Ten Shadows Technique: Fushiguro’s Dark Secret in Jujutsu Kaisen

A technique with more than just power

If you’re like me and get hyped with every new episode of Jujutsu Kaisen, you’ve probably wondered what’s really behind Megumi Fushiguro’s Ten Shadows Technique. From the first time I saw him summon those shikigami, I was hooked. But as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that this technique is way deeper and darker than it looks. And that’s exactly what I want to dive into today.

What is the Ten Shadows Technique?

The cursed inheritance of the Zenin Clan

The Ten Shadows Technique is an inherited technique from the Zenin Clan, one of the most powerful and traditional families in the world of jujutsu. Even though Megumi has distanced himself from his lineage, he still carries one of the most feared and rare abilities in the series.

How does the technique work?

This technique allows the user to summon up to ten different shikigami, each with unique abilities. The wild part (and also kind of terrifying) is that Megumi has to defeat each shikigami in battle before he can actually use them. It’s kind of like a spiritual contract — but with lots of fists and strategy.

The most iconic shikigami

• Divine Dogs: twin beasts that only function as a pair.
• Nue: a giant bird-like creature that controls electricity.
• Max Elephant: yeah, the name says it all — a massive beast with water-based powers.
• Mahoraga: the most unstable and dangerous shikigami. No one has ever fully controlled it. Ever.

Megumi Fushiguro’s growth with the technique

From quiet kid to serious powerhouse

Megumi always had that quiet, serious vibe, and his technique reflects that perfectly: it’s strategic, dark, and insanely powerful. You can really feel his evolution as a sorcerer as he begins to understand the limits — and the dangers — of his own ability.

The Mahoraga fight: a major turning point

One of the most jaw-dropping scenes (at least for me) is when Megumi tries to summon Mahoraga in a desperate moment. It’s wild because it shows just how far he’s willing to go — even risking his own life — to protect others.

How does it compare to other techniques in Jujutsu Kaisen?

Gojo’s Limitless vs. Ten Shadows

You can’t talk about techniques in Jujutsu Kaisen without bringing up Gojo Satoru. His Limitless technique is almost the opposite of the Ten Shadows. While Gojo’s is about space manipulation and raw overwhelming power, Megumi’s is more about summons, tactics, and calculated risks.

But here’s the craziest part: creator Gege Akutami hinted that a fully mastered Ten Shadows user could potentially match the power level of a Six Eyes user with Limitless. That’s right — Megumi could become the next Gojo.

Little-known facts about the Ten Shadows

The meaning behind the name

The original name for the domain expansion is “Chimera Shadow Garden”, but the Ten Shadows refers to the ten legendary shikigami passed down and mastered (or not) through generations of the Zenin Clan.

Mahoraga’s mythological roots

Mahoraga is inspired by a being from Hindu and Buddhist mythology called Makaraga, known for its adaptability and destructive nature. In the anime, that translates to Mahoraga’s terrifying ability to adapt to any attack or technique, making it virtually unstoppable.

Why is the Ten Shadows Technique one of the most dangerous in the anime?

Short answer? Because it’s far too powerful to be used recklessly. Unlike some other techniques that are straightforward, this one demands strategy, courage, and nerves of steel. And worst of all: if used the wrong way, it can be lethal to the user themselves.

A dark power with an uncertain future

To me, the Ten Shadows Technique is one of the most mysterious and fascinating powers in Jujutsu Kaisen. It’s like a mirror of Megumi’s soul — powerful, complex, and full of internal conflict. And the fact that it might rival Gojo’s Limitless just makes me even more excited to see where the story goes.

If you love epic scenes, deep lore, and well-crafted powers, you’re going to be just as obsessed with this technique as I am.