After Jujutsu Kaisen’s 2024 finale, author Gege Akutami returned with a sequel, which surprisingly ran for only six months and concluded on March 8, 2026. Fans were eager to see how the new series would wrap up its storylines.
Interestingly, the sequel was designed from the start with its conclusion in mind, surpassing the original’s effectiveness. Three key reasons contribute to this:
Firstly, the main villain’s goals are clearer in the sequel. Unlike the original, where Kenjaku and Ryomen Sukuna’s motivations were not well-explained until the end, the Simurians’ purpose is defined and driven by emotion. This makes their actions more understandable.
Secondly, the battles in the sequel have a clear purpose, unlike those in the original Jujutsu Kaisen. The Simurians seek coexistence, leading to a duel with Dabura as their representative. Meanwhile, Yuka unleashes Mahoraga, adding emotional stakes to the battle. This clarity makes the conflicts more engaging.
Lastly, the sequel provides a definitive conclusion to the franchise’s premise. Yuji Itadori and Maru devise a plan to eradicate cursed energy from humans, preventing the birth of cursed spirits. In contrast, the original series’ ending mainly focused on defeating Sukuna without resolving the larger implications.
These improvements make the Jujutsu Kaisen sequel’s conclusion stand out as better than its predecessor.
Source: https://comicbook.com/anime/list/3-reasons-why-the-jujutsu-kaisen-sequels-ending-is-better-than-the-original