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Jujutsu Kaisen: Hiromi Higuruma's Domain & Judgeman's Powers Explained
- Pavas Gagneja
- Oct 3
- 3 min read
SPOILER ALERT:Â This article may contain major spoilers from Jujutsu Kaisen. Proceed only if you don't mind having key story elements revealed.
Originally a public defense lawyer, Higuruma has an exceptional sense of justice, but also a complex view of morality. His transition from courtroom law to the deadly world of Curses and Domains has made him a character worth understanding in depth. And the best part is that a large part of his appeal comes from his Domain Expansion, Deadly Sentencing.
Higuruma’s Domain is not like usual Domains. Instead of relying purely on physical combat, it puts opponents inside a courtroom presided over by Judgeman, a mysterious Shikigami who acts as the judge. This setup forces enemies to face trials for their actions, turning battles into legal confrontations rather than simple fights.
Deadly Sentencing: The Domain Inside The Courtroom
Higuruma’s Domain Expansion transforms the surroundings into a courtroom where Judgeman sits at the judge’s bench. Once activated, both Higuruma and his opponent are brought before Judgeman, who begins a trial. The charge and evidence presented are based on the target’s recent actions, whether related to Jujutsu combat or other behavior.
It's an unconventional weapon, but this ability allows Higuruma to control the pace of battle, as the opponent must respond to accusations instead of directly attacking. Deadly Sentencing is dangerous because of the binding nature of its rules. Once the trial begins, physical combat stops until Judgeman delivers a verdict.
If declared guilty, the punishment is set depending on the crime, and Higuruma gains additional powers or weapons that help him finish the fight. This means the Domain can quickly strip an opponent of their strength without even landing a blow in the traditional sense.
Judgeman’s Role & Abilities
Judgeman is the key figure who decides guilt or innocence. It is completely impartial, operating on the facts of the case without moral bias. Judgeman can generate evidence and present accusations that the target can acknowledge or attempt to refute. Moreover, the opponent doesn’t get a lawyer; they must defend themselves immediately.
The verdicts given by Judgeman have direct impact on the fight. A guilty verdict usually results in the removal of the opponent’s Cursed Technique, which leaves them severely weakened. In some cases, Judgeman may summon a Cursed Tool for Higuruma to use. It's usually a weapon that often matches the nature of the crime.
Why Higuruma’s Domain Is Effective
Deadly Sentencing’s strength lies in its control over the opponent’s abilities and momentum. By placing them in a controlled trial, Higuruma disrupts any aggressive plans they might have had. Removing their Cursed Technique immediately changes the balance of power, often turning a losing fight in Higuruma’s favor. This gives him a clear advantage over opponents who rely heavily on specialty Techniques.
In addition, the mental pressure of standing trial adds another layer to its effectiveness. Being judged is psychologically taxing, and many fighters are caught off guard by the sudden shift from combat to legal confrontation. The mix of Law and Jujutsu makes Deadly Sentencing one of the most unique and strategic Domain Expansions in the series.
Release Year | MAL Rating | Animation Studio | Genre | Watch On |
October 2020 | 8.56 | MAPPA | Action, Supernatural |
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