The Overlooked Triumphs of Yuji in the Jujutsu Kaisen Fandom Amid Sukuna's Popularity
Unveiling Yuji's hidden triumphs in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 247 amidst Sukuna's spotlight Explore the remarkable feats of Yuji Itadori's character that deserve recognition
The leaked Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 247 has sparked a lot of discussion, particularly around Sukuna's actions towards Higuruma. Additionally, Yuji Itadori's character has shown some intriguing developments, with hints of upgrades during the month between Satoru Gojo's return and the sorcerers' battle against the King of Curses. However, there has been some division within the Jujutsu Kaisen fandom regarding how Sukuna has been portrayed in recent chapters, particularly in his ability to escape challenging scenarios.
Moreover, this also appears to counteract the growth in Yuji's skills, especially in the pivotal moments of chapter 247, which could have a significant impact on the upcoming final battle. Please note that this article contains spoilers for the Jujutsu Kaisen series.
Explaining Yuji's feat against Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 247
The leak of Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 247 created a buzz, with the shocking revelation that Higuruma may have met his demise. While the focus was on his demise and the significance of him bestowing the Executioner's Sword upon Yuji, the chapter's conclusion, with the protagonist poised to strike Sukuna, left readers on a gripping cliffhanger.
In that regard, something that a lot of fans didn't notice due to the focus of these events was Yuji's feats during the last couple of chapters.
Yuji's role as the main character in Jujutsu Kaisen has been under scrutiny, but many believe that he is finally stepping up to the plate, as shown in recent chapters. He has been able to match Sukuna's speed, sustained an injury while possibly using Blood Manipulation against the King of Curses, and was able to surprise his opponent by stabbing him with the Executioner's Sword from behind.
Yuji and Sukuna's contrast
It's highly unlikely that Sukuna will be defeated, given the direction of the story and the strength of his opponent. However, when Sukuna targeted Higuruma, Yuji was the only one able to keep up with him. This demonstrates Yuji's determination and physical capabilities, as well as his desire to conclude something he feels he initiated in this series.
The anime character Yuji Itadori from Jujutsu Kaisen (Image via MAPPA).
Yuji and Sukuna represent conflicting forces in the Jujutsu Kaisen series, hence author Gege Akutami has been methodically building towards a showdown between the two.
Many have felt that Yuji's role as a protagonist has been overshadowed throughout the series, but fans believe that Satoru Gojo was the only one capable of defeating Sukuna. However, in the end, it makes sense for Itadori to be the one to finish the job. This is because the story begins with Yuji consuming one of Sukuna's fingers and, thematically, he represents a direct opposite to the King of Curses. He is a genuinely good person who practices Jujutsu not for selfish reasons, but to help others, which directly contradicts Sukuna's ways and is a key reason for the latter's dislike of the former.
Final thoughts
The latest chapter of Jujutsu Kaisen, chapter 247, has left fans hanging on a massive cliffhanger. Akutami now has the opportunity to delight and surprise his audience with the upcoming events. Nevertheless, it's impossible to overlook the incredible feats exhibited by Yuji Itadori during his short battle with Sukuna in the current manga.
Editor's P/S
As a hard fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I am thrilled to see Yuji finally getting the recognition he deserves. For too long, he has been overshadowed by Sukuna's popularity, but the recent chapters have shown that Yuji is a force to be reckoned with in his own right. His ability to match Sukuna's speed, sustain an injury while possibly using Blood Manipulation against him, and surprise him with the Executioner's Sword demonstrate his incredible growth and determination. I believe that Yuji is the only one who can truly defeat Sukuna, and I can't wait to see their final showdown.
I also appreciate the way that Gege Akutami has been building towards Yuji and Sukuna's confrontation. The two characters represent conflicting forces in the Jujutsu Kaisen universe, and their battle is more than just a physical fight - it's a clash of ideologies. Yuji represents the power of good, while Sukuna represents the power of evil. Their battle is a battle for the soul of the Jujutsu Kaisen world, and I believe that Yuji will ultimately emerge victorious.
