Sukuna vs Kashimo Animation in Jujutsu Kaisen: MAPPA's Aiding Hand

The Jujutsu Kaisen fan community is one of the best parts of being a fan of the series. The fanbase is large and filled with incredibly talented individuals who create amazing content inspired by the show. This talent is showcased in various ways, from stunning fan-art to impressive cosplay, and even fan-animated fight scenes from the manga that have yet to be shown in the anime.

A recent example of this is a fan (@OGRedhairedGuy) who animated the fight between Sukuna and Kashimo from the Jujutsu Kaisen manga. They uploaded the animated sequence on YouTube and X (formerly Twitter), and the quality is so impressive that it rivals what a professional studio like MAPPA could produce.

Jujutsu Kaisen fans go berserk over fan-animated Sukuna vs Kashimo fight sequence

The thread was filled with admiration for the animator's hard work, with many expressing gratitude for their efforts. Despite being a large studio with multiple staff members, the entire animation sequence in the video above was handled by a single individual. The meticulous frame-by-frame animation process is incredibly time-consuming.

Enthusiasts of the anime and manga series were thrilled with the fan-animated fight sequence (Screengrab via X).

The selection of angles, the particle effects, and the fight choreography were truly exceptional. Every moment of the Sukuna vs Kashimo fight sequence was adored by fans. Some even went as far as to declare it as the finest fan-animated Jujutsu Kaisen content they had ever seen.

Fans wasted no time flooding the comments section with a variety of GIFs to complement the artist. Many netizens uploaded GIFs declaring that the animator "cooked." It was their way of acknowledging that @OGRedhairedGuy did an outstanding job.

The discussion then turned to Kashimo as a character. For those unfamiliar, Kashimo is an ancient sorcerer who took over Kenjaku’s body and is also known as the God of Thunder. However, his appearance in the manga was short-lived. Fans have expressed appreciation for this antagonist-turned-supporting character and feel that his portrayal in the manga was unjust. The animated sequence has provided fans with a glimpse of what to anticipate when MAPPA brings this scene to life.

Fans express their opinions on the manga's treatment of Kashimo (Screengrab via X)

Final thoughts

This fan-animated sequence in the Jujutsu Kaisen community is undoubtedly one of the best. The animator's technical skill is evident, with a color palette and original design that seamlessly fits the characters and chosen environment for the fight. The positive reaction from Jujutsu Kaisen fans is a clear indication of the high quality of work showcased by the animator. Perhaps MAPPA could consider incorporating certain elements from this video when animating the scene.

Stay tuned for more anime and manga news as 2023 progresses.

Editor's P/S

As a passionate fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I am absolutely blown away by the fan animation of the Sukuna vs Kashimo fight. The animator, @OGRedhairedGuy, has truly outdone themselves with this incredible piece of work. The animation is fluid, the fight choreography is exhilarating, and the special effects are simply stunning. It's hard to believe that this was created by a single individual, and it definitely rivals the quality of what a professional studio like MAPPA could produce.

I'm also really impressed by the animator's choice of angles and camera movements. They perfectly capture the intensity and chaos of the fight, and they make the viewer feel like they're right there in the middle of the action. The selection of music is also spot-on, and it really helps to set the mood and tone of the fight. Overall, this fan animation is an absolute masterpiece, and it's a testament to the incredible talent and passion of the Jujutsu Kaisen fan community.