Shonen Jump’s Hottest New Manga Just Made a Classic Naruto Mistake

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Despite Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine wrapping up approximately ten manga series this year, it remains vibrant with fresh content. A notable addition to its expansive collection is a spin-off titled “Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo“, following on from Gege Akutami’s acclaimed work, “Jujutsu Kaisen“. When the spin-off was unveiled, its first glimpse hinted at a unique identity, showcasing art by Yuji Iwasaki, renowned for his work on “Cipher Academy“. However, it was later revealed that the narrative continues directly from the original story, set approximately seventy years after the events of “Jujutsu Kaisen“.

Indeed, fans were excited about this new installment. The finale of Jujutsu Kaisen felt a bit rushed, leaving numerous loose ends dangling, and readers were chomping at the bit to see what more this follow-up had in store. Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo made its debut on September 7th with its first chapter, “Special Grade Incident.” In the initial pages, it is disclosed that extraterrestrial beings known as “Simurians” will be at the heart of the storyline. However, these early pages also hint that the powers wielded by the Simurians are similar to those used by Earth’s Jujutsu sorcerers. This suggests questions about the true origin of cursed energy, a mystery closely connected to the original series. Similar to Naruto, which faced criticism for comparable decisions in its final arc and sequel series by incorporating aliens, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo may face the same type of negative reaction.

Jujutsu Kaisen’s Sequel Is Mirroring Naruto’s Classic Mistake

The initial installment of the Naruto series depicted Chakra as a distinct power source exclusive to humans and the planet. Towards its finale, it was disclosed that Chakra had extraterrestrial origins from Kaguya, a revelation which felt abrupt and contradicted the established narrative’s foundations. The possibility exists that Jujutsu Kaisen’s sequel may commit a similar misstep. What adds to this dissatisfaction is how robust and genuine the initial concept of Cursed Energy was within Jujutsu Kaisen. Gege Akutami’s manga presented Cursed Energy as an energy form birthed from negative human feelings, making it an original and captivating idea.

The original concept for the series spawned some of its most memorable villains, including Ryomen Sukuna, who showcases how such power can encompass both spirit and emotion. What made it stand out was its rooting in something tangible and familiar. In the subsequent installment, however, extraterrestrial beings are introduced, with one main character, Maru, implying that their abilities mirror Cursed Energy. This implies that this energy might not have stemmed from humans but rather been bestowed upon them, similar to how Kaguya imparted Chakra to her offspring, thereby influencing the shinobi world.

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The idea that Sukuna could originate from an alien race is gaining popularity among fans, leading some to believe that this could be the reason for his unique physical form. If proven correct, it might lead to concerns about the authenticity of the original series, as Cursed Energy was deeply connected to human emotions. Such a change could potentially make the Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo narrative feel shallow and merely an extension of the original, rather than distinctly original. However, the sequel still holds promise if it chooses to expand upon the initial premise of Cursed Energy instead of abandoning it. With Maru, a key alien character, there is a chance to avoid repeating the mistakes made in Naruto and instead give the sequel’s narrative a fresh perspective.

Jujutsu Kaisen’s Sequel Could Still Redeem Naruto‘s Classic Mistake

In the initial chapter of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, we didn’t learn much about the extraterrestrial beings, but it was hinted they came to Earth searching for a home among humans. However, Maru’s conversations with the Okkotsu siblings, Yuta and Maki’s grandchildren, provided valuable information. These dialogues implied that the Simurian race might not be so unlike humans. Despite their visible physical differences, Maru exhibited emotions common to most people. Some of his standout scenes were his worry for Yuka and Tsurugi’s relationship, as well as discussing his own sibling strife, which mirrored human experiences in many ways.

This suggests that Simurians might differ in appearance alone, while their emotions and associated powers could share a common origin with humans, notably negative emotions similar to those found among Jujutsu sorcerers. The inaugural chapter of “Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo” showed great promise and held the capacity to establish its own unique storyline. However, certain reservations persist, particularly regarding the possibility of it mirroring the mistakes of “Naruto“, or the plot feeling hurried due to a limited number of issues.

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2025-09-13 19:16