Unveiling the Manipulative Nature of Hakari's Domain: A Jujutsu Kaisen Theory
In recent Jujutsu Kaisen chapters, Kinji Hakari battles Uraume alone, while others confront Ryomen Sukuna This theory explores how Hakari's Domain Expansion, Idle Death Gamble, is cunningly rigged in his favor
In recent chapters of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, Kinji Hakari faces Uraume alone while the other Jujutsu Sorcerers take on Ryomen Sukuna. Despite appearances, a Jujutsu Kaisen theory suggests that Hakari's Domain Expansion is designed to give him an advantage. Hakari, a third-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High, was suspended after a confrontation with authorities and ran the Gachinko Fight Club during his time away from school, organizing hand-to-hand fights between sorcerers for profit.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the Jujutsu Kaisen manga. Reader's discretion is advised.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Hakari's Domain Expansion is rigged for him to hit the jackpot
What is Kinji Hakari's Domain Expansion?
Idle Death Gamble as seen in the Jujutsu Kaisen manga (Image via Shueisha)
Kinji Hakari has named his Domain Expansion "Idle Death Gamble." It takes on a pachinko-themed appearance, resembling a train station where a game of chance is hosted. His goal during this technique is to line up three of the same numbers in order to hit the jackpot. The odds of achieving this are slim, with just a one in 239 chance.
If Hakari is able to hit the jackpot, he receives a bonus of unlimited cursed energy for a duration of four minutes and eleven seconds, the length of the Private Pure Love Train theme song "Admiring You." Along with the limitless cursed energy, his body also undergoes healing of all injuries through the Reverse Cursed Technique.
Hakari using Reversed Cursed Technique (Image via Shueisha)
Hence, hitting the jackpot essentially makes Hakari unkillable for the duration of its effects.
This ability already seems incredibly powerful, but fans are made to think that it has weaknesses due to its 1/239 probability. However, the Domain Expansion is designed for Hakari to always come out on top.
How is Idle Death Gamble rigged for Hakari?
A Jujutsu Kaisen fan theory from X @KaiyoBreeze suggests that Kinji Hakari's Domain Expansion is not based on luck, but rather rigged for him to hit the jackpot. The theory posits that his entire domain operates like a casino, with the explicit goal of ensuring that its user comes out on top. This idea gains support when examining the specific rules of Hakari's Domain Expansion.
While the odds indicate a 1/239 chance of hitting a jackpot, if Hakari manages to hit one, his chances of securing other jackpots increase to 1/30. This is due to the effect of Riichi scenarios, chance boosters, and visual indicators, which significantly raise the likelihood of hitting a jackpot. As a result, his chances of hitting a jackpot are boosted to approximately 75%.
Kinji Hakari and Yuta Okkotsu as seen in the anime (Image via MAPPA)
Despite the possibility of failure, faster spins could enable him to rejoin the fight and win more jackpots, thereby increasing the likelihood of subsequent wins. This demonstrates how Kinji Hakari's Domain Expansion Idle Death Gamble functions like a real casino, with the goal of ensuring that Hakari himself comes out on top. As previously mentioned, hitting the jackpot grants Hakari invincibility for over four minutes. Therefore, if he can consistently hit the jackpot, he could face any opponent without the fear of dying.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I find this theory about Hakari's Domain Expansion to be intriguing and well-supported. The idea that his domain is rigged in his favor adds a layer of complexity and strategy to his character, making him even more formidable and unpredictable. It also highlights the attention to detail and clever world-building that Gege Akutami, the creator of Jujutsu Kaisen, has put into the series.
I appreciate how the theory analyzes the specific rules and mechanics of Hakari's domain, such as the increased chances of hitting a jackpot after the first one and the potential for faster spins. These details suggest that Hakari's domain is not simply a matter of luck, but rather a carefully designed system that gives him a significant advantage in battle. This adds a new level of depth to Hakari's character and makes his fights even more exciting to watch. Overall, this theory enhances my understanding and appreciation of Jujutsu Kaisen and its intricate power system.
