As Jujutsu Kaisen is left only with the last three chapters, fans are staggered on what is the possibility of some leftover plots that are still hanging loose. The controversy centers around the unexpected return of Nobara Kugisaki. Gege Akutami’s decision to bring her back in the manga’s final chapters diverted multiple unresolved plot threads, leaving the story in crucial areas.
Jujutsu Kaisen fanbase is expressing disappointment over what they perceive as a lack of closure. There are eight significant plotlines that remain unaddressed as the manga concludes its run. Fans are losing hope that these plotlines are going to be addressed in the last three chapters.
The Unfinished Bussiness of Jujutsu Kaisen
In chapter 267 of Jujutsu Kaisen, Nobara Kugisaki who was presumed dead since her confrontation with Mahito, made an unexpected return. Her reappearance, although marked with joy and relief, quickly gave way to doubt. Some argue that Gege Akutami used this kind of tactic to overshadow the absence of an explanation for multiple storylines that were loosely fitted in the series.
A user @beautyofmangas on Instagram has pointed out that at least eight major plotlines were left hanging because of Nobara’s return.
The highly anticipated Heian era flashback promised to portray crucial historical events that never occurred. The mysterious involvement of USA soldiers in the jujutsu sorcerer world still remained unexplored. It leaves readers to wonder about the global implications of cursed energy.
Most frustratingly, the outcome of the Culling Game’s merger was left unclear. It also denied fans closure on a central conflict. Another such event is the showdown between Kinji Hakari and Uraume, which cracked out without any explanation. Their fight robbed readers of what promised to be an epic battle.
Gege Akutami’s Unanswered Questions
Akutami not only left hanging those plotlines, but they also didn’t answer some of the questions that fans felt needed to be disclosed. Like the relationship between Master Tengen and Kenjaku, though hinted throughout the series but never fully explained. Yuji Itadori‘s parents, particularly the identity and importance of his father Jin Itadori, still remain shrouded in mystery.
Lastly, the connection between Fallen Angel and Angel, the two characters was left unexplored. These unresolved plots leave a void in Jujutsu Kaisen. Some have argued that Nobara’s reintroduction smokescreen the shortcomings of the manga. Others say it is because of time constraints or editorial pressure that made Akutami rush the ending.
Even then, Jujutsu Kaisen remains one of the most popular manga of recent years. With an unsettling finale, fans are left to tackle a bittersweet ending. All those unsettled plotlines will continue to be a topic of discussion among fans even after its conclusion.
Jujutsu Kaisen manga is currently available to read on Viz.
