The world of anime is a vast landscape filled with intricately designed power systems, each more complex and unique than the last.
But none are as notorious for their complexity and confusion as Jujutsu Kaisen.
Even the characters within the story, and Jujutsu Kaisen’s mangaka, Gege Akutami himself, have admitted to its perplexing nature.
So to help your head wrap around the various powers, and zany types of techniques there are in Jujutsu Kaisen, we are going to break things down for you!
The Core Of All Powers in Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Energy
Cursed energy originates from the depths of human negativity – fear, sadness, anger, envy, all swirling together to form malevolent spirits.
It’s like a dark and twisted version of photosynthesis, but instead of sunlight as its energy source, it uses negativity.
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To help you better picture the idea of curse energy picture a tree, imagine cursed energy as the roots of a tree, from which all other powers stem.
Only a small number of people are attuned to it, the people known as Jujutsu Sorcerers and curse users, can perceive and manipulate this energy.
They are like the seeds that first sprout breaking through the soil, finally able to see the world of curses for what it truly is.
However Jujutsu Sorcerers are not the only ones who can use cursed energy, Cursed Spirits can use cursed energy too.
Mastering The Power Of Cursed Energy
For Jujutsu Sorcerers and Cursed Users, controlling cursed energy is key.
It’s like taming a wild beast – requiring discipline and emotional control.
Only then can Sorcerers and Cursed Users channel this energy into powerful attacks, defensive manoeuvres, and even weapon enhancements.
Black Flash: The Blessing Of Curse Energy
Precision is paramount in wielding cursed energy.
Those who master it can unleash the Black Flash – a devastating amplification of power that leaves opponents reeling.
Black Flash is a distortion in space that occurs when cursed energy is applied within 0.000001 seconds of a physical hit.
When a sorcerer is able to achieve this, their cursed energy flashes black, and the destructive power of their strike is equal to a normal hit to the power of 2.5 times their normal strength.
It’s a testament to the skill and concentration required in the world of Jujutsu, as unleashing Black Flash requires incredible concentration and no Jujutsu Sorcerer is capable of using it at will.
Cursed Technique
Branching out from cursed energy is the diverse array of cursed techniques.
From inherited abilities passed down through generations to unique powers forged through individual creativity, each technique is as distinct as its wielder.
These Cursed Techniques can range from using voodoo dolls to cleaving space itself.
Barriers And Domain Expansion
Expanding the reach of cursed energy are barrier techniques, creating seals and protective fields.
And then there are Domain Expansions – awe-inspiring displays of power that amplify a sorcerer’s abilities to unimaginable heights.
Using Domain Expansion imbues the user’s cursed technique across the barrier, which guarantees that all attacks deployed within the domain will hit.
However, due to the absurd level of cursed energy consumption, Domain Expansion can only be used for a certain amount of time.
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Cursed Tools: The Weapon For Non-Cursed Energy Users
Cursed tools are weapons infused with cursed energy, allowing even non-cursed energy users to use them to combat cursed spirits.
Conventional weapons such as katanas can become semi-cursed tools over time if the user constantly imbues them with their cursed energy.
Balancing The Overpowered
With great power comes great restrictions.
Cursed restrictions impose conditions upon a sorcerer’s abilities, unlocking greater strength in exchange for adherence to certain rules.
It’s a delicate balance that adds depth to battles and character development.
Binding Vows? Is That Like A Wedding Vow?
NO, binding vows are not wedding vows.🤡
Binding vows add another layer of complexity, with power increasing as opponents understand a sorcerer’s abilities.
It’s a strategic game of cat and mouse, where revealing too much could mean defeat.
The Attuned: Jujutsu Sorcerers And Curse Users
Cursed Users
A Curse User is an evil human sorcerer who uses jujutsu with malintent. Naturally, they have existed as long as Jujutsu Sorcerers have and were also prominent threats alongside Cursed Spirits
Jujutsu Sorcerers
Jujutsu Sorcerers are a society of sorcerers who have organiszed themselves to work in the shadows, secretly trained and employed by the government in Japan to defend humanity from Cursed Spirits for thousands of years.
In the society of Jujutsu Sorcerers, there are Clans of Jujutsu Sorcerers who are considered to be highly regarded figures and they control the landscape of the jujutsu community.
These clans are known as the Big Three Sorcerer Families.
The Big Three Sorcerer Families hold the most influence due to the powerful inherited cursed techniques that are passed down in their families for generations.
The Invisible Monsters That Lurk In The Shadow
Cursed spirits are a race of spiritual beings invisible to humans, born from the cursed energy that leaks out of humans over time.
Cursed spirits haunt and bring harm to humanity and are consequently the primary targets of Jujutsu Sorcerers and their exorcist work.
Ranking To Determine Power Levels
There is a ranking system in place for all jujutsu users and related items that scales them from Grade 4 to Special Grade, Grade 4 being the lowest rank and Special Grade being the highest rank.
For a Jujutsu Sorcerer, their grade will correspond with the level of difficulty assigned to the associated curse on any mission they’re assigned.
Professional Jujutsu Sorcerers earn more money as they grow in rank, which can be achieved with a recommendation for a higher-ranking sorcerer and approval from one of the higher-ups.
In the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, the power system is a labyrinth of interwoven concepts and abilities.
Now that you know the basics of what Jujutsu Kaisen’s power system is, hopefully, you won’t get confused when the show throws a bunch of different terms at you and enjoy the rich tapestry of lore in Jujutsu Kaisen!
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