We got Naruto, Team 7, Team 8, Team 10, as well as Team Guy and the Sand Siblings, plus the Sannin. In only 135 episodes, Naruto introduced us to all the key protagonists for the rest of the series, and fully fleshed them out with distinct personalities, interesting backstories, and powerful relationship dynamics. Not to mention that the Chuunin Exam Arc is still my favorite story arc in all of Naruto, followed by the Sasuke Retrieval Arc which had the best written fights of all time (back when fights were about theme and smarts, not just who has the most chakra and willpower).
It lost the jovial levity that made Naruto so fun in the first place. Related: Popular games, TV, and movies that shaped geek cultureĪnd while the optimism of Naruto was intoxicating, the darker tone of Naruto Shippuden often felt like it took itself too seriously.
The simplicity of Naruto’s singular goal and the progression of obstacles he had to overcome led to some of the most powerful moments in anime, and it was a lot easier to follow because the story was so focused. In retrospect, I find that Naruto was more enjoyable overall.
The tone of the series grew quite a bit darker as well, shifting from the youthful exuberance and optimism of Naruto’s childhood to the uncomfortable realities of adulthood, war, and grief. Sasuke talks to Hokages | Hashirama Sage Mode vs.
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