Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 48 delivers one of the most tense and tactical fights in the series so far as Megumi Fushiguro, separated from his allies and wounded, takes a desperate leap: unleashing his Incomplete Domain Expansion, Chimera Shadow Garden.
After being ambushed in the previous chapter, Megumi quickly realizes that conventional cursed techniques won’t be enough. His opponent — a cursed user with calculated attacks and superior battlefield control — pushes Megumi to the edge. It’s a scenario where hesitation equals death.
With escape impossible and reinforcements nowhere near, Megumi taps into his Domain Expansion — a technique usually reserved for elite sorcerers. The move is high-risk. His Domain isn’t perfect, and it drains his energy rapidly, but it gives him temporary control of the field by flooding the area with shadows under his command.
The resulting clash is visually stunning. Gege Akutami renders the shadows, creatures,
and tactical counters in a way that mirrors Megumi’s chaotic but brilliant mind. The Chimera Shadow Garden pulses with raw, unrefined power — showcasing not just Megumi’s talent, but his willingness to sacrifice himself if needed.
Throughout the fight, we also glimpse Megumi’s internal struggle. His thoughts drift toward his late father, Toji Fushiguro, and the burden of legacy. These emotional beats deepen the tension,
reminding readers that he’s not just fighting a cursed user — he’s battling expectations, fear,
and the overwhelming pressure of being one of the last sorcerers standing.
Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 48 also sets the stage for upcoming reinforcements and further fragmentation of the battlefield, hinting that even darker confrontations are coming soon.
This chapter is a standout moment for Megumi and a turning point in the Shibuya Incident Arc. It shows just how far he’s willing to go — and how terrifying his potential really is when pushed to the brink.
