9 Anime characters who are better at what they do than Sukuna is at Jujutsu

People have always been curious about the virtues and talents of anime characters because they execute enormous tasks. Even though Sukuna from Jujutsu Kaisen may be considered a strong character, many more anime characters are stronger than he is in their domains.

This list explores nine anime characters who are better at what they do than Sukuna is at Jujutsu. From strategic geniuses to combat prodigies, these characters showcase the pinnacle of expertise in their domains, demonstrating that even the King of Curses can be outshined in certain aspects.

Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer's opinion and is not ranked in any particular order.

Saitama, Levi Ackerman, and others are among Anime characters who are better at what they do than Sukuna is at Jujutsu

1) Saitama (One Punch Man) - superhero strength and combat

Saitama, the main character of One Punch Man is invincible, the epitome of power and dexterity. That is why, unlike Sukuna, who relies on forbidden Jama and intricate spells, there is nothing more effective than Saitama’s punch. That is why his victory over any adversary with one blow looks like extraordinary perversion.

No matter how ordinary the man seems with his ritual exercising of a hundred push-ups, a hundred sit-ups, a hundred squats, and a ten-kilometer run, he can now lift an automobile. Saitama’s incredible physical power and the approach to his work not paying attention to his opponents’ skills make him unique and inimitable in the anime space.

2) Light Yagami (Death Note) - strategic thinking and manipulation

Light Yagami, the genius behind the alias Kira in Death Note, excels in strategic thinking and manipulation far beyond Sukuna's cunning thinking. Armed with the Death Note, Light manipulates circumstances and people to achieve his vision of a crime-free world.

His intelligence and ability to stay ten steps ahead of his adversaries, including the brilliant Detective L, demonstrate his superior strategic acumen. Unlike Sukuna, whose power is primarily physical and supernatural, Light’s strength lies in his mind, making him an exceptional character in the realm of strategic manipulation and intellect.

3) Levi Ackerman (Attack on Titan) - three-dimensional maneuvering and combat

As one of the protagonists from Attack on Titan, Levi Ackerman is not equal in 3-D maneuvering and battles. Levi as humanity’s strongest soldier is quicker, more accurate, and overall, a better fighter than Sukuna, at least in the matter of jujutsu. Because of his appreciation and profound control of the Omni-Directional Mobility Gear, he can dodge and destroy Titans, which are skills that demand recognition in space and time.

Levi as a character is portrayed to be very dedicated to his duty and is an excellent fighter, highly trained, and a veteran whose fighting and physical abilities are portrayed to be way better than Sukuna’s cursed abilities.

4) Edward Elric (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood) - alchemy and scientific understanding

Edward Elric is an alchemist with superb knowledge regarding alchemy or the scientific element, making him different from Sukuna. Edward reflects the main positive message of the film when it comes to embracing one’s intellect, and being superior in alchemy as he successfully practices the transmutation of materials and comprehends sophisticated alchemical ideas.

Characterwise, he is great since he possesses alchemical principles and is relatively intelligent in tension-provoked scenes. While Sukuna’s powers are derived from naturally occurring cursed energy, Edward’s originate from knowledge, scientific methodologies, and alchemy, thus, apart from combat, he is capable of employing logic and coming up with applicable answers.

5) Meruem (Hunter x Hunter) - rapid learning and adaptation

Meruem, the Chimera Ant King in Hunter x Hunter, possesses an extraordinary capacity for rapid learning and adaptation. His intellect and ability to evolve during combat set him apart from Sukuna. Meruem's strategic mind and physical prowess grow exponentially, allowing him to outclass his opponents swiftly.

His interactions with Komugi showcase his ability to learn and understand complex concepts and strategies, further highlighting his superior adaptive skills. Meruem's combination of physical strength and intellectual growth positions him as a character whose mastery in his domain exceeds Sukuna's jujutsu abilities.

6) Kusuo Saiki (The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.) - mastery of Psychic Powers

The protagonist of The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. doesn’t leave much to the viewer’s imagination, as he demonstrates great proficiency in psychic abilities. The powers that Saiki possesses in the anime are telekinesis, teleportation, and mind control among others to some extent present his mastery of the powers.

Unlike Sukana who focused on the usage of destructive cestus cursed energy Saiki can cover all forms of actions from fighting and convenience. His self-restraint is quite well demonstrated by the fact that despite drastic powers, the main character’s goal is to live a common life, which makes him stand out from the rest of the psychic characters.

7) Rimuru Tempest (That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime) - ability absorption and leadership

The ability absorption and the leadership class belong to Rimuru Tempest, the main character of the series That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime. Rimuru's power makes him able to mimic the powers and information of others which gives him a lot of versatility and strength.

Therefore, unlike Sukuna who draws his power from curses, Rimuru’s advantage originates from versatility and acquired skills and powers. In addition, the ability to build and manage the community of monsters also reveals the strategic and diplomatic talent of Rimuru as a leader as well as his fighting skills, making them among the outstanding anime characters.

8) Sosuke Aizen (Bleach) - revolution and strategy

While Sukuna might be cunning, Sosuke Aizen from the Bleach series is a master strategist and a leader of a revolution who easily outmatches Sukuna. The manipulation of nearly the entire Soul Society is proof of Aizen'ss wisdom and strategic thinking. His creation of the Hogyoku and his plans that are set forth long term to overthrow the Soul King are much higher in terms of intelligence and thinking than Sukuna.

Aizen’s combat skills, along with his brains and deception skills, make him the intriguing character he is, especially when his knowledge about revolution and strategy is put to a different level than just merely mastering Sukuna’s jujutsu.

9) Ryuma (One Piece) - swordsmanship and combat

Ryuma, the swordsman in One Piece is known for their unbelievably skilled swordsmanship as well as fighting abilities. He is excellent in both the sword and his fame, which puts him in a different league from Sukuna.

As to Ryuma, his unique sword Shusui is capable of slaying dragons and this is also evidence of Ryuma’s superior technique as well as his strength. While it may be true that Sukuna possesses certain supernatural powers, Ryuma’s character is raised through rigorous training and mastery of the sword; thus, making him one of the best martial artists and swordsmen that would ever appear on screen.

To conclude

There is no doubt about the proficiency of Sukuna in Jujutsu but through the illustration of these nine anime characters who are more talented in their respective fields, the variety of talent in the anime world is immensely demonstrated. These anime characters are examples of hard work, talent, and how far one can go once they have set a goal for themselves in a certain discipline.

These anime characters teach that there is truth to the saying that there is a little bit of genius in every person – and every kind of genius is celebrated. While acknowledging the outstanding performance of these anime characters, one cannot help but imagine the unlimited opportunities available to oneself if one devotes the same passion and determination as portrayed by the futuristic anime characters

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Edited by Tiasha