Warning: SPOILERS for the Shinjuku Showdown Arc of Jujutsu KaisenOne of the aspects that has madeJujutsu Kaisenstand out among other shōnen mangas is its characters. Each of them has a particular personality that makes it easy for the audience to identify with them, as well as different special techniques that allow them to defeat powerful curses. However, with characters that have become symbols of power, like Satoru Gojo or Sukuna, it’s easy to overlook others, despite their well-defined traits and contributions toJujutsu Kaisen’s story.
Even though, while thinking ofJujutsu Kaisen’s strongest characters, the first options that comes to the viewer’s mind are Gojo, Yuji, or Yuta,there is another character who has become the favorite of many, not only for his assistance and skills, but for the ability he has to bring hope and shed a light on others and who has a unique record that makes him one of the most relevant sorcerers.
Aoi Todo Was Instrumental in Every Major Battle inJujutsu Kaisen
Todo Was the Best Ally to Yuji in Every Fight
Many viewers fail to notice thatAoi Todo was a force to be reckoned with inJujutsu Kaisen, being actually the only sorcerer who participated in defeating all three major villains in the story: Mahito, Kenjaku, and Sukuna. This is because he just played a supporting role in defeating Kenjaku by swapping Yuta with one of Mei Mei’s birds, which made possible a surprise attack on the villain without allowing him to counter and release his curses, which would have made the fight more difficult to win.
Likewise,if it weren’t for Todo, Yuji would have died fighting Mahito, where he put his life on the line, even losing his hand and cursed technique. Additionally, Todo was the bestsupporting character in the Shinjuku Showdown, saving the sorcerers from the Divine Flame, saving Yuji from being killed by Sukuna, and boosting his morale, sparking in him again his will to fight when he was mourning Choso’s death.
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Todo also aids Yuji by helping him land several black flashes on Sukuna and saving Hana after she launched her Jacob’s Ladder. This attack distracted Sukuna while Yuji activated his domain. So, without Todo’s contributions, Yuji wouldn’t have become so powerful and wouldn’t have been capable of defeating Sukuna in the end.
Todo’s Participation Guarantees A Shift in the Battles inJujutsu Kaisen
Todo Is Based on One of the Most Powerful Characters inBleachthat Represents Victory
After proclaiming himself as Yuji’s best friend and brother, Todo takes part in the fight against Hanami and later Mahito,showcasing with Yuji the best teamwork inJujutsu Kaisen. Unfortunately, he later was absent for a large part of the series, returning at nearly the end of the Shinjuku Arc in chapter 259 with a renovated and more effective Boogie Woogie, which caused many fans to claim that he should have entered the fight earlier.
Although it could be seen as a waste of Todo’s strength and an underappreciation of his character, the reason is because of the more lighthearted tone he sets in battles for his goofy personality, but mainly because his presence is meant to turn the tables of the battle in favor of the sorcerers, which was the roleJJK’s author envisioned for him. This was revealed by Akutami published inJujutsu Kaisen Official Fanbook, where he stated thatTodo’s aura of confidence and pride in combat is based onKenpachi Zaraki fromBleach.
Todo’s origins as a character came from the question, “What would Zaraki Zenpachi be like in Jujutsu?” At the end of the day, Gojo might be the strongest, but he’s not Zenpachi.
I use as a model the aura that Zenpachi emits from “If this guy is around, you won’t die (because he’s strong)," and change it for Todo to “If this guy is around, you won’t die (because with him everything is a comedy).” - Gege Akutami,Jujutsu Kaisen Official Fanbook
Todo, like Kenpachi, is a very reliable ally, but while the latter represents victory thanks to his unmatched power and strength,Todo is a bastion and an emotional anchoring point in the storybecause of his eccentric and fun side. This way, Todo didn’t fit in the dreadful and uncertain atmosphere at the start of the Shinjuku Showdown, since the best part about him is that he’s a character that brings Yuji a sense of safety. No matter where Todo was, the moment he appeared, his presence and motivational words made Yuji believe that everything was going to be okay.
Todo is One of the Most Underrated Characters inJujutsu Kaisen
Todo Falls Behind Other Characters in Popularity Despite his Relevant Role
Sadly, despite being a charismatic character,Todo isn’t as recognized by the audience as other sorcerers, only reaching 19th place in the last popularity poll ofthe series. Still, not only was Todo integral in every major fight inJujutsu Kaisen, but he was also responsible for many of the most iconic comedic relief moments in the series.
From his hilarious test question, “What kind of girls do you like?” to his obsession with the idol Takada and his brother by force, Yuji, Todo doesn’t fail to entertain viewers even in the most sorrowful moments. Nevertheless,Aoi Todo is undoubtedly unabashed and unique, but he deserves his spot as one of the strongest characters inJujutsu Kaisenbecause of his great relevance in pushing the story forward after every appearance.
Jujutsu Kaisen
Jujutsu Kaisenis a Japanese anime and manga series created by Gege Akutami. The story is set in a world where Cursed Spirits, born from negative human emotions, prey on humanity. It follows high school student Yuji Itadori as he becomes entangled in the world of Jujutsu Sorcery after swallowing a cursed talisman—Ryomen Sukuna’s finger—and becomes the host for one of the most powerful curses. Yuji joins the Tokyo Metropolitan Magic Technical College to learn how to combat curses while searching for the remaining fingers of Sukuna to exorcise him permanently.
