Ryomen Sukuna

Ryomen Sukuna was born during the Heian Era, a golden age of jujutsu sorcery, as a human anomaly with four arms, four eyes, and two mouths. Abandoned by his parents as an abomination, he rose to become the most powerful sorcerer in history. He single-handedly annihilated elite forces like the Sun, Moon, and Stars Squad and the Five Empty Generals, striking fear into the hearts of Japan's ruling clans. Upon his death, his power was divided into twenty indestructible fingers, which became Special Grade Cursed Objects scattered across Japan. [edit]

Sukuna is sadistic, arrogant, and utterly contemptuous of human weakness. He revels in chaos and destruction, viewing others as mere playthings. His only respect is reserved for those who display exceptional strength or potential, like Satoru Gojo or Megumi Fushiguro. Despite his cruelty, he operates with a twisted sense of honor, honoring Binding Vows he makes. [edit]

Sukuna spent a millennium sealed within his fingers until Yuji Itadori consumed one in 2018, becoming his vessel. Initially bound by a vow not to harm others without Yuji's consent, he broke free during the Shibuya Incident, massacring countless civilians and sorcerers. During the Culling Game arc, he manipulated events to transfer his soul into Megumi Fushiguro's body, gaining the Ten Shadows Technique. In the New Shinjuku Showdown, he was finally defeated and eliminated by the combined efforts of Yuji and other sorcerers.[edit]

Sukuna has become one of the most iconic anime villains of the 2020s, praised for his terrifying demeanor and complex relationship with Yuji. He ranks highly in popularity polls and has been analyzed in video essays for his mythological roots and narrative role.[edit]