not an ordinary jujutsu sorcerer. She is one of the special grade sorcerers and possesses powerful cursed techniques. However, her abilities are not merely a reflection of her strength, but also of her perspective on the jujutsu world.
Yuki is deeply familiar with the inherent dangers of the jujutsu realm. Hundreds of sorcerers have perished to protect ordinary people from curses. While Geto aims to eliminate the jujutsu sorcerers to bring about a new order, Yuki seems to harbor a distinct ideology.
She desires to harness the power of curses, allowing the spirits of cursed beings to manifest. This ambition may create a significant upheaval, but ultimately, it is a culmination of her beliefs. Jujutsu Kaisen must reveal whether Yuki’s aspirations will lead to her downfall before the series concludes.
