Jujutsu Kaisen has captivated audiences worldwide with its intricate power system and compelling characters. Following the anime’s initial seasons, fans eagerly delve into discussions about character strength and potential. Among the central figures, Yuji Itadori stands out not only for his resilience but also for the latent power he holds as the vessel of Ryomen Sukuna. While characters like Gojo Satoru and Sukuna demonstrate overwhelming, almost divine abilities, questions arise about Itadori’s path to power: specifically, when will Itadori learn a divine technique of his own?
To understand Itadori’s potential, it’s crucial to examine what constitutes a “divine technique” in the world of Jujutsu Kaisen by looking at two of its most prominent wielders: Gojo Satoru and Ryomen Sukuna.
Gojo Satoru: Divine Power Defined
Gojo Satoru is often hailed as the strongest jujutsu sorcerer, a title justified by his possession of both the Six Eyes and the Limitless technique. This combination is so rare and potent that it elevates his abilities to a god-like level within the Jujutsu Kaisen universe. The Six Eyes, though not fully explained, drastically reduces cursed energy consumption, essentially granting Gojo near-infinite cursed energy reserves. This synergizes perfectly with his Limitless technique, a manipulation of space itself.
Limitless manifests in several sub-techniques, each more formidable than the last. Infinity, perhaps the most iconic, allows Gojo to slow down and effectively “stop” incoming attacks, making him nearly untouchable. Cursed Technique Lapse: Blue creates a vacuum, pulling objects inward with immense force, while Cursed Technique Lapse: Red, the reversal of Blue, generates a powerful repulsive force. Culminating these is Hollow Purple, a devastating technique formed by combining Blue and Red, resulting in spatial distortion that erases everything in its path. Beyond these cursed techniques, Gojo’s Domain Expansion, Unlimited Void, is another testament to his divine power. Activated in a mere 0.2 seconds, it overwhelms opponents with infinite information, rendering them incapable of thought or action.
Ryomen Sukuna: A Divine Technique Embodied
Ryomen Sukuna, the King of Curses, embodies divine power in a different, more primal form. Feared and legendary, Sukuna’s very existence as an indestructible curse after his death speaks volumes about his strength. Inhabiting Itadori’s body, Sukuna showcases abilities that are both brutal and refined. His physical prowess is unmatched, but it’s his cursed techniques that truly define his divine status.
Sukuna is known for his slashing attacks: Dismantle and Cleave. Dismantle is his standard, devastating slash, while Cleave adapts to the target’s toughness and cursed energy to ensure a one-hit kill. Remarkably, Sukuna can also wield fire-based techniques, adding to his versatile and terrifying arsenal. His Domain Expansion, Malevolent Shrine, is unique and considered a “divine technique” even within the manga. Unlike typical domains that create a separate space with a barrier, Malevolent Shrine manifests directly onto the environment, amplifying Sukuna’s attacks and guaranteeing hits within a vast radius. This barrierless domain is described as an artist painting a masterpiece on air, highlighting its effortless and divine nature. Furthermore, Sukuna possesses the reverse cursed technique, allowing him to heal from almost any damage, further solidifying his position as a being of immense and seemingly limitless power.
Itadori Yuji: The Path to Divinity?
Considering the divine techniques of Gojo and Sukuna, where does Itadori stand, and when might he develop a comparable power? Currently, Itadori’s strength lies in his exceptional physical abilities and his aptitude for learning jujutsu at an accelerated rate. He has mastered Divergent Fist and Black Flash, showcasing his potential to harness cursed energy effectively in combat. Crucially, Itadori is also learning the reverse cursed technique, a fundamental skill for any top-tier sorcerer and a technique both Gojo and Sukuna utilize effortlessly.
However, Itadori has not yet displayed a unique, “divine” technique comparable to Limitless or Malevolent Shrine. His current abilities are grounded in fundamental jujutsu principles and physical prowess. The question of when Itadori will learn a divine technique is intertwined with his development as a sorcerer and his complex relationship with Sukuna.
Several possibilities exist for Itadori’s power progression:
- Inheriting Sukuna’s Techniques: As Sukuna’s vessel, Itadori might eventually gain access to Dismantle, Cleave, or even Malevolent Shrine. This is a popular theory, and glimpses of Sukuna’s power leaking into Itadori have been hinted at. If this occurs, Itadori learning a “divine technique” would be a process of unlocking and controlling Sukuna’s inherent abilities.
- Developing a Unique Technique: Itadori’s resilience and adaptability might lead him to develop a completely original divine technique. His innate cursed energy and experiences could forge a power unlike anything seen before, perhaps drawing inspiration from both Gojo’s spatial manipulation and Sukuna’s raw power, but manifesting in a unique way aligned with Itadori’s own character.
- Reverse Cursed Technique Mastery: While reverse cursed technique is not inherently an offensive “divine technique,” mastering it to an unprecedented degree could elevate Itadori’s capabilities. Imagine Itadori utilizing reverse cursed technique not just for healing, but for offense or to enhance his physical abilities to a divine level.
Conclusion
Currently, Itadori Yuji is still on his journey of growth. While he hasn’t yet demonstrated a divine technique on par with Gojo Satoru’s Limitless or Ryomen Sukuna’s Malevolent Shrine, his potential is undeniable. Whether he inherits Sukuna’s powers, forges his own unique divine technique, or elevates a fundamental skill like reverse cursed technique to new heights, the question of when Itadori will achieve this level of power remains a driving force for fans. As Jujutsu Kaisen continues, the evolution of Itadori’s abilities is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated developments, promising to showcase the birth of a new divine power in the jujutsu world.
