Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: MAPPA's Brilliant Rendition of Mahito's Demise Surpasses the Manga
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: MAPPA's stunning portrayal of Mahito's demise surpasses the manga's impact, leaving viewers in awe
Since its release, season 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen has transformed the series in an extraordinary way. Fans worldwide have lauded MAPPA's animators for their exceptional work in bringing the Shibuya Incident arc to life, breaking records and exceeding expectations.
MAPPA's adaptation of crucial moments from the manga has been near-perfect, staying true to the source material. In Episode 22 of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, viewers witnessed the brutal demise of the Cursed Spirit Mahito at the hands of Suguru Geto (Kenjaku), a moment that stayed true to the original material.
MAPPA makes Mahito's death in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 much more brutal than the manga
The fans were thrilled by the perfectly animated scene and praised it for enhancing the brutality of Mahito's death.
During the Shibuya arc in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, Mahito solidified himself as one of the most formidable and malevolent antagonists in the entire series. He made it his personal goal to torment Yuji Itadori, and ultimately, he ruthlessly murdered Kento Nanami and Nobara Kugisaki in front of him, shattering his determination to keep fighting.
Aoi Todo arrived in the nick of time to rescue Itadori, inspiring him to continue fighting. Despite being severely injured by Mahito, Todo aided Itadori in defeating the Cursed Spirit. Itadori subsequently pursued Mahito and vowed to end his life following their intense battle. As Mahito attempted to escape, Suguru Geto/Kenjaku suddenly intervened, offering to save him.
Yuji Itadori in the image from Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, as depicted by MAPPA. As Itadori moved towards Kenjaku, he found himself effortlessly countered and overpowered by Kenjaku's vast collection of Cursed Spirits. Despite being weakened, Mahito attempted to seize an opportunity to attack Kenjaku from behind. However, Kenjaku anticipated the move and absorbed Mahito using Suguru Geto's Cursed Spirit Manipulation. Subsequently, Kenjaku absorbed Mahito and claimed his Idle Transfiguration for himself.
This moment in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 marked a definitive end to Mahito's rampage, as he seemingly met a death befitting his horrendous actions throughout the season. However, this particular scene was done in much more detail in the anime, as it showcased Mahito's agony while being absorbed. He was seen writhing and screaming in pain, which the viewers deemed to be a much-deserved end for him. In the manga, however, his death was done in a single panel, which lacked any kind of emotion or satisfaction.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 expertly portrayed Mahito's demise, solidifying his place as the most hated antagonist after taking the lives of beloved characters. Fans were certainly satisfied with the more horrifying end he met in the anime compared to the manga. Many took to social media to express their joy at seeing Mahito finally getting his just desserts, and they thanked the animators at MAPPA for their hard work in bringing this moment to life.
Final Thoughts
Since the first season of Jujutsu Kaisen, Mahito has been a relentless adversary for Yuji Itadori. Fans of the series found some satisfaction in seeing Mahito meet his demise in season 2, particularly after he caused so much devastation to Itadori and those close to him. In addition, the episode's animation quality was widely praised by fans for its faithful adaptation of a pivotal moment from the manga.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I am thoroughly impressed with MAPPA's exceptional adaptation of the Shibuya Incident arc in season 2. The studio's attention to detail and commitment to staying true to the source material are evident in every frame, and the result is an anime that surpasses the manga in terms of visual impact and emotional resonance.
The scene depicting Mahito's demise is a prime example of MAPPA's brilliance. The animation is fluid and dynamic, capturing the intensity and brutality of the moment. Mahito's agony and desperation are palpable, and the sense of catharsis as he is absorbed by Kenjaku is immensely satisfying. This scene is a testament to MAPPA's mastery of the craft, and it elevates Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 to new heights.
