Jujutsu Kaisen Ending: Possible Lack of Merger and Fans’ Acceptance

It can be agreed that the conclusion of Jujutsu Kaisen within the next five chapters is one of the most unexpected reveals to occur in recent times within the fandom. While the Sukuna vs. Sorcerers battle was believed to be the ultimate showdown in the series, numerous fans anticipated the manga to continue until early 2025 and tie up all loose ends introduced by Akutami Gege.

However, the recent news of Jujutsu Kaisen concluding within the next five chapters has sparked speculation about the ultimate showdown in the series. With the manga currently at chapter 266, it is set to conclude with chapter 271 in September 2024.

Please note that this article contains spoilers for the Jujutsu Kaisen series.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Unresolved Plot Points in the Ending

Recently released, chapter 266 of Jujutsu Kaisen has unveiled Megumi’s current status and showcased Yuji’s character development, causing many fans to anticipate a longer continuation of the story.

The announcement of chapter 267 being the finale of the Sukuna fight caused the fandom to assume that the story would continue with another final mini arc. This was due to unresolved plot points such as Gojo’s father, Yuta’s survival, Kenjaku’s return, and Hakari never confronting Sukuna.

The recent Shonen Jump release program, which took place on August 19, 2024, announced that Jujutsu Kaisen will be concluding within the next five chapters. This news has left fans with many unresolved plot points to ponder.

Fan Reactions

Despite the news of Jujutsu Kaisen ending in five chapters, a sentiment shared by numerous fans is that the story could potentially be rushed and the established buildup and potential plot points may be devalued in the manga.

Some other fans have noted that the fact that the series will end in five chapters may hint at a possible part 2, which will likely tie up any loose ends and resolve the remaining plot points.

“Good lord why are all these series ending so abruptly? I feel like there’s still SO MUCH left to talk about and do in JJK (mainly THE MERGER),”one fan mentioned.

“Unfortunately so many people can’t read or understand JJK. Yes it’s ending 5 chapters but it’s gonna be the end of it. Gege definitely ending on cliffhanger with the merger announcing part 2. Part 1 gonna end of sukuna defeat part 2 starting with the merger.”Another fan stated.

Additionally, several fans speculated that the recent news about Jujutsu Kaisen teasing a major project could potentially be an announcement for a sequel or spin-off to the original series.

Some have suggested that the Merger could potentially have a negative outcome, resulting in the elimination of all individuals involved.

“They damn well said a super crazy project is coming out but instead told us JJK is ending. DELUSIONS ARE TELLING ME PART 2 IS COMING ALONG WITH THE MERGER,”another fan said.

“JJK ending with the merger 🙏,”one fan wrote.

The upcoming release of Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 267 on August 25, 2024 will bring an end to the intense Sorcerers vs. Sukuna battle. This highly anticipated chapter will also unveil the direction of the Jujutsu Kaisen finale.

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