Yuji's Victory and Todo's Devastating Defeat: Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 21

In Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21, also known as Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 45, Mahito reveals more of his true form and demonstrates his ability to adapt and evolve during his battle with Yuji and Todo, ultimately bringing their fight to a conclusion.

This episode adapted chapters 129-132 at a faster pace, incorporating a variety of elements with a higher adaptation ratio. The rapid rate of adaptation suggests that the second season may even cover a few chapters beyond the end of the Shibuya Incident arc.

In the last episode, Aoi Todo arrived to save Yuji. His friend Arata Nitta immobilized Nobara and took her away from Shibuya. Yuji, Mahito, and Todo engaged in a 2-v-1 battle, with all three utilizing Black Flash. Please be aware that this article includes discussion of violence typical of the series. Reader discretion is advised.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21 shows Todo losing his arm as Mahito tries to run from Yuji

Mahito's Polymorphic Soul Isomer in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21(Image via MAPPA)

Season 2, Episode 21 of Jujutsu Kaisen is called "Transformation".

The episode kicks off with Todo and Yuji engaging in an intense battle against Mahito, ultimately leading to Mahito's head detaching from his body and creating two separate beings. Mahito then utilizes Soul Multiplication to create a Polymorphic Soul Isomer, a combination of various souls with low resistance that acts as an attacking force. He then dispatches three of these Isomers to go after Todo.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21: 0.2-second Domain

Todo's analysis revealed that when Mahito split earlier, he allocated 80% of his strength to the stronger Dummy body, leaving the weakened real body with only 20% strength. This tactic allowed Mahito to use the stronger body to distract his opponents. Despite the Isomers being grade 2 or 3, they were still able to land hits on Todo. However, it didn't take him long to defeat the three Attack units.

Meanwhile, Mahito has combined his two bodies while battling Yuji. Just as he believes he has defeated Todo, the Grade-1 sorcerer reenters the fray. Mahito is in a tough spot because he cannot use Domain Expansion against Yuji. Sukuna had previously warned him that he would kill him if he ever ended up in Mahito's Domain.

Mahito lacks the ability to use his Domain to target Todo but exclude Yuji. However, he finds the solution after being inspired by Gojo’s accomplishments in B5F. Mahito quickly casts a 0.2-second Domain Expansion and activates his Cursed Technique.

Todo employs a Simple Domain taught by Yuki Tsukumo, while Yuji charges towards Mahito in an attempt to exorcise him before the Domain is activated. Despite their efforts, Mahito outpaces them both due to his newly unlocked abilities from experiencing Black Flash. He manages to materialize inside Sukuna’s internal Domain for 0.2 seconds and threatens to kill Yuji before Sukuna can intervene.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21: Happy Birthday

Mahito's new form in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21(Image via MAPPA)

As the Domain Expansion comes to an end, Mahito's Cursed Technique impacts Todo, prompting him to sever his left hand at the wrist in order to protect the rest of his body. Seizing the opportunity amidst the chaos, Mahito deals a blow to Todo with Black Flash. However, Todo focuses his Cursed Energy in his stomach and withstands the attack.

Following this, he forcefully strikes Mahito with his remaining hand and uses his technique to swap places with Yuji. However, his hand is left blistered where it made contact with Mahito. Todo's necklace shatters, unveiling the images of Takada-Chan and Yuji inside. This inspires Yuji, who effortlessly deals with the Isomer Mahito throws his way.

The transformation of Mahito culminates in the use of a technique called "Instant Spirit Body of Distorted Killing," resulting in a more grotesque form that he refers to as his true form. Yuji is perplexed by the stark contrast between this form and Mahito's previous transformations.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21: Divergent Fist

Mahito boasts that he will transform into a superior being once he eliminates Yuji. With this heightened state, Yuji acknowledges that he must deliver a Black Flash overflowing with Cursed Energy to vanquish the Curse. Being struck by a Black Flash in such close proximity to his Domain Expansion would prove fatal for Mahito.

In Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21, the narration explains that while hitting Black Flash at will is nearly impossible, Yuji's remarkable skill in battle makes it seem as if he can do so effortlessly. Mahito anticipates Yuji's use of black flash and plans to exploit his weak point when the attack inevitably lands. By lowering his defense at this vulnerable point, Mahito can conserve his Cursed Energy, allowing him to use Instant Spirit Body of Distorted Killing to repair any damage from the attack. Despite Mahito's plans to exploit the break between two Black Flashes, Yuji surprises him by using his previously lost technique, Divergent Fist, instead. This unexpected move showcases Yuji's mastery of Cursed Energy.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21: Shall I save you?

In Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21, the narration reveals that Yuji now has complete control over using Divergent Fist, having learned this ability during his battle with Choso. When he uses it against Mahito, the attack has a delayed effect. Todo makes a comeback and attempts to switch places with Yuji, only to realize that he has lost his Cursed technique. Despite this, Todo's distraction allows Yuji to land a final Black Flash on Mahito.

As Mahito struggles to escape, Yuji relentlessly pursues him, leaving Mahito injured and visibly frightened. Yuji confronts Mahito, acknowledging that they are more alike than Mahito cares to admit. Yuji has come to terms with his own role, no longer seeking meaning in his compulsion to kill Mahito, but simply accepting his duty to eliminate Curses.

Mahito attempts to escape, but Yuji relentlessly pursues him like a wolf stalking its prey. Just when Mahito thinks he's free, he encounters Pseudo-Geto and pleads for assistance. Pseudo-Geto sarcastically questions whether he should come to Mahito's aid.

Final thoughts

Pseudo-Geto makes an appearance in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21 (Image via MAPPA).

It is likely that Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21 marks the final battle for Aoi Todo. He admitted to losing Boogie Woogie after coming into contact with Mahito, whose Idle Transfiguration may have played a role in his defeat. Nonetheless, Todo's unwavering support for Yuji was instrumental in the young boy's victory.

Yuji has finally embraced his role in the Jujutsu society, and it will be intriguing to see how Pseudo-Geto will disrupt the clash between Mahito and Yuji. The upcoming two episodes will unveil more about his true identity.

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Editor's P/S

As a passionate fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I was thrilled to watch Yuji's victory and Todo's devastating defeat in season 2 episode 21. The animation and fight scenes were top-notch, and the voice acting was superb. I felt the intensity of the battle and the desperation of the characters as they fought for their lives.

I was particularly impressed with the way the episode adapted the manga chapters. The pacing was excellent, and the adaptation ratio was high, which allowed for a lot of detail and character development. I also appreciated the way the episode incorporated elements from the Shibuya Incident arc, which added depth to the story and made it feel more cohesive.