Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 220 has shed light on the tragic truth behind Satoru Gojo’s imprisonment and his loneliness. Despite his extraordinary ability to isolate himself from his enemies with the Mukagen technique, the same power keeps him disconnected from forming deep connections with others. The chapter also revealed that Satoru’s ultimate enemy is his loneliness and it threatens to consume him.
In the chapter, Satoru expresses his hope to teach his students and not leave anyone behind, but this statement feels melancholic since his students have not yet been able to break him free from his imprisonment. Although Yuji Itadori, Yuta Okkotsu, and Maki Zenin have ideas on how to rescue him, it is not an easy task as Satoru’s true enemy is not Sukuna or Kenjaku, but his loneliness.
The exploration of Satoru’s loneliness adds a deeply emotional and human layer to the story of Jujutsu Kaisen, making his character more relatable and empathetic. This struggle resonates with the audience as they can connect with Satoru’s battle against himself. Satoru’s love for his students and desire to protect them from loneliness may have inadvertently led them down the same path, as seen with Yuji’s transformation after Sukuna possesses Megumi.
Satoru’s closest friends, Suguru Geto and Shoko Ieiri, have also been lost to his loneliness, which makes his fight against it more tragic and real. Moreover, the chapter also revealed that Kenjaku intends to make everyone in the Culling Game die except for himself and Megumi, which will make it even harder for Satoru in the future.
In conclusion, Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 220 offers a deep and meaningful exploration of Satoru Gojo’s internal battle with loneliness and serves as a reminder that even the strongest among us are not immune to struggles. It adds a layer of humanity and emotion that resonates strongly with the audience and makes them relate to Satoru’s character. As the story unfolds further, it remains to be seen if Satoru will emerge victorious in his fight against his true enemy.
