Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 15 Review: In Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 15, Toji Fushiguro arrives and leaves everyone astounded with his sheer strength. The fourteenth episode titled “Fluctuations Part 2” of the anime series premiered on November 2, 2023. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 (呪術廻戦 or Sorcery Fight) is directed by Sunghoo Park, the show is animated under MAPPA Studio. With Sayaka Koiso and Tadashi Hiramatsu designing the characters, Yoshimasa Terui is the sole composer of the series. Tatsuya Kitani performed the opening theme, Where Our Blue Is (青のすみか), while Soushi Sakiyama performed the ending theme, Light (燈).
The anime is scheduled for two cours, the first five episodes adapted the manga’s Hidden Inventory arc, and the upcoming eighteen other episodes will showcase the Shibuya arc. Licensed under Crunchyroll, the episodes will be available with English subtitles, and the dubbed version will be released later on.
Based on the manga series of the same name by Gege Akutami, the story follows high school student Yuji Itadori as he joins a secret organization of Jujutsu Sorcerers in order to kill a powerful Curse named Ryomen Sukuna, of whom Yuji becomes the host. However, the new season will consist of various aspects of the story which the audience has been wondering about. Each episode has a runtime of 20-25 minutes.
-Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 15 Review Contains No Spoilers-
The new episode is yet another exciting watch from MAPPA studios who continue to produce impressive visuals. With Toji Fushihuro back in action, the plot becomes further thickens and revisits old relationships. Moreover, the dangerous foe hiding behind the shadow is finally free and ready to cause more calamities as he freely wanders about.
Apart from the rapid plot progression, there are many instances in the episode that add depth and nuance to relationships which were not explored before. Even after Geto’s death, the character remains significant to the plot and influences the story in different ways. His adopted children, Mimiko and Nanako, showcase the bond that they shared which provides a better perspective of the character that previously remained unknown.
Moreover, the villains in the series are extremely complex yet simple. Their motivations and inhibitions stem from past traumas which leads them to commit grave crimes. However, their main goal remains the same and will do anything to achieve it. From their point of view, what they do is the right path and they have enough reasons to think in that particular way.
Nevertheless, the series includes what it is most known for, epic battle sequences. The elaborate fight between Toji and Dagon is certainly the highlight of the episode. Starting from Toji’s cold entry to his fighting Dagon with no care in the world, showcasing his godly strength is an instant serotonin boost. Each frame is meticulously created to capture the glorious battle, bringing Akutami’s vision to life.
One of the most engaging aspects of the plot is shock value moments displaying raw ruthlessness that will send chills down your spine. The creators know exactly when the audience is at their most vulnerable and hit them with the most unexpected twists. A lot is happening in the new episode and it is only wise to keep up with it for a good understanding of the story.
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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 15 Review: Final Thoughts
The new episode is filled with exciting and suspenseful moments that will keep the audience on their toes throughout. Not a moment exists that is insignificant to the plot and wastes no time in getting to the point. Moreover, the articulated battle scenes containing no motivations, only the display of power is a refreshing aspect of the series. The story continues to build, keeping the audience awaiting ecstatically for the next.
Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 39 is now streaming on Crunchyroll. Did you watch the series? Let us know in the comments below!
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