Move over Gojo, Jujutsu Kaisen has introduced a new physical ability that is all Yuji's, and his Domain proves it

Modified Aug 06, 2024 21:00 GMT

Move over Gojo, Jujutsu Kaisen has introduced a new physical ability that is all Yuji's, and his Domain proves it (Image via Shueisha)

The latest Jujutsu Kaisen chapters have made a significant development that shifted the entire focus to Yuji Itadori. Chapter 265 potentially revealed that Yuji has a soul-based ability that goes beyond Cursed Techniques. He can interact and resonate with the souls of others, as seen in his fight with Ryomen Sukuna.

This new power also explains the mysterious “non-existent memories” and shows Yuji can even challenge the strongest of curses. With his Domain Expansion as a physical manifestation of this ability, Yuji is no longer just a vessel for Sukuna but a sorcerer in his own right.

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Jujutsu Kaisen: Yuji Itadori's soul-based ability

Yuji Itadori may possess the Soul Resonance ability as shown in the recent chapters (Image via MAPPA)

In the latest developments of Jujutsu Kaisen, fans have been captivated by the potential revelation that Yuji Itadori's mysterious "non-existent memories" might not be linked to his Cursed Technique but instead represent a unique, innate ability akin to Gojo's Six Eyes.

This ability, hinted at in the recent chapters, suggested that Yuji can interact with the souls of others, creating a profound resonance that results in fabricated memories. This concept took center stage in chapter 264, where Yuji's Domain Expansion appears to be the first glimpse of this ability being intentionally harnessed.

Jujutsu Kaisen: The Soul Resonance phenomenon

Yuji Itadori and Aoi Todo (Image via MAPPA)

The "non-existent memories" phenomenon has been observed in two key characters: Choso and Aoi Todo. For Choso, the fabricated memories tapped into his deep love for his brothers, while for Todo, they resonated with his personal ideals, particularly his taste in women.

This resonance with Yuji's soul seems to have triggered these illusions, suggesting that Yuji's soul has a unique capability to interact and communicate with others on a deeper level. Choso's connection to Yuji as a distant relative, alongside Todo's longing for a kindred spirit, allowed their souls to align with Yuji's, resulting in these vivid, albeit fabricated, memories.

However, this resonance might be just one aspect of Yuji's soul-based ability. It is plausible that Yuji, as he deepens his understanding of souls through research like Tsukumo's, could use this power to cause direct harm, similar to the "soul punch" Mahito experienced or the Dismantle technique that cut between Sukuna and Fushiguro's souls. The latter technique, a precise strike at the border of their souls, hints at Yuji's growing mastery over this ability.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Possible connection of this ability with Ryomen Sukuna

Yuji Itadori and Ryomen Sukuna are related (Image via Shueisha)

Moreover, the series has hinted that this soul-interaction ability might be hereditary, with Sukuna also showing a tendency to interact with souls, particularly when his enemies are on the brink of death, as seen with Jogo and Kashimo. This connection suggests that Yuji and Sukuna, who are practically relatives by soul, share this innate ability, reinforcing the idea that this power is an intrinsic part of Yuji's lineage.

This soul-based power might also be the key to understanding Mahito's enigmatic statement, "You're me," directed at Yuji. The "Jin" in Yuji's name, meaning "humanity," could symbolize a deeper connection to Mahito, whose powers are rooted in the manipulation of souls.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Yuji Itadori's Domain Expansion

Gojo used his Domain Expansion in his fight against Jogo (Image via MAPPA)

As for Gojo's iconic Unlimited Void, it is possible that it is an application of his Six Eyes ability rather than the Limitless Technique itself. In this context, Yuji's Domain Expansion might be an application of his soul interaction ability rather than his acquired Cursed Technique.

The domain triggers the same soul resonance that causes "non-existent memories," suggesting that Yuji has begun to master this ability and is using it to create a Domain Expansion that is uniquely his own.

Yuji Itadori as shown in the anime (Image via MAPPA)

This theory also sheds light on why Sukuna, despite being closely connected to Yuji, does not trigger "non-existent memories." The effect seems to require separate bodies, and by the time Sukuna met this condition, Yuji had already gained control over this ability, using it intentionally within his Domain Expansion.

Final thoughts

Yuji Itadori's evolving ability to interact with souls, as demonstrated in his Domain Expansion, signals a new era in Jujutsu Kaisen. Unlike Gojo's power, Yuji's ability uniquely connects to the essence of humanity, offering a profound narrative twist that challenges traditional notions of strength and purpose in the series.