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Gege Akutami
Gege Akutami is the creator of the hit manga series Jujutsu Kaisen. This action-packed dark fantasy story has gained a huge following. If you enjoy intense battles and supernatural adventures, you'll want to check out their work.
Jujutsu Kaisen 0
Synopsis
Yuta Okkotsu is haunted by the vengeful spirit of his childhood friend, a powerful curse that lashes out at anyone who gets too close. To control this deadly power, he joins the Tokyo Jujutsu High School under the guidance of the eccentric Satoru Gojo. This prequel explores Yuta's struggle to find a reason to live while learning to exorcise the monsters hidden in plain sight.
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Characters
Yuta OkkotsuProtagonist
Rika OrimotoSupporting
Satoru GojoSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Does this book need to be read before starting the main series?
While it functions as a prequel, it introduces key characters and world-building elements that provide essential context for later arcs in the main series. Many readers find it beneficial to experience this story before reaching the Shibuya Incident arc to fully appreciate the character dynamics and history.
Is there a film adaptation of this story?
A feature-length animated film adaptation exists, which was produced by Studio MAPPA and released in 2021. The film is considered canon and expands upon the original manga narrative with additional scenes involving key supporting characters.
What was the original title of this work?
This material was originally published in 2017 as a short series titled Tokyo Metropolitan Curse Technical School. It was later retitled and collected into a single volume to serve as a prologue after the main series gained popularity.