Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7: Cross disguises as Maru while Mahito makes a terrifying comeback

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7 was packed with revelations, that is putting it lightly. The dialogue-heavy chapter takes a short breather from all the explosive action we have seen so far, but it more than makes up for it with rich world-building, tense political undercurrents, and the jaw-dropping return of one of Jujutsu Kaisen’s most infamous villains, Mahito himself.

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Usami’s cursed speech and the Old Man’s capture

The Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7 opens with the old man curse user trying to escape after the chaos from Cross, Maru, and Tsurugi’s previous clash. His hopes of freedom are short-lived, though, as Usami intercepts him. In one of the most striking early moments, Usami uses Cursed Speech, complete with Inumaki-like markings on his hand.

This immediately raises questions: Could he be a descendant of the Inumaki clan, or did he somehow gain access to their techniques through mimicry? The old man barely has time to react before Usami knocks him out cold, proving he’s not someone to underestimate.

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Cross vs. Humanity: A clash of ideologies

From there, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7 shifts back to Cross confronting Tsurugi. The two exchange heated words over what it means to be “neighbors.” For Tsurugi, the word means mutual understanding; for Cross, it is a cruel illusion.

Cross believes humanity, especially post-war Japan, has grown complacent, detached from the pain of survival and oppression. His speech about humans looking down on refugees and outsiders draws sharp parallels to real-world social divides, adding depth to JJK Modulo’s political storytelling.

This moment cements Cross as more than a one-dimensional antagonist. He is a character driven by trauma and resentment, his anger toward humans stemming not from pure hatred, but from disillusionment with their hypocrisy.

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The hospital scene: Maru’s injury and Cross’s deception

The next major development of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7 unfolds at the hospital. After the battle, Maru is severely injured, and Usami insists that human hospitals can handle his recovery rather than letting the Samorians (the aliens) take him back to their mothership. Cross reluctantly agrees, but not before pulling off a shocking move. He takes Maru’s bandage and head wrap, covering Maru’s mysterious third eye, and disguises himself as his twin.

This deception sets up a dangerous plotline: Cross intends to infiltrate human society under Maru’s identity to learn their “true ideals.” It’s an eerie and clever twist that adds another layer of intrigue to the already complex human-alien relationship dynamics in the series.

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Mahito’s terrifying return in Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7

And then comes the Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7's biggest bombshell, Mahito. As Tsurugi regains consciousness in his hospital bed, he experiences a chilling vision: A dark figure staring down at him upside-down.

It is Mahito, unmistakably recognizable by his scars and haunting eyes. He mutters:

“What’s all this? I thought you were him.”

This single line has thrown the fandom into a frenzy. Who is Mahito waiting for?

Theories are already circulating; some say he’s expecting Yuji Itadori, while others believe he’s seeking Uta or one of their descendants. What is even crazier is how Mahito could exist here at all. Given that he was destroyed by Kenjaku during the original series, this appearance suggests that Mahito has learned to linger between life and death, possibly through his own cursed technique, manipulating his soul.

If that mis true, Mahito in Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7 could have chosen to remain in the limbo realm, waiting decades, or even centuries, for Yuji to join him. This eerie patience paints him as a vengeful spirit consumed by eternal hatred, and it beautifully ties back to his philosophical obsession with souls and identity.

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Yuka’s illness and a potential binding vow

Beyond Mahito, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Chapter 7 also drops emotional weight through Yuka’s terminal illness. Her conversation with Cross about her short lifespan is heartbreaking, but it also sets up an intriguing possibility: What if Mahito becomes the only one capable of curing her through his manipulation of souls? This type of binding vow scenario could redefine the entire direction of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo.