- By Piyali Bhadra
- Fri, 07 Jul 2023 02:47 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
'Jujutsu Kaisen' is one of the most renowned and loved anime series. The makers of the manga series have returned with season 2 in action and kicked off with a band. 'Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2' has taken its fans back in time with a prequel story diving deep into the origins of the jujutsu sorcerers.
The first episode of the series was released recently which had intense action, mind-bending curses, and introduction to several new characters. The episode begins with Suguru Getou reflecting on his early days as a jujutsu sorcerer and has set the tone of the journey to be filled with exorcisms and curses.
As the story goes ahead and unfolds its covers, fans are then introduced to Mei and Utahime, finding themselves trapped inside the cursed barrier. However, the duo then devise a plan and escape the spirit eventually.
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However, one of the highlights of the episode was the chemistry between the young Satoru Gojou and his friends. The episode gives a glimpse of Gojou's bratty and carefree nature adding a lightness to the intense story and also dives into the discussions related to the philosophies and ideologies of each character, thus providing them with motivations to go ahead and protect the non-sorcerers.
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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 1
Diversed and inspired direction with amazing perspective that adds more layers. Goofy, somewhat deformed faces leading more to the SoL feel of an arc. 3D usage with blender support as noteable of Shota Goshozono's work and Gojo! pic.twitter.com/L5DlbIEHSx
However, the first episode received a mixed response from its fans, while some praised the direction and animation style of the series. Many also focused on the expressions and character movements as the visual prowess captured the essence of the manga series.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 1 pic.twitter.com/FaewlNGaOE
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On the other hand, some expressed their disappointment over the new art and found the series to be depressing but have faith in the upcoming episodes in line. The first episode ends with a cliffhanger, raising the curiosity and excitement for the next episode's release.
your honour, you don't understand - I don't just want more episodes of jujutsu kaisen, I NEED THEM RIGHT NOW BECAUSE SEASON 2, EPISODE 1 FELT LIKE FIVE MINUTES#JujutsuKaisen #JujutsuKaisenSeason2 pic.twitter.com/fAtKmQm1wR
— Isha Bassi (@Isha_Bassi) July 6, 2023
Overall the start of the series managed to captivate the essence of the show and has an eccentric storytelling format with stunning animation and character dynamics which left the fans craving for the next installment already.