What’s Bankai? — Bleach and Jujutsu Kaisen fandoms pull no punches while debating which is more popular today

What’s Bankai? — Bleach and Jujutsu Kaisen fandoms pull no punches while debating which is more popular today

In the world of anime fandoms, few discussions are as intense as the ongoing debate between fans of Bleach and Jujutsu Kaisen. The current topic of contention is Bankai versus Domain Expansion, sparked by a user known as @25th_ilka, who claimed that Domain Expansion is more widely favored than Bankai.

Despite criticism, supporters of Bleach have highlighted Bankai’s enduring impact and memorable moments, such as Ichigo’s iconic chant and Shunsui’s Thousand-Year Blood War arc scene. In contrast, fans of Jujutsu Kaisen have emphasized the series’ swift ascent, Gojo Satoru’s widespread recognition, and its ability to challenge Bankai’s longstanding dominance. Others have chosen to remain impartial, recognizing the generational differences and admiring both techniques.

Jujutsu Kaisen and Bleach: A Battle for Popularity in Chanting Fandoms

A user by the name of @25th_ilka, who is an avid fan of X, triggered a passionate discussion by claiming that Domain Expansion is the more favored technique compared to Bankai, resulting in a heated competition between the two fan groups. Dedicated followers of Bleach quickly responded by sharing memorable scenes from their series that showcase the dominance of Bankai.

In the Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War arc, we witnessed the iconic chant of Kurosaki Ichigo and the bone-chilling aura that surrounded Kyoraku Shunsui when he unleashed his Bankai.

Gojo Satoru uses his Domain Expansion (Image via MAPPA)
Gojo Satoru uses his Domain Expansion (Image via MAPPA)

Despite the Jujutsu Kaisen community’s strong displays of Gojo Satoru and Ryomen Sukuna’s Domain Expansions, they were not to be outdone. This sparked a passionate discourse as the debate evolved, with each fandom showing their deep-rooted pride and loyalty for their beloved series by defending their favorite techniques. As a result, the playing field was leveled.

The Reaction of Two Fandoms to a Controversial Claim

The ongoing discussion on the merits of Domain Expansion versus Bankai has sparked passionate responses from fans of both sides. Supporters of Bleach on X have made a case for Bankai by emphasizing its significant contributions, such as iconic moments and the series’ overall cultural impact. They contend that Bankai’s recognition and influence far exceed that of Domain Expansion.

“Bankai is simply domain expansion but is more impactful and actually means something I understand if you weren’t aware of it since Genjutsu Kaisen has clearly genjutsu-ed you into thinking that it is good Not your fault,”a fan said.

“I only know one mid that is jjk,”another fan said.

“Bankai is the most iconic word in the big 3,”another person added.

Despite this, supporters of Jujutsu Kaisen have highlighted the series’ swift surge in fame, particularly due to characters such as Gojo Satoru gaining recognition beyond just the manga’s fanbase. They argue that the recent success of Jujutsu Kaisen serves as evidence of its increasing influence in the anime industry, potentially rivaling the longstanding legacy of Bankai.

“??? currently domain expansion is more popular. for every bankai i hear, there are 10 domain expansion mentions,”a fan said.

“Bleach is not THAT popular bro,”another fan said.

“A side character from JJK has more more motion than entirety of Bleach,”another fan added.

Despite the ongoing debate, a portion of fans recognize the generational disparities between the two series and have adopted a neutral position, valuing the distinct contributions of both Domain Expansion and Bankai.

“Watching both, its the same feeling. Except one is big &powerful while the other is Wide and Vast the feeling of what is gonna happen. Both are going to be said by people given how iconic they are. Just for a new generation,”a fan said.

“It’s odd to me how the JJK fandom is at odds with people who like Bleach. It could be that it’s the newcomers stoking the flames, but I would’ve thought that same fandom would have some respect and appreciation since Bleach was Gege’s inspiration for JJK,”another X user commented.

Final Thoughts

Ichigo uses Bankai (Image via Studio Pierrot)
Ichigo uses Bankai (Image via Studio Pierrot)

Ultimately, the ongoing discussion surrounding Domain Expansion versus Bankai demonstrates the unwavering commitment of devoted fans. Although avidly advocating for their preferred technique, many fans also acknowledge the historical significance and appreciate the unique contributions of both techniques to the world of anime.

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