Unleashing the Ultimate Showdown: Choso vs Yuji in The Raid Kaisen

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 is currently in full swing, featuring an intense battle between Yuji Itadori and Choso. MAPPA's exceptional animation has once again impressed the fanbase, but this particular episode exceeded all expectations. The animation was executed flawlessly, and the fight choreography was both seamless and impactful.

Adding to the excitement among Jujutsu Kaisen fans, the latest episode made a nod to one of the greatest martial arts films, Raid 2. The fight choreography drew inspiration from this renowned film, further enhancing the episode's appeal.

The fanbase reacted with great enthusiasm to the recent episode, particularly the highly popular fight scene between Rama and the assassin in the kitchen. This epic battle served as inspiration for the animators at MAPPA and resulted in the fans affectionately dubbing this particular episode "The Raid Kaisen." Additionally, the anticipation built up as both Yuji and Choso prepared to face off, adopting similar stances and engaging in a thrilling hand-to-hand combat that mirrored sequences from the Indonesian martial arts film.

Jujutsu Kaisen fans go berserk over Raid 2-inspired fight sequence

The Yuji Itadori vs. Choso fight in Jujutsu Kaisen had the fanbase buzzing with excitement. And when the episode finally aired, fans were not disappointed. In fact, a new name, "Raid Kaisen," emerged to describe this amazing crossover. Gege Akutami's anime series clearly paid homage to a cult classic martial arts film, and fans were blown away by the incredibly fluid animation. The level of difficulty in animating scenes like this was recognized and appreciated by the fans. Additionally, fans praised the cinematography, as the choice of angles added an extra level of dynamism to the fight.

The fanbase declared this fight scene as one of the finest animated battles in recent times. Moreover, they began to refer to Jujutsu Kaisen as the "epitome" due to its outstanding animation showcased in this episode.

It is fair to assert that anime today lacks the smoothness of hand-to-hand combat. Nevertheless, this series revived it and successfully captivated the majority of their audience.

There was a separate segment of the fanbase comprised of martial arts film enthusiasts. While it's not uncommon for film stars like Bruce Lee to be mentioned, the inclusion of Raid 2 in this context took many fans by surprise. It's safe to say that the majority, if not all, martial arts and anime fans welcomed this reference. Additionally, fans specifically pointed out Gege Akutami's rationale behind incorporating the aforementioned film.

However, not all Jujutsu Kaisen enthusiasts were pleased with the result. Despite the recognition for incorporating elements of the Raid 2 choreography, a portion of fans felt dissatisfied. They found the movements to be somewhat disruptive, ultimately diminishing the overall viewing experience.

Final thoughts

The animation quality of Jujutsu Kaisen was widely appreciated by the majority of its fanbase. The choreography, camera angles, particle effects, soundtrack, and overall execution were all exceptionally well-done. Additionally, the inclusion of references to Raid 2 in one episode earned it the title of Raid Kaisen.

This is merely the starting point when we contemplate the series of events presented in the Shibuya Incident arc. It will be intriguing to observe how the anime will incorporate the remaining battle sequences from the ongoing storyline.

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