Highlights
Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 239 focuses entirely on Kenjaku, shifting away from the main battle between Sukuna, Yuji, and Higuruma, disappointing some fans.
Kenjaku demonstrates his disregard for others and lays the foundation for his scheme involving Gojo's body by murdering a woman who dares to challenge him.
Hazenoki confronts Kenjaku and engages in combat, but proves to be no match for his opponent's superior skills. Unexpectedly, Takaba manages to survive an assault by Kenjaku, hinting at a potential future confrontation between them.
Jujutsu Kaisen makes its long-awaited return after a two-week hiatus and fans are eagerly anticipating the continuation of the story. In the previous chapter, it was made evident that the intense duel between Sukuna and Kashimo had reached its conclusion.
This exhilarating clash kept fans on the edge of their seats, and despite Kashimo putting up a valiant fight, he proved to be no match for Sukuna once he tapped into his true form's power. Following this epic battle, Yuji and Higuruma swiftly entered the fray. However, to everyone's surprise, this week's chapter of JJK takes a departure from these two characters. Instead, leaked information from Jujutsu Kaisen 239 reveals that the focus has now shifted to none other than Kenjaku.
Kenjaku On The Move
Chapter 239 of Jujutsu Kaisen solely focuses on Kenjaku, disappointing fans who were eagerly awaiting the continuation of the epic battle between Yuji and Sukuna. This long-awaited showdown was believed to be Yuji's moment to defeat Sukuna, but the story takes an unexpected turn. Instead of focusing on the main battle, the chapter centers around Kenjaku, much to the disappointment of many fans. It was anticipated that the story would highlight Higuruma and Yuji pushing Sukuna into a corner.
However, the chapter begins and ends with Kenjaku. At the start, Kenjaku is seen in combat in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 239, engaging with a woman who he attacks with a jellyfish curse. This woman simply wanted to understand why Kenjaku brought them back and turned them into cursed objects if he only intended to manipulate them as pawns in his game. Kenjaku dismisses her, stating that they hold no value to him other than as tools to achieve his own goals. The woman meets a swift demise, seemingly serving as a mere plot device to progress Kenjaku's story. Shortly after, Hazenoki finally returns to the scene after a prolonged absence.
Gojo's Death Streamed
Immediately after Kenjaku killed the woman, he initiated a conversation with Hazenoki. It became evident that Kenjaku had finally become aware of Gojo's death. Fans are aware that Gojo met a cruel demise at the hands of Sukuna, who had to advance his skills in order to defeat the most powerful modern sorcerer. With evident amusement, Kenjaku watched the event on his device, witnessing the live stream where Gojo's body was gruesomely split in half. Kenjaku went on to remark that Gojo had a captivating expression on his face before his demise. This strongly suggests that Kenjaku has something significant planned for Gojo, and fans have speculated that he may take over Gojo's body.
This sequence of events may be hinting at a major development in the future of Jujutsu Kaisen. Gojo, who was undeniably the series' most beloved character, will have a profound impact with his death. It remains uncertain whether Kenjaku will employ Gojo's death as a weapon against the sorcerers or if the author will conclude Gojo's story altogether. Regarding Kenjaku, he doesn't seem overly concerned about Gojo and his demise. It is evident that he anticipated such an outcome, indicating his understanding of the true terror unleashed by someone like Sukuna.
Kenjaku Vs Hazenoki
However, Hazenoki played a crucial role in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 239 by confronting Kenjaku. Despite Kenjaku's initial attempts to foster a friendship, Hazenoki firmly rejected it, leading to a fierce battle between the two characters. Kenjaku swiftly utilized his incredible power of Cursed Spirit Manipulation to attack Hazenoki. This ability allowed Kenjaku to overpower his opponents, as evidenced in JJK chapter 239.
Hazenoki skillfully evaded Kenjaku's initial attack, but eventually proved to be no match for him. Despite Hazenoki's attempt to escape, he was unable to overcome Kenjaku's superior combat skills.
Fans also have the opportunity to witness the true objective of Kenjaku in the Culling Game arc. He unveils his plan to eliminate every single participant in the game, thus fulfilling his Binding Vow. Subsequently, Tengen would be able to merge with the entirety of Japan. An ultimate conversation takes place between these two characters, culminating in the demise of Hazenoki. Once again, Gege introduces yet another character only to eliminate them in this chapter, much to the disappointment of fans.
Kenjaku Vs Takaba
In the latest installment of Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 239, an unexpected contender emerged onto the battlefield. This contender was none other than Takaba, whose hidden potential has captivated fans. However, Takaba remains oblivious to his own abilities. Surprisingly, even Kenjaku underestimated Takaba's strength in this chapter. Kenjaku expressed his disinterest in engaging with any awakened players besides Higuruma. Confident in his powers, Kenjaku attacked Takaba, believing it would be enough to ensure victory. Much to his astonishment, Takaba proved to be unscathed by the assault.
Kenjaku was clearly shocked by the fact that Takaba survived the attack. In JJK 239, Takaba appears largely unaffected by Kendrick's assault, leaving Kenjaku confused and unable to comprehend Takaba's newfound strength. The story will now shift its focus to a fight between Kenjaku and Takaba, promising an exciting battle for fans. Although it is expected that Kenjaku will ultimately come out on top, Takaba, being a performer, will undoubtedly put on a memorable show for spectators.
JJK chapter 239 continues to surprise fans with its unexpected narrative direction. It remains highly captivating, leaving readers eager to see how the story will progress and whether it will delve into the ongoing events of the calling game arc. Fans can enjoy reading Jujutsu Kaisen through Viz Media, as the series is officially available for free on the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus app. The eagerly anticipated release date for Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 239 is October 22, 2023.