Key Takeaways
- Mahito officially returns in Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7, hinting he’s trapped between life and death.
- The sequel is set 68 years after JJK’s finale, introducing new characters while teasing Yuji’s survival.
- Sukuna’s return could be next, as Modulo explores reincarnation and legacy themes.
Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Confirms Mahito’s Return
Gege Akutami’s world of curses is far from over. Just months after the original Jujutsu Kaisen manga concluded in 2024, the sequel series Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo has already stunned fans with the revival of one of its most iconic villains — Mahito.
In JJK Modulo Chapter 7, readers witness Mahito’s shocking reappearance, seemingly trapped in limbo between life and death. Once believed to be gone for good after being absorbed during the events of Shibuya, the sadistic curse now appears poised for a dark comeback.
This revelation has reignited excitement — and speculation — across the fandom, suggesting Modulo won’t just be a spiritual sequel, but a direct continuation of unfinished battles and lingering souls from the original saga.
A New Era, 68 Years Later
Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo takes place 68 years after Sukuna’s final battle, introducing a new generation of sorcerers. The story follows Tsurugi and Yuka Okkotsu, the grandchildren of Maki and Yuta, as they navigate a changed world shaped by the legacy of their ancestors.
Though the focus has shifted to new protagonists, Chapter 7 hints that the past continues to haunt the present. In a mysterious dream sequence, Tsurugi encounters Mahito, who cryptically mentions someone “not being him.” Many fans believe this refers to Yuji Itadori, strongly suggesting that Yuji is still alive somewhere — and that his unfinished story will soon intertwine with the new cast.
The Return of Yuji and What It Means
Mahito’s apparent search for Yuji opens the door to one of the most anticipated confrontations in JJK history — a rematch between Yuji Itadori and Mahito. During the original series, their battles were among the most psychologically charged, with Mahito embodying Yuji’s inner conflict about humanity and monstrosity.
If Yuji does return, it could redefine the meaning of “inheritance” in Modulo — not just through bloodlines, but through the lingering curses, regrets, and souls of the past.
As one character reflects in Chapter 7:
“The last time I faced this overwhelming defeat was… back then!” — Takeda, remembering Yuji.
Will Sukuna Return Too?
If Mahito can return, fans are already asking: Could Sukuna be next?
Sukuna’s death in the original manga ended with a rare moment of introspection — a wish to live differently if given another chance. Modulo might grant him that opportunity, perhaps through reincarnation or the mysterious power still tied to his final, unaccounted-for finger.
Gege Akutami has always played with the cyclical nature of curses and humanity. Reviving Sukuna, even partially, would reinforce the series’ exploration of legacy — and offer new moral dilemmas for the next generation of jujutsu sorcerers.
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What Gege Akutami Says About Modulo
In a comment shared alongside the manga’s launch, Akutami noted:
“This became the spark that gave rise to Mojuro (Modulo), which originally didn’t even have a single concrete idea. After numerous planning meetings, it finally came to life. This will be a short-term serialization, about half a year, collected in roughly three volumes.”
That statement confirms that Modulo will be a limited series, but one packed with significance — both as a sequel and as a farewell to the cursed world Akutami built over nearly a decade.
Where to Read Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo
Fans can read both the original Jujutsu Kaisen and the sequel Modulo for free on Manga Plus, where new chapters release weekly. JJK Modulo Chapter 8 is scheduled to drop on October 26, 2025, likely continuing Mahito’s cryptic storyline.
Conclusion: The Cursed World Lives On
Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo has quickly proven itself more than a nostalgic sequel — it’s an ambitious continuation of themes, spirits, and scars left behind by the original. With Mahito’s return, Yuji’s hinted survival, and the possibility of Sukuna’s rebirth, Akutami’s world of curses continues to evolve in haunting new ways.
For fans who thought Jujutsu Kaisen had reached its end, Chapter 7 just confirmed the opposite: the curse never truly dies — it only changes form.
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