The latest spoilers for Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 257 have set the internet abuzz, confirming a long-held fan theory regarding the blood connection between Yuji Itadori and Ryomen Sukuna. However, the revelation takes a surprising turn, diverging from what fans had initially speculated.
While the official translation of the chapter is yet to be released, raw scans have surfaced online, offering a look into the ongoing battle between Yuji and Sukuna, alongside a revelation about Yuji’s past and his ties to the King of Curses.
Warning: The following article contains spoilers from Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 257. Proceed with caution.
Yuji and Sukuna Relationship
Yuji is NOT Sukuna's twin
After Sukuna ate his twin in the womb, the twin's soul went through cycles. And Kenjaku procreated with the person who had Sukuna's twin's soul, which is Jin Itadori. And that led to birth of Yuji. So Yuji is NOT Sukuna's twin but Jin Itadori #JJK257 pic.twitter.com/sznkNsiRth— Jujutsu Kaisen (@Go_Jover) April 18, 2024
Fans have long speculated about a deeper bond between Yuji and Sukuna, some even suggesting they could be reincarnated twins from the Heian Era destined to confront each other in the modern era. However, the spoilers reveal a different twist to their relationship.
In the revised translations of the chapter, Sukuna and Uraume engage in a flashback conversation discussing Yuji’s origins. Shockingly, Sukuna discloses that Yuji’s father, Jin Itadori, is his reincarnated twin from the Heian Era.
According to Sukuna, in his mother’s womb, he absorbed his twin brother due to hunger, and the soul of this twin was reborn as Jin Itadori in the present era. Kenjaku later used Jin’s body, possessed by Sukuna’s cursed energy, to give birth to Yuji.
This revelation sheds new light on Yuji’s exceptional abilities and his role as a vessel for Sukuna. Fans now understand that Yuji’s connection to Sukuna runs deeper than previously thought, explaining Sukuna’s intense animosity towards him.
Moreover, the spoilers suggest that Yuji has gained Sukuna’s “Shrine” Cursed Technique, indicating a closer link between the two characters than initially perceived.
The unexpected twist in Yuji’s lineage has left fans reeling, reshaping their understanding of the series’ narrative. It adds complexity to Yuji’s character and raises questions about Kenjaku’s motives in selecting Jin Itadori as a vessel for Sukuna.
★ Possesses 2 Cursed Techniques including Shrine
★ Unfazed at Sukuna's slashes & healed the damage like Gojo
★ Landed 8 consecutive Black Flashes & broke all records
★ Praised by Editor to have surpassed SukunaLemme reintroduce you the MC of Jujutsu Kaisen, ITADORI YUJI!! pic.twitter.com/3n9LXTSlRN
— Jujutsu Kaisen (@Go_Jover) April 18, 2024
With this revelation, Yuji finds himself entangled in a familial bond with not just one but two major antagonists of the series, further complicating his already tumultuous journey.
As fans eagerly await the official release of the chapter, the revelation about Yuji and Sukuna’s blood relation has sparked intense speculation and anticipation for the future of Jujutsu Kaisen.