Satoru Gojois revered for his overwhelming power as the strongest sorcerer inJujutsu Kaisen. Many view his strength as his defining trait, however, it’s his vulnerability and depth of character that truly make him the most compelling character. Despite his god-like power, Gojo is a character defined by the connections he makes, particularly with Suguru Geto, who grounded him in his humanity.
Due to his unmatched abilities, Gojo’simpressive strength often leaves him as an isolated figure. As a solitary character, Satoru Gojo is able to wield his power rather freely with little to no restraint. However, Suguru Geto’s significance in Gojo’s life brings out his humanity, leaving him vulnerable to strategic attacks like Kenjaku’s exploit in Shibuya. Despite Gojo’s god-like power, it means nothing when faced with the aspects of his humanity.
Satoru Gojo’s Power Is Impressive But His Weakness Makes Him Compelling
The Loneliness of the “Strongest”
Gojo has been said to be in his element when he is alone, further establishing his place as a god among men. He comes off as arrogant at times, humorous, caring for his students, andyet often detached from those around him. When he sets himself apart from others, Gojo is unburdened by attachments or emotions that can cloud his judgment and give him greater control over his power. This is the painful conclusion he came to after the failure of the Plasma Vessel mission and being almost killed by Toji.
Due tohis higher stature among other sorcerers, Gojo often has carefree confidence, and his assuredness often borders with arrogance. Gojo’s outward attitude and distinct separation from others are what make him an untouchable figure who is unbounded by vulnerabilities that his enemies may attempt to exploit. However, Gojo is unable to maintain this composed imagewhen Kenjaku uses Geto to break through his emotional defenses. Had Kenjaku taken any other route, Gojo never would have been sealed.
Geto Represents the Humanity Gojo Discarded
Kenjaku Sealed Gojo Away By Exploiting The Only Soft Spot In His Defenses
While Gojo’s detachment enhances his strength, Suguru Geto is the only one capable of breaking through the armor Gojo built around himself. If Gojo’s god-like power is a reflection of his strength, it can be comparable to saying thatGeto is a reflection of Gojo’s humanity. Their bond grounded Gojo and gave him the opportunity to experience life with someone who viewed him as an equal rather than an untouchable powerhouse.
Geto’s influence on Gojoadds a layer of complexity to his characterand later becomes his only weakness. During the Shibuya Incident, Kenjaku’s use of Geto’s body momentarily stirred emotions that Gojo was unable to suppress, breaking the detached persona that he relied upon in battle. This calculated manipulation ultimately proved that for all his power,Gojo’s only weakness was an emotional vulnerabilitythat only Geto was capable of exposing. It is this aspect of Gojo’s character that truly adds to his complexity by displaying his heart overriding his will to continue fighting, even if only for a moment.
Gojo Is More Than a God-Like Figure
His Humanity Makes Him The Most Compelling Character in the Series
Gojo’s exceptional abilities had set him apart since he was a child, placing him on a pedestal among all sorcerers. However, his bond with Getogranted him a sense of humanityand closeness to another person that he hadn’t experienced with anyone else, filling a void of loneliness that plagued Gojo. This is later reflected in the bond he creates with his students, going as far as entrusting to them the future of the world.
Beyond that, Geto’s own powerful abilities showed Gojo from a young age that power comes in many forms. This experience drives Gojo to see the potential in his students, and hegenuinely believes that their power could rival his owndespite the pedestal he’s been put on. While Gojo may act carefree, confident, and playful, particularly with his students, it serves as an emotional shield and exposes the greatest aspect of his character.
Gojo has become a modern anime icon, mostly because of his “cool factor” and the many highlight moments the series has given him. However, the character’s appeal goes deeper than that. By the end of the series, is clear that Gojo - just like Sukuna - represents the loneliness of those who are born superior to others. However, unlike Sukuna, Gojo was able to form bonds by making himself “weak”. While this may have led to his demise,Gojo’s struggles with his humanityand his ultimate acceptance of his weakness make him the most compelling character inJujutsu Kaisen.
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.
