Naruto Uzumaki shares similarities with Kishimoto himself, reflecting the author's personal story. Kishimoto's favorite Akatsuki member is Hidan, showcasing his investment in well-crafted villains.

The satisfying visuals and choreographs of these Naruto fights make them stand out from the rest of the series.

Offering a solid mix of character development, worldbuidling, and exciting new power-ups, Naruto's training arcs are some of the best in anime.