Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12: Nanami's Epic Showdown in Shibuya Awes Fans as Yuji and Megumi's Paths Diverge!

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12, also known as Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 36, is often referred to as the "Kento Nanami show" by viewers. This episode effectively depicts the determination required to become a Grade 1 sorcerer and highlights the progress that still needs to be made by Nobara, Yuji, and Megumi.

Interestingly, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12 stands out as one of the most thoughtfully crafted episodes of the season. However, it deviates from the original manga timeline, leaving gaps that are not compensated for. Additionally, certain moments are unnecessarily extended for visual purposes without contributing to the overall story.

In the previous episode, Ino attempted to battle Granny Ogami, who called upon Toji Zen'in to join her grandson. Reincarnated Toji effortlessly dominated Ino. Meanwhile, Yuji and Megumi engaged in a fight against Jiro Awasaka. Through their collaborative efforts, the two boys successfully decoded Awasaka's technique and secured their triumph.

Disclaimer: This article includes analysis and references to violence commonly found in this fictional universe. Reader discretion is advised.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12 shows Yuji and Megumi parting ways as Nanami and Nobara face Haruta Shigemo inside Shibuya

Mei Mei locked inside the coffin in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 12 (Image via MAPPA)

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12 is titled "Blunt Sword".

In Meiji Jingumae, Mei Mei effortlessly defeats the Curse Users sent after her by Pseudo Geto at 10.02 PM. With unwavering confidence, she emphasizes her belief in the value of people, asserting that being useless is equivalent to death. Following her triumph, Mei Mei encounters Pseudo-Geto, but detects his true identity almost immediately, realizing that this impostor is not the real Geto.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12: “Black Suits”

Pseudo-Geto summons a Special Grade Curse known as the Smallpox Deity and sets it against Mei Mei in battle. The curse releases its formidable Domain, commonly referred to as Coffin Mountain, ensnaring Mei Mei inside a coffin and subsequently directing a massive boulder towards her. Despite this, Mei Mei manages to swiftly evade the attack, finding herself intrigued by the genuine threat to her life after many years.

Nobara and Akari encounter Shigemo in episode 12 of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 (Image via MAPPA)

Taking a step back in time from the preceding episode, Akari Nitta and Nobara Kugisaki grow worried when their conversation with Ijichi suddenly ends at approximately 9:22 pm. Maki Zen'in instructs them to address the situation with Ijichi, while she and the currently incapacitated Naobito Zen'in remain behind the curtain to handle the elimination of the Curses.

At 9.40 PM, near Shoto Bunkamura Street, Nobara and Akari unexpectedly encounter Haruta Shigemo, who has been carrying out the orders of Uraume by targeting and eliminating Assistant Managers. Shigemo's journey has led him towards Shibuya, and he is filled with joy upon seeing Akari because she fits the criteria of being both a woman and a "Black Suit," the distinctive trait that Shigemo has been using to identify his victims.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12: Nobara Kugisaki and Haruta Shigemo

In Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 12, Nobara faces off against Shigemo. She instructs Akari to create a diversion by pretending to head towards Bunkamura, but actually escaping through Tokyu. Both locations share the same entrance. While Akari makes her getaway, Shigemo hurls his sword towards Nobara. However, with impressive agility, Nobara skillfully avoids the attack. Noting that Shigemo relies on a Cursed Tool despite possessing a Cursed Technique, Nobara deduces that he is skilled in mid-range combat.

A stronger, more formidable opponent, she swiftly infiltrates Shigemo's territory and strikes him relentlessly with her hammer. Consumed by curiosity, Shigemo ponders if they have crossed paths before, yet Nobara, vividly recalling her encounter with him during the Exchange Event, categorically refutes any such assertion.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12: Grade 1 sorcerer, Nanami Kento

Shigemo’s sword, on the other hand, quickly locates Akari, mercilessly slicing into her ankle, rendering her incapable of fleeing. Simultaneously, as Shigemo and Nobara race into Tokyu, he ruthlessly kicks Akari, igniting a wave of fury within Nobara. Despite her best efforts, Shigemo effortlessly surpasses Nobara, skillfully evading her relentless attacks, inflicting severe injuries on Akari, and ultimately landing a devastating blow with enough force to leave her with a concussion.

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Nanami discovers Ijichi's lifeless body near Exit 13 of Shibuya Station at 9.44 PM. En route to seeking help from Shoko Ieri, Nanami stumbles upon the bodies of several deceased assistant managers. Despite these chilling encounters, Nanami perseveres, making his way towards the Zen'in team. While on his journey, memories of Haibara's demise resurface, intertwining with the haunting image of finding Ijichi. This is particularly significant as Ijichi was once Nanami's underclassman at Jujutsu High.

Nanami makes his way back into Shibuya and discovers Shigemo on the verge of ending Akari's life. Consumed by anger, Nanami swiftly overpowers Shigemo, never resorting to unsheathing his own blade. After leaving Shigemo amidst the wreckage outside Bunkamura, Nanami offers assistance to both Nobara and Akari. He guides them away to safety, specifically informing Nobara that only a Grade-1 Sorcerer possesses the ability to proceed further from this point.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 12: Yuji and Megumi part ways

On top of Shibuya Central Tower, Granny Ogami's summoning only extracted Toji's physical form, leaving his soul untouched. However, the mere presence of his body's imprint caused it to consume the medium's soul, completely overpowering their consciousness. Breaking free from Granny Ogami's control, Toji mercilessly ends her life and embarks on a renegade journey under the cover of night.

At 10.04 pm, on the ground below, Yuji and Megumi shatter the restraints and unveil the barrier obstructing the entrance for Sorcerers. They come to the realization that the previous two restraints were counterfeit, leaving them with two remaining barriers to dismantle. However, their attention is quickly diverted as they witness Ino plummeting from the rooftop. Swiftly, they manage to catch him.

Yuji provides reassurance to Megumi in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 12 (Image via MAPPA)

The two boys, recognizing their many tasks at hand, make the decision to go their separate ways. With a promise to his friend that he will not meet an unfortunate fate, a bold assurance given the current challenging circumstances, Yuji ventures towards Shibuya, while Megumi escorts Ino to Shoko Ieri. By 10.10 pm, Yuji arrives at the bustling Shibuya station, where he encounters the awaiting Choso.

For information on the release of Episode 13, readers can refer to the provided release details.