How strong is Rika?

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As a passionate gamer and Jujutsu Kaisen expert, I‘m constantly awed by Rika‘s capabilities. At her peak, she was considered the "Queen of Curses" – only the legendary Ryomen Sukuna outweighed her power. Though weaker now, Rika remains a dominant force through her partnership with Yuta Okkotsu.

Rika‘s Former Power: Nearly Unmatched Among Curses

During the events of Jujutsu Kaisen 0, Rika‘s strength as a vengeful spirit was nearly unrivaled:

  • Easily defeated multiple grade 1 sorcerers simultaneously
  • Repelled jogo, an elite curse user with domain expansion
  • Forced the special grade Gojo Satoru into a stalemate situation
  • Defeated Geto Suguru, considered the most dangerous modern curse user

Her power source was endless cursed energy – exceeding even Gojo according to Geto. With Yuta as a vessel, Rika demonstrated physical strength tore through buildings and giant curses with ease. Her arsenal also included various jujutsu techniques like beam attacks.

According to fan theory, a full confrontation between the peak Queen Rika and Ryomen Sukuna could have annihilated Japan. By feats and lore, she was likely the second strongest curse in history.

Rika‘s Current Power: A "Shadow" With Growing Potential

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After finding peace, Rika‘s original spirit passed on. The Rika now tied to Yuta is a "shadow" summoned through his Innate Technique – far weaker than her vengeful self but still reinforcing Yuta‘s strength.

  • Yuta remains top-tier among sorcerers despite using a fraction of Rika‘s power
  • Manifesting even partially boosts Yuta‘s parameters enormously
  • Still overwhelms skilled opponents like Sendai Colony sorcerers
  • Technique copying further empowers Yuta‘s arsenal
  • Fighting ability expected to improve over time through their synchronization

It‘s unclear how Rika‘s shadow form compares to peak Queen Rika, but the difference is likely massive judging from Yuta needing to amplify himself immensely to match her old output.

That said, Rika is a special grade cursed spirit – tiers above common foes. When manifested, she tears through enemies and jujutsu barriers with ease. Rika‘s support makes Yuta devastating in both physical combat and jujutsu battles, cementing his status as one of the strongest sorcerers alive.

The Queen Rises Again?

Rika has only displayed a fraction of her true capabilities recently. As she continues aiding Yuta, their synchronization and Rika‘s manifested power may rise over time. If Rika unlocks her full potential once more, I suspect few characters could oppose her might.

Could the Queen reclaim her throne? As a passionate Jujutsu Kaisen fan, I eagerly await the answer!

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