Sukuna’s Escape in Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 264 Rekindles Plot Armor Debate

Following Angel’s use of the Maximum Output of her Jacob’s Ladder technique on Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 264, it was widely speculated that this would be the decisive blow to defeat the King of Curses.

Despite the readers’ expectations, Gege Akutami surprised them once more as Sukuna not only managed to evade the Jacob’s Ladder technique, but also effectively eliminated Hana Kurusu and Todo by delivering a powerful Black Flash attack.

This recent development once again sparked accusations of “plot armor”against Sukuna, with fans expressing their weariness towards the constant narrow escapes of the King of Curses, who seemed to always be on the brink of defeat.

Exploring the controversy surrounding Sukuna’s perceived plot armor in Jujutsu Kaisen.

Despite Sukuna repeatedly evading death in the recent chapters of the manga, this is not the first time that a Jujutsu Kaisen antagonist has been accused of having “plot armor.”Previously, fans also had the same issue with Kenjaku, until his ultimate demise at the hands of Yuta Okkotsu.

Despite Sukuna’s victory over Satoru Gojo, many fans were dissatisfied with the way the King of Curses fought and won his battles.

Despite facing numerous challenges and attacks from Jujutsu Tech sorcerers in recent chapters of the manga, Sukuna has consistently defied the odds and emerged victorious. However, some fans believe that his survival is not due to his strength and skill in Jujutsu sorcery, but rather due to plot armor. This theory was reinforced when Sukuna survived Angel’s Jacob’s Ladder and immediately retaliated, further supporting the fans’ claim.

Ryomen Sukuna as seen in Jujutsu Kaisen (image via MAPPA)

Despite its negative connotations, plot armor is a necessary element in storytelling as it ensures the safety of the main characters, whose survival is crucial for the progression of the plot. However, in the case of Jujutsu Kaisen, fans have pointed out that it is the antagonists who possess this coveted protection, as they consistently manage to survive perilous situations while the protagonists often face danger.

Despite this, there are also fans who have consistently argued against the idea of Sukuna having plot armor. They maintain that his ability to withstand the Jujutsu sorcerers’ most powerful attacks is not a result of plot armor, but rather a testament to his own strength, expertise, and mastery of Jujutsu sorcery.

Throughout the series, Sukuna has garnered a reputation as the greatest sorcerer in history and the uncontested ruler of curses, and fans are now witnessing the reasons behind it. In addition to his innate strength, agility, and incredible resilience, Sukuna possesses unparalleled expertise and understanding of Jujutsu sorcery. In fact, his vast knowledge enables him to exploit weaknesses in Binding Vows and manipulate any circumstances to his advantage.

After considering all factors, it is evident that Sukuna reigns supreme as the most powerful sorcerer in Jujutsu Kaisen. In his confrontation with Satoru Gojo, Sukuna demonstrated that being the strongest does not solely rely on having immense strength or formidable cursed techniques. Ultimately, his expertise and skill in sorcery triumphed over Gojo’s brute force and potential.

Fans’ Reactions to Sukuna’s Evasion of Angel’s Maximum Output Jacob’s Ladder

Fans were displeased with Sukuna’s effortless escape from Angel’s Maximum Output Jacob’s Ladder, as they had previously witnessed the King of Curses nearly being forced out of Megumi’s body and sustaining serious injuries after being subjected to the same technique.

Despite Akutami’s explanation that Sukuna was able to evade certain death from the technique due to Hana Kurusu’s weakened state, fans on social media continued to accuse Sukuna of having plot armor. They argued that as the King of Curses, Sukuna should not have survived the attack, especially considering his already weakened condition.

“The domain expansion binding vow is stupid and taking no damage for Jacob’s latter is just plot armor,”said one fan.

“Gege giving sukuna the heaviest plot armor each chapter,”another fan claimed.

“Bruh, can’t believe sukuna got more plot armor than Yuji,”another chimed in.

Despite this, there were also numerous fans who took a stand to support Sukuna, arguing that his ability to endure everything thus far is solely a testament to his own power and mastery in Jujutsu sorcery. As a result, the Jujutsu Kaisen community remained divided due to conflicting views.

“It’s annoying how people fail to acknowledge sukuna’s power and say mahoraga and binding vows are carrying him. Like it shouldn’t come as a surprise he’s winning, he’s literally THE STRONGEST sorcerer?? There is 0 plot armor, the series is simply realistic,”one fan expressed.

“Sukuna is cunning enough to know how to use binding vows taking the least damage possible,”one fan wrote.

“People fail to realise his adaptability and creativity is 2 of the major pillars of him being the strongest,”said another fan.

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