Does Boruto: Two Blue Vortex make Jougan canon via Byakugan? Explained

Boruto activates Byakugan
Boruto activates Byakugan (Image Source: Shueisha)

The release of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 29 has ignited fierce debate within the fan community. During the battle, the first time readers see Boruto activate the Byakugan was through Momoshiki's abilities against Mamushi's clones; however, this also raised questions immediately about the continuity of the Jougan in the manga medium.

Therefore, having the Byakugan show up does not negate or disprove the fact that the Jougan exists in the manga canon universe. In actuality, both dojutsu can exist simultaneously within Boruto: Two Blue Vortex without contradiction, as the Byakugan is a representation of inherited Otsutsuki abilities given through Momoshiki's power (karma), while the Jougan is said to be a future ability Boruto will gain.


The Byakugan Awakening in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 29

Boruto defeats Mamushi's clones (Image Source: Shueisha)
Boruto defeats Mamushi's clones (Image Source: Shueisha)

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 29, titled "Pest Control," featured 41 action-packed pages of manga content, with Boruto finally making good on the contentious bargain he reached with Momoshiki by unleashing Momoshiki’s karma abilities.

Additionally, for the first time in the series, the main character, Boruto, used the right eye that was endowed to him, the Byakugan, against a series of Mamushi clones.

This activation made tactical sense within the narrative. While being focused, Boruto was equipped with enhanced perceptual capability against a rapidly surface-replicating foe due to the Byakugan. Meanwhile, through Shikamaru's operational oversight, Boruto steadily eradicated Mamushi’s clones utilizing the ocular power.

Momoshiki's acknowledgment of Kawaki as a threat added depth to their arrangement. Even while lending his power, Momoshiki recognized that Kawaki would pursue him relentlessly if he possessed Boruto's body. This strategic consideration shaped the terms of their agreement.


Why the Jougan Remains Canon

Boruto, as seen in Two Blue Vortex Chapter 29 (Image Source: Shueisha)
Boruto, as seen in Two Blue Vortex Chapter 29 (Image Source: Shueisha)

The canonical basis for the Jougan is based on several elements, which are addressed in Chapter 29. The flash-forward scene from Chapter 1 of Boruto, the original, clearly shows a unique-looking dojutsu. When Boruto fights Kawaki at the ruined Hokage Rock, this unique eye is seen along with an activated karma.

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex also has a layer of symbolism in addition to the evidence. The sounds produced in the Japanese version of the manga when the Byakugan activates, and the unknown dojutsu from Chapter 1 activate, are different. There are specific words used to depict the sounds of dukutsu activation in the manga, indicating that this was intentional on the creators' part.


Distinguishing Features and Symbolic Clues

The use of visual symbolism within Manga panels is highly effective. When someone activates their Byakugan, various Japanese characters appear around their eyes. The symbols consist of two parallel lines crossed by another single line going through them, and various other character symbols surrounding them. The Chapter 1 eye displayed completely different symbolic notation.

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex reinforced this distinction. When Boruto activated the Byakugan against Mamushi, the traditional Byakugan symbols appeared. Therefore, since symbol placement has the same meaning from chapter to chapter, one may conclude that at the beginning of Chapter 1, there is evidence supporting varying ability levels.

The Otsutsuki God panel from recent chapters showcased multiple eye variations. Several displayed white pupils with darkened sclera matching Jougan's anime appearance. This visual catalog of Otsutsuki-related dojutsu implies diverse ocular powers exist within their lineage.


Conclusion

Chapter 29 of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex has confirmed Boruto's current source of power and has not contradicted that of any of the future continuities. The ability of Momoshiki's Karma to activate Boruto's Byakugan shows that Boruto currently has access to Momoshiki's power through their connection. The Jougan will be a new type of power that will be focused on the future and will be explored in more detail in future Manga Chapters.

Readers should view Chapter 29 as confirmation of current capabilities rather than a denial of future potential. Boruto: Two Blue Vortex continues building toward the promised confrontation where all pieces fall into place. The Jougan awaits its moment when the narrative demands its revelation.

Edited by Akihito Chakma