Jujutsu Kaisen could have an epic spinoff and Akutami mentioned it in the finale

Following the conclusion of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, fans have been speculating about what might happen to their favorite characters next. A possible continuation of the story could come through a spin-off series focusing on Maki Zen'in and other Jujutsu Sorcerers.

During the final chapters of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, Maki, during a conversation with Daido and Miyo, told them they would have to rescue the Jujutsu Sorcerers who were abducted by the United States during the Culling Game.

In the last chapter of the manga, Maki Zen'in, along with Yuta Okkotsu, Inumaki Toge, and Panda, was shown setting off on a mission, heading most likely to the USA.

This sets the stage for an epic spin-off series now that the manga has concluded. Read on to find out how the Jujutsu Sorcerers were captured by American soldiers, the role of Kenjaku, and how Maki and the others may be traveling to America.

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Jujutsu Kaisen: Kenjaku made a deal with the United States for human experimentation on Jujutsu Sorcerers during the Culling Game arc

Kenjaku as shown in the anime (Image via MAPPA)

In the months preceding the major events of the Shibuya Incident and the Culling Game, Kenjaku took strategic steps to ensure the success of his grand plan. One of his most critical moves was revealing the hidden world of jujutsu sorcery to numerous national governments.

Kenjaku presented the concept of capturing jujutsu sorcerers for study, promising vast scientific and military potential. Among the countries approached was the United States, where Kenjaku collaborated with Cyrus Veil, a prominent figure from the Office of Energy and Environment.

The members of the United States government (Image via Shueisha)

Cyrus emphasized the potential of cursed energy as a groundbreaking renewable resource, one that could surpass all known clean energy solutions. Together, Kenjaku and Cyrus placed immense pressure on the President of the United States, urging him to approve an operation to capture sorcerers in order to harness this mysterious energy.

Initially, Lieutenant General Garry K. Johnson, one of the key military figures involved, believed that deploying a few battalions would be sufficient to capture these sorcerers. However, Kenjaku soon demonstrated the overwhelming power of a skilled sorcerer by pitting Johnson's troops against one. The ensuing massacre convinced Johnson that they would need hundreds of soldiers to even attempt such a mission.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Kenjaku's hidden agenda to initiate his Merger with Tengen

Yuji and Megumi interrogate an American soldier (Image via Shueisha)

On the night of November 14th, the operation officially began in the Tokyo No. 1 Colony. As the American military sent soldiers into the colony, they successfully captured weaker players, such as Remi, but quickly found themselves outmatched by the stronger sorcerers, including Hazenoki.

What the soldiers did not know, however, was that the operation had a much darker purpose. Kenjaku had never intended for the military to gain the upper hand. Instead, he released cursed spirits into the colony, triggering a brutal and one-sided slaughter of the soldiers.

Tengen as shown in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

Kenjaku's goal was not only to test the strength of the military but also to fill the colonies with the massive amount of cursed energy needed to initiate his merger with Master Tengen. The soldiers’ presence was merely a catalyst for the carnage that would empower his plan. What appeared to be a tactical mission for the U.S. military quickly turned into a nightmare, as cursed spirits ravaged their forces.

Maki Zen'in hints at a Jujutsu Sorcerers operation overseas in Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 270

Fast forward to chapter 270, where Maki Zen'in steps into a leadership role among the surviving sorcerers. She gives Daido a cursed tool katana and the experienced swordsman is moved to tears by the gesture. As Maki, Daido, and Miyo prepare for the challenges ahead, Maki reveals the shifting dynamics of the Culling Game.

The game, once orchestrated as a brutal contest of strength and survival, has now lost its original purpose. Yuji Itadori and Hana Kurusu will be possibly tasked with stripping cursed objects from the incarnated players, while the other sorcerers will work to rescue the captured players from the American military.

This revelation highlights the international implications of the Culling Game and sets the stage for a new mission that reaches beyond Japan. The sorcerers are not only fighting to survive, instead, they are planning a rescue operation that could change the course of the jujutsu world forever.

Potential for a Jujutsu Kaisen spinoff involving Maki and others

Maki Zen'in and others (Image via Shueisha)

In chapter 271, a pivotal moment hints at the potential for an epic Jujutsu Kaisen spinoff. A manga panel depicts Maki Zen'in, Yuta Okkotsu, Toge Inumaki, and Panda together, seemingly preparing for a journey.

This image has sparked speculation among fans that the group might be heading to the United States on a rescue mission. With American forces capturing sorcerers for human experimentation, Maki and her allies could embark on a dangerous and high-stakes mission to recover their comrades.

Okkotsu Yuta and Cursed Rika (Image via MAPPA)

This scenario sets up the possibility for a thrilling spinoff series that could expand the Jujutsu Kaisen universe. The idea of exploring jujutsu sorcery on an international scale, particularly in a country like the United States, opens up new narrative possibilities.

It would also allow fan-favorite characters like Maki, Yuta, Panda, and Inumaki to take center stage in a global conflict that could introduce new enemies, allies, and challenges.

Final thoughts

As Jujutsu Kaisen finally concludes, Gege Akutami may be hinting at this larger, more expansive storyline, which could give the series new life beyond its original run. Fans can only hope that this potential storyline will be explored, allowing the rich and intricate world of jujutsu sorcery to continue on a global stage.