Unleashing the Ultimate Showdown: Satoru vs Sukuna - Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 231

Highlights

Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 231 showcases Gojo's Limitless technique and its devastating effects, making every punch feel like a critical strike.

Gojo currently holds the advantage in the fight against Sukuna since Domain Expansions are no longer viable, and Sukuna is still adjusting to Gojo's Limitless technique.

The battle is approaching its peak, with Sukuna having only three turns to adapt to Limitless. Gojo must conclude the fight before Sukuna completes the adaptation procedure, or else he faces the danger of defeat.

Warning: The following content contains spoilers for Chapter 230 of Jujutsu Kaisen titled "Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 9" by Gege Akutami, translated by John Werry, and Lettered by Snir Aharon, available in English from MangaPlus.

Chapter 231 of Jujutsu Kaisen was recently released, further advancing the intense battle between Gojo and Sukuna. This prolonged fight shows no signs of reaching its conclusion just yet, as it is set to continue for a few more chapters. However, chapter 231 significantly brings us closer to the climactic finale of this epic confrontation.

Satoru's Limitless

The fans have finally received a glimpse of the impending conclusion to this fierce battle. However, they are well aware that there is still a substantial portion of the battle left to unfold. The latest chapter reaffirms the fact that either combatant has the potential to emerge victorious, leaving everyone in suspense regarding the outcome. Only the author possesses the knowledge of what lies ahead from this point onward.

Chapter 231 of Jujutsu Kaisen delves deep into Satoru's Limitless technique, shedding light on its true power. The chapter kicks off with a discussion about the sheer impact of being on the receiving end of Satoru's ability. Only a handful of characters, including Yuta, admit to having experienced the full brunt of Satoru's attacks, and they describe it as an utterly dreadful sensation. Yuta, in fact, even ends up vomiting after being struck by this formidable technique. When Satoru lands a hit, it's not just a mere punch. He goes beyond simply infusing his fist with Cursed Energy; he manipulates the Blue to absorb the space between himself and his target. Consequently, the blow feels like a devastating counterstrike, packed with an immense amount of force. Itadori recalls Nanami mentioning a similar notion in the past. To put it simply, every single punch from Gojo feels like a game-changing critical hit, while all others pale in comparison, coming off as mere jabs.

Getting into competition with Gojo is an unwise decision, as he will always emerge victorious. This particular section serves to emphasize the notion that regardless of Gojo's opponents, he maintains the upper hand due to his ability to absorb space and deliver devastating strikes consistently. Consequently, although Sukuna endures numerous blows from Gojo, the impact of their respective attacks differs significantly. While Sukuna possesses formidable techniques, Gojo continuously lands critical hits on him with each calculated move.

Gojo Takes The Front Seat

Gojo's domination in the clash continued in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 231. The previous chapter confirmed that Domain Expansions are now off-limits. Gojo, unable to utilize Unlimited Void due to his battered body, and Sukuna, weakened by the same technique after enduring it for just 10 seconds, are left with only Cursed Technique and hand-to-hand combat as their weapons. Sukuna's objective becomes apparent—he aims to familiarize himself with Limitless by employing Mahoraga's wheel, as seen in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 231. Nevertheless, Gojo relentlessly launches a series of assaults against Sukuna, undeterred by his plan.

Using the color blue, Gojo effortlessly manipulated Sukuna's movements, delivering one powerful strike after another. Gojo astutely observed Sukuna's reliance on Mahoraga's wheel. Whenever Sukuna needs to make physical contact with Satoru, he must resort to Domain Amplification, causing the wheel on his head to turn gray. This signifies that the adaptation process comes to a temporary halt during this period. Sukuna cannot multitask in this regard. However, it also implies that he can utilize Domain Amplification but is unable to employ any Barrier Technique to expand his domain. Simultaneously, Sukuna became aware that Gojo deliberately refrained from employing anything beyond the basic capabilities of his Limitless power. This was to be expected, as Gojo did not want Sukuna to adapt to his unique abilities.

Mahoraga In Action

The presence of Mahoraga in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 231 proved to be of immense significance. Sukuna harnessed Mahoraga's adaptation abilities to counter the Limitless technique, yet things were far from straightforward. As mentioned earlier, it is worth noting that Sukuna is unable to utilize both adaptation and Domain Amplification simultaneously.

He is in desperate need of Domain Amplification to overcome Satoru's Limitless ability, giving Satoru numerous chances to retaliate. However, Satoru must also successfully land his attacks, allowing Sukuna ample opportunities to adjust to Limitless. In this chapter, fans witnessed the rotation of the wheel on top of Sukuna's head, indicating the ongoing process of adaptation.

Nevertheless, Limitless is unlike most techniques as it possesses a unique quality. It is an arduous endeavor for anyone to adapt to it, even for the most powerful Shikigami of the 10 Shadows Technique, Mahoraga. Adapting to Limitless requires a significant amount of time, imposing a time limit on Gojo to defeat Sukuna and end the battle definitively. Gojo astutely recognizes that it will take a total of four spins of the wheel for Sukuna to adapt to Limitless. Currently, the wheel has only rotated once, implying that Gojo still has three spins remaining before the adaptation process reaches completion.

The Climax Of The Battle

With the introduction of the 3-turn limit in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 231, Gege Akutami has added a time constraint to the battle. The countdown is on, signaling the climax of the fight. Both characters, Gojo and Sukuna, will now make desperate attempts to defeat each other. Gojo aims to end the battle before Sukuna can adjust to the limitless technique, while Sukuna hopes to provoke Gojo into attacking and completing the adaptation process.

The battle is expected to conclude in the upcoming chapters, and although Gojo currently holds the advantage, he is under time pressure. He must be cautious as a careless move could result in his defeat. Additionally, Gojo cannot rely on the Reverse Cursed Technique to recharge his exhausted Cursed Technique. Every move matters from this point forward. On the other hand, despite enduring substantial damage, Sukuna can rely on his overpowering ability to adapt to the Limitless technique if the proper procedure is followed. The next chapter will feature a carefully orchestrated plan, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the outcome.