Naruto, one of the Big Three in the world of anime and manga, has clear inspiration from another legendary franchise. In fact, Masashi Kishimoto himself admitted that it was Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball that taught him some of the most important basics of creating a manga.
After all, Toriyama was a living legend during his reign and you can’t help but fall under his influence.
Masashi Kishimoto Learnt an Important Lesson from Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball
Goku and Zeno | Dragon Ball Toei
In an interview with Anime News Network, Masashi Kishimoto talked about his inspirations during his formative years as a mangaka. The author began reading Dragon Ball during his grade school days and was completely hooked on it.
What Dragon Ball taught me is what was fun about manga, what makes a fun story in manga.
Masashi Kishimoto read Dragon Ball back when it was still...
After all, Toriyama was a living legend during his reign and you can’t help but fall under his influence.
Masashi Kishimoto Learnt an Important Lesson from Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball
Goku and Zeno | Dragon Ball Toei
In an interview with Anime News Network, Masashi Kishimoto talked about his inspirations during his formative years as a mangaka. The author began reading Dragon Ball during his grade school days and was completely hooked on it.
What Dragon Ball taught me is what was fun about manga, what makes a fun story in manga.
Masashi Kishimoto read Dragon Ball back when it was still...
- 6/7/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
There are many anime series where the secondary characters are more popular than the main characters. The biggest example of this is Naruto. Masashi Kishimoto’s magnum opus has featured many such characters who surpassed Naruto in popularity, either because of their power or their qualities as characters that define them.
A still from Kishimoto’s Naruto | Studio Pierrot
A few examples of these characters are Itachi Uchiha, Jiraya, Kakashi Hatake, Minato Namikaze, Madara Uchiha, etc. While Kishimoto had no idea that these well-written characters would become so popular, he did hope for two other secondary characters to gain a little bit of fame among the Naruto fanbase.
In an interview with Kobayashi Kendo, the Naruto creator revealed the names of two characters who he actually wanted to become popular but couldn’t. He even gave the reason behind why he thought that these characters could gain popularity among the...
A still from Kishimoto’s Naruto | Studio Pierrot
A few examples of these characters are Itachi Uchiha, Jiraya, Kakashi Hatake, Minato Namikaze, Madara Uchiha, etc. While Kishimoto had no idea that these well-written characters would become so popular, he did hope for two other secondary characters to gain a little bit of fame among the Naruto fanbase.
In an interview with Kobayashi Kendo, the Naruto creator revealed the names of two characters who he actually wanted to become popular but couldn’t. He even gave the reason behind why he thought that these characters could gain popularity among the...
- 6/5/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto is an artist with his characters and has given them exquisite backgrounds. But even Kishimoto wasn’t an ace mangaka when Naruto began, and this can be proven by the introduction of this one character.
Zabuza Momochi was an extremely strong shinobi introduced in the early stages of Naruto. He was also disposed of pretty quickly after exhibiting his strength.
Why was Zabuza Introduced at the Beginning of Naruto?
Zabuza | Naruto , Pierrot Studio
In an interview, Masashi Kishimoto was asked why Zabuza was introduced so early in the series. Kishimoto claimed that it was simply because he wanted to show off Kakashi’s strength. Zabuza was a pretty strong character who battled Kakashi in the Land of Waves prologue.
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However, Kakashi’s Sharingan gave him the upper hand pretty soon,...
Zabuza Momochi was an extremely strong shinobi introduced in the early stages of Naruto. He was also disposed of pretty quickly after exhibiting his strength.
Why was Zabuza Introduced at the Beginning of Naruto?
Zabuza | Naruto , Pierrot Studio
In an interview, Masashi Kishimoto was asked why Zabuza was introduced so early in the series. Kishimoto claimed that it was simply because he wanted to show off Kakashi’s strength. Zabuza was a pretty strong character who battled Kakashi in the Land of Waves prologue.
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However, Kakashi’s Sharingan gave him the upper hand pretty soon,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Boruto has been all about getting stronger. Whether it is for the original characters or the newer ones, each and every character has a purpose to fulfill. Boruto’s awakening of his karma, Himawari’s connection with Kurama, and Sarada’s possible stance in carrying her father’s legacy; all of which combine to create a story of growth and surpassing what the past set for them.
Kakashi Hatake in Naruto.
There are many who gained new powers but also those who lost them. Kakashi being one of them. Naruto Shippuden saw the end of his Sharingan. His and Obito’s battle with Kaguya led to a tragic sacrifice that took away Kakashi’s Sharingan in the process. While it was long since lost, that is not to say that it cannot be gained again.
Kakashi’s Lost Sharingan
Kakashi’s Sharingan was always linked to Obito. In his desperate times,...
Kakashi Hatake in Naruto.
There are many who gained new powers but also those who lost them. Kakashi being one of them. Naruto Shippuden saw the end of his Sharingan. His and Obito’s battle with Kaguya led to a tragic sacrifice that took away Kakashi’s Sharingan in the process. While it was long since lost, that is not to say that it cannot be gained again.
Kakashi’s Lost Sharingan
Kakashi’s Sharingan was always linked to Obito. In his desperate times,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex debuted an extremely intriguing power in its recent chapters. Boruto revealed an Op ability that was different than any other technique introduced in the series.
Code received first hand damage from Boruto’s new powers and its after-effects were enough to keep him down. So what is this Op ability? And is it a sustainable power for Boruto to keep using in the long run?
How does Boruto’s Rasengan Uzuhiko Work?
Rasengan Uzuhiko | Boruto Viz Media
Recently, the official website of Naruto revealed how Boruto’s Rasengan Uzuhiko works. Uzuhiko is prepared by Boruto by gathering the chakra around his body rather than just his palm. Additionally, it also uses the chakra of the planet’s rotation.
Once the attack comes in contact with the target, it infuses the rotating chakra into the victim. Thus, the target is hit with the full force of the planet’s rotation.
Code received first hand damage from Boruto’s new powers and its after-effects were enough to keep him down. So what is this Op ability? And is it a sustainable power for Boruto to keep using in the long run?
How does Boruto’s Rasengan Uzuhiko Work?
Rasengan Uzuhiko | Boruto Viz Media
Recently, the official website of Naruto revealed how Boruto’s Rasengan Uzuhiko works. Uzuhiko is prepared by Boruto by gathering the chakra around his body rather than just his palm. Additionally, it also uses the chakra of the planet’s rotation.
Once the attack comes in contact with the target, it infuses the rotating chakra into the victim. Thus, the target is hit with the full force of the planet’s rotation.
- 6/1/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Naruto is not just about epic battles and talk-no-jutsu. It is also the tale of an outcast who slowly gained friends and family. Masashi Kishimoto has beautifully illustrated Naruto’s difficult life to show readers his struggles.
From being an orphan and an outcast to losing his mentor and many close ones, Naruto has faced loss after loss. He was shaped by his hardwork and determination and still never chose the path of vengeance.
Naruto in Naruto Anime | Studio Pierrot
In an interview, Masashi Kishimoto explained how Naruto was inspired by his own life.
The Parallels Between Masashi Kishimoto and Naruto
Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga in Boruto | Studio Pierrot
During the publication of the final chapters of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto sat down to talk about the similarities between him and his protagonist. Kishimoto especially draws parallels between Naruto’s childhood with his own experiences.
I was unable to do...
From being an orphan and an outcast to losing his mentor and many close ones, Naruto has faced loss after loss. He was shaped by his hardwork and determination and still never chose the path of vengeance.
Naruto in Naruto Anime | Studio Pierrot
In an interview, Masashi Kishimoto explained how Naruto was inspired by his own life.
The Parallels Between Masashi Kishimoto and Naruto
Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga in Boruto | Studio Pierrot
During the publication of the final chapters of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto sat down to talk about the similarities between him and his protagonist. Kishimoto especially draws parallels between Naruto’s childhood with his own experiences.
I was unable to do...
- 5/31/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month and earlier this month I asked you to share your comfort anime characters with me. Which anime characters make you feel cozy and seen? Who do you identify with most and who do you just want to protect at all costs? There were too many characters nominated to name them all (you all really love your anime characters) so I’ve compiled a list of the top 10 most voted anime characters (plus a few extra callouts). Check out the list of your top comfort characters below! 10. Shoyo Hinata Haikyu!! Related: 20 Best Haikyu!! Quotes by Character Kenma received a few votes of course, with most people just pointing out how cute he is. But the Haikyu!! character with the most votes was Shoyo Hinata, the hopeful volleyball player at the center of the anime. Those who voted for Hinata admire his tenacity and ability to overcome obstacles.
- 5/30/2024
- by Carolyn Burke
- Crunchyroll
How many of you were inspired to learn Japanese after binge-watching anime? If you did, let’s hope you didn’t use any anime phrases in real life. But if you have already made the mistake of saying ‘Dattebayo’ after every sentence, you need to know why people might be laughing at you behind your back.
Masashi Kishimoto, the author of Naruto, is no doubt a one-of-a-kind storyteller, but did you know he is also a trickster? The famous Naruto catchphrase, which has let itself into every otaku’s vocabulary, disguising itself as a profound word, is actually not a real Japanese word at all.
Masashi Kishimoto Tricked You With Naruto’s Famous Catchphrase
A shocked Naruto Uzumaki (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
“Dattebayo”, the word that can unite an entire fandom, in reality, does not have any meaning. Yes, you heard it right. While the English dubbed or subbed version of...
Masashi Kishimoto, the author of Naruto, is no doubt a one-of-a-kind storyteller, but did you know he is also a trickster? The famous Naruto catchphrase, which has let itself into every otaku’s vocabulary, disguising itself as a profound word, is actually not a real Japanese word at all.
Masashi Kishimoto Tricked You With Naruto’s Famous Catchphrase
A shocked Naruto Uzumaki (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
“Dattebayo”, the word that can unite an entire fandom, in reality, does not have any meaning. Yes, you heard it right. While the English dubbed or subbed version of...
- 5/28/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Bleach and Naruto, two pillars of the Big Three, have been holding the fort even after so long. While Naruto finished a long time ago, Bleach is still completing its final phase. Still, both series have been at the top of the game for a long time. All thanks to their manga creators, Masashi Kishimoto and Tite Kubo.
Bleach anime by Tite Kubo | Studio Pierrot
Both Kubo and Kishimoto are legends and have inspired many other manga creators. When their manga series was serialized, both of them became rivals to attain the top spot in the industry. However, the rivalry came with mutual respect for each other and their work. This respect was honored by Kubo when he gave a tribute to Kishimoto and his masterpiece.
A few years ago, Kubo decided to honor the Naruto manga creator by drawing an illustration of the characters from Naruto. The two characters...
Bleach anime by Tite Kubo | Studio Pierrot
Both Kubo and Kishimoto are legends and have inspired many other manga creators. When their manga series was serialized, both of them became rivals to attain the top spot in the industry. However, the rivalry came with mutual respect for each other and their work. This respect was honored by Kubo when he gave a tribute to Kishimoto and his masterpiece.
A few years ago, Kubo decided to honor the Naruto manga creator by drawing an illustration of the characters from Naruto. The two characters...
- 5/27/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
During Jump Fest 2022, the creators of Naruto announced that four new episodes of Masashi Kishimoto’s masterpiece will be released with new animation. This project was commemorated to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Naruto, and the official animation studio of Naruto, Studio Pierrot, was going to handle the project.
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden | Studio Pierrot
While the project got delayed a couple of times, the series has now offered some major updates about Naruto’s TV animation project. According to the update, the four episodes will most likely be launched this year as a celebration of Naruto completing 20 years as one of the biggest anime series of all time to ever get released.
As soon as the news went online, fans shared their opinions about the upcoming Naruto anime. While some fans were happy with their favorite series finally getting four potentially new episodes, others were not too confident about...
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden | Studio Pierrot
While the project got delayed a couple of times, the series has now offered some major updates about Naruto’s TV animation project. According to the update, the four episodes will most likely be launched this year as a celebration of Naruto completing 20 years as one of the biggest anime series of all time to ever get released.
As soon as the news went online, fans shared their opinions about the upcoming Naruto anime. While some fans were happy with their favorite series finally getting four potentially new episodes, others were not too confident about...
- 5/27/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
With Himawari Surpassing Naruto, Kishimoto Needs to Give One Character a Power That Surpasses Sasuke
Naruto has been a lot about legacies as much as it has been about surpassing those legacies. For the titular character to live up to Minato’s reputation and then ahead of it to Sasuke’s journey of the same accord. The story has a lot to do with growth, acceptance, and surpassing already set expectations at their own pace and way.
Himawari Uzumaki using the Byakugan | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex aims to continue its journey exactly that way and more. Through the stories of Boruto and Himawari, there is a certain flow in which the story is progressing. A pattern is being followed so as to set not just up these characters as legacies of the protagonist and his friends and foes, but also to create an individuality of their own through those characters.
Himawari is the Perfect Jinchuriki After Naruto
Chapter 10 of Boruto: Two Blue...
Himawari Uzumaki using the Byakugan | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex aims to continue its journey exactly that way and more. Through the stories of Boruto and Himawari, there is a certain flow in which the story is progressing. A pattern is being followed so as to set not just up these characters as legacies of the protagonist and his friends and foes, but also to create an individuality of their own through those characters.
Himawari is the Perfect Jinchuriki After Naruto
Chapter 10 of Boruto: Two Blue...
- 5/26/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
If you are sad about Gojo’s death, please seek therapy from your friends who like Naruto. From Jiraiya to Itachi, Masashi Kishimoto never let fans feel a scarcity of emotional deaths. Naruto fans have been living with trust issues before trust issues were a thing.
So when Edo Tensei was later introduced in the series, the obvious question of fans was: Where was this technique when Jiraiya died? However, it is crucial for you to know that Jiraiya’s death had purpose, which would have been completely defeated, had he been revived.
In an interview regarding The Last: Naruto the Movie, Kishimoto explained why he never revived Jiraiya.
Why Masashi Kishimoto Never Brought Jiraiya Back With Edo-Tensei
Jiraiya’s death in Naruto anime | Crunchyroll
Jiraiya is one of the most central characters in Naruto. He became a tutor to the future Hokage and guided him through life. With his...
So when Edo Tensei was later introduced in the series, the obvious question of fans was: Where was this technique when Jiraiya died? However, it is crucial for you to know that Jiraiya’s death had purpose, which would have been completely defeated, had he been revived.
In an interview regarding The Last: Naruto the Movie, Kishimoto explained why he never revived Jiraiya.
Why Masashi Kishimoto Never Brought Jiraiya Back With Edo-Tensei
Jiraiya’s death in Naruto anime | Crunchyroll
Jiraiya is one of the most central characters in Naruto. He became a tutor to the future Hokage and guided him through life. With his...
- 5/25/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Satoru Gojo, the strongest mortal Jujutsu sorcerer, is often portrayed as flippant. He does what he wants, whenever he wants, and is not scared to toss his students in the face of danger when he believes they are ready. More than half of Jujutsu Kaisen fans depend on Gojo and so does everyone in the anime/manga.
Jujutsu Kaisen has never created a love interest for Gojo and nor has he ever been interested in anyone. Yes, he is a strong sorcerer who does not have any lovey-dovey time. But is his busy-ness really an excuse for never liking anyone?
Gojo Does Not Want to Make the Same Mistake as Yuta
Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen | Crunchyroll
Gojo might look careless and distant from emotions, but what if he had to culminate the feature by himself? Humans are doomed to be social creatures, to love and care for others, and Gojo is no exception to it.
Jujutsu Kaisen has never created a love interest for Gojo and nor has he ever been interested in anyone. Yes, he is a strong sorcerer who does not have any lovey-dovey time. But is his busy-ness really an excuse for never liking anyone?
Gojo Does Not Want to Make the Same Mistake as Yuta
Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen | Crunchyroll
Gojo might look careless and distant from emotions, but what if he had to culminate the feature by himself? Humans are doomed to be social creatures, to love and care for others, and Gojo is no exception to it.
- 5/23/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Spoiler Alert: Contains Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Manga Spoilers Ahead!
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga series has been gaining a pretty impressive run so far among fans, with a commendable storyline that has considerably stronger characters than before. Even within its already released nine chapters, it has introduced some critically new nemesis to the saga, increasing the excitement by lengths never experienced before with the younger Uzumaki’s tale.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex. | Credit: Viz.
That said, it is once again returning to the readers, with the release of its tenth chapter right around the horizon. And just like nearly every update before, this new chapter only further teases something unexpected and entertaining for fans that they would end up loving: A fight between two Uchihas which just might result in the bringing back of Sasuke at some point in time.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 Tease:...
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga series has been gaining a pretty impressive run so far among fans, with a commendable storyline that has considerably stronger characters than before. Even within its already released nine chapters, it has introduced some critically new nemesis to the saga, increasing the excitement by lengths never experienced before with the younger Uzumaki’s tale.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex. | Credit: Viz.
That said, it is once again returning to the readers, with the release of its tenth chapter right around the horizon. And just like nearly every update before, this new chapter only further teases something unexpected and entertaining for fans that they would end up loving: A fight between two Uchihas which just might result in the bringing back of Sasuke at some point in time.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 Tease:...
- 5/17/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Where to Buy the Naruto Crocs Shoes: Price and Release Date Revealed - Main Image
Years ago, Crocs weren’t seen as particularly fashionable. Now though, the brand’s signature style has become incredibly popular, enough that it has collaborated with lots of popular IP. Now, Crocs unveiled a new Naruto footwear collection for 2024, and here’s where to buy them along with their release dates.
This is not the first time that Naruto and Crocs have teamed up, as there was a previous collection that featured Naruto and Kakashi clogs.
For this latest crossover though, there are four designs to choose from, which are themed after more fan-favorite characters from the series.
Check out All the Naruto Crocs 2024 Footwear Collection Designs
Up first is the Sasuke Uchiha classic clog. While it’s based on the signature Crocs silhouette, this pair is sure to grab a lot of attention as...
Years ago, Crocs weren’t seen as particularly fashionable. Now though, the brand’s signature style has become incredibly popular, enough that it has collaborated with lots of popular IP. Now, Crocs unveiled a new Naruto footwear collection for 2024, and here’s where to buy them along with their release dates.
This is not the first time that Naruto and Crocs have teamed up, as there was a previous collection that featured Naruto and Kakashi clogs.
For this latest crossover though, there are four designs to choose from, which are themed after more fan-favorite characters from the series.
Check out All the Naruto Crocs 2024 Footwear Collection Designs
Up first is the Sasuke Uchiha classic clog. While it’s based on the signature Crocs silhouette, this pair is sure to grab a lot of attention as...
- 5/17/2024
- EpicStream
Anime and footwear are once again teaming up, this time in an upcoming Naruto Crocs collaboration that's exclusively heading to Foot Locker. The Naruto x Crocs line launches on June 6, 2024, and features a set of Crocs designs that draw inspiration from the characters of Masashi Kishimoto's ninja saga, including Sasuke, Itachi, Minato and Jiraiya. The line will be available via Foot Locker , Kids Foot Locker and Champs Sports. Check out some samples below. Sasuke (Photo Credit: Foot Locker) Itachi (Photo Credit: Foot Locker) Minato (Photo Credit: Foot Locker) Jiraiya (Photo Credit: Foot Locker) Related: Hunter x Hunter Reebok Collaboration Features Sneakers Inspired by Gon, Hisoka and More The original Naruto anime and its sequel series Naruto Shippuden are available to watch right here on Crunchyroll, which describes the series as such: The Village Hidden in the Leaves is home to the stealthiest ninja. But twelve years earlier, a fearsome...
- 5/16/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto is one of the most popular Shonen Series that features a number of iconic female characters, such as Kurenai, Mei Tarumi, Ino Yamanaka, Konan, and many more. However, two characters stand out, particularly in the series, it is none other than Hinata Hyuga and Sakura Haruno.
A young Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga
While fans of the series immensely love the former character for her looks and attributes and how she treats our protagonist, they hate the latter for the same. The hate for Tsunade Senju’s apprentice is the most extreme of all anime characters. It looks like Kishimoto-san has chosen his favorite female character out of the two, as he prefers the Byakugan princess over a strange reason that the medical ninja can not change.
Masashi Kishimoto Chooses Hinata Hyuga Over Sakura Haruno Over an Uncanny Explanation
Fans of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto often...
A young Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga
While fans of the series immensely love the former character for her looks and attributes and how she treats our protagonist, they hate the latter for the same. The hate for Tsunade Senju’s apprentice is the most extreme of all anime characters. It looks like Kishimoto-san has chosen his favorite female character out of the two, as he prefers the Byakugan princess over a strange reason that the medical ninja can not change.
Masashi Kishimoto Chooses Hinata Hyuga Over Sakura Haruno Over an Uncanny Explanation
Fans of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto often...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The relationship between Sasuke and Sakura is one of the most debated topics in Naruto. Fans have always argued whether the two characters were right for each other or not. Nevertheless, Masashi Kishimoto was able to make it work, thanks to a piece of advice that he got from the editor of the series, Kosuke Yahagi.
Sasuke and Sakura
Sasuke and Sakura’s relationship is considered by many to be one of the most toxic relationships in the history of anime because of the way Sasuke treated Sakura. Because of his ambition to find his elder brother, Itachi Uchiha, Sasuke neglected, and even insulted, Sakura’s feelings to a great extent. Ultimately, when the series concluded, the two ended up together.
In 2014, Kishimoto revealed that he had no idea about how to proceed with the three protagonists of his magnum opus, but Yahagi helped him create the perfect scenario for Naruto,...
Sasuke and Sakura
Sasuke and Sakura’s relationship is considered by many to be one of the most toxic relationships in the history of anime because of the way Sasuke treated Sakura. Because of his ambition to find his elder brother, Itachi Uchiha, Sasuke neglected, and even insulted, Sakura’s feelings to a great extent. Ultimately, when the series concluded, the two ended up together.
In 2014, Kishimoto revealed that he had no idea about how to proceed with the three protagonists of his magnum opus, but Yahagi helped him create the perfect scenario for Naruto,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto took it upon himself to create one of the big three shonen works. Naruto stands out in many ways and not just one. Each and every step he took with the series provided an extra set of fans to join in. No story starts off with a bang and maintains that pace without effort. It takes dedication, understanding, and flexibility to make something stand out in the way Naruto does.
Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Kishimoto, ever since the first chapter, has been nothing but expressing his heart out. The love that is required to make such a work also coincides with the planning and flow. There can also be certain directions that one may not initially be aware of, only to take the road not taken. However, one such advice not only became a boon, but also a bane.
Masashi Kishimoto Got Guidance from His Editor
Masashi Kishimoto,...
Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Kishimoto, ever since the first chapter, has been nothing but expressing his heart out. The love that is required to make such a work also coincides with the planning and flow. There can also be certain directions that one may not initially be aware of, only to take the road not taken. However, one such advice not only became a boon, but also a bane.
Masashi Kishimoto Got Guidance from His Editor
Masashi Kishimoto,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 9 Hints Return of a Villain That Took Both Naruto and Sasuke to Beat
Masashi Kishimoto has created a fair share of villains in both Naruto and Boruto that can act as formidable foes to the titular characters and all those who stand beside them. An endless list of some of the most carefully crafted antagonists have a gallery of their own in the world of Naruto. Through Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, a lot of complexities come into play.
Naruto is one of the biggest anime works in the shonen genre
While some have been murmuring about the possibility for the series to finally escape the shadow of its predecessor, others can also focus on the fact that it may be bringing elements back to get fans who long since left after the end of Kishimoto’s magnum opus. Villains such as Madara, Obito, and Orochimaru all have their base in Naruto. While the sequel series has its own fair share of characters. However,...
Naruto is one of the biggest anime works in the shonen genre
While some have been murmuring about the possibility for the series to finally escape the shadow of its predecessor, others can also focus on the fact that it may be bringing elements back to get fans who long since left after the end of Kishimoto’s magnum opus. Villains such as Madara, Obito, and Orochimaru all have their base in Naruto. While the sequel series has its own fair share of characters. However,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
There are always two stereotypes followed in shonen mangas and animes, those that Masashi Kishimoto understood very clearly when he began working on Naruto. He had always taken great care when creating characters, making sure not to go too far with one or too little with another. This gave Kishimoto the opportunity to better explore his characters and make them more relatable.
Naruto painting the Hokage faces (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
This allowed him to give individuality to his creations in a way that made them stand out and blend with the crowd at the same time. He made crucial decisions about why one character had to be too smart while another was not even a little. In turn, he made a conscious decision to turn Naruto into a character whose vocabulary wasn’t as vast and whose mind wasn’t as sharp.
Masashi Kishimoto Made Naruto a Dimwit
Masashi Kishimoto,...
Naruto painting the Hokage faces (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
This allowed him to give individuality to his creations in a way that made them stand out and blend with the crowd at the same time. He made crucial decisions about why one character had to be too smart while another was not even a little. In turn, he made a conscious decision to turn Naruto into a character whose vocabulary wasn’t as vast and whose mind wasn’t as sharp.
Masashi Kishimoto Made Naruto a Dimwit
Masashi Kishimoto,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
A few years ago, Masashi Kishimoto and Yoshihiro Togashi sat down together for an interview, where they also answered some fan questions about their creative process and other aspects of Naruto and Hunter x Hunter. One fan question during the discussion prompted Togashi to compare Kishimoto to Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli.
Naruto and Sasuke in a still from Naruto
Miyazaki is one of the legends in the anime industry and is known primarily for his works like Spirited Away, The Boy and the Heron, Princess Mononoke, Howl’s Moving Castle, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, and many more. The creator has won two Academy Awards in the Best Animated Feature category for Spirited Away and The Boy and the Heron.
During the interview, Kishimoto and Togashi were discussing their drawing skills when they were kids, and that’s when Togashi compared Kishimoto’s skills with Studio Ghibli’s director.
Naruto and Sasuke in a still from Naruto
Miyazaki is one of the legends in the anime industry and is known primarily for his works like Spirited Away, The Boy and the Heron, Princess Mononoke, Howl’s Moving Castle, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, and many more. The creator has won two Academy Awards in the Best Animated Feature category for Spirited Away and The Boy and the Heron.
During the interview, Kishimoto and Togashi were discussing their drawing skills when they were kids, and that’s when Togashi compared Kishimoto’s skills with Studio Ghibli’s director.
- 5/1/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto is one of the most important figures to lead the manga and anime industry in the direction of worldwide popularity. His magnum opus is among the most extraordinary pieces of fiction ever made. Naruto had a massive influence on millions of fans and continues to inspire people through Naruto Uzumaki’s ‘never giving up’ mentality.
Everything that the mangaka did had an unusual reason for it. Fans often ask why the mangaka made Naruto Uzumaki a knucklehead, even though he was a genius. One of the recent interviews of Masashi Kishimoto revealed the reason behind it. The creator gave each character a unique set of characteristics, and in the protagonist’s case, it was the ‘knucklehead’ characteristics.
Naruto Uzumaki’s Personality Was Based On Knuckle-headedness Naruto Uzumaki after the Fourth Great Ninja War (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
Masashi Kishimoto carefully created each character to fulfill every requirement for his magnum opus.
Everything that the mangaka did had an unusual reason for it. Fans often ask why the mangaka made Naruto Uzumaki a knucklehead, even though he was a genius. One of the recent interviews of Masashi Kishimoto revealed the reason behind it. The creator gave each character a unique set of characteristics, and in the protagonist’s case, it was the ‘knucklehead’ characteristics.
Naruto Uzumaki’s Personality Was Based On Knuckle-headedness Naruto Uzumaki after the Fourth Great Ninja War (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
Masashi Kishimoto carefully created each character to fulfill every requirement for his magnum opus.
- 4/30/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
In their quest to create a unique character, mangakas often build an overpowered or ‘stronger than the rest’ protagonist, who has plot armor from the get-go. Whether it is Dragon Ball or One Piece, the heroes are always a class apart. So, how come Naruto turned out to be such a goofy loser?
For Masashi Kishimoto, off-screen character development is not a viable option, which is why he built Naruto from scratch. For a major part of the anime, the protagonist is seen losing, suffering, training, and getting defeated until he learns from all his mistakes.
Consequently, watching Naruto’s journey helped readers and watchers develop a close bond with him.
How is Naruto ‘Different’?
Masashi Kishimoto took inspiration from himself while creating Naruto. He was a poor student, who gave up very easily. He created Naruto to resemble what he always wanted to be: resilient. In an interview published...
For Masashi Kishimoto, off-screen character development is not a viable option, which is why he built Naruto from scratch. For a major part of the anime, the protagonist is seen losing, suffering, training, and getting defeated until he learns from all his mistakes.
Consequently, watching Naruto’s journey helped readers and watchers develop a close bond with him.
How is Naruto ‘Different’?
Masashi Kishimoto took inspiration from himself while creating Naruto. He was a poor student, who gave up very easily. He created Naruto to resemble what he always wanted to be: resilient. In an interview published...
- 4/28/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
If Orochimaru’s 180-degree turn in Naruto Shippuden was surprising to you, you still have a lot more to process. From being a slimy snake bent on destroying Konoha to losing his toxic ambition and helping Sasuke, the Sannin has come a long way.
Once again. Masashi Kishimoto has created a complex character who goes beyond his role as a villain to add meaning to the series as a whole. Orochimaru settles down in Boruto and even takes care of Mitsuki, his partial clone who studies with Boruto.
However, just like any other child, Mitsuki also becomes curious about his guardian. Orochimaru’s parenting moment reveals a lot about him.
Orochimaru’s History in Naruto
Before we get into the whole discussion of gender fluidity, first fans need to understand Orochimaru’s history, and how he developed his opinion. Orochimaru developed the Living Corpse Reincarnation technique that allowed him to...
Once again. Masashi Kishimoto has created a complex character who goes beyond his role as a villain to add meaning to the series as a whole. Orochimaru settles down in Boruto and even takes care of Mitsuki, his partial clone who studies with Boruto.
However, just like any other child, Mitsuki also becomes curious about his guardian. Orochimaru’s parenting moment reveals a lot about him.
Orochimaru’s History in Naruto
Before we get into the whole discussion of gender fluidity, first fans need to understand Orochimaru’s history, and how he developed his opinion. Orochimaru developed the Living Corpse Reincarnation technique that allowed him to...
- 4/28/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Naruto is one of the most legendary anime-manga series, featuring a wide variety of characters and numerous villages. It is packed with action, plot twists, suspense, and soul-shattering deaths. Masashi Kishimoto has penned multiple arcs, with one of the most legendary arcs being the Chunin Exam arc, which significantly altered the flow of the story.
Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto. | Credit: Screengrab from Star Session’s interview on YouTube.
Despite being one of the strongest and most fan-favorite arcs, we might never have seen it if Masashi Kishimoto’s editors hadn’t forced him to draw it. The author revealed that he was not into the idea of drawing any tournament arcs because it would “kill” him; however, he had to give in to his editor’s persuasion, as they clearly stated to him that he had to do it even if it killed him, resulting in one of the greatest arcs ever.
Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto. | Credit: Screengrab from Star Session’s interview on YouTube.
Despite being one of the strongest and most fan-favorite arcs, we might never have seen it if Masashi Kishimoto’s editors hadn’t forced him to draw it. The author revealed that he was not into the idea of drawing any tournament arcs because it would “kill” him; however, he had to give in to his editor’s persuasion, as they clearly stated to him that he had to do it even if it killed him, resulting in one of the greatest arcs ever.
- 4/27/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
Goku, the protagonist of Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball, has received multiple power-ups over the years. From Super Saiyan 1 to Ultra Instinct, Goku’s strength has significantly grown in the series as he unlocks new forms every time he faces a strong rival or antagonist in Dragon Ball. These forms are the result of his extreme training and the need to save everyone.
Goku Ultra Instinct
However, there is one power-up of Goku that may have taken inspiration from another popular anime series. This power-up is called Perfected Ultra Instinct (Giant Form), and it looks like for this ability, Toriyama took inspiration from Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto. Toriyama’s taking inspiration from Naruto is a big achievement for Kishimoto.
The Giant Form of Ultra Instinct looks a lot like one of the strongest Uchiha techniques, called Susanoo. It made an appearance in Dragon Ball Super on two separate occasions, and...
Goku Ultra Instinct
However, there is one power-up of Goku that may have taken inspiration from another popular anime series. This power-up is called Perfected Ultra Instinct (Giant Form), and it looks like for this ability, Toriyama took inspiration from Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto. Toriyama’s taking inspiration from Naruto is a big achievement for Kishimoto.
The Giant Form of Ultra Instinct looks a lot like one of the strongest Uchiha techniques, called Susanoo. It made an appearance in Dragon Ball Super on two separate occasions, and...
- 4/26/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The manga industry has been gifted with a lot of talented creators, including Masashi Kishimoto and Hiro Mashima, i.e. the genius minds behind Naruto and Fairy Tail respectively. However, all of these mangakas have different styles and approaches based on their own personal preferences and ways of thinking, and not all of them follow the same process while developing their respective storylines.
(L-r): Naruto and Fairy Tail.
That being, mangaka Mashima sensei even proved this claim that not all mangakas use the same approach while curating their masterpieces by revealing how he had no idea how one of his best manga projects would ever end. This goes contradictory to Mangaka Kishimoto sensei, who once revealed that he had known right from the beginning how he wanted to end his iconic saga!
This One Fact Sets Hiro Mashima Apart From Masashi Kishimoto
Usually, artists and comic book creators know...
(L-r): Naruto and Fairy Tail.
That being, mangaka Mashima sensei even proved this claim that not all mangakas use the same approach while curating their masterpieces by revealing how he had no idea how one of his best manga projects would ever end. This goes contradictory to Mangaka Kishimoto sensei, who once revealed that he had known right from the beginning how he wanted to end his iconic saga!
This One Fact Sets Hiro Mashima Apart From Masashi Kishimoto
Usually, artists and comic book creators know...
- 4/21/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Remember when, a couple of years ago, Kurama died in Boruto? Well, back then, we talked about how it happened and why Kishimoto killed one of the series’ most popular characters. We also talked about how bringing Kurama back wouldn’t make much sense and how it would lessen the impact of Fox’s death in the first place, but… well… as you might have guessed by now – Kurama is, indeed, back in Boruto and despite the fact that many think it is bad writing, the world is once again a better place with Kurama back.
The scoop comes from the latest chapter of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, Chapter #9, which sees Himawari, who has been the prime candidate for Kurama’s potential host for some time (we had predicted that Boruto being the Fox’s potential host is unlikely), interact with a small, child version of Kurama, who asks her...
The scoop comes from the latest chapter of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, Chapter #9, which sees Himawari, who has been the prime candidate for Kurama’s potential host for some time (we had predicted that Boruto being the Fox’s potential host is unlikely), interact with a small, child version of Kurama, who asks her...
- 4/20/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
If you were asked to name the most complex characters in Naruto, surely you would recall Kakashi, Itachi, Orochimaru, or even Madara. As it turns out, author Masashi Kishimoto’s opinion is far apart from any fan’s expectation.
It’s not the intense background-wielding characters that scare the author; it is the stubborn yet complex personality of a Team 7 member that gave him a run for his money. By now, you must have guessed the character already, yes it is Sasuke Uchiha, the deutraginist to Naruto who will be discussed in this article.
Which character was the most difficult to maintain in Naruto?
Masashi Kishimoto claims that depending on how he wanted his characters to work, there were no particularly difficult characters. However, Sasuke was the one who bothered him the most, because he he didn’t act until given an appropriate enough situation.
Sasuke Uchiha – Naruto Shippuden
Kishimoto...
It’s not the intense background-wielding characters that scare the author; it is the stubborn yet complex personality of a Team 7 member that gave him a run for his money. By now, you must have guessed the character already, yes it is Sasuke Uchiha, the deutraginist to Naruto who will be discussed in this article.
Which character was the most difficult to maintain in Naruto?
Masashi Kishimoto claims that depending on how he wanted his characters to work, there were no particularly difficult characters. However, Sasuke was the one who bothered him the most, because he he didn’t act until given an appropriate enough situation.
Sasuke Uchiha – Naruto Shippuden
Kishimoto...
- 4/19/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto played a big part in rescuing the famous Shonen Jump magazine from closing down during the early 2000s. A lot of people started liking anime due to Naruto. The popularity of Naruto is very high all around the world, even those who have never seen this show can easily recognize its characters.
However, not many know about the creator of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto, including some hardcore fans. Kishimoto Sensei is a respected manga artist and many other mangakas find inspiration in his work.
Naruto Uzumaki in Naruto Shippuden
Actually, the most in-demand animated TV show, Jujutsu Kaisen, written by Gege Akutami, has a connection to Naruto. The special art style of Kishimoto Sensei has been greatly influential for recent anime shows.
Masashi Kishimoto’s Journey from Struggle to Success with Naruto
Masashi Kishimoto is famous for originating the Naruto franchise, which is considered one of the...
However, not many know about the creator of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto, including some hardcore fans. Kishimoto Sensei is a respected manga artist and many other mangakas find inspiration in his work.
Naruto Uzumaki in Naruto Shippuden
Actually, the most in-demand animated TV show, Jujutsu Kaisen, written by Gege Akutami, has a connection to Naruto. The special art style of Kishimoto Sensei has been greatly influential for recent anime shows.
Masashi Kishimoto’s Journey from Struggle to Success with Naruto
Masashi Kishimoto is famous for originating the Naruto franchise, which is considered one of the...
- 4/17/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
Regardless of whether you’re a new, old, or seasoned anime watcher; Naruto holds a special place in the hearts of every anime fan. Many people start their anime journey by watching Masashi Kishimoto’s magnum opus; hardly any one of them may have regretted their decision. With its amazing arc build-ups, character development, and fights that belong in the Hall of Fame, who would regret watching such a masterpiece?
Masashi Kishimoto has penned down some of the most robust yet wholesome characters in the anime world, and Hashirama Senju is among them. As the first Hokage, he played a crucial role in the series by founding Konoha village and forging relations with other villages.
Hashirama Senju
Despite being such an important character, fans still don’t know the reason for his demise, even though the story concluded over a decade ago. According to a fan theory, Hashirama’s death...
Masashi Kishimoto has penned down some of the most robust yet wholesome characters in the anime world, and Hashirama Senju is among them. As the first Hokage, he played a crucial role in the series by founding Konoha village and forging relations with other villages.
Hashirama Senju
Despite being such an important character, fans still don’t know the reason for his demise, even though the story concluded over a decade ago. According to a fan theory, Hashirama’s death...
- 4/16/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto has given his mind, body, and soul to make Naruto and all its following works a smashing success. From the protagonist’s journey in growing as a character to achieving an unimaginable amount of power, there has been patience and understanding that makes Naruto such a liked character. However, he wasn’t the only character to have arcs worth of development.
A still from Naruto
Each character has their own strengths and weaknesses. Some make them stand out while others help them blend in the crowd. What makes a character better is their understanding of what makes them stronger or weaker. In Naruto’s case, however, it would seem that one weakness was out of his own abilities as well.
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Naruto may be the seventh Hokage now but it took him a great amount of training.
A still from Naruto
Each character has their own strengths and weaknesses. Some make them stand out while others help them blend in the crowd. What makes a character better is their understanding of what makes them stronger or weaker. In Naruto’s case, however, it would seem that one weakness was out of his own abilities as well.
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Naruto may be the seventh Hokage now but it took him a great amount of training.
- 4/16/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto is told from the perspective of the young and brave protagonist. It is through Naruto’s eyes that we discover the shinobi world and its various adventures.
While fans are quite satisfied with this arrangement, Masashi Kishimoto often thinks of a more experimental approach to the story. In a 2015 interview with Anime News Network, Kishimoto revealed that he often thinks about how the shinobi world would look from the perspective of other characters, especially one that is close to the hearts of every fan.
Which character’s perspective did Masashi Kishimoto want to retell Naruto from? Jiraiya – Naruto
In the interview, Masashi Kishimoto was reminded that most of Naruto is told from Naruto’s point of view, as he is the central character. However, there are a lot of interesting and quirky characters in the series, so which character would he choose for the role?
“I...
While fans are quite satisfied with this arrangement, Masashi Kishimoto often thinks of a more experimental approach to the story. In a 2015 interview with Anime News Network, Kishimoto revealed that he often thinks about how the shinobi world would look from the perspective of other characters, especially one that is close to the hearts of every fan.
Which character’s perspective did Masashi Kishimoto want to retell Naruto from? Jiraiya – Naruto
In the interview, Masashi Kishimoto was reminded that most of Naruto is told from Naruto’s point of view, as he is the central character. However, there are a lot of interesting and quirky characters in the series, so which character would he choose for the role?
“I...
- 4/15/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto is one of the most celebrated mangaka ever. He is the creator of the Naruto franchise, which has become a pillar of the booming manga and anime industry. He began serializing the manga in 1999, and the anime started to air in 2001. Since then, it has become a cult classic, with its popularity increasing each day.
Naruto Uzumaki’s journey is inspiring and has motivated several people. Apart from him, Masashi Kishimoto’s magnum opus has other inspiring characters, too. Out of all the characters, there are two with whom the fans from America can especially empathize. They represent a certain quality that every human has, and needs to overcome through hard work. The characters in question are Sakura Haruno and Rock Lee.
Masashi Kishimoto Knowingly Made Sakura and Lee Weak Sakura Haruno (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
After the Fourth Great Ninja War, no anime fan will dare to call...
Naruto Uzumaki’s journey is inspiring and has motivated several people. Apart from him, Masashi Kishimoto’s magnum opus has other inspiring characters, too. Out of all the characters, there are two with whom the fans from America can especially empathize. They represent a certain quality that every human has, and needs to overcome through hard work. The characters in question are Sakura Haruno and Rock Lee.
Masashi Kishimoto Knowingly Made Sakura and Lee Weak Sakura Haruno (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
After the Fourth Great Ninja War, no anime fan will dare to call...
- 4/13/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Assassin’s Creed has always been in the core of our hearts. Whenever a new installment pops out, the excitement level goes to a whole new level. Just like the Assassin’s Creed Red. Ubisoft officially revealed this title in September 2022. However, since then, it’s just rumors and leaks about the game.
However, a recent leak has sparked some dissatisfaction among the fans regarding race, instead of fueling more excitement. This leak showcases the Assassin’s Creed Red main menu. But somehow it might have hurt people’s feelings as well.
The Newest Assassin’s Creed Red Leak Sparks Controversy
People are not very happy with the recent leak of Assassin’s Creed Red.
In a now-deleted post, credible leaker Game Pass Tracker shared a screenshot of the newest addition to the Assasin’s Creed franchise. According to previous leaks and also this screenshot, Assassin’s Creed Red is going to feature two protagonists,...
However, a recent leak has sparked some dissatisfaction among the fans regarding race, instead of fueling more excitement. This leak showcases the Assassin’s Creed Red main menu. But somehow it might have hurt people’s feelings as well.
The Newest Assassin’s Creed Red Leak Sparks Controversy
People are not very happy with the recent leak of Assassin’s Creed Red.
In a now-deleted post, credible leaker Game Pass Tracker shared a screenshot of the newest addition to the Assasin’s Creed franchise. According to previous leaks and also this screenshot, Assassin’s Creed Red is going to feature two protagonists,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Nilendu Brahma
- FandomWire
Jujutsu Kaisen is an anime that does not take any obstacle as a reason to stop it from succeeding. It was recently announced by the Guinness Book of World Records that Gege Akutami’s masterpiece is the world’s most in-demand anime. Not only did it surpass the Big Three, but it did so by being decades younger than Dragon Ball, Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach.
Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen
While many would find it confusing as to why Jujutsu Kaisen was able to rise the ranks in a way no other anime could, there are many factors that come into play here. Out of which 5 stand out more than others.
1. Writer’s Discretion Over Viewer’s Opinion
Gege Akutami is perhaps one of the bravest mangakas in shonen works because of the way they kill off characters without any fear. In the wise words of Tatsuki Fujimoto, “Kill your darlings.
Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen
While many would find it confusing as to why Jujutsu Kaisen was able to rise the ranks in a way no other anime could, there are many factors that come into play here. Out of which 5 stand out more than others.
1. Writer’s Discretion Over Viewer’s Opinion
Gege Akutami is perhaps one of the bravest mangakas in shonen works because of the way they kill off characters without any fear. In the wise words of Tatsuki Fujimoto, “Kill your darlings.
- 4/11/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Fans always like crossovers, which – whether they are official or fan-made – show us a hypothetical scenario in which our favorite characters meet our other favorite characters they would usually not meet. And while in-universe crossovers are not that uncommon, inter-universe crossovers rarely happen officially, but fans are often there to create a great crossover event that other fans can enjoy. One such recent event happened when YouTube user 牙牙的包裹 (Xiaozhangdeaoliao) combined two fights from the most recent season of Jujutsu Kaisen with some scenes from the Naruto series, creating a very believable crossover fight which we are going to show you here.
Of course, this is just a fan-made video, as there is really no chance of an official crossover between Akutami’s and Kishimoto’s series, not because the two authors would be against it, but because their universes are completely different and a crossover wouldn’t really make much sense.
Of course, this is just a fan-made video, as there is really no chance of an official crossover between Akutami’s and Kishimoto’s series, not because the two authors would be against it, but because their universes are completely different and a crossover wouldn’t really make much sense.
- 4/11/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Jujutsu Kaisen has been scoring one win after another ever since its second season managed to impress fans worldwide. The anime industry is full of fan animations and edits that not only help in expressing creativity but are enclosed within what can only be described as Pandora’s box. Some of these edits are beautiful enough to linger in one’s mind.
Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
While there are some that get engraved in ways that would leave someone scarred. One fan edit brings together the world of two of the biggest anime; Naruto and Gege Akutami’s magnum opus. Pitting two characters against each other is nowhere near a new concept, but to see Sasuke Uchiha go up against the King of Curses?
Jujutsu Kaisen: Gojo Satoru’s Greatest Asset Was the Reason He Couldn’t Have More ‘Black Flashes’ Than Nanami – Explained
Now that is another story altogether.
Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
While there are some that get engraved in ways that would leave someone scarred. One fan edit brings together the world of two of the biggest anime; Naruto and Gege Akutami’s magnum opus. Pitting two characters against each other is nowhere near a new concept, but to see Sasuke Uchiha go up against the King of Curses?
Jujutsu Kaisen: Gojo Satoru’s Greatest Asset Was the Reason He Couldn’t Have More ‘Black Flashes’ Than Nanami – Explained
Now that is another story altogether.
- 4/9/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Chapter 55 (episode 218) of Boruto will go down in history as the most cursed installment of the series. In this chapter/episode, Kurama leaves Naruto forever after their joint attempt to end Isshiki. While the Baryon Mode helps Naruto defeat Isshiki, it also snatches Kurama away from him.
Since then, Naruto has been reduced to a mere side character. Of course, Naruto’s degradation was met with enough criticism and has become one of the top 10 anime betrayal moments.
Yet, the absence of Kurama may give Naruto an even bigger chance of individual growth.
Can Naruto use Baryon Mode despite Kurama’s absence?
Baryon mode was Naruto’s strongest move, at the risk of draining his and Kurama’s life force. In fact, Kurama sacrificed himself just to defeat Isshiki. The Baryon Mode is created by consuming Naruto and Kurama’s chakras as raw materials. In the absence of Kurama, it...
Since then, Naruto has been reduced to a mere side character. Of course, Naruto’s degradation was met with enough criticism and has become one of the top 10 anime betrayal moments.
Yet, the absence of Kurama may give Naruto an even bigger chance of individual growth.
Can Naruto use Baryon Mode despite Kurama’s absence?
Baryon mode was Naruto’s strongest move, at the risk of draining his and Kurama’s life force. In fact, Kurama sacrificed himself just to defeat Isshiki. The Baryon Mode is created by consuming Naruto and Kurama’s chakras as raw materials. In the absence of Kurama, it...
- 4/5/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
"Suicide Squad Isekai," premiering this July, bridges the worlds of DC Comics and anime. "Isekai" is a popular anime genre; meaning "another world" in Japanese, Isekai anime follows an everyman lead being transported to a magical realm, "Alice in Wonderland" style. This time, the "everyman" leads are Harley Quinn (played by Anna Nagase instead of Margot Robbie), Deadshot, Peacemaker, King Shark, and Clayface.
Wit Studio ("Attack on Titan") is producing "Suicide Squad Isekai," but the series is only happening thanks to Warner Bros. Japan. Variety recently reported that Warner Bros. plans for DC Comics-inspired anime are only beginning. Like Disney, Warner Bros. has noticed an audience appetite for anime and is responding to it.
James Gibbons, Warner Bros. Discovery president of Asia-Pacific, told Variety:
"We've looked at our DC universe and said, 'Can we take these characters and reinvent them in [the] world of anime,' which is not straightforward because...
Wit Studio ("Attack on Titan") is producing "Suicide Squad Isekai," but the series is only happening thanks to Warner Bros. Japan. Variety recently reported that Warner Bros. plans for DC Comics-inspired anime are only beginning. Like Disney, Warner Bros. has noticed an audience appetite for anime and is responding to it.
James Gibbons, Warner Bros. Discovery president of Asia-Pacific, told Variety:
"We've looked at our DC universe and said, 'Can we take these characters and reinvent them in [the] world of anime,' which is not straightforward because...
- 4/1/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
If you are in a fight and see a guy enter with a Blackbeard tattoo on his back, forego it. You do not want to be decimated by Ben Whittaker, the silver medalist boxer from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
The boxer recently came into the spotlight because of his cocky fighting style and power moves, combining which can humble his opponents. A viral tweet from the boxer stated “You don’t win silver, you lose gold. I’m very disappointed – I feel like a failure.” You can easily pick up his determination from his words.
Along with his winning streak, he became popular because of his anime tattoos. Recent interviews exposed his inner geek, which has gained him some additional otaku fans.
Does Ben Whittaker like anime?
Yes, Ben Whittaker is a huge anime fan, and he owns up to it in an interview with Team Azim TV. He confesses that...
The boxer recently came into the spotlight because of his cocky fighting style and power moves, combining which can humble his opponents. A viral tweet from the boxer stated “You don’t win silver, you lose gold. I’m very disappointed – I feel like a failure.” You can easily pick up his determination from his words.
Along with his winning streak, he became popular because of his anime tattoos. Recent interviews exposed his inner geek, which has gained him some additional otaku fans.
Does Ben Whittaker like anime?
Yes, Ben Whittaker is a huge anime fan, and he owns up to it in an interview with Team Azim TV. He confesses that...
- 3/30/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Who doesn’t like a good Naruto reference? Turns out it is Jujutsu Kaisen Blu-ray producers. Season 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen gained traction due to the outstanding animation and heartbreaking scenes. (side eyes Toji)
As usual, the release of the Blu-Ray version followed the second season. In fact, the Blu-Ray came out in Japan on March 20, 2024. Fans have been waiting for the release, and now that it is out, the episodes are being examined with a magnifying glass in classic detective style.
Toji Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2
Fans have already discovered several discrepancies between the original TV version and the newly edited one. The most noticeable one is the removal of a scene in which Toji looks like Sasuke.
What was the Naruto reference in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2?
A very obvious Naruto reference has been removed from the Blu-ray of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2. In episode 15 of season 2, Toji Fushiguro fights Dagon,...
As usual, the release of the Blu-Ray version followed the second season. In fact, the Blu-Ray came out in Japan on March 20, 2024. Fans have been waiting for the release, and now that it is out, the episodes are being examined with a magnifying glass in classic detective style.
Toji Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2
Fans have already discovered several discrepancies between the original TV version and the newly edited one. The most noticeable one is the removal of a scene in which Toji looks like Sasuke.
What was the Naruto reference in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2?
A very obvious Naruto reference has been removed from the Blu-ray of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2. In episode 15 of season 2, Toji Fushiguro fights Dagon,...
- 3/30/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Orochimaru was one of the most evil shinobi in the Naruto verse. He was the most talented out of the three Legendary Sannin, and Hiruzen Sarutobi expected great things of him. But instead of walking down the right path, he chose to seek vengeance on the Leaf Village and tried to destroy the village on multiple occasions.
He experimented on several human beings and created a faction from the Sound Village shinobi to carry out his missions. Orochimaru was fond of forbidden jutsu and was always on the lookout to decode those jutsu using experimentation. But later on, he left his evil ways behind. Fans believe him to be the prime reason why Jiraiya was not reanimated during the Fourth Great Ninja War.
Orochimaru Prevented Jiraiya From Edo Tensei Orochimaru
Jiraiya’s death was one of the saddest deaths in anime history. No one expected it, and when it happened,...
He experimented on several human beings and created a faction from the Sound Village shinobi to carry out his missions. Orochimaru was fond of forbidden jutsu and was always on the lookout to decode those jutsu using experimentation. But later on, he left his evil ways behind. Fans believe him to be the prime reason why Jiraiya was not reanimated during the Fourth Great Ninja War.
Orochimaru Prevented Jiraiya From Edo Tensei Orochimaru
Jiraiya’s death was one of the saddest deaths in anime history. No one expected it, and when it happened,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Sasuke, the deuteragonist of Naruto, had a steep descent into vengeance. The once cool and collected character, who everyone had a minor crush on, became a cold and heartless man after the Uchiha clan massacre.
By choosing the path of revenge, Sasuke served as the perfect foil for Naruto, who decided to pursue peace instead. It was because of Sasuke that Naruto realized why revenge should not be chosen.
Many fans might have a love-hate relationship with Masashi Kishimoto due to Sasuke’s dark era, but the mangaka has declared once and for all that he will never regret his decisions and why they were important.
Why was Sasuke’s evil arc necessary in Naruto?
In an interview with Kana, Masashi Kishimoto discussed the differences between Naruto and Sasuke, and why it was necessary. According to Kishimoto, he deliberately made the two characters oppose each other in their thinking.
Sasuke and Itachi
Naruto,...
By choosing the path of revenge, Sasuke served as the perfect foil for Naruto, who decided to pursue peace instead. It was because of Sasuke that Naruto realized why revenge should not be chosen.
Many fans might have a love-hate relationship with Masashi Kishimoto due to Sasuke’s dark era, but the mangaka has declared once and for all that he will never regret his decisions and why they were important.
Why was Sasuke’s evil arc necessary in Naruto?
In an interview with Kana, Masashi Kishimoto discussed the differences between Naruto and Sasuke, and why it was necessary. According to Kishimoto, he deliberately made the two characters oppose each other in their thinking.
Sasuke and Itachi
Naruto,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Naruto has conquered the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. When the anime industry was slowly growing, Naruto made a massive leap towards worldwide popularity. While two-thirds of the Big Three of anime were making a name within the boundaries of Japan, Masashi Kishimoto’s name was sailing over the entire world. Naruto Uzumaki’s journey from a village outcast to a hero is quite commendable.
But when fans watched the anime for the first time, they could not control themselves from getting angry after seeing the treatment he received from the villagers. Even though the evil spirit of the Nine-Tails Fox was stored inside him, he was the son of the Fourth Hokage. He never got the respect he deserved. The fans believe it was all due to the third Hokage’s fault for not fulfilling the promise he made to Kushina.
Third Hokage Played A Major Role In...
But when fans watched the anime for the first time, they could not control themselves from getting angry after seeing the treatment he received from the villagers. Even though the evil spirit of the Nine-Tails Fox was stored inside him, he was the son of the Fourth Hokage. He never got the respect he deserved. The fans believe it was all due to the third Hokage’s fault for not fulfilling the promise he made to Kushina.
Third Hokage Played A Major Role In...
- 3/28/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Whenever we talk about the anime community, one name that comes to mind is the legendary Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto. Responsible for being the brain behind one of the all-time best-selling Manga and anime series that have sold over 250 million copies worldwide, Kishimoto has cemented his legacy as one of the true Mangaka after Akira Toriyama.
The Evolution of Kishimoto’s Artistry and Naruto
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto
Through Masashi Kishimoto’s entry, the arena into the world of manga became distinctive after he tweaked his artistic skills to fit the shonen genre. His decision to change his creativity was the turning point in his career and a critical factor that later propelled him to success with Naruto.
Boosting image references from Melos (The Shaman King) to the instruction of animator Tetsuya Nishio, Kishimoto modified his drawing style to be more resonant with the younger crowd of the magazine Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump.
The Evolution of Kishimoto’s Artistry and Naruto
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto
Through Masashi Kishimoto’s entry, the arena into the world of manga became distinctive after he tweaked his artistic skills to fit the shonen genre. His decision to change his creativity was the turning point in his career and a critical factor that later propelled him to success with Naruto.
Boosting image references from Melos (The Shaman King) to the instruction of animator Tetsuya Nishio, Kishimoto modified his drawing style to be more resonant with the younger crowd of the magazine Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump.
- 3/20/2024
- by Archak
- FandomWire
Boruto has taken a massive jump into its story with it Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Arc. Unlike the Naruto series, the show has suddenly become darker as Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga have been sealed away. Everyone’s memories have been fabricated, as they steadfastly believe that Kawaki is the savior of the Hidden Lead Village and Boruto Uzumaki has become a rogue shinobi.
Boruto Uzumaki
While fans of the show are not much interested in reading the manga as there are only seven chapters. However, it looks like the new as well as the Og fans of the series are set to return to read the 8th chapter of the manga, as Jūra, who made a brief appearance in the 5th chapter is planning to attack and destroy the Hidden Leaf Village similar to what fans saw in the Pain Arc.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex’s Upcoming Chapter...
Boruto Uzumaki
While fans of the show are not much interested in reading the manga as there are only seven chapters. However, it looks like the new as well as the Og fans of the series are set to return to read the 8th chapter of the manga, as Jūra, who made a brief appearance in the 5th chapter is planning to attack and destroy the Hidden Leaf Village similar to what fans saw in the Pain Arc.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex’s Upcoming Chapter...
- 3/11/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Boruto took a massive jump to Two Blue Vortex. The plot suddenly became darker, with Naruto and Hinata being sealed away and everyone’s memories being altered. Everyone believes Kawaki to be the good guy and has forced Boruto Uzumaki to become a rogue shinobi. Even though there are only seven chapters in the latest manga, fans seem to have found their lost interest in Boruto’s story.
Apart from Naruto, Sasuke was also captured by the Claw Grimes, which led to the creation of Hidari. Hidari is one of the four strongest Claw Grimes, powered through Sasuke’s chakra. All these evil Claw Grimes seem to possess the Shinju Rinnegan. While the true extent of the dojutsu remains unknown, the fans believe it to be different than the Rinnegan from Naruto Shippuden.
Shinju Rinnegan’s Origin Rinnegan
The true origin of the Shinju Rinnegan is unknown, but the fans...
Apart from Naruto, Sasuke was also captured by the Claw Grimes, which led to the creation of Hidari. Hidari is one of the four strongest Claw Grimes, powered through Sasuke’s chakra. All these evil Claw Grimes seem to possess the Shinju Rinnegan. While the true extent of the dojutsu remains unknown, the fans believe it to be different than the Rinnegan from Naruto Shippuden.
Shinju Rinnegan’s Origin Rinnegan
The true origin of the Shinju Rinnegan is unknown, but the fans...
- 3/9/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
It's not often that an artist defines a whole genre and/or medium, but the mangaka Akira Toriyama — creator of "Dragon Ball" — was one of those. Tragically, he's now left us; the official "Dragon Ball" Twitter account has confirmed that Toriyama passed away on March 1, 2024, at the age of 68 due to an acute subdural hematoma. His family and loved ones have reportedly held a funeral service.
Born in 1955, Toriyama wanted to be an artist from a young age, inspired by works such as the Disney film "101 Dalmatians." He came into Weekly Shōnen Jump's good graces during his 20s after entering an art contest hosted by the magazine and, in 1980 at age 25, created his first hit manga: "Dr. Slump." After that series wrapped its four-year run, he started on "Dragon Ball."
Toriyama created "Dragon Ball" without any idea of the phenomenon it would become. The epic story of a monkey-tailed...
Born in 1955, Toriyama wanted to be an artist from a young age, inspired by works such as the Disney film "101 Dalmatians." He came into Weekly Shōnen Jump's good graces during his 20s after entering an art contest hosted by the magazine and, in 1980 at age 25, created his first hit manga: "Dr. Slump." After that series wrapped its four-year run, he started on "Dragon Ball."
Toriyama created "Dragon Ball" without any idea of the phenomenon it would become. The epic story of a monkey-tailed...
- 3/8/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
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