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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 18: Yuji’s heartbreak continues as Mahito kills Nanami

As the Shibuya Incident comes to a close It's starting to be clear Yuji isn't going to be the same. Yuji has always been kindhearted raised by his grandfather to be caring for others. In contrast, Mahito hates humanity and uses them like toys, turning them into "Transfigured Humans." Nanami describes him as being "extremely … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 18: Yuji’s heartbreak continues as Mahito kills Nanami →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 16: Sukuna humbles Jogo

I think I say this every week but Jujutsu Kaisen's animation keeps getting better each episode. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 16, "Thunderclap," is MAPPA at it's best. The episode is entirely action feature the fight between Megumi and his father Toji, and the fight between Jogo and Sukuna. One thing I've come to expect … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 16: Sukuna humbles Jogo →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 15: Toji bares his fangs at Dagon

Toji Fushiguro invades Dagon's Domain Expansion, dominating the Special Grade curse is epic fashion. In Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 15, "Fluctuations, Part 2," Toji snatches the Playful Cloud from Maki. Armed with a weapon that relies on the raw power of the user, Toji overwhelms Dagon. He's able to destroy Dagon's shikigami, his water … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 15: Toji bares his fangs at Dagon →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 14: Nanami, Naobito, and Maki face Dagon

Mei Mei and Ui Ui vs The Smallpox Deity I've been excited to witness Mei Mei fighting prowess and while we don't get to see her fight against Kenjaku, her brief fight against the Smallpox Deity shows her skills on display. Mei Mei unlike Gojo had to struggle with a mediocre Innate Technique; Black Bird … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 14: Nanami, Naobito, and Maki face Dagon →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 13: Choso and Yuji battle to the death

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 13, "Red Scale," is entirely the fight between Yuji Itadori and Choso. So far in this arc each episode has tried to shift between the numerous fights occurring at once. Focusing on the fight between these two exclusively was a wise choice. When Yuji enters Shibuya Station, Choso begins his … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 13: Choso and Yuji battle to the death →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 12: An enraged Nanami dominates Haruta

With Gojo sealed, Grade 1 sorcerers Kento Nanami and Mei Mei take center stage. In Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, episode 12, "Dull Knife," Nanami brutalizes a cowardly Haruta Shigemo, Mei Mei faces a special grade disease cursed spirit Smallpox Deity, Toji returns, and Yuji faces a vengeful Choso. Nanami verses Haruta Nanami finds Kiyotaka Ijichi … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 12: An enraged Nanami dominates Haruta →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 11: Toji returns

In Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 11, "Summon," Toji Fushiguro is summoned by cursed user Ogami, meanwhile, Yuji and Megumi battle a nearly invincible opponent. Yuji, Ino, and Megumi are tasked with destroying a curtain keeping jujutsu sorcerers out of Inner Shibuya. Yuji first tries to use his massive strength to break the curtain with … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 11: Toji returns →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 10: Team Nanami prepare to fight  

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 10, "Pandemonium," starts with the Kokichi Muta revealing that he had an "insurance," plan if he was killed before the Shibuya incident. Mechamaru appears as a small circular ear device that Yuji immediately tries to destroy. He fails and is eventually is convinced that Mechamaru is on their sides. Mechamaru … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 10: Team Nanami prepare to fight   →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 9: Gojo gets sealed

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 9, "The Shibuya Incident - Gate Open," sees Geto's plan to capture Gojo reach it's completion. When Gojo gets to show off his power it's a sight to behold. The strongest Sorcerer in the modern era, begins to adapt to the plan. Gojo faces Jogo and Hanami after removing his … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 9: Gojo gets sealed →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 8: Gojo gets ready to battle

In Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 8, "The Shibuya Incident" the enemies have lowered a series of curtains to separate the sorcerers into groups and isolate Gojo from the rest. He arrives on BF3 of the Hikarie Building which is filled with hundreds of trapped civilians. Gojo deduces some of the enemies plans and decides … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 8: Gojo gets ready to battle →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 7: Bring Satoru Gojo

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 7, "Evening Festival" concludes the fight between Mahito and Mechamaru, and begins the Shibuya arc. Mechamaru takes aim at Mahito, he does little damage but manages to force Mahito to flee. Mechamaru's psychical attacks don't target Mahito soul. The curse spirit transforms into a fish to avoid damage from the … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 7: Bring Satoru Gojo →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 6: Mechamaru is the traitor

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 6, "It's Like That," is beginning of the Shibuya Incident Arc that starts off slowly. Yuji, Megumi, and Nobara consider going shopping or going to a movie. A girl from Yuji's past, Yuko Ozawa, as Nobara if Yuji is taken. She went to Middle School with him. Yuji and Megumi … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 6: Mechamaru is the traitor →

One Piece Episode 1073 and 1074: Luffy and Kiado continue to fight as Onigashima burns

In One Piece episode 1073 and 1074, Luffy and Kiado's fight rages on. The Yonko laments the destruction his crew has suffered. Most of his top officers have been defeated and his castle has been destroyed. Meanwhile, Luffy considers using lightning bolts to defeat Kaido. Inside the Skull Dome, the fire spreads separating and trapping … Continue reading One Piece Episode 1073 and 1074: Luffy and Kiado continue to fight as Onigashima burns →

One Piece Episode 1072 – Luffy confuses Kaido with Gear 5

In One Piece Episode 1072, Kaido deduces that Luffy "Awakened," his Paramecia power but finds it strange that Luffy's appearance has change. This is a common effect of the Zoan devil fruits but not Paramecia. Kaido swallows Luffy but it backfires when Luffy begins to bounce around his insides. He inflates himself within Kaido's body … Continue reading One Piece Episode 1072 – Luffy confuses Kaido with Gear 5 →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 5: Premature Death

Throughout Jujutsu Kaisen Hidden Inventory arc Gojo Satoru and Geto Suguru have been shown as having two different views on strength and it's value in society. Both understood that they were more powerful but disagreed with what they should do for the weak. Gojo was the more arrogantly of the two having very little concern … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 5: Premature Death →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 4: Hidden Inventory Part 4

The final episode of the Hidden Inventory, Jujutsu Kaisen arc, sees Geto Suguru face Toji Fushiguro. Will he fare better than Gojo? In the last episode Riko agrees to live her life and leave Tengen, however, Toji shoots her in the head. Enraged and a little heartbroken, Geto releases two cursed Spirits, Rainbow Dragon and … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 4: Hidden Inventory Part 4 →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 3: Hidden Inventory Part 3

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 3, "Hidden Inventory Part 3," is the episode I think JJK fans have been waiting for. Satoru Gojo has been the untouchable, unbeatable powerhouse from this series beginning. Witnessing him being bested by any one would be a joy to watch. Toji Fushiguro has become a stand out character in … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 3: Hidden Inventory Part 3 →

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 2: Hidden Inventory Part 2

In Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 episode 2: Hidden Inventory Part 2, Toji and Shiu Kong discuss his plans for dealing with Gojo. Toji knows that he won't stand a chance against Gojo head to head. Instead he'll "wear him down," but he doesn't elaborate. Before he leaves, Shiu Kong asks Toji how's Megumi's doing? Toji … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 2: Hidden Inventory Part 2 →

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 11

The final episode of Demon Slayer Season 3, Episode 11 titled "The Connected Bonds: Daybreak And First Light," marked a turning point in the series as Nezuko is revealed to be more special than we thought. Nezuko, Genya, and Tanjiro continue to chase the annoying and illusive Hantengu. Still hobbled by the an earlier encounter, … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 11 →

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 10

Mitsuri Kanroji takes center stage in Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 10, "Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji." The Love Hashira has been a standout among many fans particularly due to her colorful look and boob window. We had glimpses into her fighting style and her unique blade. Mitsuri rushes to rescue Nezuko and … Continue reading Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 3, Episode 10 →