: Their arrival shifts the tone toward the upcoming Kyoto Sister-School Goodwill Event , a classic tournament arc setup.
: Some reviewers, such as those at Anime News Network , found the transition from the emotional weight of Yuji’s "death" to the second-years' introduction a bit "rocky" or "weird tonally". 5 : Curse Womb Must Die II
: Sukuna asserts dominance by ripping out Yuji's heart, effectively holding the protagonist's body hostage. Reviewers from Star Crossed Anime noted this "metal" move immediately cements Sukuna as one of shounen's strongest antagonists. : Their arrival shifts the tone toward the
: A meeting between a mysterious human (Geto) and several high-level curses in a cafe sets the stage for a broader conflict. Technical and Critical Reception Reviewers from Star Crossed Anime noted this "metal"
: Gojo suspects the "higher-ups" of jujutsu society intentionally sent the first-years on a suicide mission to eliminate Yuji. This adds a layer of political intrigue that critics find a "welcome bit of intrigue". Character Introductions