The debate rages among power fantasy fans: Sung Jinwoo from Solo Leveling or Satoru Gojo from Jujutsu Kaisen—who’s truly more broken? Both characters exist as apex predators in their respective universes. Let’s break it down.
Peak Power Comparison
Sung Jinwoo: The Shadow Monarch
By Solo Leveling’s end, Jinwoo has:
- Infinite shadow army – millions of soldiers he can summon instantly
- Monarch-level power – rivaling universe-creating beings
- Time manipulation – reset reality itself
- Immortality – cannot die permanently
- Domain of the Monarch – spatial manipulation
Gojo Satoru: The Strongest Sorcerer
At his peak, Gojo has:
- Infinity – absolute defense against physical attacks
- Six Eyes – perfect cursed energy perception and efficiency
- Limitless techniques – Red, Blue, Hollow Purple
- Unlimited Void – one of the strongest domain expansions
Combat Breakdown
Offense
Jinwoo’s offense is overwhelming through numbers. His shadow army includes former Monarchs, dragons, and countless S-rank hunters. He can also fight personally with strength that shatters dimensions.
Gojo’s offense is surgical. Hollow Purple erases matter from existence. He doesn’t need overwhelming power—one technique ends most fights.
Advantage: Jinwoo (raw output)
Defense
Jinwoo’s defense relies on healing factor and durability. He can regenerate from almost any injury and has Monarch-level resilience.
Gojo’s Infinity means attacks literally cannot reach him. It’s not durability—it’s mathematical impossibility of contact.
Advantage: Gojo (conceptually unbreakable)
Hax Abilities
Jinwoo can:
- Resurrect enemies as shadows
- Manipulate time
- Travel between dimensions
- Copy abilities from extracted shadows
Gojo can:
- Trap minds in infinite information
- See through any deception
- Use reverse cursed technique
Advantage: Jinwoo (more varied)
Who Would Win?
This is surprisingly one-sided: Sung Jinwoo wins.
Here’s why:
- Scale difference: Jinwoo fought universe-level Monarchs. Gojo fights building-to-city level opponents.
- Infinity counter: Monarch-level beings can bypass dimensional barriers. Infinity manipulates space—Jinwoo can manipulate dimensions.
- Unlimited Void counter: Jinwoo has resisted mental attacks from the Architect and operated in null spaces.
- Attrition: Even if Gojo could hurt Jinwoo, he can’t kill him permanently. Jinwoo will outlast.
But Who’s Better Written?
This is where Gojo takes the crown.
Gojo’s Character Depth
Gojo’s power comes with loneliness. He’s so strong that he can’t relate to others. His goal isn’t to be strong—it’s to raise a generation that can rival him. He’s a teacher first, fighter second.
Jinwoo’s Power Fantasy
Jinwoo is explicitly written as a power fantasy protagonist. He starts weak, becomes strong, and keeps getting stronger. While satisfying, he lacks the complexity of Gojo’s character.
Better character: Gojo
Impact on Their Stories
Gojo’s Sealing
JJK had to seal Gojo in the Prison Realm to create tension. Without removing him, no villain could threaten the heroes. This demonstrates both his power and importance to the narrative.
Jinwoo’s Dominance
Solo Leveling embraces Jinwoo being unstoppable. The story isn’t about whether he’ll win—it’s about how. Threats escalate specifically to give him challenging content.
Conclusion
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Raw Power | Jinwoo |
| Defense | Gojo |
| Overall Combat | Jinwoo |
| Character Writing | Gojo |
| Cool Factor | Tie |
In a fight: Jinwoo
As a character: Gojo
Both represent the peak of their respective genres. Enjoy them for what they are rather than debating endlessly.
Related: Sung Jinwoo: Shadow Monarch Breakdown | Gojo Satoru: Complete Character Analysis