With the finale of Jujutsu Kaisen now upon us, readers are left to ponder the finality of Sukuna’s demise, as depicted in the latest chapter of Gege Akutami’s manga series. As Jujutsu Kaisen draws to a close in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump, the saga of Sukuna, the malevolent antagonist, reaches its conclusion. This marks the end of an intense and prolonged conflict, concluding with Sukuna’s defeat through the combined efforts of Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki.
Jujutsu Kaisen began with Yuji Itadori grappling with his own desire for a meaningful death, setting the stage for the series’ exploration of mortality and the concept of a “proper” death. The final battle against Sukuna, which unfolded in the Shinjuku Showdown arc, has been marked by significant casualties and escalating stakes. The recent chapter, however, introduces an abrupt resolution to Sukuna’s story, raising questions about whether his end aligns with the thematic underpinnings of the series.
In Chapter 268, Sukuna’s demise is depicted through a poignant interaction with Megumi, revealing his sense of desperation as his final moments approach. Despite Yuji’s offer to share his body once more and forge a new path, Sukuna clings to his identity as a Curse, choosing to meet his end on his own terms. This decision underscores Sukuna’s refusal to concede, reflecting his nature even in death.
Yet, from an external perspective, Sukuna’s end appears notably anticlimactic. Transformed into a formless blob as he is expelled from Megumi’s body, Sukuna’s final moments seem almost pitiful. This incongruous finale stands in stark contrast to his formidable presence throughout the series. As Yuji and his allies seek their own paths to redemption and resolution, Sukuna’s demise underscores a dramatic and somewhat fittingly ignominious conclusion for one of the series’ central antagonists.