Megumi Fushiguro inherited the most powerful technique in jujutsu history. Gojo saw his potential as equal to his own. Sukuna chose him as vessel. Here’s why Megumi is Jujutsu Kaisen’s most important character after Yuji.
Ten Shadows Technique
The Ten Shadows allows Megumi to summon shikigami using hand shadows. Each defeated shikigami transfers power to the remaining ones. The culmination—Mahoraga, the unconquerable—is so powerful that Sukuna considered it a worthy challenge.
Zenin Clan Rejection
Despite being Zenin heir, Megumi was raised separately and developed deep hatred for his clan. Their values—power above all, cruelty toward the weak—represented everything he rejected. His eventual revenge against them was both personal and justified.
Selfless Philosophy
Megumi’s approach to saving people is pragmatic: save those worth saving, eliminate those who aren’t. This contrasts with Yuji’s unconditional kindness. Megumi will let bad people die if saving good people requires it.
Gojo’s Investment
Gojo protected Megumi specifically because he saw unlimited potential. The strongest sorcerer betting on Megumi wasn’t kindness—it was strategic planning for jujutsu’s future. Megumi might surpass even Gojo.
Sukuna’s Interest
The King of Curses rarely takes interest in sorcerers. His fascination with Megumi transcended simple vessel selection—he saw something worth cultivating. This attention proved both validation and curse.
Shibuya and Beyond
The Shibuya Incident pushed Megumi to new limits. Summoning Mahoraga against Haruta, watching Sukuna destroy using his body—these traumas forced rapid growth. The current arc shows the consequences of Sukuna’s interest.
Future Importance
Megumi’s story isn’t finished, but his importance is clear. Whether as vessel or victor, the series’ resolution runs through him. Ten Shadows might be humanity’s best weapon against the King of Curses.