Gege Akutami Confirms Yuji’s Peak Power: The New Pillar of the Jujutsu World

The final chapters of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga left fans in awe, witnessing protagonist Yuji Itadori’s transformation from a simple high school student to a genuine force of nature. While Yuji’s growth was immense during the Shinjuku Showdown, his full potential remained a subject of intense debate. Now, in a groundbreaking development that has sent shockwaves through the fandom, creator Gege Akutami has officially confirmed the true extent of adult Yuji’s power, cementing his legacy as a figure on par with the greatest sorcerer of all time, Satoru Gojo.

The definitive statement comes from a surprising source: the newly announced short-term sequel manga, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo. While the series is set decades in the future, the very first chapter includes a stunning revelation. A text description within the manga refers to Yuji and Gojo as “Japan’s strongest sorcerers,” a simple yet profound phrase that speaks volumes. This is not mere hyperbole; it is a direct confirmation from the author that Yuji, in his prime, reached the pinnacle of jujutsu society. This revelation positions him as the worthy successor to Gojo Satoru, the man who was once the undisputed champion of the jujutsu world.

From Prodigy to Paragon: The Foundation of Yuji’s Power

For a significant portion of the story, Yuji’s strength was rooted in his extraordinary physical abilities and his immense cursed energy. However, his power truly began to evolve during the series’ final arc. The manga revealed a series of key power-ups that culminated in his status as a top-tier sorcerer:

• Blood Manipulation: It was officially confirmed that Yuji consumed Death Painting Wombs 4 through 9, granting him access to the potent Blood Manipulation cursed technique. This gave him a versatile arsenal, including the ability to manipulate his own blood for both offense and defense, and to utilize techniques like Piercing Blood.
• Awakened Cursed Technique: The manga confirmed that Yuji awakened his own innate cursed technique, which appears to be related to Sukuna’s Shrine. While the exact nature of this ability remains somewhat mysterious, its mere existence signifies a monumental leap in Yuji’s sorcerer capabilities, putting him on a level with the most talented users of cursed techniques.
• Mastery of Fundamentals: While many sorcerers rely on flashy techniques, Yuji’s true genius lies in his mastery of the basics. His uncanny ability to consistently land Black Flashes—a feat even Gojo struggled with—demonstrated his incredible synchronization with cursed energy. It was this foundation that allowed him to evolve his fighting style and survive against opponents far beyond his previous scope.

The Burden of Legacy: Yuji’s Role After Gojo

The battle with Sukuna marked a turning point for the entire jujutsu world, leaving a power vacuum with Gojo’s death. The official confirmation of Yuji’s power from Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo implies that he was the one who rose to fill that void. He became a beacon of hope and a new pillar of the jujutsu world, shouldering the burden that was once his mentor’s. This narrative choice provides a satisfying and powerful conclusion to Yuji’s character arc. He began the series with a naive understanding of his power, and ended it by becoming one of the most powerful beings in existence, fulfilling his purpose not just as a vessel, but as a protector.

The reveal is a testament to Gege Akutami’s long-term planning, as Yuji’s potential was hinted at throughout the series. The official word on his power level solidifies that every struggle, every sacrifice, and every moment of growth was part of a grand design to forge a hero capable of standing against the darkness. For fans, this is more than just a power level; it is a validation of Yuji’s entire journey, confirming that the young man who once carried a curse became the ultimate weapon against it.

Sources:

• Game Rant, “Jujutsu Kaisen: Gege Akutami Officially Confirms The New Strongest Sorcerer After Gojo Satoru.”
• CBR, “JJK 248: Yuji Itadori’s Latest Power Up, Explained.”
• Reddit r/JujutsuKaisen, “Modulo apparently means ‘remainder’ in mathematics…”