The most recent addition to the iconic Jujutsu Kaisen franchise by Gege Akutami is Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, and its release has sparked fan discourse again on social media. The original series lasted from 2018 to 2024 and ended after six and a half years of serialized manga and a successful anime adaptation. Accompanied by the conclusion of Jujutsu Kaisen, Modulo is a mini follow-up: it started in the Weekly Shonen Jump issue 41 on September 8, 2025, and is planned to last about six months (three volumes).A lot of fans are already declaring Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo to be the best work of Gege Akutami so far. The Twitter response and the reaction on Reddit, in particular, have been positively overwhelming. Read commentary cites better pacing, stronger character interaction, and a familiar-but-new tone that avoids much of the criticism of the original Jujutsu Kaisen run. On X (previously Twitter), one user posted.This is one of hundreds of tweets announcing “peak Akutami” following the initial few chapters of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo.The first volume of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo begins with a 54-page premiere, in full color, on the cover of Weekly Shonen Jump, indicating that the publisher was confident in the project. The story is set about 68 years into the future, after the events of the Culling Game arc of the original series. It features new main characters (Yuki Okkotsu and Tsurugi Okkotsu) and a mix of jujutsu magic with sci-fi-influenced invaders (the alien-looking Simurians). This shift in scope and setting was cited by many fans as satisfyingly daring compared to the main series, enabling Akutami to rediscover his strengths without the heavy load of a decades-long saga.MAru (Image Credits: Shueisha)Some early social-media discussions of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo highlight its main strengths. Fans praise its better pacing (with less stretching of arcs), character-driven scenes, and a tone that feels balanced between new and familiar. To illustrate, one Reddit post stated:JJK Modulo ch. 7 and JJK ch. 265 are the best written chapters Gege has ever done.A different user remarked:compared to the original series' heavy hype and aura-moment focus, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo spends more time on downtime and character interaction.Many fans found this shift very satisfying. Meanwhile, some fans remain skeptical. They note that since Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo is a short-term serialization (approximately six months, three volumes) rather than a long-running saga, the narrative’s scope could be limited. However, the majority verdict has been overwhelmingly favorable, with most stating that Akutami has learned from experience and delivered a more focused and confident work.Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo: Why the fan accolades are so strongThe main reason behind the widespread success of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, as fan commentary reveals, lies in how it balances legacy and innovation.It respects the original Jujutsu Kaisen world, recognizing the heroes who came before, the broad themes, and the hierarchy of cursed energy. At the same time, it introduces a new era and cast, giving the creator more creative freedom. With a shorter serialization, there are fewer filler or drag arcs, and the early chapters maintain a brisk pace.Moreover, social media posts and discussions demonstrate massive interest: several Reddit threads discussing the opening chapters of Modulo have received over 2,600 upvotes. The introduction of sci-fi elements, global wizardry, and a new generation of characters has been praised as a daring and refreshing move. Critiques of the original series, especially regarding pacing or arc length, seem largely resolved in Modulo’s streamlined storytelling.Okkotsu Twins (Image Credits: Shueisha)Another factor behind the praise is the new writer-artist structure. Akutami serves solely as the writer (unlike in Jujutsu Kaisen, where he handled both writing and illustration), while Yuji Iwasaki provides the artwork. Some fans view this division of labor as a way for Akutami to focus on storytelling and maintain a tighter narrative. The debut’s full-color magazine cover also reflects the publisher’s strong confidence in the project.Finally, reactions on X/Twitter and Reddit suggest that both new readers and longtime fans are engaged. The wide range of responses praising the character interactions and team chemistry shows how well Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo is connecting with fans. It’s clearly living up to expectations in a more cohesive and emotionally grounded way.To sum up, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo has already avoided the common pitfalls of second-series or spin-off fatigue and is being praised as Gege Akutami’s best work so far. Exceptionally tight in structure yet rich in emotion, and widely acclaimed across social media, the project delivers on its promise of a sophisticated revival of the jujutsu world. Although the full story has yet to unfold, early signs strongly suggest that this new chapter has raised the bar.