Mappa Revamps Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Opening, Emphasizing Key Characters' Demise

Season 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen has been incredibly eventful, particularly with the highly anticipated Shibuya Incident arc. Fans were delighted with how it unfolded, but also had to endure the heartbreaking deaths of beloved characters. The season opens with an impressive track by King Gnu and stunning animation that captivates viewers. While the opening remained mostly the same, MAPPA recently made a small change to honor the deaths of key characters in the series.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 opening has a small change to highlight the death of important deuteragonists

The opening soundtrack's first iteration features Yuji Itadori and other key characters walking in groups, followed by a transition to Gojo Satoru and Geto walking side-by-side. The anime's title appears on a red background, symbolizing blood.

The video then showcases important members of Jujutsu High entering a shrine-like space, followed by Gojo walking in a crowded street and Mahito committing atrocities inside a train. Characters such as Choso, Aoi Todo, and Mei Mei are then introduced, leading to a scene of Nobara Kugisaki holding her face, reminiscent of her encounter with Mahito.

The initial difference noticeable is the lively and dynamic bird's-eye view of Shibuya in the first version. However, the beginning of the recent episodes portrays a dark, flowing entity descending and seizing control of Shibuya - a symbol of the high number of fatalities in the area.

Additionally, the initial version of the Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 opening features characters like Nanami Kento and Kugisaki Nobara. However, in the most recent episode, these characters are noticeably absent, suggesting the death of key characters in the series.

Initially, the buildings were vibrant and illuminated in the early episodes. However, in the latest episode's opening, the buildings are in ruins. The absence of light symbolizes the destructive events in the Shibuya area. Viewers who only follow the anime may interpret this change as a potential hint regarding the fate of other characters in future episodes.

The Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 opening has undergone significant changes, with a focus on the portrayal of the deaths of key characters (Images via MAPPA).

The latest episode reveals a number of alterations when compared to the original rendition of the animated video for the season 2 opening of Jujutsu Kaisen. It is evident that the animators at MAPPA have dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to this project. By incorporating subtle adjustments that reflect the current events in the series, the animators have succeeded in rejuvenating the opening soundtrack video.

The subtle changes demonstrate the love for the project Jujutsu Kaisen from both the studio and the general public, who quickly noticed the change. It will be intriguing to see similar subtle changes in the future seasons of the anime series.

Keep an eye out for more anime and manga updates as we move into 2023.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I am thrilled with the recent updates to the season 2 opening. The changes made by MAPPA effectively emphasize the tragic demise of key secondary characters and add depth to the overall narrative. The dark, flowing entity descending upon Shibuya and the absence of beloved characters like Nanami Kento and Kugisaki Nobara create a sense of foreboding and loss, hinting at the devastating events that unfold in the Shibuya Incident arc.

The attention to detail and symbolism in the revised opening reflects the passion and dedication of the animators at MAPPA. By incorporating these subtle adjustments, they have managed to enhance the emotional impact of the story and pay tribute to the fallen characters. As a fan, I appreciate the care and thought put into these changes, and I am excited to see how they will continue to shape the narrative in future episodes.