As a die-hard fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I can’t help but feel like Gege Akutami, the manga’s creator, has been giving us a masterclass in storytelling. The way he weaves intricate details into his work, hinting at hidden depths and untold potential in even the most minor characters, is nothing short of astonishing.
This article contains spoilers from Jujutsu Kaisen’s Final Arc.
Key Takeaways
- Sukuna dominated the Heian Era and was described as the strongest sorcerer.
- Sukuna used cursed energy to walk in the air, showcasing his genius.
- Gege reveals more applications of cursed energy in Jujutsu Kaisen extras.
In the climactic storyline of “Jujutsu Kaisen,” the formidable figure known as Sukuna, the Curse King, reached the pinnacle of his might. During this arc, he engaged in fierce battles against powerful individuals such as Gojo, demonstrating the true essence of Jujutsu magic. Later, Sukuna transformed into his full form by reincarnating himself, and in the process, exhibited an extraordinary display of power, skill, and durability on the battlefield.
Clearly, Sukuna ended up losing the battle at the end. However, one absolutely cannot discredit what he did, and it is safe to say that he lived after the title of the King of Curses. Sukuna was truly a magnificent fighter and had reached a level that no other sorcerer apart from Gojo could have reached. Interestingly enough, the recent release of volume 27 of JJK had the author, Gege, drop quite a lot of exciting information on Sukuna’s techniques, one of which is the airwalk that he was seen using in the story, especially in his fight against the sorcerers.
Sukuna’s Image As The Strongest Sorcerer
- Sukuna Dominated The Heian Era
- Sukuna Was Able To Beat The Strongest
Sukuna was always described to be the strongest of individuals in the world of JJK. In fact, at the beginning of the story, Sukuna was painted as a legendary sorcerer in the past who no one could stand up to. He was an absolute menace, and dominated in the Heian era with his tremendous level of strength. Of course, Sukuna’s unstoppable nature was such that his name propagated through history to the point where even the modern-era sorcerers knew of him. Fans heard of Sukuna properly through Gojo, although at this point, Gojo was fairly confident that he would defeat him if a direct battle were to happen.
Throughout heaven and earth, he alone is the honored one! – The Narrator
It’s fair to conclude that Gojo and Sukuna held similar power levels, a fact made evident during their clash in Shinjuku. This confrontation offered fans a glimpse into their immense jujutsu sorcery abilities, and it can be said that they were very evenly matched throughout the fight. At times, Gojo seemed to have the upper hand, while other moments saw them locked in an intense standoff, making this battle one of the most thrilling, if not the most exhilarating, in all of manga history.
Ultimately, it was Gojo who suffered defeat at the hands of Sukuna, primarily because the King of Curses could utilize not only his own cursed technique, but also the 10 Shadows Technique. Crucially, the 10 Shadows Technique granted him control over Mahoraga, which allowed Sukuna to locate the vulnerability in Gojo’s Limitless cursed technique and achieve a decisive victory. Following this, Sukuna embarked on a solo tour de force, battling one sorcerer after another within his reincarnated form, thereby establishing himself as the most powerful being, alongside Gojo.
Gege, the author, equipped the character with multiple remarkable abilities, among them was the Airwalk Technique. As its name suggests, this was a unique ability of Sukuna’s, enabling him to traverse through the very air itself.
Airwalk Techniques in Jujutsu Kaisen and Sukuna
Sukuna Could Use Cursed Energy To Propel Himself In The Air
In the numerous fights depicted in JJK, viewers have witnessed some characters move around without touching the ground, a skill mostly used by the author to let sorcerers float. This unique ability is known as levitation and not everyone can perform it. For example, Gojo utilized his Limitless power to levitate and engage in combat mid-air. In contrast, Sukuna employed distinct abilities for this feat. Toji Fushiguro, who shares similarities with Maki, could do something comparable due to his extraordinary physical strength. Similarly, Maki, who follows in Toji’s footsteps, also demonstrated this seemingly impossible task using her immense strength alone.
For sorcerers like Sukuna or even a novice like Higuruma, harnessing cursed energy to achieve this wasn’t just an option; it was feasible. In the supplementary material of volume 27, Gege delved into how this was possible, and frankly, it’s quite intriguing. Here’s his explanation:
In the Sakurajima Colony storyline, I introduced an additional way for powerful sorcerers to move through the air beyond just using their CT, as shown by characters like Gojo. This includes a technique similar to what Maki and Toji do, where they seem to grip the very air itself for mobility.
Sukuna has been using this ‘grasping the surface of the air’ method of movement (look for it!), and he moves faster through the air than Maki or Toji by briefly releasing cursed energy in a small explosion when he grasps the air’s surface. (Still, air surfaces aren’t everywhere and are fluid, so his route is limited.)
Furthermore, it appeared that Higuruma was employing the method of infusing cursed energy onto the air’s surface during his gavel-ringing, hinting at his approaching proficiency in the double jump. I intended to utilize this context to emphasize the concealed prowess Higuruma possesses as a sorcerer.
It appears that Gege aimed to explore a broader range of uses for the cursed energy throughout his work. However, due to time constraints and health problems, he wasn’t able to include all his intended elements within the story. Nonetheless, it’s thrilling to see him gradually revealing more details in the additional information section as well as new volumes.
How Sukuna Surpassed All Expectations
Sukuna Beat Nearly All Sorcerers In Shinjuku
When it comes to Sukuna, his ability to battle in mid-air by harnessing cursed energy to boost himself even further is a testament to his exceptional intellect. This sorcerer was unrivaled by many, and Gojo was the sole individual who could truly match him. The spectacle Sukuna displayed in Shinjuku is one that will forever be etched in legend, demonstrating the full extent of his power and why he merits the title of the King of Curses. It’s clear that Sukuna is a character who stands alone in history, and here’s hoping that Tatsuhiro Akutami, the author, continues to reveal more intriguing details about the King of Curses, as well as the story overall, with the upcoming volume release of the series.
With the series now concluded, insights directly from the author become incredibly valuable as they significantly enrich the narrative in ways that surpass imagination.
Anticipating the release of Volume 28 in a few months, fans eagerly look forward to the author delving deeper into Sukuna’s character, as he plays a pivotal role in the Final Arc of the series. The clash between Sukuna and Yuji Itadori is a key element from then onwards, so it seems fitting that the author dedicates more attention to him. For now, fans can just be patient and look out for any updates from the author.
At long last, the latest installment of Jujutsu Kaisen, chapter 271, dropped on September 29, 2024. Readers can catch up with the series through Manga Plus and Shonen Jump applications.
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2024-10-06 02:33