While Megumi's Domain Expansion remains "incomplete," its lack of a barrier is exactly what makes this fight so compelling. By using the physical space of the gymnasium as his canvas, Megumi forces Reggie into a game of literal and metaphorical weight. We see Megumi pushing the limits of his cursed energy, using the shadows not just to summon shikigami, but to manipulate the gravity of the encounter.
We see him moving away from his self-sacrificial tendencies and toward a more calculated, "greedy" style of fighting. We see him moving away from his self-sacrificial
Reggie has been a surprising antagonist. His "Contractual Re-creation" technique seemed goofy at first, but Chapter 172 shows how dangerous a seasoned sorcerer can be. The way he manages his resources—using everything from cars to house contracts—against Megumi’s shadows creates a back-and-forth that feels like a high-stakes chess match. The way he manages his resources—using everything from
The Culling Game continues to prove that Jujutsu Kaisen is as much about tactical brilliance as it is about raw power. In Chapter 172, Gege Akutami delivers a masterclass in environmental combat, pitting Megumi Fushiguro against the eccentric but deadly Reggie Star. The gym isn't just a backdrop
The gym isn't just a backdrop; it’s a weapon.
The literal weight Reggie feels while inside the Domain is a brilliant visual metaphor for Megumi’s overwhelming potential.
