Ryomen Sukuna, the central antagonist in Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen series, has carved out a fearsome reputation as one of the most formidable and chilling villains of contemporary fiction.
His relentless clashes with Jujutsu sorcerers throughout the manga have cemented his identity as a force of nature, earning him the ominous title of the King of Curses.
In recent discussions among fans, Sukuna found himself compared to Dio Brando, the infamous antagonist from the beloved JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure anime.
This prompted fans to ponder and debate which of the two villains could claim the title of the ultimate ‘hater’ – a term often used to denote their capacity for malice and ruthlessness.
Sukuna vs. Dio – Exploring the Greatest Hatred
In a recent post on X by @JohnnySpittin, the notorious villains from Jujutsu Kaisen and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Ryomen Sukuna, and Dio Brando, were pitted against each other to determine who held the title of the ‘greatest hater.’
The original poster dubbed Dio as the ‘Greatest Hater in History,’ while Sukuna earned the moniker of the ‘Greatest Hater of Today.’ This reference stems from the recent Battle of the Strongest in the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, where the King of Curses confronts Satoru Gojo, revered as the Strongest sorcerer of the modern era.
The post on X brought together fans from both the Jujutsu Kaisen and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure fandoms, showcasing an unexpected harmony as they celebrated the infamous villains of their respective series.
The comparison between Sukuna and Dio sparked intrigue, given their dissimilarities beyond their roles as antagonists and their shared disdain for the protagonists in their stories.
Undoubtedly, Ryomen Sukuna and Dio Brando stand out as menacing and notorious villains within their narratives.
Throughout Jujutsu Kaisen, Sukuna demonstrates an intense hatred for protagonist Yuji Itadori, stopping at nothing to inflict suffering upon him.
Sukuna relishes in Yuji’s pain, seizing every opportunity to ridicule him, even refusing to acknowledge his growing strength and progression as a Jujutsu sorcerer. Instead, he consistently belittles Yuji, dismissing him as nothing more than a ‘brat.’
In contrast, Dio Brando harbors a deep-seated animosity toward the Joestar family in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. Despite being taken in and saved from poverty by the Joestars, Dio’s resentment towards Jonathan Joestar is unwavering.
He orchestrates various schemes to torment Jonathan, ultimately leading to devastating consequences, including the deaths of Jonathan’s father and eventually Jonathan himself.
Dio’s vendetta extends beyond Jonathan’s demise, as he continues to pursue the downfall of the Joestar bloodline across generations. Even after his demise, Dio’s influence persists through his follower Enrico Pucci, perpetuating his hatred and causing further turmoil for the Joestars.
Fans jokingly label Dio a ‘Generational Hater,’ highlighting his relentless pursuit of vengeance that transcends death itself.