Akutami finally reveals Uraume's actual gender in Jujutsu Kaisen volume 28

Modified Oct 02, 2024 17:00 GMT

Akutami finally reveals Uraume — Uraume as seen in the anime (Image via MAPPA Studios)

In Jujutsu Kaisen volume 28, Gege Akutami unveils a significant revelation regarding the long-debated gender of Uraume, Sukuna's loyal subordinate and powerful curse user. Previously shrouded in mystery, Akutami confirms that Uraume was originally a man, later reincarnated into a woman's body named Shiori Himi.

This revelation not only deepens Uraume's character but also redefines their role within the complex narrative. Additionally, volume 28 sheds light on the reincarnation process tied to the Culling Game, enriching fans' understanding of the intricate lore that drives the supernatural battles in the anime's universe.

Disclaimer: The above article contains spoilers from the manga series

Uraume's true identity and cursed power

Uraume met Sukuna in the Shibuya Incident arc (Image via MAPPA)

Uraume, known as The Frozen Star, is a curse user from a thousand years ago and a loyal subordinate to Ryomen Sukuna. Aligned with Kenjaku, they aided in sealing Satoru Gojo and reviving Sukuna. Uraume's innate technique, Ice Formation, allows them to create and manipulate ice. They use attacks like Frost Calm, which freezes enemies with mist, and Icefall, summoning deadly spiked ice.

They possess cursed energy reinforcement, enabling them to block powerful attacks. Uraume can utilize the Reverse Cursed Technique to heal. This was demonstrated when they regenerated their hand, which had been pierced by Choso's Piercing Blood.

Uraume as shown in the anime (Image via MAPPA)

Uraume’s gender has been a long-standing question that has puzzled many fans, who have come up with several theories and interpretations. However, Gege Akutami has now firmly stated that Uraume was a man who later reincarnated into a woman's body, Shiori Himi.

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Contrary to the assumption that Uraume had been alive for over a thousand years, it now makes sense that the Frozen Star died at some point. Uraume was subsequently reincarnated by Kenjaku during the Shibuya Incident arc after Sukuna defeated Jogo.

This new information sheds light on the true nature of the Culling Game players and the underlying mechanics of the cursed objects that bind them to their roles.

Additional revelations by Gege Akutami in Jujutsu Kaisen volume 28

Beyond the intriguing details about Uraume's gender and reincarnation, volume 28 also unveiled other significant revelations that further expand the series' complex narrative. Akutami has confirmed that all Culling Game players share the same names they had as humans before their reincarnation. This detail suggests that the physical body bears the curse of the Culling Game, rather than the cursed objects themselves.

This information is exemplified by the reaction of the Culling Game player Hazenoki, who felt a "twinge of confusion" when addressed by his original human name as if he was unsure of how to respond to it. This subtle nuance adds an additional layer of complexity to the Culling Game, hinting at the deep-rooted psychological and emotional impact of the reincarnation process on the participants.

Final thoughts

Sukuna and Uraume walk down a path together in the final chapter (Image via Shueisha)

In Jujutsu Kaisen volume 28, the series' loyal fanbase was taken aback when Gege Akutami revealed the truth of Uraume's gender and the identity of Culling Game participants. Gege Akutami's artistic path of story development can intrigue the audience through the new layers of complexities within the anime's universe.