Why Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Is A Better Sequel Than Boruto

Both Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo and Boruto are highly anticipated follow-ups to popular manga series. Fans closely follow each new chapter, comparing the two to see which sequel best lives up to its original and proves to be the stronger continuation.

Both Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo and Boruto feature aliens in their stories, leading to frequent comparisons. However, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo is often considered the better sequel, even though it’s shorter. It stands out with its unique art style, compelling characters, thoughtful themes, and well-developed world, making it a stronger follow-up than Boruto.

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Respects Its Original Heroes

Boruto Disregards Its Original Characters

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A major criticism of the Boruto series is how it portrays established characters like Naruto and Sasuke, as well as older ninja. The show often uses them simply to elevate the new generation, without acknowledging their past accomplishments or importance. Many fans also feel the series unfairly diminished the powers of these iconic characters to quickly make the new generation seem stronger.

Unlike some adaptations, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo treats its original characters – like Gojo Satoru and Yuta Okkotsu – with respect. Though these characters aren’t directly in the new story, they still hold a powerful position in the world of jujutsu. The new generation of characters doesn’t overshadow them or diminish their importance.

Were you always this weak? —Yuji Itadori to Mahito

  • What’s really interesting is that the series recognizes the difference in strength between the current and previous generations of sorcerers, especially now that cursed spirits are mostly under control. This makes sense – because Yuji Itadori and his friends created a more peaceful world, the new generation doesn’t need to be as strong or fight as often.

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Builds on Its Original Concepts

Boruto Offers New Concepts

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Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo builds upon the ideas of the original series by adding aliens and their unique powers. This introduces new layers to concepts like cursed energy and cursed spirits, particularly through interactions with the Simurians’ Rolloluca and the Kalyans. The story carefully explains how these alien abilities can change the established rules of the Jujutsu world.

Compared to its predecessor, Naruto, Boruto sometimes has trouble building on established ideas. While the series revealed that shinjutsu came before ninjutsu, it doesn’t explore this concept very far. This leaves those who use shinjutsu with an incomplete understanding of how it works and prevents them from reaching its full potential.

Instead, Boruto relies heavily on new powers and futuristic technology, which doesn’t leave much space to develop the core ninja skills like ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu. Even powerful abilities from Naruto, such as the Rinnegan, are now used more subtly, making them less impactful in battles.

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Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Features Intriguing Characters

Boruto Rarely Develops Other Characters

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The story of Boruto heavily centers on Boruto and Kawaki, with their complicated relationship taking center stage. While there’s a new generation of young ninja, most – like Sarada and Mitsuki – haven’t played a significant role in the plot for over a hundred chapters.

Compared to Boruto, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo developed its characters much more effectively in just 20 chapters. Characters like Yuka and Tsurugi Okkotsu feel fresh and original, with their own unique personalities, goals, and challenges. This also applies to the Simurians—including Maru, Cross, Dabura, Osuki, and Jabaloma—who are given enough screen time, dialogue, and interaction to showcase their distinct personalities and abilities, making them memorable.

It’s surprising, but fans actually know more about the aliens in the Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo series than those in Boruto. While the details of the Otsutsuki Clan in Boruto are mostly a mystery, JJK Modulo has revealed a lot about the Simurians – their culture, how they’re organized, and their connections to each other.

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Wows with Its Art Style

Boruto’s Visuals Need More Creativity

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The creators of Naruto and Jujutsu Kaisen didn’t draw the art for their follow-up series. Instead, Mikio Ikemoto illustrated Boruto, and Yuji Iwasaki worked on Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo. As a result, the art in these sequels looks different from the original manga, giving them a unique visual style and a fresh take on the characters, settings, and especially the action.

While both sequels are impressive, JJK Modulo stands out with its dynamic and intense fight scenes, particularly the battle between Dabura and Mahoraga. It consistently delivers high-quality action and emotional expression, even exceeding the original artist’s consistency. Plus, its refined, retro style creates a charmingly nostalgic feel alongside a modern artistic flair.

Many fans have criticized the character designs in Boruto, particularly Sarada’s clothing, for being different from the original Naruto series. The action scenes in Boruto are also often seen as lacking the excitement and originality that Masashi Kishimoto brought to Naruto, feeling instead repetitive and uninspired.

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2026-02-19 20:36