By Alright, so if you’ve been binge-watching Jujutsu Kaisen like I have, you’ve probably run into the name Ryomen Sukuna more times than you can count. This guy isn’t just your run-of-the-mill bad guy. Nah, he’s the bad guy — like the big boss of cursed evil.
I mean, here’s a dude who literally lived over a thousand years ago, had four arms and two faces (yep, two freakin’ faces), and managed to be scary enough that even after death, he stuck around in cursed fingers. Those fingers? Think of them as cursed little time bombs.
Anyway, here’s the kicker: Sukuna’s power is so massive, it won’t fit neatly into any one chapter or episode. So, let’s dig in, peel back the layers, and I’ll tell you why Ryomen Sukuna is basically the Voldemort meets Thanos of the jujutsu world.
Who the Heck Is Ryomen Sukuna?
Legend says — and this isn’t just some campfire tale — Ryomen Sukuna was once a human sorcerer. But not your friendly neighborhood kind. Nope. This guy was more like “mass destruction walking in a kimono.”
I picture him as a rogue samurai who gave zero heck about rules. Four arms, two faces — like if Frankenstein and a demon had a weird baby.
- He lived ages ago, way before smartphones and ramen joints.
- When he died, the jujutsu sorcerers couldn’t fully destroy him.
- So, they chopped his body into 20 fingers, each packed with cursed energy.
Those fingers became the ultimate cursed treasure hunt. It’s like Pokémon, but instead of cute creatures, you get soul-sucking death monsters.
The Curse of the 20 Fingers
Now, here’s where things get wild. Why fingers? Who decided that was a good idea?
The jujutsu sorcerers back then probably thought, “Eh, better split him up and hide him than fight this monster head-on.” Smart move, honestly.
Here’s what I learned the hard way: each finger holds a sliver of Sukuna’s insane power. So when you eat one, it’s like taking a sip of nuclear fuel.
- One finger might make you kinda dangerous.
- Ten fingers? You’re borderline apocalypse.
- All 20? Bro, you’re basically Sukuna’s clone.
My buddy once joked he wanted to collect them like baseball cards. I told him, “Dude, those fingers don’t come with bubble gum, just death.”
How Did Sukuna End Up Inside Yuji Itadori?
You ever make a bad decision just to save a friend? Yeah, that’s Yuji. He’s your classic Good Samaritan — athletic, kind, and totally unprepared for ancient evil invasion.
Yuji eats one of Sukuna’s cursed fingers to save his pals from getting obliterated by a cursed spirit. Instant possession.
Wait — don’t run away thinking he’s doomed. Nope. Yuji survives. That kid’s got some serious guts, or maybe he just doesn’t know when to quit.
Now, Sukuna and Yuji are stuck sharing a body. It’s like roommates who hate each other but can’t move out because rent’s too damn high.
What Powers Does Ryomen Sukuna Pack?
Alright, buckle up. Ryomen Sukuna is not messing around.
His Signature Moves
- Dismantle and Cleave — fancy names for: slashing your face off.
I swear, I’ve seen less brutal kitchen knives at my local diner. - Domain Expansion: Malevolent Shrine — Imagine you’re hiding in a safe zone. Nope, he’s got a shrine that slashes everything inside his domain. No safe corners, no “I’m behind this pillar.” It’s a death sentence.
Quick Note on His Healing Powers
Here’s the kicker: Sukuna can heal Yuji. Yeah, I said it. He’s so twisted he’ll save his vessel just to keep causing chaos longer. It’s like a vampire feeding on his own host but saying, “Don’t worry, I got you.”
Ryomen Sukuna vs Other Cursed Spirits
Okay, real talk: if cursed spirits had a royal court, Sukuna would be the king with a nasty scowl.
- Mahito? A creepy soul manipulator, but Sukuna crushed him like a bug.
- Jogo? Thinks fire makes him cool. Sukuna laughed while roasting him alive. Literally.
Seriously, if Sukuna shows up, other curses start sweating bullets.
Why Is He Called the King of Curses?
Simple answer: because he’s terrifying as hell. Everyone else pales in comparison.
Sorcerers fear him. Cursed spirits worship him (from a distance). The dude sets the gold standard for scary.
What’s Sukuna’s Personality Like?
Not gonna lie, this dude’s got swagger.
- Arrogant? Hell yeah.
- Sadistic? Check.
- Smart as heck? You bet.
He calls people “insects” and “brats.” Sounds like my uncle at Thanksgiving. (No offense, Uncle Joe.)
Ryomen Sukuna and Yuji: A Love-Hate Roomie Situation
You know when you have that one roommate who’s just awful, but you’re stuck together? That’s these two.
Yuji’s the nice guy, trying to save everyone. Sukuna just wants to watch the world burn — preferably with a smirk.
They battle internally all the time. And Sukuna’s terms? Never straightforward. More like, “Fine, I’ll heal you… but don’t think I’m doing it for free.”
Some of Sukuna’s Greatest Hits (Battles)
- Vs. Jogo: City-wide destruction. Jogo got served.
- Vs. Mahoraga: The Zenin clan’s ultimate weapon. Sukuna barely won. This fight was epic and showed just how nuts his power is.
What Does Sukuna Actually Want?
Good question. The guy’s mysterious.
- Wants freedom from Yuji’s body.
- Loves chaos.
- Possibly wants to rule the jujutsu world.
Honestly, I get the feeling he’s playing chess while everyone else is stuck on checkers.
Fan Theories You’ll Love (or Hate)
People online have wild imaginations:
- Sukuna was a hero who got betrayed — tragic villain vibes.
- He’s linked to the brainy villain Kenjaku.
- He might be the real final boss.
I’m here for all the speculation. Keeps the fandom lively.
Fun Fact Break
Victorians believed talking to ferns prevented madness. I don’t know about y’all, but I talk to my plants — begonias, ferns, even my sad little cactus from Pete’s Hardware on 5th Ave. Keeps me sane. Maybe Sukuna just needs a friend? Nah, probably not.
Why We Can’t Help But Love/Hate Ryomen Sukuna
He’s evil, sure. But man, he’s cool. Charismatic. Unpredictable. The perfect villain cocktail.
Bullet Points Recap
- Ancient sorcerer, cursed into 20 fingers.
- Shares a body with Yuji Itadori.
- Insane curse techniques.
- Arrogant and sadistic.
- Plans? World domination, obviously.
Smudged Coffee Note (Totally Unplanned)
Okay, so I wrote this part down while nursing my third cup of coffee, and I may have spilled some on the paper, so if anything’s fuzzy, blame the caffeine and clumsy hands.
Sukuna’s dual faces aren’t just for show — they symbolize his two-sided nature. One face sneers with cruelty, the other masks a twisted wisdom. Like a villain who knows the world better than anyone, yet chooses chaos anyway.
Final Thoughts on Ryomen Sukuna
So yeah. Ryomen Sukuna is one hell of a curse. Ancient, powerful, and downright terrifying. Whether he’s your favorite villain or the reason you’re too scared to sleep, he’s unforgettable.
If you want to learn more, check out page 42 of the out-of-print “Cursed Legends & Sorcery Tales” (1998). Spoiler: it’s mostly footnotes and angry scribbles.