The choreography of the Shinjuku confrontation followed the mechanical progress of the Dharmachakra. Tracking each rotation explains how Sukuna walked Gojo down through pure attrition.
| Phase / Chapter | Offensive Phenomenon | Wheel Rotation State | Tactical Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapters 227, 229 | Unlimited Void Sure-Hit | Full cycle completed via Megumi | Mahoraga breaks Gojo's domain; immunity to Unlimited Void confirmed. |
| Chapters 230, 231 | Neutral Infinity & Cursed Technique: Blue | Spins 1, 2, and 3 | Sukuna willingly takes direct hits from Blue to advance the count. |
| Chapter 232 | Black Flash + Cursed Technique Reversal: Red | Spin 4 (Full Infinity Adaptation) | The wheel falls through the shadows; Mahoraga manifests and slashes Gojo's torso. |
| Chapters 234, 235 | Prolonged Exposure to Space Barrier | Secondary Adaptation Phase | Mahoraga launches a spatial slash, providing the blueprint for the World Cutting Slash. |