Today, Naruto is not just a manga that was invented and painted by Masashi Kishimoto. This is a full-fledged project, consisting of an anime version in the form of a television series and films, as well as video games, novels, and a collectible card game.
What is manga for Japan
Manga refers to comics that have their own specifics. Their appearance is associated with American culture, which sharply broke into the life of ordinary Japanese after the Second World War. Comics have become so popular that almost everyone reads them - from children to the older generation.
Manga is different from classic American comics and has its own characteristics. This color gives this direction a certain ambiguity both in Russia and around the world.
Many consider manga to be exclusively part of popular culture. So, prints of Japanese comics are not considered bestsellers. Although their sales are quite impressive. For example, in 1994 the circulation of the book “Slam Dunk” amounted to 2.5 million copies.
Of course, not all Japanese read manga, but these products play a significant role in their lives. It attracts primarily with its visual character. It is also a fairly cheap and affordable form of leisure. Although no matter how interesting the next manga may be, in the end it turns into a boring television series and eventually ends up in the basket.
It’s quite hard for the author to constantly work for the general reader. People need more and more stories with their favorite characters, and the publisher is waiting for profit. One example of a successful Japanese comic book is Naruto. Manga for 15 years does not lose popularity and has its fans around the world.
The appearance of the first chapter of Naruto
The first chapter of the manga appeared in 1999. Released by its Japanese publisher Shueisha. To date, 51 volumes of Naruto have been released. The manga about the noisy and restless teenage ninja continues to captivate readers and viewers.
The first volume is called Naruto Uzumaki. He describes the stay of the protagonist in the Ninja Academy, the various stories in which he falls. After passing the final exams at the Academy, the main character falls into team number 7. It is led by Kakashi Hatake. Friends pass many tests and fight in fights with representatives of other teams. Towards the end of the chapter, Naruto agrees to become a disciple of Jiraiya, who is one of the main Sannins.
Manga Character Book
All Naruto characters have unique abilities, which are collected in a separate book. It is called "Sho no Shi." The book is illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto personally.
"Sho no Shi" contains such information about the heroes:
- height and weight;
- hobby;
- favorite food;
- rank;
- Mentors
- favorite phrase;
- branded jutsu.
The strongest characters of "Naruto"
The manga author did not expect his characters to be interesting to readers and viewers for 15 years. He could not complete the work in 5 years, as his editor had expected. According to the author, this is due to the fact that the characters of "Naruto" had to live their own lives, and not as their creator would have liked.
For those who read or watched manga, there is a list of the strongest heroes. Among the fans there are ongoing disputes about this, which do not find completion.
The top 10 strongest characters in Naruto can be created using your own subjective judgment. It will often not coincide with the opinions of others. For simplicity, the characters of "Naruto" will be described, starting with the strongest hero.
The top 10 included:
- Rikudo Senin.
- Madara Uchiha.
- Uzumaki naruto.
- Hashirama Senju.
- Uchiha Sasuke.
- Uzumaki Nagato.
- Uchiha Obito.
- Yakushi Kabuto.
- Uchiha Itachi.
- Minato Namikadze.
Rikudo Sennin
The character is also known as Hagoromo Ootsutsuki. This is a legendary person, he was the founder of ninjutsu art. He managed to defeat the Nine-Tails and seal it in his body.
His main goal was peace. He could not achieve this. His strength was so great that even on his deathbed he was able to seal the nine-tailed demon in the moon he created. He is rightly considered the strongest shinobi.
Madara Uchiha
One of the founders of Hidden Fox Village is Madara. His character was formed in the era of endless wars. That is why he enjoys a fight with a worthy opponent.
Despite this, Madara still believes in a better future. He made friends with Harishama Senju. But after the death of his brother, Izuna begins to hate the Senju clan and his friend.
From time to time bright thoughts come to the hero about the renewal of peace between clans. However, complete insight came to him a moment before his second death. Madara recognizes Hashirama as her friend and leaves the world alone.
Uzumaki naruto
As a child, Uzumaki Naruto was raising fear in the village. This was due to the fact that the terrible demon - the Nine-Tails, was imprisoned in it. Despite the hatred from the villagers, the boy dreams of becoming a Hokage.
At the Ninja Academy, the hero is at the end of the list of academic performance. He is very lazy and hot-tempered. However, he has many talents and abilities. Gradually, his desire to become stronger all adds to his ability to work and helps to become one of the strongest genins.
A demon is enclosed in the hero’s body, and this contributes to the growth of his strength, which merges with the power of the Nine-Tails. However, the great danger is that if the Nine-Tailed Fox awakes completely, the first one he destroys will be Naruto.
Anime captivates viewers with such a plot.
Hashirama Senju
One of the founders of Liszt Village is Hashirama Senju, who is considered the god of shinobi. He was the only ninja who could outperform Madaru Uchiha.
By nature, he was a condescending and understanding person who loved to enjoy life. The hero devoted his life to the protection and development of his village. For this, he was ready to die.
Uchiha Sasuke
Unlike Naruto, Uchiha Sasuke had no problems with academic performance. On the contrary, he studied very well at the Academy. Without exaggeration, we can say that he is a brilliant ninja.
In team No. 7 Sasuke, Naruto got together precisely because of their opposite qualities. They are able to complement each other.
Uchiha Sasuke is distinguished by icy calm. However, behind him is a rampant avenger. He is ready to do anything to get to the murderer of his clan. He understood that this monster was his older brother Uchiha Itachi.
The character’s favorite phrase is words that explain the meaning of his life: “I am the avenger ...”.
Uzumaki Nagato
The official leader of Akatsuki is Nagato. He had a very difficult life since childhood. By nature, he is quite soft and restrained. In order to achieve peace, he had to get rid of compassion and become cold-blooded. This was expressed in the fact that Nagato was not important how many people would die to achieve the goal.
Only after talking with Naruto does the hero realize that he made a mistake in relation to the inhabitants of Konoha. He resurrects them at the cost of his own life. Many heroes changed their worldview Naruto. The list of characters continues as follows.
Uchiha Obito
The hero has long been considered dead. He acted under the pseudonym Toby and impersonated Uchiha Madara.
The character is presented as a person who is always late. The same as when entering the academy. During the battles he could show cowardice. He could also cry from something terrible or sad. The hero did not want to recognize his habit and claimed that something had got into his eye.
Yakushi Kabuto
In the anime “Naruto,” the list of characters is quite large. It continues with Yakushi Kabuto, who is one of the main antagonists. He is very polite and ready to help. In the battle with opponents, he loves to use their fear against themselves.
In order for people to do what he needs, Kabuto manipulates them. Orochimaru considers him an insidious personality. The first appearance of the character occurred in the 5th volume of Naruto. Anime has 220 episodes.
Uchiha Itachi
The most controversial character is Uchiha Itachi. His younger brother Sasuke, Naruto and other heroes know that he destroyed his clan. He left alive only his younger brother, whom he loved very much.
Everyone perceives the hero as a cold-blooded and heartless killer of his own clan. In fact, this is a completely balanced and empathizing with other people. He is able to sacrifice his own life for the well-being of others.
All his actions position him as a person who is able to well control himself, to talk about life. He is well versed in people. At the same time, he himself can well hide his emotions and lie. Itachi is not arrogant, he is able to admit his mistakes. In general, he is a kind and pleasant hero.
The inconsistency of his character lies in the fact that at first he is represented in the form of a negative hero, although in reality he turns out to be a very noble person.
Minato Namikadze
The character of Minato Namikadze is known for being the father of the main character of the manga - Naruto. It was he who sealed the Nine-Tailed Fox into his son in order to save the village.
He died at 24. By character, the hero was distinguished by his calmness and composure, not characteristic of his son. Minato Namikadze possessed good insight and did not commit acts for no reason.
He loved his wife and son very much. At the birth of Naruto, his father even burst into tears. To save the village, he had to take advantage of the capabilities of his son, who became an outcast among the rescued residents.
These and other characters are featured in a series of video games. In Naruto: Revolution, characters are collected from all parts of the manga. The plot captures with thoughtful images and conflicting, lively characters of the characters.
In Naruto, the strongest characters fight each other, united in different teams. Their characters, adventures, battles captivate readers, viewers, video game lovers for 15 years.