A New King Emerges: Gege Akutami Officially Confirms Adult Yuji’s Unrivaled Power

The conclusion of Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen has left the anime and manga world in a state of feverish excitement and debate. After a long and tumultuous final arc, the fate of protagonist Yuji Itadori was a central point of fan speculation. For much of the series, his strength was intrinsically tied to his role as the vessel for the King of Curses, Ryomen Sukuna, and his incredible physical prowess. However, a recent and monumental revelation from the creator himself has officially solidified Yuji’s place in the pantheon of the Jujutsu world’s strongest sorcerers, confirming that in his prime, he stands on par with none other than the “Six Eyes” user, Satoru Gojo.

This bombshell dropped with the recent announcement and release of a new short-term sequel manga, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo. While the series is set decades after the main storyline, its first chapter contains a single, powerful line of text that has rewritten the landscape of the power hierarchy. The text describes Yuji and Gojo as “Japan’s strongest sorcerers,” a statement that carries the full weight of Gege Akutami’s authority. This is a definitive confirmation that Yuji, in his prime, reached a level of power comparable to the man widely considered the greatest sorcerer of all time. This revelation is a testament to the character’s extraordinary growth and the fulfilling conclusion to his long and painful journey.

The Evolution of a Sorcerer: Yuji’s Path to Mastery

Yuji’s progression throughout the series was unlike that of his peers. He was not born with an innate cursed technique, nor did he come from a prestigious sorcerer family. His power was a result of sheer will, physical talent, and the brutal crucible of combat. Early in the series, his strength was defined by his raw physical force and a unique talent for landing Black Flashes, a phenomenon that amplifies cursed energy output by 120% and is notoriously difficult to achieve. This foundation, combined with his unparalleled resilience, allowed him to survive against a host of formidable curses and sorcerers.

However, the final battle against Sukuna served as the ultimate catalyst for Yuji’s true awakening. It was during this period that he gained the ability to use Reverse Cursed Technique, a highly rare skill that allows for rapid self-healing, placing him in an elite group of sorcerers capable of such a feat. Furthermore, it was confirmed that he had consumed the Death Painting Wombs 4 through 9, granting him mastery over the powerful Blood Manipulation cursed technique. This provided him with a new arsenal of abilities, from projectile attacks like Piercing Blood to other versatile blood-based maneuvers. Most critically, Yuji’s growth culminated in the awakening of his own cursed technique, one that bears a striking resemblance to Sukuna’s own power, which allows him to land devastating blows that impact the soul itself. The narrator’s final words in the main manga hinted at this potential, stating that Yuji’s goal was not just to meet Sukuna’s power, but to eventually surpass it.

Beyond the Culling Game: Yuji’s Legacy

With the death of Satoru Gojo, the Jujutsu world was left without its central pillar. The official text from Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo positions Yuji as the one who rises to fill that immense void. The statement that he and Gojo were considered “Japan’s strongest sorcerers” implies that Yuji not only survived the final confrontation with Sukuna but went on to fully master his new abilities. This confirms that he eventually stood on the same level as his revered mentor, a fitting and emotional conclusion to a story defined by sacrifice and the passing of the torch.

This confirmation provides a satisfying sense of closure for Yuji’s character arc. He began as a selfless, ordinary high school student thrust into a world of curses and tragedy. He endured immense suffering, losing friends and allies, and even his own sense of self as he grappled with his identity as Sukuna’s vessel. However, through sheer will and an unyielding desire to save others, he became a beacon of hope. The official word from Gege Akutami solidifies this transformation, confirming that Yuji’s journey was not just about survival, but about becoming a new cornerstone of the jujutsu world, a sorcerer powerful enough to protect humanity from the shadows of its own creation. It’s a powerful narrative choice that honors his struggle and cements his status as one of the most compelling protagonists in modern shonen manga.