Toji Fushiguro.
The shame of the Zenin clan... at least, from a Jujutsu Sorcerers' point of view.
This man is undoubtedly the catalyst for all the major events in the manga.
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that almost the entire plot of Jujutsu Kaisen is tied to him — except for Kenjaku's direct schemes.
*Cough*mommy Kaori Itadori
"Haha... I can't believe I was able to get his body at its peak, without the slightest side effect."
After an indefinite amount of time, I finally calmed down. Deep down, this is just a dream.
Nothing exceptional.
"The only real risk is the old woman's cursed technique... but that can be worked around with the right actions."
Once I finished planning my moves in Shibuya, I clicked on the Traits tab.
"I see... this thing is semi-paid. I choose three, no more. Beyond that, it's random disadvantages."
Charming system.
Normally, you exchange disadvantages for points.
But here... It's just the lottery, nightmare version.
[Trait: Master Actor (rank C)]
[Cost: Free]
[Description: You know how to hide your thoughts and act like a pro.]
[Warning: Anyone with the innate trait "Actor Prodigy" will see through you.]
[Trait: Indomitable Will (rank A+)]
[Cost: 1 random disadvantage OR 500 points]
[Description: Fear? Procrastination? Hesitation? Unknown to you.]
[Warning: Can evolve into "Monarch's Will" — costs 2 disadvantages or 1000 points.]
[Trait: Instinct (rank B+)]
[Cost: Free]
[Description: A supernatural sixth sense guides you.]
[Warning: For more power, aim for "Voice of Heaven" — 1 disadvantage or 500 points.]
Why did I take Master Actor?
Hello? I'm going to become the most hated man in the entire jujutsu world from the Jujutsu Sorcerers' perspective.
I can't afford to betray my intentions, nor rely on Toji's memories to play his role well.
And I need to mask my tics... especially my chronic sarcasm.
And also... if I want to deceive others and "temporarily replace" Gojo, after his sealing, I need a serious level of acting.
As for stopping Sukuna during Shibuya?
Honestly... I don't give a damn about that guy.
But I don't want this lucid dream to end too quickly.
I have my chances against a 15-finger Sukuna... if he doesn't throw his domain directly in my face.
After all, Maki managed to handle Sukuna at that level... Sure, he was handicapped by his cursed energy output, but that didn't diminish his physical abilities at that moment.
After a little mental deliberation of the "war council" type, I validated my three traits and my future short-term decisions.
And obviously...
[You have received a random disadvantage...]
[Negative Trait: Maniac (rank B+)]
[Description: Obsession with control, precision. Everything must be perfect.]
[Warning: Risk of severe obsessive disorder.]
Great.
Perfect.
Me, a detail maniac, obsessed with control?
This is going to be fun.
"Why am I thinking so much about all this? It's supposed to be a dream, damn it..."
And yet, the more it progresses, the more I instinctively believe it...
...
Finally, I finished my selection... maybe I was too invested in this thing?
Despite my complaints, I nodded, satisfied with the selected advantages, before instinctively grimacing while looking at the disadvantages obtained... 4 fucking disadvantages for two poor advantages.
"Sure, I chose two advantages of rank A+ and S-... but isn't that a bit too cruel?"
[Item: Anti-jujutsu Katana (rank A+)]
[Cost: 2 disadvantages or 1000 points]
[Description: This object is another version of 'The Inverted Spear of Heaven' from another JJK universe.]
[Warning: For more power, aim for the "Asta's Anti-magic Katana" item, the superior version. It costs 4 random disadvantages or 2000 points.]
[Innate Skill: Favored by God Khorne (rank S-)]
[Cost: 2 disadvantages or 1000 points]
[Description: You have the ability to become stronger through spilled blood and combat, the more brutal it is, the better!!]
[Warning: this skill triggers a passive berserker state once activated, but the effect is weakened thanks to the Indomitable Will trait]
Unlike traits, advantages are extremely varied... I admit I got a bit lost in the options.
Fortunately, I noticed the "sort" option in a corner of the holographic panel.
"There were really cool things, but I'll settle for this... otherwise I'd drown under the disadvantages."
Involuntarily, my lips trembled slightly looking at the disadvantages given by the system.
I could have selected them myself and earned points... but that's an even worse and crueler scam.
"The proposed disadvantages bring in few points... I must really have problems to imagine such a principle in my subconscious."
Despite this, the given disadvantages aren't gentle either... they even have a higher rank than the selected advantages.
A nice scam.
[Negative Trait: Hypocrite (rank S+)]
[Description: You like to appear what you are not. And eventually, you no longer know who or what you are...]
[Warning: This trait can create multiple personalities if you are not vigilant, to better "appear" in front of those around you. This possibility is however reduced thanks to the "Master Actor" trait.]
[ Negative Trait: Selfish (rank B-)]
[Description: Me first, and the rest after.]
[Warning: This trait greatly affects the personality of its host, who will tend to put others in second place.]
[Innate Curse: Gigolo (rank S-)]
[Description: It's not the "gigolo" trait, but the curse version. You can't help chasing after a beautiful woman as soon as you see one and your "little brother" is difficult to satisfy.]
[Warning: This curse can be canceled by "Monarch's Will". "Indomitable Will" only weakens it.]
[Negative Trait: Adrenaline Junkie (rank A-)]
[Description: you love risk and will put yourself in danger.]
[Warning: This trait has enormous synergy with the negative traits Maniac, Selfish, Gigolo... it risks greatly affecting your actions and personality.]
A nice list of problems, but that's a problem for my future self.
"Ok, I'm done and how does the reincarnation process work..."
I didn't finish before my environment was enveloped in a strong light.
....
(Unknown time / Location: Shibuya)
"Toji Zenin..."
An old voice brought me back to "reality," after I had been blinded by the strong light in the dark area of my dream.
"...Yes, I'm feeling better than ever," I said instinctively, before stretching my shoulders and arms.
During my stretches, I observed around me, calm.
It was night, and judging by the landscape, I was located at the top of an unknown building.
"Dra..."
"Oh no, this is confiscated."
Despite my distraction related to the landscape, I felt an unknown sense of urgency toward the man in black in front of me.
At that moment, my body moved instinctively, and I tore off the black hood covering his face.
"...W..Who are you?"
I could read the panic on his face. A surprisingly pleasant reaction... but a bit disappointing.
"Jiro... eliminate him quickly."
As I open and close my hands, the grandmother orders me to eliminate the man who should be one of Nanami's protégés.
I nod, but I had other plans.
"W..What?"
Bam
The grandmother's face was embedded in the ground before she understood the situation.
"It's really strange... I have the memory of my abilities, but..."
Using them is more complicated.
My new body is just too strong. I need to gain experience myself and use Toji's memories as a reference for my future development.
"You, the man in black."
"Huh!?"
I ignored this strange sound and fixed my eyes on him.
"Where is Megumi Fushiguro?"