The air crackles. A heartbeat. Then, a blinding flash as cursed energy erupts, tearing through the arena. Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen isn’t just a manga; it’s an adrenaline shot straight to the heart, celebrated for fights that redefine the battle shonen genre, and Season 3 promises an onslaught within the Culling Game arc.
Spoilers Warning:
This article contains brief spoilers about the upcoming fights in the Culling Game arc of JJK. Read at your own discretion.
Megumi Vs. Reggie Star
Ever notice how the quietest person in the room often holds the most power? Megumi Fushiguro exemplifies that. Sukuna himself recognizes the dormant potential within him, a potential forged in the fires of the Shibuya Incident. Gifted with the Ten Shadows Technique, Megumi’s fight against Reggie Star becomes a masterclass in strategy during the Culling Game.
Reggie, resurrected by Kenjaku, leads a group disrupting the game until they meet Megumi. Takaba’s intervention grants Megumi a one-on-one showdown.
Forget brute force. This clash is a chess match. Megumi’s Ten Shadows collides with Reggie’s Contractual Re-Creation, forcing Megumi to adapt, to outthink an opponent who’s seen it all. The arena becomes his mind as much as his battlefield.
Yuji Vs. Higuruma
Think about the last time you felt truly powerless. That’s the position Yuji Itadori finds himself in against Hiromi Higuruma. Yuji enters the Culling Game to aid Megumi, hoping to add a rule that might save his sister, leading him to the disillusioned lawyer, Higuruma.
Higuruma’s denial ignites a conflict unlike any other. His Shikigami Judgeman and Deadly Sentencing Domain Expansion transform the battlefield into a courtroom. Yuji must now confront the weight of lives lost during the Shibuya incident, forced to defend himself in a trial where the stakes are his very existence. What makes this fight unique? It pits Yuji’s raw strength against a Domain Expansion never before seen.
Yuki and Choso Vs. Kenjaku
Family can be complicated. Choso, after betraying Kenjaku, aligns himself with his newfound brother, Yuji. Following the Shibuya Incident, they seek refuge with Master Tengen, who requests two protectors against Kenjaku, leading to a confrontation between Choso, Yuki Tsukumo, and the mastermind himself.
Kenjaku’s objective is Tengen, vital to his Merger plan. Despite the 2-on-1 advantage, the battle is anything but assured. Yuki’s special-grade sorcery is finally put on display, while Choso fights desperately to contain Kenjaku. This fight is a high water mark, as how powerful is Yuki Tsukumo? Season 3 will soon answer!
Yuta Vs. Ryu Vs. Uro
Ever been caught in the middle of something? Yuta Okkotsu understands the feeling. Kenjaku revives powerful sorcerers, and Yuta attracts the attention of Takako Uro and Ryu Ishigori almost immediately. Fresh from defeating Kurourushi, Yuta faces a gauntlet as Ryu and Uro simultaneously enter the fray.
The Yuta Okkotsu vs. Takako Uro vs. Ryu Ishigori fight is the equivalent of a fireworks display: each combatant brings overwhelming power. Ryu boasts the highest cursed energy output, while Uro warps reality with Sky Manipulation. How does Yuta contend with such overwhelming force? The resulting battle in the Sendai colony is a must-see for anime-only fans.
Hakari Vs. Kashimo
Gojo Satoru doesn’t hand out praise easily, so the fact that he considers Kinji Hakari to have the potential to surpass him speaks volumes. Hakari enters the Culling Game after being recruited by Yuji and Megumi, where he faces the reincarnated lightning god, Hajime Kashimo.
Kashimo, a sorcerer of unparalleled strength, seeks a worthy challenge. He gets it in Hakari, who becomes temporarily immortal for four minutes and 11 seconds after hitting the jackpot in his Domain Expansion. This clash is less a fight and more a spectacle, so what is Hakari’s domain expansion? Its animation is poised to set the internet ablaze.
What is the best fight scene in JJK?
Defining the “best” fight in Jujutsu Kaisen is like trying to capture lightning in a bottle – subjective and electrifying. For many, it’s Gojo versus Sukuna, a clash of titans that redefined expectations.
What fights happen in Culling Games?
The Culling Game is a crucible of conflict, a battle royale where sorcerers clash in a chaotic dance of power and strategy. Some notable battles include Hakari vs. Kashimo, Sukuna vs. Yorozu, Yuji vs. Higuruma, Yuta vs. Ryu vs. Uro, and others.
Who did Hakari fight in the Culling game?
Hakari faced Hajime Kashimo, the reincarnated sorcerer also known as the God of Lightning.
Is JJK season 3 the culling game?
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 will cover the Culling Game arc. The number of chapters MAPPA will adapt remains unconfirmed since it is the series’ longest arc.
Is Gojo in the culling game?
Gojo is sealed inside the Prison Realm, so he cannot participate in the Culling Game.
These are just a few of the Culling Game fights to anticipate in Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3. Of course, other battles are worth mentioning, such as Maki vs. Naoya Zenin and Sukuna vs. Yorozu. Do you agree with this list, or are other battles more deserving of the spotlight?