Jujutsu Kaisen presents a world where curses and sorcerers battle for control, but one question lingers—why is Sukuna still alive? Ryomen Sukuna, the King of Curses, should have perished long ago, yet he continues to exist. His survival isn’t just a coincidence; it may serve a greater purpose tied to the balance of cursed energy and the Jujutsu world.
Rather than being fully destroyed, Sukuna’s power was fragmented into 20 mummified fingers. This unusual method of sealing suggests that Sukuna’s existence holds deeper significance. If eliminating him entirely was possible, why didn’t the ancient sorcerers do so? Perhaps Sukuna’s complete revival is necessary, even if it comes at a great cost to those fighting against him.
How Sukuna Continues to Exist
Sukuna was originally a human sorcerer who lived over a thousand years ago. Despite being incredibly powerful, he met his end through natural causes. However, his death did not erase him from existence. His overwhelming strength turned him into a vengeful spirit, one so dangerous that he had to be sealed away in a unique manner.
To prevent his return, Sukuna’s fingers were cut off and preserved separately. This ensured that no one could easily revive him. Yet, the very act of sealing his power in this way left a loophole—if someone were to consume the fingers, they could potentially resurrect him. That’s exactly what happened when Yuji Itadori unknowingly swallowed one.
Yuji Itadori’s decision to eat one of Sukuna’s fingers triggered the King of Curses’ reawakening. Although Sukuna didn’t return in his full form, he regained consciousness within Yuji’s body. From that moment, the two became unwillingly intertwined, with Sukuna lurking inside, waiting for the right opportunity to take over completely.
Their connection led to an unusual agreement—a binding vow. Sukuna proposed that he would revive Yuji if granted control over his body for one minute. Yuji, unaware of Sukuna’s true intentions, eventually agreed. This brief moment of freedom allowed Sukuna to act without restrictions, leading to a catastrophic turn of events.
During his brief takeover, Sukuna demonstrated his ruthlessness by tearing out Yuji’s heart. This left Yuji in a dire situation, but he was able to regain control just in time. However, the damage was already done. Sukuna’s growing influence over Yuji became evident, setting the stage for further conflicts between them.
To make matters worse, Yuji accepted another deal, allowing Sukuna a second chance to assume control. While Yuji may have thought he could outmaneuver Sukuna, the King of Curses is a master manipulator. His patience and cunning suggest that his revival isn’t just about regaining his former power—it might serve a deeper, more sinister purpose within the Jujutsu world.
