Alert: Spoilers ahead for Jujutsu Kaisen 254, 'Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 26' by Gege Akutami, translated by John Werry, and Lettered by Snir Aharon, available in English from MangaPlus.
Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 254 was released recently, revealing an expected plot development. The ongoing raid on Sukuna during the Shinjuku showdown arc has resulted in the defeat of numerous powerful sorcerers.
This time, Kusakabe faced off against Sukuna as part of the raid, and the outcome was as predicted. Kusakabe lost the battle, but a new challenger emerged to confront Sukuna, surprising everyone. These events and more unfolded in JJK chapter 254.
The Showdown: Kusakabe vs. Sukuna
In JJK chapter 254, the anticipated battle between Kusakabe and Sukuna commenced. In the preceding chapter, Kusakabe was highly praised by various sorcerers at Tokyo Jujutsu High, including Nanami, Mei Mei, and Gojo. Regarded as the strongest Grade One sorcerer, Kusakabe showcased his resourcefulness by effectively utilizing his unique domain. His abilities differed significantly from those of other sorcerers, allowing him to expand the domain's range extensively and launch automatic attacks on his foes.
Despite landing a barrage of slashes on Sukuna, Kusakabe's efforts ultimately fell short. Fans had low expectations due to his perceived lack of power compared to Special Grade sorcerers like Yuta. Although his attacks seemed impactful, they failed to make a significant impact, leaving fans disappointed.
Defeat: Kusakabe's Demise
In Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 254, Kusakabe met his end in battle as predicted. Despite his fierce assault on Sukuna, he failed to land a significant blow and succumbed to Sukuna's overwhelming power. As another sorcerer intervened, Sukuna's focus shifted, leading to a surprising turn of events.
Unexpected Addition: Miguel's Involvement
Chapter 254 introduced Miguel as a new challenger against Sukuna. While fans anticipated another sorcerer joining the battle, Miguel's participation came as a shock. Despite his absence from the story for some time, Miguel's history with Gojo adds intrigue to his involvement. However, fans remain uncertain about Miguel's capabilities compared to past opponents of Sukuna like Yuta and Maki.
With a desire for a fresh narrative approach in the ongoing battles, fans hope for a change in the repetitive pattern of fighters being swiftly defeated by Sukuna. The cycle of new contenders entering the fray only to meet a similar fate has become monotonous, prompting fans to anticipate a more engaging confrontation with the King of Curses. The outcome of Miguel's confrontation with Sukuna in JJK chapter 255 remains a subject of eager speculation.
Jujutsu Kaisen is accessible on Viz Media, with official free readings available on the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps. The release date for Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 255 is scheduled for March 30, 2024.