Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Social Media Erupts with Nobara vs Sakura Comparisons Following Episode 19

In a recent episode of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, episode 19, Nobara Kugisaki tragically met her end during a battle with Mahito's curse in Shibuya. This has sparked a familiar debate among anime and manga fans, drawing comparisons between Nobara and Sakura Haruno from Naruto. Sakura's character development has been criticized for appearing stagnant in comparison to Naruto and Sasuke.

Despite becoming a skilled kunoichi, her obsession with Sasuke largely overshadowed her character, leading to her being sidelined for much of the series despite her considerable potential. Fans of Naruto have expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of depth and development in Sakura's character, and being compared to her has become a negative criticism within the animanga community. Now, it seems that Nobara from Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 is facing similar criticism for not reaching her full potential.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 19 leads to fans pitting Nobara against Naruto’s Sakura

Sakura Haruno from the Boruto anime and Nobara Kugisaki from Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 (Images via Studio Pierrot and MAPPA)

The highly anticipated Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, brought to life by MAPPA, has been staying true to the beloved Shibuya manga arc and generating excitement within the anime community.

In episode 19, "Right and Wrong Part 2", Nobara's backstory is explored in depth, revealing her tragic demise in a battle with Mahito. Her moment of vulnerability led to her downfall. The latest episode has ignited a passionate discussion among fans on social media, rather than prompting mourning for Nobara's death.

The discussion revolves around the comparison between Nobara and Sakura. Some fans believe that Nobara is just as ineffective as Sakura, as they both seem to lack impact on the story.

Conversely, others argue that Nobara actually outshines Sakura in terms of significance and character growth. On the other hand, there are also those who believe that Sakura is superior to Nobara.

Here are some of the noteworthy tweets from X, sparked by a video on Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 19 by anime theorist and YouTuber Ohara.

The main post that began the Nobara vs Sakura debate (Image via X/@Youngwiz)

X post criticizing Nobara (Image via X/@erzy33)

X user supporting Sakura (Image via X/@GlassesSonic)

X user gives their opinion on Nobara and Sakura (Image via X/@haremking_esq)

X user ridicules Nobara's death (Image via X/Fade_Coms)

X user defends Nobara (Image via X/@ColCrumbwallace)

X user comments on Sakura's wasted potential (Image via X/@MsLvcky)

X user defends Nobara (Image via X/No6IsFake)

X user claims Nobara is better than Sakura (Image via X/@Cubevoidthing)

X user demeans Sakura (Image via X/)

According to X user, Nobara has made a significant contribution to Jujutsu Kaisen (Image via X/)

As the debate between Nobara and Sakura continues, it's clear that many fans of Jujutsu Kaisen believe that Nobara and other female characters are more well-developed compared to the female characters in Naruto.

Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto has acknowledged his difficulties in creating engaging female characters.

Regardless of which side of the Nobara vs Sakura argument one is on, it's undeniable that both characters have left a significant impact on the world of anime and manga.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I have been following the recent discussions surrounding the comparison between Nobara Kugisaki from Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 and Sakura Haruno from Naruto. The tragic demise of Nobara in episode 19 has sparked a fervent debate among fans, with many drawing parallels between the two characters.

It is important to acknowledge that both Nobara and Sakura have their own unique strengths and weaknesses as characters. While some fans argue that Nobara is just as ineffective as Sakura, others believe that she outshines Sakura in terms of significance and character growth.

In my opinion, the comparison between Nobara and Sakura is a complex one, and it is unfair to simply dismiss one character in favor of the other. Both characters have their own unique journeys and experiences, and it is important to appreciate them for who they are, rather than constantly comparing them.