The conclusion of the climactic final battle against Sukuna is depicted in chapter 268 of Jujutsu Kaisen. As the highly acclaimed series by Mangaka Gege Akutami nears its end on September 30, 2024, the defeat of the King of Curses, Ryomen Sukuna, is shown in this latest chapter. Yuji is able to successfully separate Sukuna from Megumi’s body, ultimately freeing Megumi from his control.
The subsequent events reflect one of the most memorable moments in Jujutsu Kaisen. During this particular scene, Yuji utters the words, “You are me,”to Sukuna, mirroring his previous interaction with Mahito in chapter 132 where he stated, “I’m you.”Through this brilliant storytelling technique, the author seamlessly links two of the series’ most significant moments, utilizing Yuji’s poignant dialogue to establish a meaningful thematic link between them.
The Final Battle: Yuji vs Mahito and Sukuna
As the highly praised series of mangaka Gege Akutami, Jujutsu Kaisen, nears its conclusion with only four chapters remaining, chapter 268 concludes the intense clash with the formidable Ryomen Sukuna, ultimately bringing an end to the reign of the King of Curses. Yet, in a clever parallel, the mangaka expertly mirrors Yuji’s final showdown with Sukuna to his pivotal confrontation with Mahito during the Shibuya Incident Arc, adding depth to the story.
In the 132nd chapter, Yuji confronts Mahito after defeating him and acknowledges their shared nature, declaring:
“You’re right Mahito, I’m you.”
This moment marks the acknowledgment of Yuji’s inherent similarities with Mahito – both possess a natural inclination towards violence, with Mahito’s desire to kill humans mirroring Yuji’s urge to eliminate curses. This creates a strong thematic connection between the two.
Chapter 268 of Jujutsu Kaisen skillfully references the memorable scene of Yuji and Mahito’s final moments, as Yuji’s final exchange with Sukuna takes place. In the previous chapter 267, Nobara’s dramatic return proved to be vital in the fight against the King of Curses.
Despite Sukuna’s powerful 20th finger, the protagonist uses her Resonance Curse Technique to greatly diminish his Cursed Technique output. As a result, Sukuna is left in a weakened state, unable to activate his domain and leaving Yuji with the ideal chance to deliver a final Black Flash attack.
In Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 268, the aftermath of the decisive attack is depicted, resulting in Sukuna being forcefully removed from Megumi’s body. The story clarifies that Megumi’s weakened state, due to Sukuna’s extraction, will cause the 19 fingers he had absorbed to disappear.
Despite having only one remaining finger, it is still not enough to maintain the connection between Sukuna’s soul and Megumi’s body, especially after being struck by Nobara’s Resonance. The following panels depict the 19 fingers of Sukuna being forcibly removed from Megumi’s body, causing him to transform into a blob-like shape that gradually disintegrates and turns to dust as he is separated from his vessel.
In a crucial moment, Yuji, who has a special understanding of Sukuna’s predicament, suggests bringing him back into his body. As he collects Sukuna’s remnants, his words draw a comparison between their destinies:
“Sukuna, You are me.”
Yuji realizes that they were both burdened with a curse from birth, even though they were unaware of it. He explained that their eventual transformation into monsters was solely determined by chance and the circumstances they were in.
Despite his connection to Sukuna, Yuji was able to avoid the same fate thanks to his grandfather’s intervention. By reaching out to Sukuna and offering him a new way of living, Yuji shows him the possibility of coexisting with others without causing harm. He assures Sukuna that even if nobody else accepts him, he is willing to live with him.
Despite Yuji’s offer, Sukuna, remaining true to his proud and unyielding nature as a curse, refuses. He makes it clear that Yuji should not underestimate him, stating that he will remain a curse until the very end. With this statement, Sukuna’s remaining presence fades away, rejecting the redemption that Yuji tries to offer.
Final thoughts on staying healthy
Despite the mangaka’s skillful connection of the protagonist’s two iconic final moments with the most impactful villains in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 268, their underlying thematic link weaves the characters together while still highlighting the distinct differences between Mahito and Sukuna.
Despite understanding the circumstances of both villains, Yuji was determined to give Sukuna a chance at redemption. However, he was less forgiving towards Mahito, emphasizing a clear difference between the two encounters.
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