Jujutsu Zero Cursed Techniques Ranked Worst to Best

Ranking every cursed technique shown in Jujutsu Kaisen 0 from worst to best, the clear bottom is Miguel’s rope-based Cursed Technique (a Binding Vow tool with no combat application) and the top is Yuta Okkotsu’s Copy, which lets him replicate any cursed technique he sees. This list covers all nine distinct techniques that appear in the film, explains how each one works, and notes their strengths and weaknesses in context.

How the Ranking Works

This ranking judges each technique on three criteria: combat versatility, raw power, and how well it serves its user in the situations shown in the movie. It does not consider the user’s innate physical strength or cursed energy reserves, only the technique itself. Techniques that are situational or require heavy setup rank lower, while those that work in almost any fight rank higher.

The Techniques, Ranked

9. Miguel’s Rope (Cursed Tool, not a true technique)

Miguel uses a braided rope that disrupts cursed techniques on contact. It is technically a cursed tool imbued with a Binding Vow, not an innate technique. In the film, it only serves to briefly block Yuta’s attacks. It has no offensive power and is useless against non-sorcerers or physical attacks.

8. Inverted Spear of Heaven (Cursed Tool)

This spear can nullify any cursed technique it pierces, but it is only used by Miguel and later by Yuta. It requires direct contact and a precise thrust, making it hard to land against fast opponents. It is a one-trick weapon with no area effect.

7. Cursed Speech (Inumaki)

Inumaki’s technique forces a target to obey spoken commands. It is powerful but has a severe drawback: overuse damages his throat, and commands can be resisted by opponents with strong cursed energy. Against Suguru Geto, it fails entirely because Geto’s cursed spirit manipulation lets him block the command.

6. Cursed Spirit Manipulation (Geto)

Geto can absorb and control cursed spirits. In the film, he uses a massive collection of spirits to attack and defend. The technique is versatile but relies on having a stockpile of spirits; without them, Geto is essentially a physical fighter. It also requires time to absorb new spirits, which is a weakness in a sudden fight.

5. Straw Doll Technique (Mechamaru)

Mechamaru’s technique uses a straw doll to transfer damage to a linked target. In the movie, he uses it to remotely control a giant mech and to injure Geto’s spirit. It is excellent for ranged support but useless in close combat, and it requires a physical doll to be prepared beforehand.

4. Cursed Technique Amplification (Geto’s Maximum: Uzumaki)

Geto’s ultimate move compresses thousands of cursed spirits into a single blast. It is devastating but takes time to charge and leaves Geto vulnerable. It also consumes his entire stock of spirits, so it is a finisher, not a spammable attack.

3. Rika’s Cursed Energy Output (Yuta’s raw power)

Yuta’s connection to Rika grants him an enormous reserve of cursed energy and the ability to manifest her as a shikigami. Rika can punch through buildings and regenerate. This is not a technique per se, but it is the foundation of Yuta’s combat style and outclasses most techniques.

2. Reverse Cursed Technique (Shoko)

Shoko uses reverse cursed energy to heal injuries. In the film, she heals Inumaki’s throat and other wounds. It is not offensive, but it is the most valuable support technique in the series, and it is extremely rare. It ranks high because it can save lives that would otherwise be lost.

1. Copy (Yuta Okkotsu)

Yuta’s innate technique allows him to copy any cursed technique he sees and use it as his own. In the film, he copies Cursed Speech and uses it to command Rika. This is the most versatile technique because it grows stronger with every technique he encounters. The only limit is his ability to understand and store the copied technique.

Why Copy Is the Best

Copy is not just a single power; it is a toolkit that adapts to any opponent. Against a speedster, Yuta could copy a speed-enhancing technique. Against a barrier user, he could learn to break barriers. In the movie, he uses Copy to mimic Inumaki’s Cursed Speech, which is a direct example of its flexibility. No other technique in the film offers that level of adaptability.

Common Misconceptions

Rika is a technique: Rika is a cursed spirit bound to Yuta, not a technique. Yuta’s technique is Copy, which he uses to command Rika.
Cursed Speech is unbeatable: It fails against anyone with stronger cursed energy or a way to block sound, as shown with Geto.
Geto’s technique is weak: It is actually top-tier, but it depends on preparation. In a straight fight with no spirits, Geto is vulnerable.

How to Use This Ranking

This ranking is for fans who want to understand the power balance in Jujutsu Kaisen 0. It is not a tier list for the entire series, as later arcs introduce techniques that might rank higher. Use it as a starting point for discussions about character strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yuta’s Copy limited to one technique at a time?

No. Yuta can store multiple copied techniques and switch between them. In the film, he uses Cursed Speech while also using Rika’s power. The only known limit is that he must understand the technique to copy it, which is why he cannot copy something like a barrier technique without seeing it used.

Why is Miguel’s rope ranked so low?

Because it is a cursed tool, not a technique, and it only disrupts techniques on contact. It has no ranged use and does nothing against physical attacks. It is a niche defensive item, not a combat technique.

Can Cursed Speech affect multiple people at once?

Yes, Inumaki can target multiple people, but the more targets, the more cursed energy it costs and the more strain on his throat. In the film, he uses it on a crowd of spirits, but it exhausts him.

What is Geto’s Maximum: Uzumaki?

It is a technique that compresses all of Geto’s absorbed spirits into a single concentrated blast. It is powerful enough to destroy a building, but it uses up his entire stock, leaving him defenseless afterward.

Does Yuta keep Copy after the movie?

In the manga, Yuta continues to use Copy, and it becomes a major part of his fighting style. The movie does not show the full extent, but it is confirmed as his innate technique.

Final Thoughts

Ranking these techniques is subjective, but the consensus among fans is that Copy is the strongest because of its versatility. The weakest is Miguel’s rope, which is barely a technique. The rest sit in between, each with clear strengths and weaknesses that make them interesting in different situations.

Method: the standard formula for this calculation, rounded as each result states. See how the calculators work or report an error.

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