Satoru Gojo
五条悟
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Personal Description | |
Nihongo | 五条悟 |
Vital Information | |
Alias | The Strongest Blindfolded Idiot (By Maki) |
Gender | Male |
Hair Color | White |
Eye Color | Light Blue |
First Appearance | |
Manga Debut | Chapter 0-1 Chapter 1 (Voice and Cover Only) Chapter 2 |
Anime Debut | Episode 1 |
Japanese Voice | Yuichi Nakamura Mariya Ise (Child) |
English Voice | Kaiji Tang Cristina Vee (Child) |
Satoru Gojo(五条悟,Gojō Satoru) is one of the main protagonists of theJujutsu Kaisenseries. As a special grade jujutsu sorcerer, he is universally acknowledged as the strongest sorcerer in the world. Satoru is the pride of the esteemed Gojo Clan and the first individual in four centuries to inherit both the Limitless Technique and the Six Eyes, an extraordinary combination that cements his unrivaled status.
In addition to his immense power, Satoru serves as a teacher at Tokyo Jujutsu High, where he trains and mentors the next generation of jujutsu sorcerers, including Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki. Beyond teaching, Satoru uses his significant influence to challenge the corrupt systems within the jujutsu world and protect those under his care. His carefree and flamboyant personality often conceals his more serious and strategic nature, making him a multifaceted figure in the battle against curses.
Émile Durkheim
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Born |
David Émile Durkheim
15 April 1858 Épinal, France
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Died | 15 November 1917(aged 59)
Paris,France
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Nationality | French |
Alma mater | École Normale Supérieure |
Known for | Sacred–profane dichotomy Collective consciousness Social fact Social integration Anomie Collective effervescence |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies |
Institutions | University of Paris, University of Bordeaux |
Influences | Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill |
Influenced | Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1] |
Appearance
Satoru Gojo is a tall, lean, and muscular man in his late twenties, widely regarded as strikingly attractive due to his distinct facial features and confident demeanor. He has snow-white hair and the legendarySix Eyes, which are a vibrant, luminescent blue. Typically, Satoru covers his eyes with a black blindfold, which props up his hair into a spikier style. When dressing casually, he swaps the blindfold for sunglasses and lets his hair fall naturally to the base of his neck.
In his standard work attire, Satoru wears a sleek dark blue zip-up jacket with a broad, high collar, slim-fit black pants, and black dress boots. Prior to adopting his iconic blindfold, he used to wear bandages over his eyes. Known for his sense of style, Satoru enjoys wearing expensive clothing and often pairs his sunglasses with various casual outfits. As a student at Tokyo Jujutsu High, Satoru wore the standard school uniform along with his trademark sunglasses, showcasing a simpler version of his current look.
During the Shinjuku Showdown Arc, Satoru abandoned his blindfold, revealing hisSix Eyesand allowing his hair to fall naturally. His outfit during this time consisted of a tight-fitting black shirt, white baggy training pants with a black belt threaded through the waist, and black martial arts slippers. This attire bore a resemblance to the clothing worn by Toji Fushiguro, highlighting their shared lineage of strength and skill.
Satoru Gojo as a child, showcasing his early charm and hinting at the immense potential that would define him as a sorcerer
Personality
Satoru Gojo is a complex and multifaceted individual. With his students, close colleagues, and friends, he adopts a laidback and playful demeanor, often engaging in humorous banter or teasing those around him. His carefree attitude and charisma make him a popular figure among his allies, especially his students, whom he cares for deeply.
However, Satoru’s lighthearted nature sharply contrasts with his cold and unsympathetic approach towards the sorcerer hierarchy and his enemies. He openly displays disdain for authority figures, such as Principal Gakuganji, showing blatant disrespect for their traditionalist views and the rigid structures of the jujutsu world. His interactions with enemies are often equally ruthless, as he prioritizes defeating threats over showing mercy.
This duality in Satoru’s personality—kind and supportive to those he values, yet harsh and uncompromising to those he opposes—highlights his strong sense of justice. While his seemingly carefree nature may disguise his deeper convictions, Satoru remains a calculated and unwavering figure in his fight to protect those he cares about and reshape the jujutsu world.
Arrogance and Complex Nature
Satoru Gojo is renowned for his unparalleled strength, but this has also led to an undeniable overconfidence in his abilities and reputation as the strongest sorcerer. Believing himself to be invincible, Satoru often evaluates others solely based on their strength, displaying apathy or indifference towards those he deems weak. His arrogance is deeply rooted in his immense power, and he openly acknowledges it, once proclaiming during his fight with Toji Fushiguro, “Throughout the Heavens and earth, I alone am the honored one.”
Satoru’s desire for power and superiority significantly influences his personality, making him appear self-assured to the point of conceit. While this arrogance often alienates him from others, it is not without justification, as his strength truly sets him apart from even the most elite sorcerers. However, Satoru is not entirely devoid of compassion. During his mission to protect Riko Amanai, one of the few “weak” individuals he grew to care for, he demonstrated genuine empathy and kindness. Unfortunately, his regret over Riko’s tragic death was overshadowed by his pride and exhilaration after perfecting his reverse cursed technique in his subsequent battle against Toji.
This blend of overwhelming power, arrogance, and occasional vulnerability makes Satoru a multifaceted character. While his pride often dominates his interactions, his capacity for compassion shows a more human side, even if it is frequently masked by his immense ego and self-perception as the strongest.
Abilities and Powers
Overall Skill Level
Satoru Gojo is universally recognized as the strongest jujutsu sorcerer, even among the elite ranks of special grade sorcerers. His overwhelming mastery of jujutsu is unparalleled, thanks to his immense reserves of cursed energy and his mastery of the Limitless Technique combined with the Six Eyes. These abilities grant him exceptional control, precision, and devastating offensive and defensive capabilities.
Few can rival Satoru’s skill and raw power. Among them, the only potential match is the King of Curses, Sukuna, whose strength and malevolence are legendary. Satoru’s reputation as an invincible sorcerer is a cornerstone of his character, and his abilities solidify his status as a seemingly unstoppable force in the jujutsu world.
- Master Hand-to-Hand Combatant: In addition to his immense levels of cursed energy, Satoru Gojo is an exceptionally skilled martial artist, capable of dominating close combat situations with his extraordinary physical prowess. According to a Q&A with Gege Akutami, Satoru’s hand-to-hand combat abilities are on par with the millennia-old Kenjaku when neither is using cursed energy, showcasing his raw physical talent and refined technique. Satoru demonstrated his combat expertise during his fight with Jogo, where he easily overpowered the curse in close quarters. His precise strikes targeted Jogo’s fatal spots, swiftly incapacitating him. Furthermore, Satoru effortlessly fought off both Jogo and Hanami simultaneously, countering their attacks and landing devastating blows that left them overwhelmed and unable to retaliate effectively. In his duel with Sukuna, the King of Curses, Satoru proved his superiority in martial arts. Sukuna, who had previously displayed impeccable combat skills by holding off both Yuji Itadori and Maki Zenin simultaneously, was consistently overwhelmed by Satoru’s relentless and precise attacks. Satoru’s mastery allowed him to clash with Sukuna even during their domain battles, inflicting lethal wounds that forced Sukuna’s Malevolent Shrine to collapse within three minutes, a testament to Satoru’s unparalleled skill in both technique and raw power.
- Immense Strength: Satoru Gojo possesses extraordinary physical strength, allowing him to overpower even the most powerful curses with ease. During his fight with Jogo, Satoru inflicted severe injuries using only his raw power. He delivered devastating punches, hurled Jogo a considerable distance with a single kick, ripped out his head and arm with brute force, and later tore apart Hanami’s roots just as effortlessly. Against transfigured humans, Satoru demonstrated his overwhelming might by tearing them limb from limb without relying on cursed energy. Satoru’s strength extends to incapacitating elite opponents with minimal effort. He defeated Uraume, one of Sukuna’s most formidable subordinates, with a single punch that caused lasting injuries even the use of Reverse Cursed Technique couldn’t fully heal. This left Uraume in significant pain, showcasing the sheer impact of Satoru’s attacks. During his climactic battle with Sukuna, Satoru’s strength was displayed on an unprecedented scale. Their clashes obliterated entire buildings, with Satoru dealing critical injuries to the King of Curses using martial arts alone—an achievement beyond the combined physical might of Yuji Itadori and Maki Zenin. With a single burst of Black Flash, Satoru inflicted significant damage to Sukuna, delivering a precise punch to the heart that temporarily knocked the King of Curses unconscious. Additionally, Satoru’s strength was sufficient to temporarily stun Mahoraga with just two well-placed punches. Satoru’s immense physical prowess, combined with his martial arts mastery, cements his status as a near-unstoppable force capable of overwhelming even the most durable and powerful opponents.
- Immense Speed & Reflexes: Satoru Gojo is an exceptionally fast fighter, capable of moving faster than the human eye can perceive. In his battle with Jogo, Satoru effortlessly outpaced the curse, delivering punches and kicks so swift they appeared almost imperceptible. He has also proven himself capable of reacting to and evading the attacks of Toji Fushiguro, an assassin renowned for his speed and precision. Satoru’s speed is further demonstrated by his ability to eliminate a thousand transfigured humans in just five minutes, showcasing both his agility and efficiency. Satoru’s reflexes are unparalleled, allowing him to outmaneuver even the most experienced opponents. He moved faster than Uraume, a seasoned and powerful sorcerer, could react, and nearly killed Kenjaku in an instant before Sukuna intervened. During his duel with the King of Curses, Satoru repeatedly outpaced Sukuna in hand-to-hand combat, forcing Sukuna onto the defensive and catching him off-guard on several occasions. Satoru’s speed proved instrumental in keeping Sukuna overwhelmed, even as he simultaneously engaged Mahoraga and Chimera Beast Agito alongside the King of Curses. This combination of immense speed and razor-sharp reflexes solidifies Satoru’s dominance in battle, making him nearly untouchable and capable of outclassing even the most formidable opponents with sheer agility and precision.
- Immense Endurance: Satoru Gojo possesses extraordinary endurance, allowing him to remain resilient even in the most dangerous situations. Despite rarely finding himself at a disadvantage, Satoru has demonstrated an overwhelming ability to withstand severe injuries and continue fighting. During his battle with Toji Fushiguro, Satoru was stabbed through the chest after deactivating his Infinity. Remarkably, he showed little pain and managed to reinforce his body with cursed energy to prevent further damage. Even after being impaled through the throat and savagely slashed across his body, Satoru survived the ordeal and used the life-threatening experience to unlock a deeper understanding of Reverse Cursed Technique, emerging more powerful than ever. Years later, during his clash with Sukuna, Satoru’s endurance reached even greater heights. When Sukuna’s Malevolent Shrine overwhelmed Satoru’s Unlimited Void, Satoru endured countless devastating slashes without succumbing. By using Reverse Cursed Technique at full capacity, he continuously healed his injuries instantaneously, showing no signs of pain or weakness despite the intense blood loss and relentless attacks. Satoru continued to fight with remarkable efficiency, eventually buying himself enough time to recover his Unlimited Void and resume the battle against the King of Curses. Satoru’s incredible resilience, combined with his mastery of Reverse Cursed Technique, underscores his near-invincibility and solidifies his status as the strongest sorcerer in the jujutsu world.
- Great Tactical Intellect: Satoru Gojo possesses remarkable tactical intellect, allowing him to analyze and adapt to his opponents’ strategies with minimal information. His keen understanding of cursed techniques and battle dynamics enables him to counter nearly any adversary he encounters. Satoru consistently demonstrates the ability to devise effective strategies in high-stress situations, even while fighting at blinding speeds and managing multiple tasks simultaneously. This was exemplified during his confrontation with Jogo, Hanami, Choso, and Mahito. Satoru skillfully managed to engage all four curses while protecting civilians, minimizing property damage, and evading their relentless attacks. His multitasking ability in combat is unparalleled, as he juggles multiple objectives without sacrificing efficiency or effectiveness. Satoru’s genius shines even brighter in his battle against Sukuna. When faced with Malevolent Shrine’s relentless sure-hit attacks, Satoru remained calm and developed a plan to outlast the assault. By maximizing his use of Reverse Cursed Technique, he healed himself in real-time while enduring Sukuna’s devastating strikes. Additionally, Satoru utilized Simple Domain to create an opening for recovery, eventually regaining his Unlimited Void. His ability to adapt his domain conditions to counter Sukuna was so advanced that it left Atsuya Kusakabe, a recognized expert in barrier techniques, astonished. Satoru’s unparalleled adaptability and strategic prowess make him not only a formidable fighter but also an exceptional tactician, capable of turning even the direst situations into opportunities for victory.
Cursed Energy Manipulation
Immeasurable Cursed Energy
Satoru Gojo is widely recognized within the jujutsu society as the strongest jujutsu sorcerer, a title earned due to his immense reserves of cursed energy. His cursed energy is so vast that he can perform feats far beyond the capacity of most sorcerers. While the average sorcerer can only use a Domain Expansion once per day, Satoru has enough cursed energy to perform it at least five times in a single day without significant strain.
Gojo’s mastery of cursed energy is equally impressive. He possesses precise control, enabling him to activate his Domain Expansion, Unlimited Void, in mere moments. His expertise also extends to utilizing Reverse Cursed Technique with ease, as well as combining positive and negative cursed energy seamlessly for more complex applications.
Satoru’s unmatched power is further amplified by his possession of two extraordinary abilities: the Six Eyes and the Limitless Technique. He is the first sorcerer in four centuries to inherit both, granting him unparalleled insight, efficiency, and control over his cursed energy. Together, these attributes cement Satoru Gojo as an invincible force within the jujutsu world.
Black Flash(黒閃,Kokusen)
Black Flash is a rare phenomenon that occurs when cursed energy is applied within 0.000001 seconds of a physical hit. This precise timing creates a spatial distortion, amplifying the destructive power of the strike by 2.5 times and causing the cursed energy to “flash” black.
Satoru Gojo successfully performed Black Flash during his climactic battle with Sukuna in Shinjuku, delivering a devastating strike that caught the King of Curses off guard. Although the exact number of times Satoru has performed Black Flash remains unknown, it is confirmed that he has used it at least four times. This demonstrates not only Satoru’s immense power but also his exceptional control and precision over cursed energy, solidifying his status as the strongest jujutsu sorcerer.
Inherited Technique
Limitless(無下限,Mukagen)
Limitless is an innate technique passed down within the Gojo family, forming the foundation of their unparalleled jujutsu abilities. At its core, Limitless grants the user near-absolute control over space by manipulating cursed energy at an atomic level. This precise manipulation allows for a range of powerful techniques and applications, making it one of the most versatile and devastating abilities in the jujutsu world.
The mastery of Limitless results in the development of multiple advanced techniques, each with unique effects, further showcasing the overwhelming potential of its users. As the first person in four hundred years to possess both the Limitless technique and the Six Eyes, Satoru Gojo has elevated this inherited ability to an unprecedented level.
Infinity(無限,Mugen)
Infinity is the neutral form of theLimitlesstechnique and is one of Satoru Gojo’s most iconic abilities. Commonly misunderstood as the power to “stop” objects, its true nature lies in its ability to infinitely slow down anything that approaches Satoru. When someone or something attempts to strike him, they instead interact with the infinity between themselves and Satoru, never actually making contact.
This concept is derived from the paradox of Achilles and the tortoise, as explained by Satoru himself. Much like how Achilles will never overtake the tortoise due to the infinite number of finite points between them, or how the real number one can never touch the real number two because of the infinite fractions separating them, Infinity ensures that nothing can touch Satoru unless he allows it. This convergence of an infinite series is the essence of the technique’s impenetrable defense.
Satoru’s mastery over Infinity gives him complete control over what does or does not touch him. He can selectively allow objects or individuals to bypass the barrier based on criteria such as mass, speed, or the level of threat they pose. This makes Infinity both an impenetrable defense and a versatile tool in combat, allowing Satoru to manage attacks with surgical precision while maintaining his unassailable position.
Cursed Technique Lapse: Blue(術式順転「蒼」,Jutsushiki Junten: Ao)
Cursed Technique Lapse: Blueis the amplified version of the neutral Limitless technique, achieved by combining the Limitless with negative cursed energy. This creates a powerful vacuum effect that manipulates the surrounding space. By generating a scenario where a negative space is introduced into the world, Blue forces reality to “correct” itself, resulting in a violent pull that brings all matter within its range together.
This gravitational-like force can be controlled with precision, allowing Satoru Gojo to manipulate his environment or opponents with devastating results. The overwhelming power of Blue showcases the immense destructive potential of the Limitless technique when augmented with Satoru’s mastery of cursed energy.
Cursed Technique Lapse – Maximum Cursed Energy Output: Blue(術式順転出力最大「蒼」,Jutsushiki Junten Shutsuryoku Saidai: Ao)
This is the maximum output of Satoru Gojo’sCursed Technique Lapse: Blue, where he creates a concentrated center of gravity within a designated space. This gravitational core exerts an overwhelming pull, attracting all matter in its vicinity and crushing it effortlessly, akin to the effects of a black hole.
Satoru can manipulate the point of gravity’s location at will, significantly enhancing its destructive potential. This mobility allows him to sweep through battlefields or focus devastating force on specific targets, making Blue an immensely powerful offensive tool when used at its peak.
Cursed Technique Reversal: Red(術式反転「赫」,Jutsushiki Hanten: Aka)
Cursed Technique Reversal: Redis the inverted counterpart of Blue, utilizing the principles of the Limitless technique in reverse. By applying his reverse cursed technique to invert the properties of Blue, Satoru Gojo generates an extremely powerful repulsive force. This force expels all matter in its vicinity with incredible intensity, effectively scattering or destroying anything in its path.
Unlike Blue, which pulls matter together, Red is powered by positive cursed energy and produces an explosive divergence of Infinity. This inversion doubles its destructive power compared to Blue, making Red one of Satoru’s most devastating and versatile techniques, capable of delivering overwhelming force to opponents or clearing massive areas.
Hollow Technique: Purple(虚式「茈」,Kyoshiki: Murasaki)
Hollow Technique: Purpleis an advanced application of the Limitless technique, achieved by combining the effects of Cursed Technique Lapse: Blue and Cursed Technique Reversal: Red. This collision of opposing forces creates an imaginary mass, a theoretical entity with immense destructive potential. Satoru Gojo launches this mass at his target, resulting in devastating damage that obliterates everything in its path.
This technique exemplifies Satoru’s mastery of cursed energy and Limitless, as it requires precise control and timing to execute. Purple is a rare and unparalleled offensive tool, showcasing the pinnacle of his destructive capabilities.
Trivia
According to the Jujutsu Kaisen Official Fanbook:
- Satoru Gojo’s favorite food is sweet things, reflecting his lighthearted and playful side despite his overwhelming power as a sorcerer.
- Enrollment Method: Satoru was enrolled at Tokyo Jujutsu High through his family lineage, as a member of the prestigious Gojo Clan.
- Hobbies: Satoru doesn’t have any specific hobbies, as he’s capable of doing almost anything with ease.