GEGE's STATEMENT: "I've been asked by many readers whether Maki Zen'in is equal in strength to Toji Fushiguro, to which I'd say I think so. ALthough admittedly, this was not my original intention.
In the initial draft, Naoya Zen' in would handily emerge victorious, and Maki's Heavenly Restriction would form a connection with the deceased Toji Fushiguro, leading to his reincarnation.
My editor accused me of favoring male characters, and she stated a second resurrection of Fushiguro was unnecessary, so l changed it.
However, this inspired me to decide on the fate of Yuki Tsukumo, her favourite character. I believe that for every
virtory in life a lose must also follow suite to ensure harmony"