5 Reasons Why Jujutsu Kaisen Is Better Than Demon Slayer (& 5 Reasons Its Not)

5 Reasons Why Jujutsu Kaisen Is Better Than Demon Slayer (& 5 Reasons It’s Not)

Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba were two of the most popular new anime shows of 2019 and 2020, but which is the best?

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In the past few years, several new anime appeared on the scene that have captured fans’ imaginations. Two of the series, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, were arguably the most popular new shows of 2019 and 2020.

Both series are praised for their excellent animation and stylized action sequences, and share similar themes about underage protagonists tasked with protecting the world against devilish and ghoulish forces. That said, there is a case to be made that Jujutsu Kaisen is the better of the two, but depending on who you talk to you might get a wildly different opinion.

10 Better: The Action Choreography

To be fair, both Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer have amazing fight scenes. However, what sets the two apart is not the quality of the animation, but rather the substance of the fights themselves. When watching a fight scene in Jujutsu Kaisen, fans could easily mistake what they are viewing as a dance. The choreography is simply stunning and the moves are crisp and clean.

For example, the scene where Sukuna and Satoru trade blows in episode 2 captures each individual blow, throw, and dodge. While the fights in Demon Slayer are beautifully animated and colorful, they lack the complexity and grace of the fights in Jujutsu Kaisen.

9 Not Better: The Animation Style

The animation in Jujutsu Kaisen is crisp and clean, but on the other hand, there isn’t anything special or novel about it. Meanwhile, the art style in Demon Slayer is both beautiful and unique, particularly the way the show animates Tanjiro’s water-breathing techniques. Traditional Japanese artwork pervades the show and fits perfectly with the setting of the story.

Jujutsu’s Kaisen modern setting looks good, but it doesn’t stand out, while the scenery in Demon Slayer tends to stay with the viewer long after an episode ends. Put simply, no other show looks like Demon Slayer, but there are plenty of other anime that look like Jujutsu Kaisen.

8 Better: The Power System

One of the things that fans have praised the most about Jujutsu Kaisen is the show’s power system. Cursed energy and the techniques that sorcerers and Curses use to channel its power in unique ways is nothing particularly new, but it is interesting and varied. Some fans have likened it to Nen in Hunter X Hunter or jutsu in Naruto, both of which are widely considered among the best power systems in shonen anime.

Some techniques are particularly interesting, such as Aoi’s Boogie Woogie or Satoru’s Limitless. Demon Slayer, on the other hand, settles for basic elemental-breathing abilities that at times feel like they were thrown in just to give the characters an extra ability to use.

7 Not Better: The Character Progression

While the characters in Jujutsu Kaisen are by no means one-dimensional, they have not undergone the same level of growth as the characters in Demon Slayer. The most interesting character progressions in Jujutsu Kaisen thus far have been limited to the interactions between Maki and Mai, relatively minor characters, and Megumi’s journey to becoming less reserved and cautious.

Compare that to Tanjiro’s epic struggle to help his sister and avenge his family, and it’s easy to see that Demon Slayer was able to cram in more character development in the same amount of time. Even side characters like Kanao are given ample background coverage so that the outcomes feel more realized than they would have otherwise.

6 Better: The Horror Elements

Both Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer are rooted in traditional horror content with their focus on demons and curses, respectively. However, while the scenes in Demon Slayer can be gruesome and intense, they lack the sheer shock value of the scariest scenes in Jujutsu Kaisen. This may be due to Demon Slayer’s art style, which gives it a more cartoonish quality.

Regardless, its scariest demons can’t hold a candle to the freakiest Curses in Jujutsu Kaisen. The first appearance of the Finger Bearer is one of the best jump scares in any anime, and its creepy mannerisms during its fight with Yuji are sure to give any fan goosebumps.

5 Not Better: The Emotional Impact

Jujutsu Kaisen has yet to show that it is a show that can play with fans’ heartstrings. There are some moments that are especially powerful, such as when Mahito turns Junpei into an abomination and Yuji watches his friend die, but the clear winner in terms of emotional impact is Demon Slayer.

One of the most powerful moments in the entire series occurs in the first episode when Tanjiro pleads with Nezuko to remember her family after she has been turned into a demon. Even the deaths of the demons are impactful, as fans get to learn about their fears and backstories before they are eventually killed, which makes them relatable and their deaths slightly bittersweet.

4 Better: Fewer Flashbacks

The flashback is one of the most often used storytelling techniques used in anime, and for a good reason. A well-used flashback can help explain a character’s motivations or fill in plot details that were previously vague for dramatic effect. Although it is a useful tool, it is seriously overplayed in shonen anime, and Demon Slayer is no exception. The show uses flashbacks frequently to explain power-ups and villain’s backstories, and at times they can bog the story down.

Jujutsu Kaisen contains almost no flashbacks, and this allows the plot to move along at a brisk pace. In lieu of flashbacks, the show uses time skips to move the story forward, and in doing so it avoids unnecessary fluff while also allowing for character growth.

3 Not Better: The Humor

Like most shonen anime, Jujutsu Kaisen does a good job at blending humor and action together. The best interactions are usually those between Yuji and his fellow teammates, or pretty much any scene involving Aoi or Satoru. Aoi’s and Yuji’s buddy routine during the Goodwill Event is particularly hilarious, but aside from that, the humor in Demon Slayer is more irreverent and in keeping with the traditional comedy style in shonen anime.

Zenitsu’s over-the-top reactions are slapstick comedy gold, and Tanjiro’s sincerity makes him an excellent foil to his companions. The humor is woven into the character’s personalities, rather than just being added as throw-away jokes and one-liners, which ultimately makes it feel more authentic and funnier.

2 Better: The Music

The music in Demon Slayer is arguably better than average, but with the exception of LiSA’s Gurenge, none of the songs really stick with you. Although its lighter instrumental pieces do a great job at helping to develop the setting of the show, the music in Jujutsu Kaisen has a greater impact and is more consistent.

The soaring instrumentals in the fight sequences are both sinister and discordant, hitting just the right notes between horror and heart-pumping action. Eve’s Kaikai Kitan is sure to get most fans headbanging with only a few opening chords, while Ali’s Lost in Paradise featuring AKLO is a groovy jam that perfectly matches the show’s cool, modern aesthetic.

1 Not Better: The Villains

Jujutsu Kaisen does have some great villains, particularly the humanoid Curse, Mahito, and the King of Curses himself, Sukuna. Mahito’s horrific Idle Transfiguration Technique is one of the most disturbing abilities in any anime, while Sukuna’s erratic behavior and flippant attitude keep fans guessing what he’s going to do next.

However, the villains in Demon Slayer are overall better developed. Each villain has a main character trait and well defined back story, such as Daki, who represents orphans’ mistreatment in society. Muzan is both mysterious and terrifying, and while the villains’ backstories in Demon Slayer can sometimes feel haphazardly jammed into the story, they do make the villains more relatable.

Link Source : https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-better-demon-slayer/

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