Yuji Itadori’s story as well as Yuta Okkotsu’s in the prequel Jujutsu Kaisen, is riddled with threats, antagonists and enemies, some of which turn out to be original and quite interesting. Precisely in relation to these characters, the author Gege Akutami has revealed some techniques and methods he uses to create them.
During bloody and violent culling game, organized by the villain Kenjaku, we saw how Yuji, Megumi, Yuta and currently Kinji fought with extravagant opponents to say the least, with powers and abilities that at first managed to surprise both the protagonists themselves and, more importantly, the readers. In a recent interview published in the magazine JUMP GIGAAkutami talked about the characterization of these characters and what he thinks is the secret to making them good antagonists.
“There’s no reason to make them compassionate. That’s why I think it’s important Show the reason that sets the antagonist against the protagonist’s beliefs, and make this the axis around which their actions unfold. It’s easy to give reasons for irrational actions, but translating them into the principles that define that character is very complex. Words that express seriousness, devotion and Passion for the job that Akutami does.
Finally, remember that Jujutsu Kaisen 0 is among the most watched anime movies of all time and we’ll let you discover a new version of Gojo born from the collaboration between the series and Sanrio.
Quick English translation of a new interview with Akutami Gege in the Spring 2022 Jump GIGA!
He explains this thought process behind the development of antagonistic characters pic.twitter.com/Ss401bySg8
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