Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 267 surprised many fans in the anime community with the reappearance of Nobara Kugisaki, a character believed to have perished during the Shibuya Incident arc. While there were several speculations about her possible survival and potential role in battling Ryomen Sukuna, the majority of viewers had accepted her death as a plot point in the story by that point.
Since her return to the story, there has been much discussion among the Jujutsu Kaisen fandom about whether this plot twist was a retcon and if author Gege Akutami included it for the sake of fanservice. However, it should be noted that Nobara’s reappearance cannot be considered a retcon since her death was never definitively confirmed, and this fact played a significant role in the story, setting her apart from other characters.
Please note: This article includes information about key plot points in the series.
Explaining why Nobara Kugisaki’s return to Jujutsu Kaisen makes sense and wasn’t a retcon
During the Shibuya Incident arc, Nobara engaged in a battle against Mahito. In the midst of the fight, her left eye was affected by the Curse’s Idle Transfiguration technique, causing it to explode. This came as a shock to protagonist Yuji Itadori and the audience. However, chapter 267 of the manga later revealed that she miraculously survived the attack and only lost her left eye, leading some to believe it was a retcon.
It should be noted that Arata, a Kyoto student, informed Yuji a few minutes later that there was a possibility of saving Nobara, but he shouldn’t get his hopes up. Later, when Megumi Fushiguro spoke with Yuji, he never explicitly stated that she had died. This detail was noticed by many fans, especially since her body was not shown after the Mahito fight until chapter 267.
It is worth noting that Akutami has consistently depicted characters’ deaths in a clear manner, as seen in instances such as splitting Satoru Gojo in half in his fight against Sukuna or completely destroying Nanami Kento in his battle against Mahito. Even though Nobara sustained a serious injury, her body still managed to survive.
The consequences of Nobara Kugisaki’s return
The reappearance of Nobara Kugisaki was a highly unexpected event in Jujutsu Kaisen and greatly impacted the character’s role in the story. It has raised questions about how she will be utilized moving forward. While her return has been met with excitement and validation for some, it cannot be overlooked that it also brings about a new set of challenges.
Despite being a beloved character, many fans felt that Nobara’s potential was not fully utilized in the story. This sentiment stemmed from her absence during the Shibuya Incident arc, where the stakes were at their highest. Additionally, her absence during the Culling Games arc and the final battle with Sukuna hindered her character development and minimized her impact in the overall narrative. This ultimately diminishes her legacy in the story.
Final Thoughts
Despite potential differences in opinions regarding Nobara’s return to Jujutsu Kaisen, it should not be considered a retcon in terms of the story’s continuity. Gege Akutami subtly foreshadowed the character’s potential comeback through crumbs and hints, ultimately satisfying readers in chapter 267.
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