Epic Showdown Unleashed: Satoru Gojo vs Sukuna - Who Will Emerge Victorious in Jujutsu Kaisen 230?

Highlights

Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230 explains why Mahoraga was able to counter Gojo's Unlimited Void and reveals that it was Megumi's soul adapting to the technique that took the damage.

Gojo finds himself on the defensive throughout the chapter, unable to utilize his Domain Expansion and testing his boundaries with perilous maneuvers. He has reached the physical limit of his body and is unable to summon another Domain to launch an assault on Sukuna.

In a desperate attempt, Sukuna endeavors to activate his Domain Expansion, only to be foiled by the repercussions caused by Gojo's Unlimited Void. Both Gojo and Sukuna now find themselves grappling, with neither able to utilize their respective Domain Expansions. As the battle progresses into the second round, both combatants grow increasingly weary.

Caution: The subsequent text contains spoilers for Jujutsu Kaisen 230, "Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 8" by Gege Akutami, translated by John Werry, and Lettered by Snir Aharon, available in English from MangaPlus.

Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230 recently released, with the major spotlight once again on the intense battle between Gojo and Sukuna. Fans eagerly anticipated the next events after the astonishing revelation unveiled in the previous chapter.

Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230 delved into the Divine General Mahoraga, who was called forth by Sukuna within Megumi's body in the previous chapter. Simultaneously, it shed light on the perilous nature of Gojo's techniques, posing a threat to both himself and his adversaries. Once again, the chapter captivated readers with its thrilling action and exhilarating moments.

Mahoraga's Usage

In the conclusion of the previous chapter, fans witnessed the implementation of Mahoraga in action. Shortly after Gojo unleashed Unlimited Void on Sukuna, Mahoraga unexpectedly entered the fray, causing Gojo's powerful Domain to crumble. This turn of events in the previous chapter left many pondering the plausibility of this occurrence, considering that Sukuna had already been subjected to Unlimited Void before Mahoraga even entered the scene. Additionally, the conspicuous stillness of the wheel atop Sukuna's head indicated that it had not acclimated to Unlimited Void in such a brief span of time.

Fortunately, Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230 clarifies and provides a logical explanation for this. Sukuna reveals that he made Megumi's soul adapt to Unlimited Void, meaning that it was Megumi's soul that primarily bore the damage inflicted by Unlimited Void. Simultaneously, Sukuna confesses that he was aware of the challenge posed by Unlimited Void and wanted Gojo to be unable to utilize it. To achieve this, Sukuna devised an intricate plan involving Gojo's Domain Expansion and ensuring that Mahoraga became accustomed to this ability. However, Gojo asserts that there is a distinct disparity between having Megumi's soul adapt to the process rather than the outcome.

Satoru On The Backfoot

Throughout Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230, Gojo found himself in a defensive position. It quickly became apparent that Sukuna had meticulously planned his moves, even anticipating Satoru's use of Unlimited Void and countering it flawlessly. Satoru Gojo warned that Megumi's soul had yet to fully adapt to Unlimited Void, and using it again would leave him without any means of rescue. But what proved even more challenging was Satoru's inability to access the powers of his Domain Expansion.

In recent chapters, the battle has reached an unprecedented intensity, showcasing the highest level of Jujutsu Sorcery seen in the entire series so far. In his pursuit of becoming the strongest, Gojo has pushed himself to the limits, venturing into uncharted territories. He has taken monumental risks by repeatedly employing Reverse Cursed Technique to replenish his depleted cursed energy, subjecting his body to destruction and subsequent regeneration. The chapter mentions that cursed energy is stored in the left prefrontal cortex of the brain, which means Satoru's techniques have already caused his brain to undergo this process approximately five times.

Thus, even at the peak of his physical capabilities, he is unable to unleash another Domain to confront Sukuna. Moreover, Sukuna himself claims that even if he were somehow able to activate his Domain Expansion once more, his accuracy would suffer greatly, rendering him inferior to Sukuna regardless. In simple terms, Satoru is now at a disadvantage and can no longer rely on Domain Expansion as a viable option. Although he still possesses his Innate Technique, Unlimited Void is no longer a viable strategy for him.

Sukuna's Limit

Moving forward, Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230 definitively established Sukuna's dominance in the battle. Unlike Satoru, who relied on the Reverse Cursed Technique to repeatedly mend his brain, Sukuna refrained from using this method, giving him a significant advantage. Furthermore, Sukuna scornfully taunted Satoru, asserting that his opponent was nothing more than an ordinary individual, and his claim of being the strongest was solely due to the absence of Sukuna during his era of birth. However, Sukuna soon discovered the harsh reality when he attempted to unleash his Malevolent Shrine Domain Expansion.

This time, Sukuna desired to establish a domain enclosure, preventing Satoru from escaping and suffering severe harm. However, much to everyone's surprise, Sukuna was unable to manifest the Malevolent Shrine at all. As he attempted to initiate his Domain Expansion, it instantaneously shattered behind him, resulting in his eyes and head bleeding. The reason behind this lies in Sukuna's exposure to Gojo's Unlimited Void, which effectively fried his brain in just a mere ten seconds, rendering Domain Expansion completely inaccessible for him. Similar to Gojo, Sukuna is now struggling without the ability to utilize Domain Expansion. Consequently, Sukuna and Gojo find themselves on an equal playing field, devoid of any advantages and burdened by the same disadvantages. Thus, the battleground is once again leveled.

Satoru Gojo Vs Sukuna Heads To Round 2

Feeling a surge of pride, Satoru Gojo reveled in his success in severely weakening Sukuna and reducing him to a state of desperation. In chapter 230 of Jujutsu Kaisen, the intensity of their battle escalated to the point where using Domain Expansion was no longer an option for either combatant, and both of them were already battered and exhausted. Ever the showman, Satoru still sought to impress his students and serve as a role model for them. He strived to give his utmost for the sake of everyone, all while yearning to be recognized as the stronger force.

He then took control of the battle and delivered a powerful blow to Sukuna, once again displaying his dominance. The fight shows no signs of ending soon, but both combatants are growing weaker. This means that in the upcoming chapters, the outcome of this battle could drastically change. Moving forward, neither of them will be able to use Domain Expansion, but they still possess numerous other powerful techniques. Satoru always has his trump card, Limitless, while Sukuna's true abilities remain a mystery to fans. Although fans have witnessed Sukuna's use of dice, cleave-based attacks, and pyrokinetic abilities stronger than even Jogo's, they still know very little about his overall innate abilities. From this point onward, Jujutsu Kaisen promises to become even more thrilling, and fans eagerly await what is to come.