Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 episode 16 is considered the most well-directed episode of the entire series and out of every anime aired this year. The 23-minute animated cinema episode is the most impressive since episode 22 of 86 Eighty-Six. The direction and storyboard are impressive, leaving the viewer unable to describe everything properly without getting too overexcited. This kind of direction and storyboard has left the viewer unable to describe everything properly without getting too excited.
Get ready to dive deep into the thrilling showdown of Sukuna vs. Jogo — the most epic fight of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2!
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Ryomen Sukuna
Ryomen Sukuna is a fictional character in the manga and anime series Jujutsu Kaisen, a Heian Era sorcerer known as the King of Curses. He was once a cursed object with immense divine power divided into 20 fingers. Yuji Itadori eats one of Sukuna’s fingers, bringing him back to life. In the anime adaptation, he is voiced by Junichi Suwabe in Japanese and Ray Chase in English. Sukuna is known for his egotistical, hedonistic, psychopathic, and sadistic demeanor, often taunting and insulting Yuji. He claims to have no dreams or goals, but has resentment from his upbringing.
Sukuna is an immense glutton for food and human flesh, often drawing out fights with strong opponents. He is arrogant and dismissive of his opponents, even stating he would kill Satoru Gojo to his face. However, he is also intelligent and manipulative, taking Yuji’s body hostage and pretending his influence was removed from him.
Sukuna acknowledges and praises his opponents, despite overpowering them. He can form non-combative relationships with young Uraumes and is observative about jujutsu but lacks interest in modern technologies and foods. He refers to Nanako Hasaba’s smart phone as a camera, indicating a lack of interest in the modern world.
Fighting Skills
In the Golden Age of Jujutsu, Ryomen Sukuna was a powerful sorcerer who defeated and killed thousands of sorcerers during the Heian Era. His impact earned him the title of “Strongest Sorcerer in History” and “King of Curses.” Sukuna was also a skilled hand-to-hand combatant, using martial arts as his first method of combat before unleashing his jujutsu abilities. He combined his cursed technique with his hand-to-hand prowess, making him an extremely difficult opponent to overwhelm.
Sukuna’s physical strength was immense, with the ability to defeat large cursed spirits with just a simple swipe. He overpowered special-grade curses like Finger Bearers and Megumi, flinging them through buildings without effort. He also had considerable effect on Mahoraga, piercing through his gut and sending him flying across the city with a single punch.
Sukuna displayed overwhelming levels of raw physical speed, surprising most opponents with his quickness of movements. He was able to surprise Atsuya Kusakabe and Panda, both capable sorcerers, and outrun Yuji in his fully incarnated form. His agility allowed him to counter most of his opponents’ attacks, such as Jogo’s Maximum: Meteor and Mahoraga’s blows.
Sukuna’s resilience was evident even in Yuji’s body, as he could use cursed energy to bolster his host’s resilience. He was punched through five buildings and survived a 200% Hollow Technique: Purple during his fight with Satoru Gojo.
In summary, Ryomen Sukuna was a formidable sorcerer who left a lasting impact on history. His physical strength, reflexes, and ability to use cursed energy made him an exceptional fighter.
Jogo
Jogo, a cursed spirit, is a major antagonist in the Jujutsu Kaisen series. He believes that cursed spirits are the true humans and desire a world where his kind dominates the earth. Jogo’s pride as a cursed spirit makes him an intelligent being who is resolute in all his beliefs, willing to give his life so long as his goals are achieved in the long run.
Jogo and his partners agree to ally themselves with the curse user Pseudo-Geto to achieve this goal. Jogo’s pride as a cursed spirit leads him to underestimate Satoru Gojo, who beat him handily. However, Jogo’s pride as a cursed spirit prevents him from ignoring Satoru, who calls Jogo weak. Jogo and Mahito agree on Sukuna’s value, and they agree to revive him even if they are all eliminated in the process. Jogo holds a grudge against Satoru and takes pleasure in slaughtering humans as collateral to help stifle Satoru. He forces civilians on the train tracks and takes revenge for Dagon when he perishes.
When Dagon perishes, Jogo finds his remains and takes a moment to mourn him despite being surrounded by sorcerers. He tells Dagon to leave the rest of him and promises to meet Dagon again in the wastelands a hundred years in the future. Vengeful and angry, Jogo burns Naobito, Nanami, and Maki alive one after the other. Jogo eventually finds Yuji and feeds him every finger in his possession. Once Sukuna gains control of the vessel, Jogo recognizes his presence as even worse than Satoru’s because it is overwhelmingly evil. He refuses to ask Sukuna for any favors and only tells him to try and take over Yuji’s permanently. Sukuna refuses and reveals his own plans, confusing and surprising Jogo.
In his final moments, Jogo apologizes to his allies and promises to reunite on the other side. He is heavily outclassed by Sukuna and is forced to realize his own weakness, frustrating him throughout the fight. Sukuna believes Jogo was foolish for wanting to take the place of humans and that flocking together and comparing oneself to those around you stunts true growth.
Fighting Skills
Jogo, a cursed spirit born from humanity’s fear of earth, was a highly intelligent and intelligent cursed spirit with massive levels of cursed energy. Kenjaku estimated Jogo’s power to be equivalent to eight or nine of Sukuna’s fingers. Despite not being able to match the powerful powers of Satoru Gojo and Sukuna, Jogo outclassed even the most talented grade 1 sorcerers and other special grade curses.
Jogo’s superior speed and power allowed him to defeat grade 1 sorcerers without noticing, including Nanami, Maki, and Naobito. Despite not being able to match up against Sukuna with fifteen fingers absorbed, Jogo’s strength was acknowledged by the King of Curses. Jogo was highly enhanced in speed and reflexes, able to outmanuever Nanami and Maki without them noticing. He was also highly enhanced in durability, able to survive hits from Satoru Gojo and sustain himself through prolonged fights.
Jogo possessed extraordinary levels of cursed energy, comparable to eight or nine of Sukuna’s fingers. He relied entirely on his cursed technique in battle and used it relentlessly without exhausting himself. He can also construct a domain and use a maximum technique, demonstrating his mastery over jujutsu and overall cursed energy reserves.
Sukuna vs. Jogo Most Epic Fight
The episode 16 of Jujutsu Kaisen, has left an impression on the audience. Itsuki Tsuchigami’s direction and storyboard have left a lasting impact on the show. The fight between Megumi and Toji is a spectacle, with brilliant fight choreography and animation that almost makes the audience forget that it is an adaptation of a manga. The color scheme between their fight and the one with Sukuna and Jogo is a stark contrast to the seriousness of each fight. The constant grey and blue state throughout the fight allows the audience to focus more on the moments they collided rather than the surroundings.
The constant close-ups and perfect expressions on Megumi’s face during his escape from death are incredible. This episode is not just about enjoying an intense battle, but also about trying to stay alive every second. The ending with Toji returning to his senses just for a split moment before killing himself is a testament to scriptwriting at its finest. It feels like a scene out of a movie, with Toji saying goodbye to his son even after flashbacks. Overall, it is a testament to the creativity and skill of Itsuki Tsuchigami in anime.
The episode of Sukuna and Jogo elevates the film to a cinematic piece, with a significant contrast between their fight and the one between Megumi and Toji. The letterboxing, the wind blowing, the fire burning, and the piece of glass turning into a fireball are all sensational to watch. The panning aerial shot above Jogo and Sukuna standing on a giant asteroid in Shibuya, just before Jogo dies, is a perfect contrast to the destruction they caused beforehand. The peaceful ending of the fight is truly impressive.
During the fight, Sukuna’s evil incarnation is amplified through shots of his face looking like an evil skeleton and floating in a cross-shape. Director Tsuchigami knows how to create a sense of menacing and menacing, with some moments being short-lived. The “moment” during the Shibuya incident, which received a backstory, is downright hysterical, with no significance other than the moment Sukuna shows up to have fun on the side while fighting. The facial expressions of everyone when Sukuna shows up make the audience laugh. Overall, the episode is a must-watch for fans of the anime series.
Build-up to the Fight
In the Shibuya Incident, Kusakabe and Panda are attempting to find Gojo and save people when they encounter a group of curse users. As they prepare to fight, a massive explosion diverts their attention to a fight between two Special Grade curses, Sukuna and Jogo. Sukuna relentlessly beats Jogo, using unique moves like a machine gun burst of flame. Jogo shows the world that he is the most destructive and dangerous of all Disaster Curses.
Sukuna uses his Cursed Technique efficiently to cut Jogo’s lava, forcing him to use his Maximum Technique to crush his enemy. However, he manages to dodge the attack and emerges victorious. After his death, Jogo is transported to an ethereal afterlife with his friends Hanami and Dagon. They have a tender reunion and put their faith in Mahito to carry out their goals.
However, Jogo turns around to see Sukuna, who empathizes with his ambitions and acknowledges his strength. Sukuna tells Jogo to stand proud of his strength and eventually reunites with his ally, Uraume. This event sets up the biggest event in the Shibuya Incident arc and opens up dozens of implications for the future of Jujutsu Kaisen.
Episode 16 Wraup-up
The episode of Jujutsu Kaisen, where Jogo crushes first-grade sorcerers, was well-directed and may have caused fans to feel a little bad for him in his “heaven” moment with Hanami, Dagon, and Sukuna. The human discussion between Jogo and Sukuna is a relatable moment, as it shows Jogo showing a true human emotion, happiness. However, the villain Haruta Shigemo is a favorite among fans of the show.
The episode was difficult to follow up on, but it was an artistic masterpiece, with everything from rule-of-thirds to shadow placement. The episode showcases Jujutsu Kaisen at its best, and it is hoped that more of Tsuchigami’s work and the staff under him will continue to be seen. The next episode of the show is expected to be even better, with more of Tsuchigami’s work and the staff under him.
Final Thoughts
The episode 16 of Jujutsu Kaisen, directed by Itsuki Tsuchigami, has left a lasting impact on the anime series. The fight between Megumi and Toji is a spectacle with brilliant fight choreography and animation, making the audience forget it’s an adaptation of a manga. The color scheme between their fight and the one with Sukuna and Jogo contrasts the seriousness of each fight. The episode features incredible close-ups and perfect expressions on Megumi’s face during his escape from death. The ending with Toji returning to his senses just for a split moment before killing himself is a testament to scriptwriting at its finest.
The episode of Sukuna and Jogo elevates the film to a cinematic piece, with sensational scenes like letterboxing, wind blowing, fire burning, and a piece of glass turning into a fireball. Director Tsuchigami knows how to create a sense of menacing and menacing, with some moments being short-lived. The “moment” during the Shibuya incident is downright hysterical, with everyone’s facial expressions making the audience laugh.
The episode also showcases Jujutsu Kaisen at its best, with its well-directed and well-executed storyboard. It is hoped that more of Tsuchigami’s work and the staff under him will continue to be seen in the next episode.
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