The world of Jujutsu Kaisen is inhabited by powerful sorcerers and cursed spirits, with a great emphasis on destructive strength. However, no one, including Gojo and Jogo, can compare to the King of Curses, Ryomen Sukuna. Despite the origins and power of his curse being somewhat revealed, the true essence of Sukuna’s cursed techniques remains a significant mystery even as the story unfolds.
Although related to the act of “cutting,” Sukuna’s cursed techniques involve more than just this aspect. The curse’s arsenal is versatile, with the potential for a wide range of applications. While Gege Akutami hasn’t directly explained this mystery, a popular theory among fans suggests that Sukuna’s techniques are fundamentally linked to the concept of… “if eaten.”
The Secret of Sukuna’s Cursed Techniques in Jujutsu Kaisen
Ryomen Sukuna, the King of Curses, is renowned for his cursed techniques related to the act of “cutting.” In the manga, there are numerous instances where Sukuna can “slash” his opponents with immense force. His technique “Dismantle” has been depicted as effectively capable of eliminating threats, especially against the Cursed Womb (Shuchi Tsuju) in the early series.
However, the Shibuya Incident arc introduced a new level of complexity when Sukuna exhibited a different slashing technique known as “Cleave,” an upgraded version of Dismantle. The power of Cleave has the unique ability to adapt based on the strength of the target, making it significantly more dangerous than his previous techniques.
Even more astonishing, Sukuna can utilize both Dismantle and Cleave simultaneously, as seen in his battle against Mahoraga, where he effortlessly devastated a vast area using both techniques. The manga clarifies that Dismantle is used to cut non-cursed objects, while Cleave specifically targets cursed entities.
However, Sukuna’s techniques are not limited to slashing. Chapter 115 revealed his capacity to use fire during his battle with Jogo, where Sukuna employed a “secret command” to control flames that exert pressure on cursed spirits. So, what truly defines the essence of the King of Curses?
Can Sukuna “eat” in the literal sense?
Based on all the techniques that Sukuna has exhibited, a prevailing theory among fans suggests that his cursed techniques are related to the concept of “if eaten.”
One of the strongest pieces of evidence for this theory lies in the name of Sukuna’s domain expansion: Malevolent Shrine (Fukuma Mizushi). The term Mizushi in Japanese can be understood as “shrine,” but another interpretation is “kitchen.” This has led many fans to believe that the Malevolent Shrine could effectively be referred to as the “Malevolent Kitchen.”
Furthermore, the “secret command” that Sukuna uses to invoke flames, “Kamino, Fuuga,” can be translated as “Fire, Flame” in English. Flames are used as a form of consumption at high temperatures, cooking, and frying—actions that metaphorically reflect how Sukuna “deals” with his opponents.
This theory suggests that Sukuna is not merely limited to cutting and slashing his opponents but also “eating” them in a sense, leaving no trace behind. Thus, the essence of Sukuna’s cursed techniques could be defined as “FUKUMA YAKIMONO,” which translates to “Cooking Flames.”
Such discoveries, alongside the speculations of fans, have set the stage for Gege Akutami to conclude Jujutsu Kaisen in a manner that could confirm this theory, leaving readers both satisfied and intrigued.
Source: Animated Times
