On Thursday, March 7, 2024, along with the buzz surrounding chapter 253 spoilers and raw scans, there was an additional revelation that stirred up the excitement among fans of Jujutsu Kaisen: the leaked cover of volume 26 featuring none other than Satoru Gojo. As these volume leaks have historically been as reliable as the leaks for individual chapters, fans were naturally eager to catch a glimpse of this new development.

However, the initial thrill of seeing the Jujutsu Kaisen volume 26 cover featuring Gojo was quickly overshadowed by disappointment. This disappointment stemmed from author and illustrator Gege Akutami’s portrayal of Gojo on the cover.

It’s widely known that Akutami isn’t particularly fond of Gojo as a character, despite Gojo enjoying immense popularity among fans. This sentiment seems to be reflected in the depiction of Gojo on the latest volume cover.

Indeed, many fans found the rendition of Gojo on the cover of Jujutsu Kaisen volume 26 to be lacking, to say the least. Some even went as far as suggesting that Gege may have forgotten how to draw Gojo altogether.

While such claims might be exaggerated and overly critical, there’s no denying that Gojo’s appearance on the volume 26 cover leaves something to be desired from an artistic standpoint.

Fan Reactions to the Depiction of Gojo on the Cover of Jujutsu Kaisen Volume 26

As expected, fans have found the rendition of Gojo on the cover of Jujutsu Kaisen volume 26 to be downright hilarious, sparking a flurry of jokes and memes on the matter. There’s something undeniably off about the way Gege Akutami depicted Gojo, and fans are having a field day poking fun at it.

Many fans are taking this as further evidence of Gege’s apparent disdain for Gojo, especially considering the character’s widespread popularity. While most mangaka would typically lean into the favoritism of such a beloved character, Gege seems to be delighting in doing the opposite, almost as if out of sheer spite for Gojo.

It’s worth noting, however, that all currently available scans and images of the Jujutsu Kaisen volume 26 cover are of notably low quality. While this might not significantly affect the artwork itself, it could exacerbate the uncanny appearance of Gojo, making him seem even more removed from his familiar portrayal in the story.

Fortunately, high-quality scans of the volume covers usually become available shortly after the initial leaks, offering fans a clearer view of the artwork. Nevertheless, many fans have already embraced the idea that Gege might have either forgotten how to draw Gojo or intentionally rendered him in such a peculiar manner.

The prevailing fan reaction seems to be one of lighthearted mockery, with many fans simply finding amusement in the situation rather than being genuinely upset by it. However, there are also those who are taking a more serious stance, voicing concerns over Gege’s treatment of Gojo as a character. This sentiment isn’t entirely surprising, given Gojo’s immense popularity and the anticipation surrounding his potential return in the series.

While the intensity of these reactions may be influenced by fans’ attachment to Gojo, it’s evident that a significant portion of the fanbase is dissatisfied with how the character has been portrayed in recent developments.