The protagonist of "Jujutsu Kaisen", Itadori Yuji, has a strong belief in saving people, but he faces many difficulties in the world of sorcery. His battles are not just about fighting cursed spirits, but also about coexistence with his friends and the King of Curses, Sukuna, who resides within himself, as well as the conflicts he faces as a human. In this article, we will explore Itadori's inner thoughts and how he overcomes the difficult decisions he faces as a sorcerer while still cherishing his friendship with his friends.
1. Itadori Yuji's basic belief: the desire to help someone
Itadori Yuji's fundamental belief is his strong desire to "help someone." With his grandfather's words "You're strong, so help people" engraved in his heart, Itadori continues to prioritize others, no matter how difficult the situation. This belief makes him not just a fighting hero, but a human character that viewers can sympathize with.
The first battle with a cursed spirit
When Itadori first encountered a cursed spirit, he tried to protect his friends and unrelated people without regard for his own safety. Without any knowledge or power of cursed magic, he decided to risk his own life to swallow Ryomen Sukuna's finger and defeat the cursed spirit, symbolizing his self-sacrificing nature. This is where his difficult path as a sorcerer begins.
2. Coexistence with Sukuna and the suffering of a sorcerer
One of Itadori's greatest challenges is that he has Ryomen Sukuna, the "King of Curses," inside him. Sukuna has the potential to take over Itadori's body and go berserk at any time, and is a constant threat to Itadori. He must continue to fight as a sorcerer, fearing the moment when he will no longer be able to control Sukuna.
Contract with Sukuna
At the beginning of the story, Sukuna makes a "contract" with Itadori. This contract gives Itadori the right to revive him once if he dies. However, Itadori has no way of predicting when and how Sukuna will use his power. In his constant coexistence with Sukuna, Itadori is tormented by the double conflict of protecting his comrades and putting his own life at risk.
3. The power of friendship and bonds with comrades
One of the major themes of Jujutsu Kaisen is the bonds and friendship with comrades. As Itadori works with his comrades on his mission as a sorcerer, he develops deep friendships with them. In particular, his relationship with Megumi Fushiguro and Nobara Kugisaki provides him with emotional support, and their friendship greatly influences his decisions.
The bond with Megumi Fushiguro
Itadori's friendship with Fushiguro means a lot to him. Fushiguro is a calm and tactical sorcerer, but he is also a source of emotional support for Itadori when he is in pain. Itadori is very conscious of Fushiguro as someone he wants to protect, and he is determined to do everything he can for Fushiguro. This friendship is what motivates Itadori in his fight.
The relationship with Kugisaki Nobara
Itadori's relationship with Kugisaki is also a great support for him. Kugisaki is a strong, independent female character who tries to maintain an equal relationship with Itadori. She is a reliable ally in battle, and the scene where the two of them face danger together shows the depth of their bond.
4. Decision-making scenes: Life-threatening choices and conflicts
Itadori is forced to make many life-threatening choices throughout the story. His decisions are always motivated by the desire to protect someone, but they often involve his own suffering. His conflicts deepen especially when his comrades are in danger or when he feels that his own existence could harm others.
The choice to kill a human
One of Itadori's greatest conflicts is when he is forced to make the choice to kill a human. The ethical question of whether he can kill a pure "human", not a fight against a cursed spirit, has a great impact on his heart. Itadori has a strong belief that he will not kill people, no matter how harsh the situation, but sometimes this can end up putting himself and his friends at risk. His decision in such a situation is an important theme in the portrayal of his growth and humanity.
5. The choice between destiny and friendship as a sorcerer
Itadori is torn between his destiny as a sorcerer and the choice to protect his friends and comrades. As a sorcerer, he must always throw himself into battle, and in some cases he may be forced to make ruthless decisions. However, he never forgets his original desire to help people, and remains prepared to risk his own life to protect his friends.
Awareness as a sorcerer
As Itadori grows as a sorcerer, he comes to accept his destiny. Because he carries the powerful presence of Sukuna, he always feels a heavier responsibility than other sorcerers. However, no matter how difficult the situation, he continues to fight, cherishing his friendship with his comrades while remaining aware of his role as a sorcerer.
Summary: Itadori Yuji's growth and decisions
Through Jujutsu Kaisen, Itadori Yuji grows not only as a sorcerer, but also as a person. While he always holds to his belief that he wants to help people, he faces difficult choices as a sorcerer and overcomes his own limitations through the bonds he forms with his friends. His decision to coexist with Sukuna and torn between sorcery and friendship is an important theme of the story, deeply moving to viewers and readers. More attention will be paid to how he accepts his fate as a sorcerer and what path he will walk with his friends in the future.
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