Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Unraveling Maki's Fate in Shibuya
Unveiling the Fate of Maki Zenin: Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2's Intense Shibuya Arc Reshapes the Series Dramatically
The second season of Jujutsu Kaisen brought a major shift in the series, particularly with the Shibuya Incident arc. This arc said farewell to beloved characters and depicted death and devastation on a large scale.
In episode 15, Maki Zenin, along with Kento Nanami and Naobito Zenin, was burned alive by Jogo. Maki's fate is left uncertain in the anime, with no updates on her survival as the focus remains on Yuji Itadori's fight against Mahito.
Despite the current grim outlook, it is certain that Maki is alive and thriving in the current timeline of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga. Her survival was confirmed in chapter 144, but with a significant change in appearance.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 and the manga. Reader discretion is advised.
How Maki Zenin survived certain death in the Shibuya arc of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2
Maki Zenin as seen in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2(Image via MAPPA)
In episode 15 of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, Kento Nanami, Maki Zenin, and Naobito Zenin fell victim to the Disaster Cursed Spirit Jogo, with Naobito's death being particularly notable. The fate of Nanami and Maki remained uncertain.
But in the conclusion of episode 17, it was revealed that Nanami survived Jogo's assault, despite suffering serious injuries. Tragically, Nanami later met his demise at the hands of Mahito while bravely fighting a group of transfigured humans on his own.
After episode 15, Maki's fate was the only one left ambiguous. Many anime watchers are concerned about her well-being, as it seems unlikely for her to make an appearance this season.
Maki managed to survive Jogo's life-threatening attack in chapter 144 of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, despite sustaining significant damage. Her body was heavily scarred from severe burns. Additionally, her hair was now only reaching past her ears, possibly due to cutting or being burned off. This drastic transformation in appearance marked the beginning of her character development, unfolding in the following chapters.
What happened to Maki after the Shibuya arc?
The Shibuya Incident resulted in the deaths of numerous civilians and sorcerers, including Naobito Zenin, the head of the Zenin clan. Following his death, Megumi Fushiguro was reluctantly appointed as the new head of the clan. Initially, he suggested that Maki should take on the role instead, but she believed that no one would accept her as their leader.
Despite objections, Maki returned to the Zenin clan with the approval of the new clan head to retrieve cursed tools. However, she fell into an elaborate trap set by her father, who conspired to kill both Maki and her sister, Mai. Despite putting up a brave fight, she was ultimately defeated and left for dead alongside her sister.
The image shows Maki Zenin in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, courtesy of MAPPA.
In an unexpected twist, Mai made the ultimate sacrifice to save Maki's life. She revealed that due to the nature of cursed techniques, Maki would never reach her full potential as long as Mai was alive. By giving up her own life, Mai removed the last remnants of Cursed Energy from Maki, enabling her to become incredibly powerful. Before her passing, Mai entrusted her sister with a single mission - to annihilate everything.
The passing of her sister had a profound impact on Maki, leading to a drastic shift in her demeanor as she became a determined and merciless assassin with a singular objective - to eradicate the Zenin clan. Using the sword left behind by Mai, she brutally beheaded her father before ruthlessly annihilating her entire family without hesitation. Though Naoya Zenin proved to be a formidable opponent, Maki ultimately defeated him with a single powerful punch, ending her mission.
The second season of Jujutsu Kaisen marked a significant turning point for Maki and the entire series. As the story progresses, Maki is revealed to be a formidable fighter on par with Toji Fushiguro, a canonically powerful character in the series.
Maki's return to the story in chapter 144 of the manga suggests that she may not appear in the rest of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2. It is anticipated that she will make an appearance in season 3 of the anime, although this has not been confirmed.
Editor's P/S
As an enthusiastic fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I was thrilled to see the second season finally arrive. The Shibuya Incident arc was one of the most highly anticipated parts of the story, and it did not disappoint. The intensity and scale of the conflict were truly breathtaking, and the stakes felt higher than ever before.
One of the things that made the Shibuya Incident arc so compelling was the way it handled the fates of its characters. The death of Kento Nanami was a particularly shocking moment, as he was a fan-favorite character who had been with us since the beginning of the series. However, it was Maki Zenin's fate that left me feeling the most uncertain. After being burned alive by Jogo, her survival seemed unlikely, and I was eager to learn what would happen to her.
