The latest chapter of Jujutsu Kaisen has shaken the foundations of the series, with Nobara’s return and the following damage inflicted on Sukuna by the sorcerers. However, there’s more to look forward to in the next chapter as the recent spoiler teases the return of the infamous “rabbit and wolf” scene during the Shibuya Incident Arc.
Gege Akutami has brought back the nostalgia from the Shibuya Incident Arc by recreating this iconic scene in Jujutsu Kaisen‘s upcoming chapter. But this time, instead of Mahito, Sukuna is the one who is brought to his knees. Chapter 268 of Jujutsu Kaisen is going to leave fans stunned with the final confrontation with the King of the Curses, as it will be marked as an ultimate victory for the Jujutsu sorcerers.
The Ultimate Confrontation in Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 268
With the end of the highly-anticipated chapter 267 of Jujutsu Kaisen, Gege Akutami is setting up the stage for another jaw-dropping moment in the series. A recent spoiler from chapter 268 has been shared on X (formerly, Twitter) that highlighted the defeat of Ryomen Sukuna.
Fans of Jujutsu Kaisen are left in awe as Yuji Itadori stands over the residual remnants of Sukuna, the ultimate villain in the series, as his screams of agony fill the air — Sukuna, the King of Curses, is peeled off Megumi Fushiguro’s body, and the young sorcerer is finally free from his grasp.
The imagery of Sukuna’s defeat instantly brought comparisons to the confrontation between Yuji and Mahito during the Shibuya Incident Arc. It was the classic “rabbit and wolf” scene, where Yuji, who had been on the receiving end of Mahito’s torment, finally turns the tables, signifying a major shift in his resolve.
In this latest chapter, the same theme returns, but this time, it’s even more iconic. With Sukuna finally stripped from Megumi’s body, the significance of Yuji standing tall over his residual echoes those past moments, symbolizing the final breakdown of one of the most powerful antagonists in the series.
Revisiting the “Rabbit and Wolf” Scene of Jujutsu Kaisen‘s Shibuya Incident Arc
The fight between Yuji and Mahito is one of the scariest moments in Shibuya Incident Arc. The metaphor of the “rabbit and wolf,” which Gege Akutami cleverly used in that particular arc, illustrates the predator-prey dynamic between Mahito and Yuji. Since Mahito manipulated Yuji’s emotions and pushed him into progressively dire circumstances, Yuji finally fought back and turned the tables on Mahito, with the prey becoming the predator.
In the latest chapter, Akutami once again brings this concept back into play. However, this time, it’s Sukuna who experiences the same fall from power as Mahito did. With Megumi finally freed from his torment, Sukuna’s terrifying aura is now broken, and for the first time, he is truly vulnerable and forced to experience the consequences of his actions.
This scene also highlights Yuji’s growth throughout the series, not just in terms of physical power but in his emotional and mental fortitude. And the fans are feeling goosebumps from this symbolic scene.
Gege Akutami has once again delivered a masterclass in storytelling with Sukuna’s defeat in Jujutsu Kaisen. On the brink of ending, the manga offered a victory for the sorcerers that many fans have been waiting for — a moment when the sheer weight of Sukuna’s reign of terror comes crashing down after countless battles and sacrifices.
Jujutsu Kaisen is currently available to read on Viz Media.
