Introduction to the Night Parade of a Hundred Demons
In the expansive world of Jujutsu Kaisen, few events carry as much historical and thematic weight as the Night Parade of a Hundred Demons. This catastrophic event serves as the cornerstone of the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 narrative, marking a pivotal turning point for both the jujutsu society and the characters involved. Originally orchestrated as a declaration of war against the established order of sorcerers, the parade was designed to unleash thousands of cursed spirits upon the unsuspecting cities of Shinjuku and Kyoto. It represents the ultimate manifestation of Suguru Geto’s radical ideology and his desire to create a world exclusively for sorcerers, free from the "monkey-like" presence of non-sorcerers. This dark spectacle not only showcases the sheer scale of the threat posed by special grade curses but also sets the stage for the most significant confrontations in the series' early history.
Suguru Geto’s Master Plan and Objectives
The core of the Night Parade of a Hundred Demons was not merely random destruction; it was a calculated move within the broader Geto plan. Suguru Geto, a former student of Tokyo Jujutsu High turned curse user, sought to eliminate all non-sorcerers to stop the leakage of cursed energy that creates spirits. However, his immediate tactical objective for the parade was far more specific: isolating Yuta Okkotsu. By thinning the ranks of jujutsu sorcerers across two major cities, Geto aimed to leave the high school vulnerable. His true goal was to kill Yuta and take possession of Rika Orimoto, the "Queen of Curses." Geto believed that with Rika’s boundless cursed energy at his disposal, he would have the power necessary to overthrow the jujutsu world and realize his vision of a sorcerer-only utopia. The parade was the perfect smokescreen for this high-stakes heist.
On December 24th, the promised day arrived, plunging Shinjuku and Kyoto into a state of absolute terror. Thousands of curses were released simultaneously, forcing every available sorcerer, including students and seasoned professionals like Kento Nanami and the staff of both Jujutsu High branches, to engage in a desperate defensive struggle. The chaos was intended to be overwhelming:
- In Shinjuku, sorcerers faced a relentless tide of spirits, testing their endurance and the limits of their techniques.
- In Kyoto, the defensive lines were pushed to the brink as they attempted to protect the civilian population from the supernatural onslaught.
- Satoru Gojo, the strongest sorcerer, was kept occupied by Geto’s strongest commanders, including Miguel, who used the rare Black Rope to momentarily nullify Gojo’s Limitless.
While the battles in the streets were fierce, they were ultimately a distraction. The true heart of the conflict was beating back at the deserted Tokyo Jujutsu High campus.
The JJK 0 Climax: Yuta Okkotsu vs. Suguru Geto
The JJK 0 climax reached its fever pitch when Suguru Geto arrived at the school to confront Yuta. This battle was a clash of ideologies and raw power. Geto utilized his Cursed Spirit Manipulation to unleash Uzumaki—a technique that condenses thousands of curses into a single, devastating blast of energy. Facing certain death and seeing his friends injured, Yuta made a final, desperate vow. He offered his own life to Rika in exchange for her full power, promising to stay with her forever in the afterlife. This "Pure Love" manifested as a beam of energy that completely overwhelmed Geto’s Uzumaki. The resulting explosion left Geto mortally wounded and forced him to retreat, marking the definitive failure of his immediate mission to steal the Queen of Curses.
Deep Dive into the Lore and Historical Significance
Beyond the immediate action, the Night Parade of a Hundred Demons is steeped in lore. The name itself is a reference to the Japanese folklore "Hyakki Yagyo," where a procession of supernatural entities travels through the streets at night. In the context of the series, this event served as the official end of the friendship between Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto, as Gojo was forced to execute his former best friend following the battle. Historically, it also highlighted the fragility of the jujutsu status quo and the emergence of Yuta Okkotsu as a new special grade powerhouse. The lore surrounding Rika Orimoto’s nature as a "vengeful spirit" created through love rather than just malice added a new layer of complexity to how cursed energy is understood in the JJK universe.
Conclusion: The Aftermath and Legacy of the Parade
The Night Parade of a Hundred Demons left a permanent scar on the world of jujutsu. While the immediate threat was neutralized and Geto was defeated, his legacy lived on through the remnants of his organization and the eventual takeover of his body by Kenjaku. For Yuta Okkotsu, the parade was the moment he finally unraveled the curse of Rika, releasing her soul and beginning his journey to master his own power. For the jujutsu authorities, it was a wake-up call regarding the rising power of curses and the radicalization of sorcerers. The legacy of that Christmas Eve remains a haunting reminder that even the strongest bonds can be broken by conflicting visions of the future, setting the stage for the even greater tragedies of the Shibuya Incident.
