Every time Utsuro was killed or tortured throughout history, he would eventually regenerate and form a new, often darker, personality to cope with the endless cycle of death and rebirth. Where to Watch or Read More
For fan theories and breakdown of the Oboro/Takasugi fight, you can check discussions on the Gintama Subreddit . Gintama (2017) Episode 11
The episode focuses on the brutal fight between Takasugi and Oboro. Despite his injuries, Takasugi manages to defeat Oboro, who was already weakened because his body could no longer handle the regenerative properties of Utsuro's blood. Every time Utsuro was killed or tortured throughout
As he dies, Oboro reveals himself as the first disciple of Yoshida Shouyou. He was the one who initially betrayed Shouyou to the Shogunate out of jealousy for his newer students (Gintoki, Takasugi, and Katsura), leading to the tragic chain of events that destroyed their school. Despite his injuries, Takasugi manages to defeat Oboro,