Jujutsu Kaisen: Gege Reveals The True Purpose Of Gojo Satoru’s Character

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This article contains spoilers from the Jujutsu Kaisen manga.

The popular manga series, Jujutsu Kaisen, wrapped up its run last year, but not everyone was pleased with its conclusion. Although some readers found it satisfying, others felt it was rushed and failed to address several plot points that were developed throughout the story, as well as leaving some character arcs unresolved.

In the Shinjuku Showdown arc of “Jujutsu Kaisen,” the demise of Gojo Satoru at Ryomen Sukuna’s hands has been a highly debated decision among fans, with many expressing strong disapproval due to the plot’s perceived illogicality. However, the creator of Jujutsu Kaisen, Gege Akutami, has now shed light on the real motives behind Gojo Satoru’s character and the reasoning behind his death scene.

Gojo Satoru Existed To Be Killed Off In The End

Gege Confirms He Always Planned For Gojo To Die

  • Gojo was too strong to be kept alive
  • Gojo losing to Sukuna was predetermined

Gege Akutami, the author of JJK, had planned from the beginning that Gojo Satoru’s character would meet his end in battle. This implies that right from the start of the series, it was known that Gojo would eventually be killed, and the story would conclude without him. Given that the confrontation between Gojo and Sukuna was established in the early chapters, it becomes even more evident that Gojo Satoru’s demise at the hands of the King of Curses was always a part of the narrative.

Throughout heaven and earth, I alone am the honoured one! — Gojo Satoru

Gege’s alternate scenario, where one character from Yuji, Nobara, Megumi lived instead of all three and Gojo was exposed, had him still dead by the end. Gege was convinced that Gojo Satoru wouldn’t survive until the story ended.

It is natural for fans to question why Gege wanted Gojo to perish so often, but the answer becomes clear when we consider that Gojo’s role was to nurture the next generation of sorcerers and aid them in defeating Ryomen Sukuna. As Gojo sought to reform the Jujutsu Society, he took on the role of teacher, fostering remarkable sorcerers like Yuta Okkotsu and Yuji Itadori. Without Gojo’s selfless act, they would not have grown as they did. For their growth, Gojo’s sacrifice was essential. In essence, Gege Akutami’s ultimate intention for Gojo was to utilize him as a means to help others flourish and evolve.

It was fun. — Gojo Satoru

Gojo Was There To Help The Students Grow

Gojo’s Dream Was Inherited By Yuta and Yuji

As a fervent admirer, I can’t help but reflect on the profound impact Gojo Satoru has left on the world of JJK, even though he is no longer with us. Gojo strove to rebalance the JJK universe, and after Sukuna’s downfall, we saw a shift in power dynamics, with the influence of the great families diminishing. Although corruption persists unresolved, that was precisely the challenge Gojo set for the next generation.

Gojo’s aspirations live on through Yuta Okkotsu and Yuji Itadori. They are the vessels for all that he imagined, and when they pass on, their successors will carry the torch forward. In the grand tapestry of existence, Gojo may be gone, but his victory is undeniable. He achieved his goals, setting the stage for a better tomorrow in the world of JJK.

Jujutsu Kaisen is currently among the most popular shonen series globally. The manga, which concluded in late 2024, can be read online for free. You can access it on Manga Plus, where the series was previously published weekly. As for the anime, there are currently two seasons available, with fans anxiously anticipating the third one. For now, the first two seasons can be found on Crunchyroll.

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2025-09-06 23:34