The theatrical version of "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" is scheduled for release in December of this year, but did you know that the story of this film differs slightly in timeline from the main "Jujutsu Kaisen" series? "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" is set several years before the main story. As a result, the characters that appear in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" are depicted as slightly younger than when they appear in the main "Jujutsu Kaisen" series. Of course, there are characters such as Gojo Satoru and Geto Suguru who look exactly the same even after several years, but the students of Jujutsu Technical College, including the protagonist Okkotsu, are depicted as slightly younger than in the main series. Therefore, this time, we would like to introduce the characters focusing on "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" in addition to introducing the main "Jujutsu Kaisen" series. If you would like to know more about the characters in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0," this article is a character introduction article specifically for "Jujutsu Kaisen 0," so be sure to check it out and check out the characters that appear in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0."
Gojo Satoru
Of all the characters appearing in this work, Gojo Satoru is arguably the most notable. As Okkotsu's teacher, Gojo trains many students at Jujutsu Technical College. Throughout the story, he plays an active role in various situations, from teaching Gojo the basics of Jujutsu to joining the battlefield himself.
Taking Okkotsu
At the beginning of the series, Gojo is tasked with taking Okkotsu, who was supposed to be executed under cover of execution, and treating him under his supervision. However, there is no clear upper-level relationship between him and the higher-ups, and Gojo often acts on his own initiative. In fact, in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0," when the discussion of Okkotsu's final disposition came up, Gojo stated that, depending on the situation, he might take Okkotsu's side and oppose the higher-ups.
A Confrontation with the Fated Geto
Geto and Gojo, the antagonists of this work, were originally students at the same Jujutsu Technical College and were old friends. However, Geto was expelled from Jujutsu Technical College and became enemies. This confrontation between Geto and Gojo is depicted in particular detail in the story. These two are particularly important characters in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0," so be sure to pay close attention to them.
Guiding the students of Jujutsu Technical College
In "Jujutsu Kaisen 0," Gojo plays an important role in guiding the students of Jujutsu Technical College, including Okkotsu. He sometimes takes on somewhat unreasonable roles, such as urging them to go to places where their lives are in danger, but even in such situations, he always shows consideration for the students. You can see the cool Gojo in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0."
Okkotsu Yuta
He is the protagonist of "Jujutsu Kaisen 0." The story begins when Okkotsu unintentionally kills a classmate due to the cursed spirit "Licca-chan" that possesses him. After being arrested and nearly executed undercover, he is taken in by Gojo. While he is one of the most cowardly characters in the series, he grows significantly throughout the story. This work depicts the growth of this protagonist, Okkotsu.
Confronting Rika
The cursed spirit "Rika" has tormented Okkotsu for a long time, but through battles and interactions with his allies in the story, Okkotsu begins to reflect on the existence of "Rika" that possessed him and come to terms with her. In addition to Okkotsu's personal growth, be sure to pay attention to Rika, a girl with whom he shared a heartfelt bond in the past.
Controlling Rika and Fighting
Up until now, Rika has appeared unexpectedly and tormented Okkotu, but gradually Okkotu becomes able to control her. The scene where Okkotu, who was a timid boy in the early stages, wields a powerful cursed spirit and fights Geto is one of the most exciting scenes in the series, so fans who are particularly interested in battle scenes should definitely pay attention to the relationship between these two characters.
Battle with Geto
In particular, the final confrontation with Geto is not just a pure battle scene; it also clearly depicts Okkotsu's determination to win even if it means sacrificing his own life for Rika, and how he puts that determination into practice, even in the face of such a powerful opponent. This is the scene that best reflects Okkotsu's own growth, so be sure to watch it carefully.
Zenin Maki
Like Okkotsu, she is a student at Jujutsu Technical College. She is the student at Jujutsu Technical College who interacted with Okkotsu from the earliest stages of the story, and her character is particularly well-described. She excels in weapon handling and close combat, and even provides considerable instruction to Okkotsu on how to use his weaponry.
Comparison with Okkotsu
Maki was born into the Zen'in family, a renowned and elite family of sorcerers. However, Maki herself possessed no talent for sorcery, and seemed to feel particularly outcast within the Zen'in family. Zen'in Maki, who desired power but was unable to obtain it, and Okkotsu Yuta, who unwillingly acquired powerful sorcerous powers, are portrayed as polar opposites, and it will be interesting to see how these two characters come to terms with their fates.
Inumaki Toge
Like Zenin, he is a student at the Jujutsu Technical College, specializing in spellcasting. He possesses the ability to make the words he speaks come true and attack the other person. Perhaps due to this ability, he can only mention rice ball fillings in everyday conversation (or rather, why is rice ball filling the only thing he's allowed to mention...?).
Gradually deepening his bond with Otsutsuki
Because he can only speak about rice ball fillings, it took him some time to warm up to Otsutsuki in the story. However, after interacting with him on a mission together, a bond between them gradually begins to grow.
Panda
Although he doesn't clearly look like a sorcerer, Panda is a student at Jujutsu Kaisen, just like the three students mentioned above. His name and appearance are both Panda, and while he's the only one who seems like a comic relief character with a misplaced worldview, Panda is a respectable sorcerer who also appears in the main story. While his appearance isn't discussed in detail in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0," he does have plenty of opportunities to shine, making him another character worth paying attention to.
Geto Suguru
Geto is the antagonist of the series. He looks down on people who cannot use Jujutsu as "monkeys" and plots to create a utopia for sorcerers only. The overall story of "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" is about Gojo and Okkotsu defeating Geto and his gang.
Trying to draw Okkotsu in
Geto is targeting Rika, who possesses the powerful cursed energy that possesses Okkotsu, and at the beginning of the story, he even tries to win over Okkotsu. This shows how strong Geto is, as he never dismisses any possibility and carefully plans his strategy.
His Past with Gojo
Having once been a student at Jujutsu Technical College, just like Gojo, Okkotsu seems to have a special attachment to Gojo. In addition to Okkotsu's coming-of-age story, "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" also depicts the memories and activities of Gojo and Getou, former students, and the feelings they have toward each other, making this a particularly noteworthy point.
Killed by Gojo
Geto stood in the way of the Jujutsu Kaisen as their strongest enemy, but in the end, he was defeated by Okkotsu's suicidal attack and left on the brink of death. It was his longtime friend, Gojo, who dealt the final blow. The fact that Gojo, rather than the protagonist Okkotsu, was given the final honors at the end must have left a lasting impression on many Jujutsu Kaisen fans.
Nanako and Mimiko
They are members of the Geto faction, led by Geto. They are characters with particularly memorable outfits in the story, and many readers of Volume 0 likely have a strong image of them. While they have surprisingly few screentimes, they play an important role in the story, explaining Geto's thoughts and what makes him so appealing, so it's definitely worth keeping an eye on them.
No combat scenes!?
Despite their important roles, there are no detailed descriptions of their combat in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0." As a result, their fighting styles remain a mystery. Please watch the full series to find out more.
Miguel
He's a sorcerer of foreign origin who appears as part of Geto's group. He speaks broken Japanese and fights using ropes imbued with special curses. He's a sorcerer with a very unique fighting style, so he's sure to leave a lasting impression on many fans.
Fighting Gojo
Although Miguel may seem like a comic relief character at first glance, he repeatedly battles Gojo, one of the most powerful characters in the series, for extended periods of time, demonstrating his exceptional abilities as a sorcerer. He can be said to be a character particularly specialized in combat abilities among Geto's faction.
Summary
Did you enjoy this article? This time, we've introduced the characters appearing in "Jujutsu Kaisen 0." It's rare to find a character introduction article specifically focused on "Jujutsu Kaisen 0," even among the characters appearing in Jujutsu Kaisen, so we hope you enjoyed it. In addition to the characters introduced here, Jujutsu Kaisen 0 also features many other fascinating characters, so be sure to check out the movie!
