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In chapter 271 of the much-loved Jujutsu Kaisen manga, readers were granted a rather wholesome yet intense cross-section of Ryomen Sukuna's life journey, from his beginnings up until the moment of his death. In the background, some unusual and wondrous panels were created by two mysterious characters with whom Sukuna would've walked his final path.
As a result, there has been intense speculation about who these figures might be. One of the characters was confirmed to be Uraume, but the identity of the other, who remains in the shadows, is causing dissatisfaction among fans. Many believe it could be Yorozu, who is both charming and elusive.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Exploring the identity of the mysterious character in Ryomen Sukuna's afterlife scene
As chapter 271 unfolded, fans saw Sukuna walking to the path to the afterlife. He had two paths to choose from, with each having a companion. The first one, Uraume, was easily identified as Sukuna's loyal follower. However, the identity of the second companion has been the subject of great discussion among Jujutsu Kaisen fans.
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Although the features of this strange companion were not fully described, certain clues suggest a possible connection to Yorozu. Yorozu was known as an exceptionally strong jujutsu sorcerer during the Heian era, who was obsessively driven by her desire to kill Sukuna to teach him about love. She was acknowledged as one of his key persecutors.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Yorozu may have been the mysterious character in Sukuna's afterlife
The physical characteristics shared between the unnamed figure in Sukuna's flashback and Yorozu's well-known appearance deserve attention, as they suggest they could be the same person. A medium-height body and dark hair are distinctive features common to both characters, and the similarities between them are striking.
Yorozu's longstanding obsession with Sukuna, even after a millennium, fits the personal nature of the flashback scene. The presence of a female figure alongside Sukuna, one who seems to understand him deeply, reflects the narrative threads built around Yorozu's character throughout the series.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Chances that Tengen could have also been the mysterious character
On the other hand, it is a matter to consider that there is another possible identity of the companion of Sukuna, namely the mysterious figure called Tengen. The fact that the most powerful jujutsu sorcerer in the Jujutsu Kaisen world is a mystery by only showing a tiny part of his human form to the readers makes it possible for this identification.
The only human design of Tengen, as presented by the manga artist Gege Akutami, is not too far from the shadowy character in Sukuna's flashback, as it has similar characteristics. Because of this, some fans conjectured that the person in question could actually be Tengen instead of Yorozu.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Comparing the two possibilities
While the physical resemblance between the shadowy figure and Yorozu is notable, we cannot ignore the potential connection to Tengen. As the oldest and most powerful jujutsu sorcerer, and an enigmatic character, Tengen is a compelling candidate for the role of Sukuna's companion in the flashback.
Nevertheless, Yorozu's desperate wish to kill Sukuna and the many narrative ties her character shares with the events depicted in the flashback offers strong reasons to believe the mysterious figure is indeed Yorozu.
Final thoughts
Yorozu and Tengen are two of the most probable contenders for the unknown figure who is a part of Sukuna in his final moments. The Jujutsu Kaisen fan base is keenly anticipating the forthcoming chapter.
In the end, the only one who knows for sure is Gege Akutami, the creator of the series, who this character is, leaving fans to speculate and argue about the interactions and true identity of Sukuna's unknown friend.
