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Characters’ deaths have always been a touchy subject for anime fans, sparking debates that explore the balance between high-stakes storytelling and the emotional impact the characters have on the audiences. Some authors mercilessly kill off their characters to add depth to the plot, while others try to avoid the extreme path to maintain a brighter tone in the series. Recently, a heated debate ignited between One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen fans as they discussed the contrast between the two mangaka’s ways of storytelling.
This specific debate has emerged in light of the recent spoiler ofJujutsu Kaisenchapter 267, where Gege Akutami has teased Nobara Kugisaki’s return. As her status was left ambiguous all this time, now these two fandoms are clashing over her implied “fake death”, withOne Piecefans accusingJujutsu Kaisenof falling into the same trope that Akutami had previously avoided.
Ongoing Argument BetweenOne PieceandJujutsu KaisenFans
The Shibuya Incident arc was one of the deadliest phases inJujutsu Kaisen‘s history.Mahito’s attackon Nobara left fans stunned, as her gruesome injuries seemed to indicate her demise. With no follow-up regarding her fate, fans were left in mourning, expecting that her death was yet another example of Gege Akutami’s willingness to kill their characters.
However, recent chapters have teased that Nobara is coming back for the final stage of the manga. Her survival sparked hope amongJujutsu Kaisenreaders but also prompted mockery over the fake-out death pulled by Akutami, especially fromOne Piecefans.
#ONEPIECE1124If Gege wrote one piecepic.twitter.com/VofiT9melE
However, theJujutsu Kaisenfans weren’t going to let this slide. InOne Piece, Eiichiro Oda has built a reputation for faking the deaths of some major characters as well, only to reveal them alive later on.
Nuh uhUsing One Piece to talk about fake deaths is crazy afpic.twitter.com/u6Ggj3wBp2
One piece is literally the king of fake out deaths bro💀💀
If Gege wrote One Piece 3/4 of the Straw Hats would be dead
Using one piece to dunk on fake death is crazy
Unironically the most recent one piece chapter.pic.twitter.com/vsEz4HF0PC
So how one piece… A anime of 1000+ episodes only has flashback characters dead, how are not even more than 30 characters dead 🤦🏾♂️💀 one piece really is Disney
One Piececharacters like Pell, Saul, Pound, and even Kin’emon have “died” in dramatic fashion, only to return unscathed, leaving fans questioning whether any death in the series is truly final. So, whenJujutsu Kaisenteased Nobara’s return, someOne Piecefans saw an opportunity to criticizeJujutsu Kaisenfor potentially falling into the same pattern of fake deaths.
What Happened to Kugisaki Nobara in Jujutsu Kaisen After her Fight with Mahito?
Jujutsu Kaisen fans argue that Nobara’s situation is different from Oda’s repeated staged deaths since it adds to the mystery surrounding her condition. Gege Akutami has never explicitly confirmed her death, leaving readers to speculate about what happened to her. They argue that if she returned, it wouldn’t be a phony death but rather the continuation of a skillfully crafted plot that was intentionally left open-ended.
The Contrast in Narrative Approach BetweenOne PieceandJujutsu Kaisen
At the heart of this debate is the question of narrative stakes. Survival can carry a great deal of emotional weight in darker series likeJujutsu Kaisen, where death seems frequent.Gege Akutami‘s world is unforgiving, and their characters carry the emotional scars of their losses. Thus, Nobara’s potential comeback could be interpreted as a fresh take on the story, as the series rarely brings dead characters to life.
On the other hand,One Pieceis built on adventure, friendship, and the dream of achieving the impossible. While characters like Ace andWhitebeard’s deathcarry monumental plot significance,Eiichiro Oda’s approach to death often reflects the idea that life and dreams persist, even in the face of overwhelming odds.
Jujutsu Kaisen Fans Brace Themselves For The Worst Ending as Gege Akutami Gets Extremely Close to End the Manga
In the end, the ongoing debate concerning Nobara’s comeback betweenOne PieceandJujutsu Kaisenfans is a conflict between two opposing narrative ideologies.One Pieceembraces the idea of hope and survival, often allowing its characters to cheat death to continue their adventures. In contrast, the harsh reality of loss and the burden it places on those who survive is what feedsJujutsu Kaisen‘s growth.
One PieceandJujutsu Kaisenis currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.
Moumita Chakraborty
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Moumita Chakraborty is a seasoned Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 900 published articles. Passionate about the vibrant world of Japanese anime, she brings sharp analytical skills and cultural insight to every piece. From dissecting intricate plotlines to spotlighting the latest trends and releases, Moumita’s work resonates with both casual fans and seasoned otakus. Her writing aims to connect with fellow anime enthusiasts while contributing meaningfully to the ever-growing anime community.
