Naruto Shippuden Quotes

Here is the list of most inspirational, emotional and memorable Naruto Shippuden quotes

“If you don’t like your destiny, don’t accept it. Instead have the courage to change it the way you want it to be.” – Naruto Uzumaki

“The longer you live… The more you realize that reality is just made of pain, suffering and emptiness.” – Madara Uchiha

“Having too many bonds causes one to lose focus, weakening their strongest wish, their greatest desire.” – Sasuke Uchiha

“A place where someone still thinks about you is a place you can call home.” – Jiraiya

“Fear. That is what we live with. And we live it everyday. Only in death are we free of it.” – Neji Gyuga

“Peace under an illusion is not true peace. It’s only meaningful if the real world manages to accomplish it.” – Gaara

“When people get hurt, they learn to hate… When people hurt others, they become hated and racked with guilt. But knowing that pain allows people to be kind. Pain allows people to grow… and how you grow is up to you.” – Jiraiya

“I’ve been wondering… There must be a purpose for people being born into this world. Why are we here? What does it mean? I’ve been thinking about it a lot lately. I realized that finding our purpose IS the meaning. That’s why we’re here. And the ones who find it… They’re the only ones who are truly free.” – Kimimaro

“War brings death. And wounds and pain to both sides. There’s nothing harder to accept, than the deaths of those you love. So you believe they could never die. Especially those who haven’t known war.” – Nagato

“The moment people come to know love, they run the risk of carrying hate.” – Obito Uchiha

“Never give up without even trying. Do what you can, no matter how small the effect it may have!” – Onoki

“In the ninja world, those who don’t follow the rules are trash. But, those who abandon their friends are even worse than trash.” – Obito Uchiha

“Maybe, just maybe, there is no purpose in life… but if you linger a while longer in this world, you might discover something of value in it.” – Orochimaru

“A smile is the best way to get oneself out of a tight spot, even if it is a fake one. Surprisingly enough, everyone takes it at face value.” – Sai

“Every one of us must do what’s in their power! If we’re going to die anyway, then it’s better to die fighting than to do nothing!” – Sakura Haruno

No matter how strong-minded a woman is, she will show kindness to the man she loves.” Shikaku Nara

“People become stronger because they have things they cannot forget. That’s what you call growth.” – Tsunade

“It is only through the eyes of others that our lives have any meaning.” – Haku

“People live their lives bound by what they accept as correct and true. That’s how they define “reality”. But what does it mean to be “correct” or “true”? Merely vague concepts… Their “reality” may all be a mirage. Can we consider them to simply be living in their own world, shaped by their beliefs?” – Itachi Uchiha

Physical wounds will definitely bleed and may look painful but over time they heal by themselves and if you apply medicine, they will heal faster. What’s troublesome are wounds of the heart. Nothing is harder to heal. -Yashamaru 

“If you don’t share someone’s pain, you can never understand them.” – Nagato

“The concept of hope is nothing more than giving up. A word that holds no true meaning.” – Madara Uchiha

“When people are protecting something truly precious to them. They truly can become…as strong as they need to be!” – Haku

“If you believe in your dreams, I will prove to you, that you can achieve your dreams just by working hard.” – Rock Lee

“When a man learns to love, he must bear the risk of hatred.” – Madara Uchiha

“Often people have it wrong, mistakenly believing… that showing mercy to an enemy is kindness. They spare the foe whose life is in their hands. But don’t you see? It’s an empty existence, to go on living… alone and unloved… when defeat’s already cost you your dream!” – Haku

“A dropout will beat a genius through hard work.” – Rock Lee

“Power is not will, it is the phenomenon of physically making things happen.” – Madara Uchiha

“Even I can tell that hatred is spreading. I wanted to do something about it…but I don’t know what. I believe… that someday the day will come when people truly understand one another!” – Jiraiya

“Father, is a person’s destiny a thing like a cloud flowing with an inescapable flow? Or can a person choose the flow he wishes… I still don’t know the answer to this. Either way the destination may be the same in the end. However by choosing to live like the latter, a person can live and strive towards a goal. And in this match I have finally understood those who have that are truly strong. Father, I have but one goal, I want to become stronger… Enough not to lose to anyone… That’s how I feel. Father, the birds are flying freely today… They look so happy.” – Neji Hyuga

“In this world, wherever there is light – there are also shadows. As long as the concept of winners exists, there must also be losers. The selfish desire of wanting to maintain peace causes wars, and hatred is born to protect love.” – Madara Uchiha

“You’re wrong, that’s not what makes a shinobi. You never did get it, a real ninja is one who endures no matter what gets thrown at him… Let me explain something to you, there is only one thing that matters if you are a shinobi, and it isn’t the number of jutsu you possess. All you do need, is the guts to never give up.” – Jiraiya

“Man seeks peace, yet at the same time yearning for war… Those are the two realms belonging solely to man. Thinking of peace whilst spilling blood is something that only humans could do. They’re two sides of the same coin… to protect something… another must be sacrificed.” – Madara Uchiha

“A person grows up when he’s able to overcome hardships. Protection is important, but there are some things that a person must learn on his own.” – Jiraiya

“People cannot show each other their true feelings. Fear, suspicion, and resentment never subside.” – Madara Uchiha

“Rejection is a part of any man’s life. If you can’t accept and move past rejection, or at least use it as writing material – you’re not a real man.” – Jiraiya

“A hero is not the one who never falls. He is the one that who gets up, again and again, never losing sight of his dreams.” – Rock Lee

“I could say I’m not sad, but I’d be lying. The problem is the world won’t let me stay a kid forever, so I can’t lie around crying about it either.” – Nara Shikamaru

The Legacy Of ‘Naruto’ Lives On In The ‘Boruto’ Manga

 Fans hoped they could continue the story of the legendary ninja in the anime that follows his son. But only the manga can do this ninja family justice.

It’s been three years since the story of “Naruto,” a universally beloved childhood anime, came to an end. The franchise that captured the hearts of millions across the world has since continued its journey with a sequel anime, “Boruto: Naruto Next Generations,” that follows the life of Naruto’s son and his fellow ninja. To the colossal disappointment of fans, the “Boruto” anime buckled under the pressure of upholding the Naruto legacy and continues to release vapid episodes for its sinking ship of a saga.

How could “Boruto” ever stand a chance in stepping out of the shadow of “Naruto,” a show so successful it spanned nearly 15 years? One could argue it was impossible for anything to live up to the cultural phenomenon of “Naruto”; the sequel was destined to fail.

Except that it wasn’t. “Boruto” had a remarkably promising beginning in 2015 with a movie adaptation, “Boruto: Naruto the Movie,” and a spin-off manga, “Naruto: The Seventh Hokage and the Scarlet Spring.” Each of these installments stayed true to the themes and characters of “Naruto,” enhanced by a fresh perspective on the interplay between a scientifically modernizing world and the humble, fantastical origins of ninja.

But when the creator of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto, released his grasp on the reins of “Boruto” and conceded creative liberty to a new set of writers, he left the promise of a worthy sequel anime regrettably unfulfilled. The show, in its lackluster attempt to capitalize on the nostalgia and success of its predecessor, has tarnished the esteemed reputation of “Naruto” by warping the franchise into a frilly, feeble slice-of-life anime without a soul.

However, the “Boruto” anime is not the sole continuation of the story of “Naruto.” The manga narrative of “Boruto” is an entirely different ballgame, and carries on the storyline after the events of the movie adaptation. The manga transcends the limitations of the black-and-white, unanimated graphic novel format, and keeps the soul of “Naruto” alive in large part due to the brilliant writing of Ukyo Kodachi and supervision of Kishimoto himself.

The “Boruto” anime fails by breaching the general rule that an anime series should closely adhere to the source material of the manga. With an entirely different version of the story created by a separate set of screenwriters, the anime continues to decline in quality, highlighting its own failings relative to the resounding triumphs of the manga.

The Anime Is Too Soft

 The “Boruto” anime’s greatest failing is its adoption of light-hearted themes and storylines. It is shameful that a show set in the ninja world, marked by characters with god-like powers of shinobi and multiple time-space dimensions, has episodes called “Hiashi’s Birthday” and “A Heaping Helping! The Eating Contest!” These episodes contribute nothing to an already shallow plot, focusing on meaningless, forgettable kindergarten escapades such as Boruto’s search for his grandfather’s birthday gift.

While Boruto enjoys a cushy lifestyle filled with hamburgers and rescuing cats, Naruto saved the world multiple times. He overcame the hefty burdens of being an orphan, ostracism from his village, the betrayal of his best friend and the constant threat of the Nine-Tailed Beast sealed inside of him. The stark overhaul of the themes of “Naruto” immediately disqualifies “Boruto” from being considered an appropriate sequel.

Even on the rare occasions that the anime draws from a manga plot line, the anime precedes the arc with inconsequential filler storylines. This draws out the arc for much longer than necessary, eliminates suspense and diminishes any possible payoff the viewer might feel at the climax. In the case of the Mujina Bandits arc, the preceding events at Hozuki Castle detracted from the main plot with needless characters and distracting subplots. The overall slower pacing of the anime consistently weakens its value as a source of entertainment — you’d be hard pressed to find an episode whose events develop any semblance of an overarching plot.

The Anime Has Poorly Developed Characters

“Boruto” further falls flat in its one-dimensional, unlikable, insipid characters. Many, like Shikadai Nara, are simply discount versions of their parents. These characters are way too similar in everything from their appearance to their abilities. The anime further leans way too heavily on the older characters of “Naruto,” recognizing its own failure to create distinctive characters and relying on the guest appearances of an exceptional prior cast.

The characters of “Boruto” overwhelmingly lack a driving force. Without a strong motivation, these characters fail to develop over the course of the story. Boruto’s primary motivation in the anime is to gain the respect of his father, who has been somewhat absent due to the demanding responsibilities of leading the village.

But Boruto’s reasons for training and becoming a ninja are incredibly weak when compared to Naruto’s own motivations. As a child, Naruto was abandoned by his village, rejected by his peers, never knew the love of his parents and lost his best friend to forces of evil. These influences all drove Naruto to grow as a character. He learned to understand the values of friendship and perseverance, all while repeatedly proving himself to be a strong leader and ninja.

In no world does Boruto’s desire for simple recognition from his father, while Boruto has everything else handed to him in life, create stakes in his story.Naruto was relatable and lovable because he was an underdog. He had to fight for everything he wanted from life and never gave up on his dreams despite the countless times he stumbled. In the absence of struggle, real conflicts or credible threats, the “Boruto” anime does not provide its characters with any chance for growth or meaningful development.

The Manga Successfully Builds on the “Naruto” Plot and Characters

Where the anime fails, the manga succeeds. The “Boruto” manga incorporates a unique amalgamation of science fiction and fantasy into its universe, adding a twist to the traditional world of chakra that gives the sequel a compelling hook. This builds on the world of “Naruto” without simply repeating what has already been done before.

The “Boruto” manga further provides ample room for its characters to develop. Instead of having dozens of characters introduced with each story arc, the manga limits its cast to a few key players: Boruto, Sarada, Mitsuki, Kawaki, Naruto, Sasuke and their foes. In devoting time and effort into its main characters, the manga thus allows its younger characters to grow and even surpass their predecessors as they navigate the novelty of technology mingled with the traditions of ninjutsu.

The manga further builds on “Naruto” by assigning a distinct role to the older characters. Instead of heavily leaning on the appearances of Naruto and Sasuke to lend credibility and excitement to the plot, these characters take on the roles of leaders, mentors and father figures to Boruto and the other children. They are still crucial in contributing their overpowered abilities and expertise of the ninja world; however, they provide enough space for their children to learn and grow on their own. Together, they serve as major guiding influences for Boruto.

The Manga Has Threatening Villains and Fresh Stakes

The cushy lives of the characters of the “Boruto” anime stand in stark contrast to the threatening villains of the manga. Kara, an organization likened to the Akatsuki, are powered by scientific modifications that shinobi must battle for the first time. In the background, the alien gods of the Otsutsuki clan are threatening to resurface for another shot at destroying the world as we know it.

Naruto and Sasuke are pushed to their breaking points by Jigen, an enemy with the ability to deflect their abilities. Meanwhile, Boruto and Kawaki are grappling with the implications of their “Karma” marks, which require the characters to act as vessels for Otsutsuki reincarnations. The high stakes of the “Boruto” manga make it exciting and suspenseful, keeping readers wanting more and willing to wait for the monthly installments of manga chapters.

If the producers of “Boruto” want to stop damaging the legacy of “Naruto,” they need to listen to fans and halt the production of the anime. They can only begin again when there is enough manga material to comfortably replicate, or they hire anime writers competent enough to create adequate stand-alone storylines.

10 Times Boruto Ignored Everything The Original Naruto Stood For

It’s one thing to try to set the Boruto series apart from its parent show and another to make the head-scratching decisions it has.

There have been several changes with Boruto that fans of Naruto haven’t always been pleased about. In some cases, it’s how characters are portrayed in the series, and in others, it’s the massive jump in technology the world experiences. Others just flat out don’t like Boruto as a character either.
The complaints are numerous and a lot of the time they are justified. Boruto has veered away from many things that made the original series so great. It’s one thing to try to set it apart from its parent show and another to make the head-scratching decisions it has.

10. Side Characters No Longer Matter

One of the things part 1 of Naruto did exceptionally well was use its side characters to their fullest. All of the characters in Team 10 underwent an arc, from Choji reaching his butterfly form, Ino growing to accept Sakura again, or Shikamaru overcoming his laziness. They all were important in their own ways.

Compare that with Team 10 in Boruto, and there is a huge difference. The only member who gets any screen time is Chocho, and she’s just Sarada’s friend, nothing more.

9. Power-Ups No Longer Feel Earned With Hard Work

Training arcs aren’t always the most exciting kinds, but they help show off a character’s progression very well. They were the lifeblood of Naruto up until the end of Shippuden.

Naruto always had to work hard for everything he got, and the same could be said of Sasuke as well. That doesn’t feel the same for Boruto, who has powerups just handed to him, from the Jogan to his Kama. It strips away the meaning of hard work always paying off.

8. Boruto Isn’t About Breaking The Cycle Of Hatred

The biggest theme of Naruto was breaking the cycle of hatred that was rooted in shinobi society. It’s why so many of his fights ended with some form of talk no jutsu, where he helped show the villain the error of their ways.
It’s only happened in Boruto once with Sumire. While it makes sense for Boruto to try to go in a different direction, the one they have has pretty much boiled down to defeating targets and moving on to the next one.

7. Villains Are No Longer Shaded In Grey

The difference between Akatsuki and Kara is a stark one. Even the minor members of Akatsuki had interesting stories or at least helped drive home a character development for another character. Both Pain and Itachi were brilliantly portrayed characters who had reasonings fans could empathize with.

That isn’t the case with Kara, as almost all of them are one-dimensional. They are there to be bad guys and nothing more than that. It makes them less interesting as a result.

6. There Aren’t Any Long-Term Threats

Another thing Naruto did a great job with was keeping villains around long enough to make an impact. Orochimaru was there from the very beginning of the series and is still making a small impact now.

Akatsuki showed up mid-way through part 1 and lasted until almost the end of the whole series. It’s a stark difference from Kara, who is already bleeding members. Outside of Koji, they only show up to get defeated and forgotten about.

5. Lack Of Character Connections Throughout The World

Part of what made Naruto so great is that the characters all seemed to know about each other. Some connections spread beyond the village. Itachi was innately tied to Sasuke, just as Nagato and Konan were to Jiraiya.
Everyone also knew who Madara was, giving his name a degree of weight. In Boruto, there isn’t any of that. It makes the world feel more static and less alive. Even the Otsutsuki are known only by their clan name.

4. Everything Revolves Around The Otsutsuki & The Chakra Fruit

While the end goal of Naruto was always achieving some form of peace in the world, be it with Nagato, Obito, or even Madara, it wasn’t the only thing that mattered.

Orochimaru only wanted to learn as many jutsu as he could, Kabuto only wanted to surpass his mentor, and others wanted to perfect their art. With Boruto, everything revolves around the Otsutsuki or the chakra fruit. No matter the character, that’s always the end goal.

3. Power Levels Aren’t Balanced As Well

In Naruto, both Naruto and Sasuke had the potential to be powerful characters, flashing that strength on more than one occasion. Despite this, it was all potential, as a hierarchy was in place.

Kakashi stood above them in power for all of part 1 and nearly half of Shippuden, helping give Team 7 a benchmark to measure itself. With Boruto, Konohamaru has already been surpassed by his students and often serves as nothing more than fodder for a new villain.

2. Boruto’s Rivalry Pales In Comparison To Naruto

For as annoying as Naruto’s constant forgiveness of Sasuke was, it was a well-handled rivalry for the most part. They helped push each other, and it told a good story of overcoming hatred. It was one of the main storylines in the whole series.

Boruto’s may reach that point with Kawaki, but as it currently stands, it took too long for him to appear. There isn’t the same connection between the two as Naruto and Sasuke had. To compensate, it feels as if their relationship is going to be rushed through.

1. Naruto’s Character Development Was Stunted

The biggest thing Boruto didn’t take or understand from the Naruto series is the title character himself. There are times in Boruto where Naruto does things he never would have in the original series. The way he casually neglects his duties as a father is something the character would never do.

He’d wanted his whole life to have a family that loved and cared for him. It’s never made sense why he’d then toss it aside once he had it. Naruto from the original series would always find a way to make time.