The growing speculation of a Satoru Gojo return has ignited a firestorm of excitement among Jujutsu Kaisen fans.
As one of the series’s most powerful and beloved characters, Gojo’s presence is more than just a fan favorite—it’s pivotal to the story’s core.
From his unmatched power to his striking personality, he has become an icon within the Jujutsu Kaisen universe, representing hope, strength, and an insurmountable force against curses.
With Gojo at the center of the narrative, his absence has left a gaping hole that fans are desperate to see filled.
What happened to Satoru Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen?
Satoru Gojo’s past played a crucial role in shaping not only his character but also the central plotlines of Jujutsu Kaisen. During his second year at Jujutsu High, Gojo was assigned a mission to protect the Star Plasma Vessel, Riko Amanai, alongside his classmate, Suguru Geto.
This mission sets the stage for a significant confrontation with Toji Fushiguro, a deadly sorcerer with no cursed energy. Gojo suffers a near-fatal defeat but miraculously revives through his reverse cursed technique awakening.
The fallout from this mission ultimately deepened the rift between Gojo and Geto, leading to Geto’s eventual betrayal. This turning point significantly shaped Gojo’s worldview and strengthened his resolve to protect Jujutsu society at any cost. His connection to Megumi Fushiguro, son of Toji, played a major role later on in the story.
Gojo faced one of his most intense and strategic battles in the Shibuya Incident arc. On October 31, Gojo entered Shibuya, where a large-scale curse user operation was unfolding.
Upon arriving, he quickly assessed the enemy’s plan and descended into the subway, where he was confronted by a powerful alliance of cursed spirits, including Jogo, Hanami, and Choso. Despite their combined efforts, Gojo’s immense strength allowed him to defeat Hanami and push back the others easily.
However, the real turning point occurred when Gojo was lured into a trap set by his former best friend, Suguru Geto– or so it seemed. As Gojo prepared to face Geto, confusion struck him when he realized something was off. This moment of hesitation was enough to fulfill the conditions for a special cursed object called the Prison Realm, which sealed Gojo inside, nullifying his cursed energy and effectively removing him from the battlefield.
This shocking turn of events left Gojo imprisoned, marking a significant loss for the jujutsu sorcerers. His sealing had major repercussions for the ongoing conflicts in Jujutsu Kaisen. Gojo’s absence from the battlefield sent ripples through the entire sorcery world, leaving fans eagerly anticipating his potential return.
Gojo was eventually unsealed during the Culling Game thanks to the efforts of Hana Kurusu, Yuji Itadori, and others. Upon his release, Gojo immediately confronted Kenjaku with the intent to kill him, but Ryomen Sukuna intervened, preventing the attack. After a brief exchange, Gojo, Sukuna, and Kenjaku agreed to settle their conflict in a final battle on December 24.
In the lead-up to this showdown, Gojo took care of unresolved matters, such as acknowledging Nanami’s death and dealing with the Jujutsu headquarters’ higher-ups, whom he ultimately killed. Fully confident in his strength, Gojo faced Sukuna, expecting to emerge victorious.
On December 24, Gojo and Sukuna engaged in a fierce battle. Gojo struck first, dealing significant damage to Sukuna with a powerful Hollow Purple. As the fight escalated, the two sorcerers exchanged devastating blows and activated their domain expansions, clashing on equal terms.
However, Sukuna summoned Mahoraga, a shikigami adapted to counter Gojo’s Infinity. In the end, Sukuna breached Gojo’s defenses, delivering a fatal blow and killing him.
Gojo’s death marked a pivotal moment in Jujutsu Kaisen, leaving a void in the sorcery world and deeply impacting the story.
Theories on a Satoru Gojo return in the finale of Jujutsu Kaisen
Several specific theories and narrative hints suggest how Satoru Gojo could return in the Jujutsu Kaisen finale. One theory, rooted in chapter 270 of the manga, involves a potential reincarnation or resurrection.
As seen in earlier chapters, the idea of using cursed energy to revive or manipulate people has been explored in the story. For instance, Yuta Okkotsu temporarily uses Gojo’s body in a desperate attempt to defeat Sukuna.
This instance demonstrated that Gojo’s body could be used for further purposes, even after his death.
Another specific theory posits that Gojo’s return could mirror moments from previous arcs. In the Hidden Inventory arc, Gojo was snapped out of a vision of his past by his students—Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki—an event that some fans see as a foreshadowing of his eventual comeback.
Lastly, darker speculations suggest Gojo might return to an antagonistic role. Given that curses in Jujutsu Kaisen can manipulate the dead, some fans theorize that Gojo could be resurrected, similar to how Sukuna was revived a thousand years after his demise.
All of these theories leave room for a variety of potential outcomes, but fans won’t know for sure until the final chapter releases on September 29, 2024.
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