The Definitive Answer: Gege Akutami Confirms Yuji Itadori’s Power Level as a New Pillar of the Jujutsu World

The conclusion of Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen left fans with a sense of both closure and lingering questions, especially concerning the ultimate fate and power of its main protagonist, Yuji Itadori. For much of the series, Yuji’s strength was a product of his superhuman physicality and his status as the vessel of Ryomen Sukuna. But as the final pages of the manga turned, Yuji’s true potential as a sorcerer began to surface, hinting at a power that could rival the strongest in the series. Now, official information from the creator himself has finally provided a definitive answer, cementing adult Yuji Itadori’s place among the elite sorcerers in the Jujutsu world.

The revelation comes in the form of a new spin-off manga titled Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, which recently launched with the collaboration of Gege Akutami. While details about this new series are still emerging, the first chapter’s text contained a monumental statement: it described Yuji, alongside Gojo Satoru, as “Japan’s strongest sorcerers.” This simple line carries immense weight, as it officially confirms that Yuji, in his prime, reached a level of power comparable to the man widely considered the greatest sorcerer of all time. This is a monumental step for the character, who for so long was overshadowed by the powerhouses of his world.

The Journey of a True Sorcerer: How Yuji Rose to the Top

Yuji’s power progression was always unique. Unlike many shonen protagonists who rely on an innate cursed technique from the beginning, Yuji’s initial strength was a result of his physical prowess and his remarkable resilience. This foundation allowed him to survive and learn in a world of Curses and formidable sorcerers. However, during the final stages of the story, Yuji underwent several incredible power-ups that changed his status forever.

• Blood Manipulation: It was officially revealed that Yuji had consumed Death Painting Wombs, granting him access to the powerful Blood Manipulation cursed technique. This was a critical turning point, as it provided him with a versatile and potent set of abilities, including techniques like Piercing Blood, which he used effectively against Sukuna.
• Awakened Cursed Technique: One of the most significant developments was the awakening of Yuji’s own cursed technique, an ability that reflects the King of Curses’ own power. While the specifics of this technique remain somewhat mysterious, its emergence cemented Yuji as a sorcerer with not just potential, but a confirmed, elite-level power set. He also gained the ability to directly attack the soul, a terrifying and rare power.
• Mastery of Cursed Energy: Throughout his journey, Yuji’s control over cursed energy grew exponentially. He mastered Reverse Cursed Technique, allowing him to heal himself, and developed the ability to consistently land Black Flashes, a phenomenon that amplifies cursed energy exponentially. The fact that he was able to use multiple Black Flashes in a row during his final battle with Sukuna cemented his status as a prodigy.

From Vessel to Vanguard: Yuji’s Legacy

With Gojo Satoru’s death, the Jujutsu world was left without its pillar, its greatest champion. The official description from Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo positions Yuji as the one who rises to fill that void. The statement that he and Gojo were considered “Japan’s strongest sorcerers” implies that Yuji not only survived the final confrontation but went on to fully master his new abilities, eventually standing on the same level as his revered mentor. This progression is a testament to his innate potential, a potential that even the narrator acknowledged, stating that Yuji’s goal was not to simply reach Sukuna’s level, but to surpass it.

This confirmation provides a satisfying conclusion to Yuji’s character arc. He began as an ordinary high school student who was thrust into a world of curses and tragedy. He endured immense suffering, losing friends and allies, and even his own sense of self. However, through sheer will and an unyielding desire to save others, he became a symbol of hope. The official word from Gege Akutami solidifies this transformation, confirming that Yuji’s journey was not just about survival, but about becoming a new cornerstone of the jujutsu world, a sorcerer powerful enough to protect humanity from the shadows of its own creation.