The conclusion of Jujutsu Kaisen left fans with Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki stepping into the shoes of their late mentor, Satoru Gojo, and continuing their journey as sorcerers. Among them, Yuji’s victory over Sukuna, the King of Curses, marked him as a powerful contender, a figure who could be seen as Gojo’s successor. But the story hints at potential rivals, notably Yuta Okkotsu and Megumi Fushiguro. As Megumi’s growth and capabilities develop, he stands as a likely candidate to surpass Yuji, perhaps even to become the strongest modern sorcerer.
Megumi’s Potential To Rival Gojo Satoru
Megumi’s lineage positions him uniquely to rival Gojo, not only because of his connection to one of the prestigious Three Big Families but also due to his mastery of the rare Ten Shadows Technique, an ability seldom seen among the Zenin family. This inherited technique grants him the potential for exceptional power, but he will need to master it fully to match Gojo’s legendary abilities.
Gojo once alluded to the parallels between their families when recounting an ancient clash between their ancestors, both of whom wielded extraordinary techniques similar to the Limitless and the Six Eyes for Gojo, and the Ten Shadows for Megumi. This fierce battle ended in a tie, suggesting that if Megumi hones his skills, he could potentially rise to Gojo’s level of power.
Awakening Megumi’s True Power
While Megumi’s talent is undeniable, skill alone isn’t enough to reach the level of Gojo or even Sukuna. Megumi has taken this reality to heart and worked tirelessly to advance his techniques and abilities. The strength and mastery he’s built indicate that he could reach—and perhaps even exceed—Gojo’s level.
The Culling Game arc introduced new layers to Megumi’s abilities, especially after Sukuna inhabited his body. When Sukuna uttered the word “Enchain” and subdued Megumi’s soul, he began tapping into Megumi’s innate abilities, transferring some of his cursed energy and combat knowledge into Megumi’s body. This unique fusion is reminiscent of Yuji’s evolution, who inherited Sukuna’s Shrine technique due to prolonged exposure to his cursed energy. It stands to reason that Megumi could similarly adopt these advanced abilities, even if indirectly.
Could Megumi Inherit Sukuna’s Shrine?
While unconfirmed, the possibility of Megumi inheriting Sukuna’s Shrine ability is compelling. Yuji managed this feat without a direct blood connection to Sukuna, which could imply that Megumi might also gain access to such powers. If Megumi were to inherit the Shrine, his combat potential would soar, giving him access to devastating techniques like the Malevolent Shrine and the World Splitting Dismantle. Given his bond with Sukuna and the energy transferred, Megumi’s skillset could expand in ways he never anticipated.
If he can fully control and train with the Shrine, Megumi’s powers would eclipse most sorcerers, placing him in a unique class of strength. Additionally, by mastering the Ten Shadows, he would gain enhanced access to formidable techniques, such as Max Elephant and Agito, and potentially summon Mahoraga with a level of precision beyond what he previously achieved.
Megumi vs. Yuji: Who Holds the Greater Potential?
At present, Yuji maintains an edge over Megumi in terms of strength and battle experience. However, if Megumi fulfills his potential, his power could grow to match, or even surpass, Yuji’s. Mastering the Ten Shadows fully and achieving a refined Domain Expansion would enable Megumi to challenge Yuji directly.
The imprint of Sukuna’s movements and battle tactics on Megumi’s muscle memory further enhances his potential. If he manages to gain complete control over the Shrine, Megumi could not only rival Yuji but even inch closer to the legendary status of Gojo and Sukuna. However, fans can only speculate on how far Megumi will go, as no official continuation of Jujutsu Kaisen has been announced. For now, theorizing about Megumi’s capabilities provides a thrilling glimpse into what could be the future of the Jujutsu world.