Overview of Sukuna’s Powers
- Sukuna stands out as one of the most formidable entities in the realm of Jujutsu Kaisen, primarily due to his exceptional cursed techniques and energy.
- His arsenal includes capabilities to dismantle objects, utilize lightning attacks, and amplify his domain, allowing him to counter various cursed techniques effectively.
- Notably, Sukuna can inflict severe damage with abilities that include incinerating foes, healing himself and others through reverse cursed technique, invoking the powerful Mahoraga, and deploying the devastating Malevolent Shrine technique. He even wields the world-splitting slash, capable of targeting the essence of reality itself.
Regarded as the King of Curses, Sukuna ranks at the pinnacle of strength within Jujutsu Kaisen, rivaled perhaps only by Satoru Gojo. His vast suite of powers has left a profound impact on the narrative.
Possessing an immense mastery over cursed techniques and energy, Sukuna has displayed numerous formidable abilities throughout the series, some of which are lethal enough to eliminate any opponent in his way.
Updated by Ahmed Rehan Nasir on December 27, 2024: Sukuna is undeniably a unique antagonist, pushing the boundaries of power within the anime landscape. Observations from events like the Shibuya Incident and the Shinjuku Showdown have highlighted his phenomenal strength and versatility in combat. Recent updates to this article reflect his evolving repertoire of abilities.
20 Pseudo Piercing Blood (In Megumi’s Body)
Sukuna’s Mimicry of Piercing Blood
Manga Debut |
Chapter 233: “Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 11” |
Debut Date |
August 28, 2023 |
Sukuna has demonstrated a variant of Piercing Blood, distinct from the technique used by characters like Choso and Yuji. This technique, while based on the original, utilizes the framework of the 10 Shadows Technique and draws from the power of Max Elephant, which can generate torrents of water. By condensing this water and launching it as a high-speed projectile, Sukuna’s version remains as potent as traditional Piercing Blood, evidenced in his clash with Gojo.
19 Binding Vows
Effective Utilization of Binding Vows
Anime Debut |
Episode 6: “After the Rain” |
Debut Date |
November 7, 2020 |
As the King of Curses, Sukuna exploits Binding Vows to gain tactical advantages in battles. He initially formed a Binding Vow with Yuji, while later, during the Shinjuku Showdown arc, he empowered himself further with self-imposed vows. This strategic use facilitated high-tier attacks such as the World-Splitting Dismantle against Gojo, showcasing his intellectual prowess in combat.
18 Hollow Wicker Basket
Deployment of Anti-Domain Techniques
Manga Debut |
Chapter 171: “Tokyo No. 1 Colony, Part 11” |
Debut Date |
January 17, 2022 |
Hollow Wicker Basket, an ancient anti-domain technique, showcases Sukuna’s extensive abilities derived from the Heian era. He adeptly used this power during combat within Yuta’s domain expansion, demonstrating his adaptability even when lacking his personal domain.
17 Dismantle
Sukuna’s Ability to Dismantle
Anime Debut |
Episode 40: “Thunderclap” |
Debut Date |
November 9, 2023 |
Sukuna’s Dismantle technique is a formidable slash that targets all inanimate objects within proximity, rendering him a deadly threat even to those without cursed energy. Its unique focus on destructible items sets it apart from similar techniques, affirming its lethal reputation against both material and spiritual entities.
16 Cursed Tool Kamutoke
Harnessing Lightning Through Kamutoke
Manga Debut |
Chapter 237: “Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 14” |
Debut Date |
October 2, 2023 |
The cursed tool Kamutoke enhances Sukuna’s combat capabilities with lightning strikes. While Kashimo’s lightning-based abilities provided him resistance, Sukuna’s attacks pose a significant threat to most foes, solidifying Kamutoke’s status as a formidable weapon among cursed tools.
15 Incredible Amounts Of Cursed Energy
Endurance and Resilience
Anime Debut |
Episode 1: “Ryomen Sukuna” |
Debut Date |
October 3, 2020 |
Sukuna boasts an unprecedented level of cursed energy, far surpassing that of other formidable characters like Satoru Gojo. His exceptional control over this energy allows him to maintain an endurance in prolonged combat, with Yuta himself acknowledging Sukuna’s superiority in both quantity and mastery.
14 Domain Amplification
Sukuna’s Countermeasures Against Cursed Techniques
Manga Debut |
Chapter 224: “Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 2” |
Debut Date |
May 29, 2023 |
Domain amplification is a tactical advantage employed by Sukuna in battles, allowing him to neutralize opposing Domain Expansions effectively. His encounter with Satoru Gojo served as a showcasing of this skill as he successfully managed to engage and injure Gojo despite the latter’s formidable abilities.
13 Spiderweb
A Variant of Sukuna’s Cleave
Manga Debut |
Chapter 215: “Fearsome Womb, Part 7” |
Debut Date |
May 29, 2023 |
Spiderweb, an advanced derivative of Cleave, enables Sukuna to slice enemies with web-like patterns rather than straightforward slashes. This technique is effective in destabilizing opponent stances from afar, as evidenced when it was utilized against Yuji and Maki, allowing Sukuna to exploit openings for assault.
12 Cleave
The Deadly Precision of Cleave
Anime Debut |
Episode 4: “Fearsome Womb” |
Debut Date |
October 24, 2020 |
Sukuna’s Cleave employs an innate technique that showcases his unparalleled cutting ability. No matter how powerful the opponent, the technique is designed to slice through foes with invisible slashes, rendering even seasoned Special Grade curse users vulnerable.
11 Fire Arrow
A Technique to Incinerate
Anime Debut |
Episode 40: “Thunderclap” |
Debut Date |
November 9, 2023 |
Sukuna wields the Fire Arrow technique, which allows him to unleash pyrokinetic attacks that burn with extreme intensity. Even powerful curse users like Jogo recognize the danger posed by these flames, highlighting the technique’s lethal potential when employed against adversaries.
10 Unlimited Incantations
Achieving Maximum Output
Manga Debut |
Chapter 238: “Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 15” |
Debut Date |
October 9, 2023 |
In his true form, Sukuna possesses the remarkable ability to chant incantations during combat, a rarity among sorcerers. This skill enables him to deliver maximum output with his cursed techniques while simultaneously engaging in physical confrontations, elevating his danger level as a Jujutsu sorcerer.
9 Reverse Cursed Technique
Self-Healing Abilities
Anime Debut |
Episode 4: “Fearsom Womb” |
Debut Date |
October 24, 2020 |
The Reverse Cursed Technique enables Sukuna to utilize positive energy for healing purposes. His proficiency was evident when he revived Yuji from the brink of death after a Binding Vow, among other instances. Recently, he has begun expanding this ability to replenish his own cursed energy reserves, emphasizing his continual evolution as a sorcerer.
8 Healing Others With RCT
Advanced Healing Techniques
Anime Debut |
Episode 41: “Thunderclap, Part 2” |
Debut Date |
November 16, 2023 |
Unique among sorcerers, Sukuna excels in employing Reverse Cursed Technique not just for self-healing but also for restoring others. This was prominently displayed in the Shibuya arc when he saved Megumi post-battle against Mahoraga, further reinforcing his extraordinary capabilities within the realm of Jujutsu Kaisen.
7 Healing Soul Damage
Restoring His Own Soul
Manga Debut |
Chapter 212: “The Ripening, Part 2” |
Debut Date |
February 6, 2023 |
Healing from soul damage presents a significant challenge in the JJK universe. However, Sukuna possesses the rare ability to heal from such trauma by perceiving the outline of his own soul, which derives from the coexistence of two souls within him: his own and Megumi’s. This unique perception allows him to rebound from severe soul-inflicting blows, a feat unattainable for most sorcerers.
6 Divine Flame
Destructive Radius of Incineration
Anime Debut |
Episode 40: “Thunderclap” |
Debut Date |
November 9, 2023 |
The Divine Flame technique exemplifies Sukuna’s capacity for total destruction. This intricate ability operates after employing Dismantle and Cleave, under specific Binding Vow constraints to target multiple foes exclusively within his Malevolent Shrine domain. During his confrontations, he effectively wielded this technique for overwhelming force.
5 Black Flash
Amplifying Attack Power
Manga Debut |
Chapter 253: “Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 25” |
Debut Date |
March 11, 2024 |
Black Flash represents one of the quintessential techniques within Jujutsu Kaisen, enhancing the power of one’s strikes exponentially when executed perfectly. This elusive phenomenon occurs when cursed energy is applied almost instantaneously to a strike, resulting in a two-and-a-half-fold power increase. Sukuna leverages this technique effectively in battle, leaving a mark on his opponents during the Shinjuku Showdown.
4 to Mahara
Invocation of the Divine General
Anime Debut |
Episode 41: “Thunderclap, Part 2” |
Debut Date |
November 16, 2023 |
By taking over Megumi’s body, Sukuna can summon Mahoraga, a fearsome creature renowned as the strongest of the 10 Shadows Technique. Historically recognized as an uncontrollable force, Sukuna’s combat expertise allows him to wield Mahoraga effectively, even against opponents like Gojo during their epic battles.
3 Reincarnation
A Single Resurgence
Manga Debut |
Chapter 233: “Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 11” |
Debut Date |
August 28, 2023 |
Sukuna has the extraordinary ability to reincarnate one time, a pivotal move employed after nearly facing defeat against Kashimo. This act revitalizes his cursed energy reserves and restores his Reverse Cursed Technique capabilities, allowing him to emerge stronger after intense battles.
2 Malevolent Shrine
Control Over Domain Expansion
Manga Debut |
Episode 4: “Fearsome Womb” |
Debut Date |
October 24, 2020 |
The Malevolent Shrine serves as Sukuna’s epitome of power, presenting an unparalleled Domain Expansion technique that efficiently targets adversaries with guaranteed hits. Its utilization of techniques like Dismantle and Cleave repeatedly solidifies its reputation as an overwhelming force, much compared to Gojo’s Unlimited Void, yet with unique proficiency.
1 World-Splitting Dismantle
A Technique Beyond Reality
Manga Debut |
Chapter 255: “Inhuman Makyo Shinjuku Showdown, Part 27” |
Debut Date |
April 1, 2024 |
Regarded as Sukuna’s most formidable technique, the World-Splitting Dismantle can sever the very fabric of reality and physical existence. Demonstrated in his fights against Gojo and Kashimo, this ability stands as one of the ultimate threats within the Jujutsu Kaisen universe, showcasing Sukuna’s unparalleled prowess and lethal capabilities.
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