Summary
Yuji Itadori’s average nature in Jujutsu Kaisen really makes him relatable to the audience. His reactions mirror the viewer’s experience, creating a strong connection between him and the audience. Yuji’s hard work and unbreakable spirit proves that anyone can become a hero with the right mindset and dedication, giving viewers an admirable standard to aspire to in their own lives.
Jujutsu Kaisen presented as a protagonist who doesn't fit the unattainable heroic standard of perfection, and instead appears more like an ordinary person, but that's what makes it Yuji Itadori Among the incredibly powerful heroes in anime, it can be difficult for the average viewer to imagine themselves playing the powerful individuals they see on screen.
These characters are still fascinating to watch and in some ways, But certainly not everyone agrees. In an interview, Gege Akutami described Jujutsu Kaisen's protagonist, Yuji Itadori, as “a straightforward guy” and “a person with a flexible personality”. He expressed that he fully intended for Yuji to be an ordinary person thrust into a fantastical and unbelievable situation, who is forced to adapt to shocking circumstances.
“Another aspect of his versatility is his ability to react to things in the story from the reader’s perspective. When Itadori encounters something new, his reaction and the reader’s are often the same. For example, the setting of Culling Game may not be completely understandable to the reader, but if Itadori says “I really don’t understand,” the reader will think “Oh, it’s okay if I don’t understand everything,” which is very helpful.” – Gege Akutami
Akutami also emphasized Yuji's role as “a universal protagonist” in Jujutsu Kaisen, or someone that makes it easy for any reader to picture themselves in his role. Yuji is a perfect image of the literary “everyman” stereotype, the type of character that any reader can relate to and picture themselves in the context of the story, because he is pretty average.
Yuji's “average” nature actually makes him more relatable to the audience.
His reactions are similar to the way the viewer experiences the events unfolding on screen, creating a connection.
Yuji being “normal” is actually a strong pointIt's not a weakness, as it helps the reader feel more connected to him as a protagonist. Akutami also explains that Yuji's reactions to situations in the series mirror how most normal people would react, which only adds to his relatability and the viewer's connection to him. It's hard to imagine yourself in the shoes of the truly godlike heroes in the series, such as Gojo. Yuji is normal, but still an amazing hero, giving the reader someone to root for, someone who feels like them, and inspiring a greater connection to the story.
Anyone could find themselves in the same situation as Itadori, the unfortunate host of Sukuna. Yuji is a normal high school student, living a fairly normal life: spending time with friends and family, going to school, and pursuing normal hobbies. However, he finds himself in the midst of a truly unexpected situation and must make a split-second choice that will determine the rest of his life. He chooses the path of heroism, eating one of Sukuna's fingers to save his friends and Megumi, unaware of the potential consequences that this seemingly harmless act will bring.
Yuji begins his journey to become a wizard as the least experienced student at Jujutsu High School.
He had to work hard to catch up with his comrades, as most of them had a strong advantage.
Unlike many other heroes, however, Yuji does not immediately have obvious superpowers or high levels of power from birth. He unlocks these abilities after eating Sukuna's finger and often has no control over how and when the Curse King chooses to manifest himself to the world. This sets him apart from other protagonists who show off their powers from the start and are capable of performing incredible feats, instantly destroying villains in the blink of an eye. Itadori is An ordinary high school student with a centuries-old curse lurking within his body, a dilemma that he had to handle with great care.
As Akutami explained, Yuji's reactions are very much in line with what the audience thinks and how a normal person might react to terrifying situations involving supernatural curses. He shows fear, horror, and confusion at times, trying his best to hone his newfound powers but faced setbacks and physical injuries along the way. Many other mages around him, such as Gojo and Megumi, surpassed him in skill, and it was not easy for him to catch up to those around him and hone his techniques. Yuji lost battles, saw his friends die before his eyes, and was severely injured by the most vicious of villains.
Yuji proves that almost anyone can become a hero with the right mindset and dedication.
He may be “average,” but his tenacity and dedication are anything but ordinary.
Despite all the obstacles, Yuji remains persistent and determined, never giving up on his devoted dream of protecting innocent people from curses. His grandfather's dying words urged him to become a brave protector, and he never forgot this goal throughout Jujutsu Kaisen. Although he is somewhat disadvantaged, not born with incredible strength, lacking in natural talent, and average in most aspects, His hard work and unwavering spirit took him further. more than a superpower. Even Sukuna comments on how “unbreakable” Yuji is, a trait that defines his nature and determination.
While Yuji is the most normal character in the series and easy for viewers to project themselves onto and react to, that doesn't mean he's a blank slate with no defined personality traits. Yuji is intelligent, bold, courageous, and fiercely determined, bolstered by his love for others and his grandfather's encouragement to save people from harm at all costs. He's average in that he wasn't born a superhuman, but His persistence is unusual.gives viewers a standard to aspire to. Yuji Itadori is living proof that even the most ordinary person can become a hero, giving Jujutsu Kaisen's story a truly inspiring quality.