Mahoraga From JJK Just Made an Appearance in The Newest Hit Manga

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Manga crossovers don’t happen often, usually only for special anniversaries or promotions. So, when one does occur, it’s a big surprise for fans. Recently, readers were shocked to see Mahoraga, one of the scariest creatures from a different series, appear in a chapter of Someone Hertz.

Mahoraga’s appearance as a cameo was a big surprise for fans of both Jujutsu Kaisen and Someone Hertz, given how different the two manga are. Jujutsu Kaisen focuses on action-packed fights and a world of the supernatural, while Someone Hertz is a comedy known for its unexpected jokes. This contrast actually made the cameo more impactful, highlighting Jujutsu Kaisen‘s significant influence on contemporary manga.

Someone Hertz Designs the Ultimate 2026 Manga Crossover

Ei Yamano’s romantic comedy series, Someone Hertz, quickly became popular after it started appearing in Weekly Shonen Jump in September 2025. It’s known for its funny moments and surprising pop culture references. The way the series is written allows for fun appearances from characters in other manga, as the main characters, Memei and Kurage, can easily mention them without disrupting the story of Someone Hertz.

Fans recently saw the school principal’s personality shine when he playfully compared Memei to characters from One Piece. Now, the manga is taking its pop culture references even further by including Mahoraga from Jujutsu Kaisen. The official X account for Someone Hertz announced a special collaboration, bringing Mahoraga into the world of the romantic comedy. There, he’s trying to navigate the quirky relationship between Memei and Kurage.

Late in February, a partnership was revealed to help promote Volume 2 of Someone Hertz. A promotional image for the volume, released on March 4, 2026, shows high school students Fukumori Mimei and Mizuo Kurage walking alongside a powerfully built Mahoraga. In a lighthearted moment, Kurage jokes that marrying Mahoraga would give her an impressive last name. This prompts a reaction from her crush, Mimei, but his response is interrupted as a wheel above Mahoraga’s head begins to spin, drawing his focus.

In Jujutsu Kaisen, when Mahoraga spins his wheels, it means he’s adjusting to a new situation. Here, it suggests he’s adapting to become Kurage’s husband, which causes Memei to plead with him not to get used to Kurage’s odd behavior. It’s noteworthy because most action manga like Weekly Shonen Jump focus on intense fights. This manga subverts that expectation by turning a traditionally fearsome villain into a source of humor. Rather than portraying Mahoraga as scary, Someone Hertz reimagines him as a comedic character, making him part of the joke.

It’s not unusual for manga like Someone Hertz to include references to other popular series. These kinds of nods are happening more and more in Shonen Jump titles, both as a way to honor classic manga and to get fans excited about new ones. Someone Hertz handles these references particularly well; the appearance of Mahoraga feels less like an advertisement and more like a fun, unexpected moment for modern manga readers.

Why JJK’s Mahoraga Appeared in Someone Hertz

Mahoraga, the Eight-Handled Sword Divergent Sila Divine General, is the strongest of the Ten Shadows Technique’s shikigami. He isn’t a villain in the typical sense, but he’s dangerous: if anyone tries to summon and control him without being able to tame him, he’ll attack and kill them, along with anyone else nearby. Once Mahoraga is summoned, escaping him is nearly impossible because he adapts to any attack, making it ineffective the next time it’s used.

In chapter 15 of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, Mahoraga returns when Yuta’s granddaughter, Yuka Okkotsu, summons him to fight Dabura. The actual fight isn’t shown, which led fans to playfully suggest that Mahoraga, overwhelmed by the battle, fled to the most relaxing manga he could find – Someone Hertz.

With the popularity of Jujutsu Kaisen and the current airing of its third season, the series is a major topic in anime communities. This made the unexpected appearance of a character from Jujutsu Kaisen in the romantic comedy manga Someone Hertz particularly exciting for fans, and effectively brought more attention to the series.

What this Crossover Means for Someone Hertz and Jujutsu Kaisen’s Future

Mahoraga’s surprise appearance in Someone Hertz is set to significantly change how viewers perceive both stories. This cameo instantly links Someone Hertz – a lesser-known manga – to the hugely popular JJK franchise. From now on, whenever Someone Hertz is mentioned, anime fans will likely think of Mahoraga and his memorable role. This crossover will undoubtedly attract new anime fans to the series who might not have discovered it otherwise.

A new comedy series can easily get lost in a magazine full of popular action titles, but even a single viral moment – like the appearance of the character Mahoraga – can give it the boost it needs to gain recognition. The positive fan response shows this is already happening, with many readers of Jujutsu Kaisen now intrigued to see how Someone Hertz managed to incorporate a character from that series into its humorous stories.

Many viewers found Mahoraga’s debut both surprising and funny, and lots of people are praising how Jujutsu Kaisen is shaping current action manga. Some joked about the challenge of fitting such a notorious character into a comedy, but Someone Hertz pulled it off flawlessly.

Overall, Jujutsu Kaisen has become incredibly popular in the manga world, and its influence extends beyond its own story. If series like Someone Hertz continue to include smart references to other franchises, they could see a significant increase in popularity. The crossover between Someone Hertz and Jujutsu Kaisen is a smart marketing strategy that benefits both series by building momentum.

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2026-03-09 23:45