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Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Naruto: Why Tobi acted like a goofball before revealing his true identity
Unlike much of the world of Naruto, where antagonists are often left-wing, terrorist, and brimming with hardcore backstory, When fans were first introduced to Tobi in Naruto Shippuden, he appeared to be the exact opposite—a goofy, clumsy character who was unexpectedly cheerful for a member of the vicious criminal organization Akatsuki. He couldn't be a locker room distraction because he joked around, got on his teammates' nerves, and didn't seem like a threat at all. Beneath that goofy mask and terrible pun delivery, though, was Obito Uchiha — one of the franchise's most complex and devastating characters. Tobi's behavior puzzled fans for the entire first half of Naruto Shippuden. It turned out his character and motives were far more sinister than they ever imagined. Tobi's goofy behavior wasn't Obito's idea To truly grasp what made Tobi such a petulant child, we must revisit the time when Obito Uchiha was believed to be deceased. After being crushed beneath a rock in the Third Great Ninja War, Obito was rescued by longtime series big bad Madara Uchiha, who took the broken pieces of Obito's body and replaced his lost limbs and organs with cells from the original Hokage, Hashirama Senju. Obito wasn't the only one who was recovering during this time. He was raised by an odd creature named Guruguru, a spiral-bodied White Zetsu clone. Even as a child, Guruguru had quite a goofy and childish personality, frequently teasing Obito and joking with him, using jokester tropes such as bathroom humor to get a rise out of the boy. He seemed to be the only one in the 'evil' trio that genuinely cared for Obito, becoming one of his first friends after his near-death experience. Guruguru's name, which means 'swirly' in Japanese, was chosen by Obito—named after the clone's spiral pattern. When Obito started getting bad at following and required assistance in traveling with his still-very-much-undone self, Guruguru joined him in the form of a Living Suit of ~Armor~ Guard. This combination formed the first 'Tobi'—a mix of Obito's consciousness and Guruguru's shape and character. Tobi was created to hide Obito's true identity Once returned from the dead, Obito eventually took over the Akatsuki, a rebellion of rogue ninjas with murderous intentions. Obito put on an act. He retained Guruguru's goofiness, he is a major comic relief character who plays unintentional straight man to Deidara, another Akatsuki member. Besides being badly written, this act served a dubious purpose to raise suspicion. Filling the Akatsuki with powerful, paranoid shinobi like Itachi Uchiha and Kisame Hoshigaki meant Obito couldn't just saunter in and start calling the shots. By appearing foolish he rendered himself powerless and insignificant. Someone that could not be heard, someone who was no danger. Behind the scenes, Obito had already been working under the guise of 'Madara,' orchestrating the events, recruiting the members and forming the Eye of the Moon Plan—a plan to cast the world into an eternal illusion using the power of the Ten-Tails and the Sharingan. How Guruguru and Obito became one Tobi's child-like exuberance didn't last. Except, at last, during the Fourth Great Ninja War, the truth was revealed. Tobi was actually Obito Uchiha. Though he pixelated his face, he took off the mask, dropped the clowning act, and began to reveal just how strong and evil his authoritarian nature truly is. His complete 180 on the issue surprised the hell out of both the fans and characters in the show, as his political flip flopping came out of nowhere. No longer was the Ninja Turtle who made puns about food and avoided battle. In his place loomed the figure of a new, implacable soldier, poised to remake the globe through violence if necessary. This transformation went to the heart of Obito's trauma—from seeing his friend Rin Nohara killed, to being used by Madara, to thinking peace could only come through absolute domination. The shift from clown to threat: Tobi's dark turn Tobi's childlike persona became more than just comic relief. This was a clever strategy that allowed Obito to walk among enemies undetected. It gave him the space to make clandestine plans, earn loyal protection, and conceal his true strength until the moment he was ready to pounce. It served to greatly amplify his eventual reveal. Fans had known him as comic relief for over half a season. The mask was finally ripped off, and the emotional gut punch landed that much deeper. To this day, Tobi's two-sided identity remains one of the biggest and most impactful twists in the Naruto franchise, an illustration of how far a person can travel in order to conceal pain, trauma, and ambition from a world behind a mask. Why Naruto fans still talk about Tobi's masked trickery Tobi's goofy disposition was by design. It had become a mask—both in the literal and figurative sense. Behind the playful child voice and learned circus-like mischief was a man brimming with pain, rage and a plan to change the world as we know it forever. His story serves as one of the most important Naruto lessons to fans, that in the Naruto universe, nothing is ever exactly as it seems, and often, the greatest threats arrive in the most surprising forms. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Naruto fans finally understand why his last name isn't Namikaze
Naruto Credit- Fandom He's the son of the Fourth Hokage, so why isn't his last name Namikaze like the rest of his family? If you guessed 'more educational content,' that answer runs deeper than you would think. Naruto Uzumaki, the title character of one of the most popular anime series on the planet, goes by his surname: Uzumaki. Something that has bugged long-time fans—and even casual viewers—since the start of the anime was the age-old question of why Naruto didn't have his father's last name, Namikaze. In many cultures, including the Western, children have historically inherited their last names from their fathers. Unlike Naruto. Instead, he inherits the last name of his mother, Kushina Uzumaki. This strange omission has baffled fans from day one, particularly when it's later revealed that his father is none other than Minato Namikaze, the illustrious Fourth Hokage of the Hidden Leaf Village. So what is the actual explanation for Naruto's last name? Or, as some have suggested, was it an elaborate scheme hidden in plain sight? A cultural choice, perhaps? Or something to shield him from criticism. So let's explore the real reason and the many reasons behind it. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Here's why Naruto was never named Naruto Namikaze The main justification for Naruto never adopting the name "Namikaze" was to spare his life. After the Nine-Tailed Fox assailed the Hidden Leaf Village, Naruto was made a target—mostly due to the fact that the beast was sealed within him by his own father, Minato. Minato had made a lot of enemies in the Third Great Ninja War, and if those enemies got wind that Naruto was his son, they would come after the child. They'd hurt and possibly even kill the baby in retaliation. Handing Naruto the Namikaze surname would have been branding him as a scapegoat, a target, an easy mark. The Third Hokage instead chose to use Kushina's last name, Uzumaki, as protection. When the Uzumaki Clan was close to being wiped out, very few remained who were familiar with them. So the name also served as a good decoy shield for Naruto's identity. The deeper significance underlying 'Uzumaki' There was an unseen power behind the name Uzumaki. The Uzumaki Clan was not only notorious for their long lifespans but their strong chakra. Kushina herself was the last host of the Nine-Tails before Naruto. Yet, with the arrival of Naruto, the clan was killed off and dispersed throughout the ninja world. That made the name harder for enemies to spot, it remained symbolic for anyone familiar with its history. By giving Naruto the name Uzumaki, he gave the character a legacy that was unexplained at the time. One that would only be revealed as the story continued and Naruto became more powerful. Why fans were hoping for 'Namikaze' In Western culture, children typically adopt their father's surname, which is why many Western fans were expecting Naruto to be called 'Naruto Namikaze.' Japan—and the ninja universe it spawned—has other traditions. In ancient Japanese culture, names were at times adopted for the purpose of clan power, status, and protection. If a maternal clan was elevated in renown or force, her name could be carried forward in place of the patriarch's. In Naruto's case, the Uzumaki name was both well-respected and convenient as a cover. Additionally, because Naruto was brought up as an orphan, the village had complete freedom to decide how they wanted to register his identity. Using an obscure name proved effective in keeping the now-adult child shielded from any would-be abductors. The real reason from the creator himself There's another important reason Naruto didn't use the Namikaze name—to keep the story's twist a surprise. Minato Namikaze was introduced early in the series as the Fourth Hokage, but the show didn't immediately reveal that he was Naruto's father. If Naruto had been called 'Naruto Namikaze' from the beginning, fans would have instantly known the truth, and it would have ruined one of the series' biggest reveals. Masashi Kishimoto, the creator of Naruto, wanted to build suspense around Naruto's past. Keeping Minato's identity a secret added emotional depth to the story and allowed for a powerful twist later in Naruto: Shippuden when their relationship was finally confirmed. Was it a missed opportunity or a smart move? While some fans still wish Naruto had proudly carried the Namikaze name, it's clear that the decision played a major role in shaping the story. It protected Naruto as a baby, helped the anime maintain suspense, and allowed viewers to discover his true legacy piece by piece. And by keeping the Uzumaki name, Naruto honored his mother and carried forward a clan that had nearly been forgotten. In the end, he gave new life to the Uzumaki name—and became one of the strongest and most beloved shinobi in the entire ninja world. More than just a name—It was his shield Naruto's name wasn't just a label. It was a shield. A secret. A powerful symbol of where he came from—and who he would become. Whether you're a new viewer or a longtime fan, it's these kinds of thoughtful details that show why Naruto remains one of the most iconic anime of all time. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why did Kakashi kill Rin in Naruto Shippuden? Explained
Naruto Shippuden and the tales related to it are like a discussion that can go on for eternity. While some of the stories were fulfilling, the others were gut-wrenching. And when it comes to tragedy king Kakashi, most of the events were heartbreaking until he grew up. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now One such event is when Kakashi took the life of Rin. Despite being discussed a lot amongst the cult fans, a majority of followers still don't know the reason behind the heartbreak that sent Obito Uchiha on a dark path and forced Kakashi to shut down his emotions. Moving ahead in the article, let's have a look at the reason behind the tragedy. Rin's death and the reason behind it Kakashi, Rin, and Obito were on a mission first, where Obito got severely injured. Knowing that he will die for sure, Obito gave his one-eyed Sharingan to Kakashi and asked him to protect Rin at all costs. In the Third Great Ninja War, Rin was kidnapped by the Shinobi of the Hidden Mist village. And she was forcibly made the Jinchuriki of the Three Tails. The plan of the Shinobis was to let Rin go to Hidden Leaf village, and as soon as the beast unleashes, it will destroy the people and the place. However, Kakashi comes to rescue and tries to take Rin to the Hidden Leaf village (so that they can solve the three-tailed problem with the help of elders). Due to constantly being attacked by enemies, Kakashi pulls off Chidori to eradicate the enemies. And the mishap happens here as Rin intentionally jumps in front of Kakashi. She did this to save Konoha from the attack of the three tails. The moment was not only shocking for Kakashi but also for Obito. The Uchiha saw the scene live and thought that Kakashi had betrayed him and broken the promise to keep Rin safe. This was the main reason why Obito went rogue (along with him being manipulated by Madara Uchiha) and in future became the initiator of the Fourth Shinobi War.
