Top 10 Best Naruto Characters

Naruto is undoubtedly one of the most popular and iconic anime series of all time, and its legion of devoted fans can attest to its immersive and captivating storytelling. With a vast array of memorable and unique characters, it's no wonder that fans have been debating who the best Naruto character is for years. From the fearless ninja Naruto Uzumaki to the seductive kunoichi Temari, each character brings something special to the table, whether it's their fighting skills, their unique backstory, or their quirky personality.

But what exactly makes a great Naruto character? Is it their impressive jutsu techniques, their unwavering determination, or their relatable flaws and vulnerabilities? Perhaps it's a combination of all of these factors that make a character truly unforgettable.

The Top Ten

Itachi Uchiha

Itachi Uchiha is a fictional character from the manga and anime series Naruto, which was created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is a member of the Uchiha clan and plays a key role in the series' storyline. Itachi is widely recognized for his complex character and significant influence on the plot.

I always loved and liked this character for many reasons. Then, when I finally had the chance to read about him, it just made me love him even more. Knowing that you'll risk it all just to save your little brother and your heart for the Hidden Leaf Village is truly amazing.
He's also mighty strong and has many tricks up his sleeve. Not to mention, his intelligence is far better and greater than others, which is truly something.
His story was tragic but heroic, just what you want out of a legendary character. He was. I have many other characters in mind who are cool and amazing in their own way, but by far, Itachi is my most favorite one of them all! Love the Naruto anime. Great show!
Naruto Uzumaki

Naruto Uzumaki is a fictional character and the main protagonist of the anime and manga series Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He first appeared in 1999 in Weekly Shōnen Jump and has since become one of the most iconic characters in anime and manga. Naruto's journey from a mischievous outcast to... read more

What! Second place! What's Naruto doing in second place? The show wouldn't be called Naruto if he wasn't the main character. It's not called Itachi. It's called Naruto. Naruto!
I don't know if you have or haven't seen some of the latest episodes of Naruto, but in those episodes, Naruto becomes friends with the Nine-Tails, and the Nine-Tails allows Naruto to use all of his power. And Naruto does use it multiple times throughout the series. It wasn't just a one-time thing.
So what I'm saying here is that Naruto is not only the main character of the anime Naruto, but he can easily beat the crap out of Itachi any time, any day.

First of all, Itachi could not beat Naruto in Sage Mode. Itachi is not even close to being as strong as Naruto. He's got the Nine-Tails Chakra Mode and the full Nine-Tails Chakra Mode, which could literally destroy Itachi in the blink of an eye.
The only way you could think that Itachi is better than Naruto is by being a huge fanboy. I mean, the show is literally named after Naruto himself. Do you really think the author would let Naruto lose to someone who's barely even been in the series of Naruto?
But I do agree that Itachi would've beaten Sasuke if he wasn't half-blind during their death battle. And that's all.
Kakashi Hatake

Kakashi Hatake is a fictional character in the manga and anime series Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He serves as the leader and mentor of Team 7, which includes Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Sakura Haruno. Kakashi is known for his mastery of the Sharingan eye and his calm, analytical approach... read more

Kakashi has always been one of my favorites. I have always known that Kakashi was one of the strongest characters - not in brute strength, and he doesn't have a tailed beast inside him, but he endured a horrible childhood.
Yes, many other characters did too, but I think Kakashi's might be one of the worst. He never knew his mother. His father committed suicide. Obito "died" in front of him. He killed Rin and was forced to live with the shame and guilt, even though he didn't mean to. As a result, he became cold and distant.
He turned down many teams because they didn't understand one simple thing: teamwork. Then he trained Team 7 into the great people they are today. Naruto is the Hokage, Sakura is a Jonin, and Sasuke is... well, uh... one of the most powerful shinobi of his time.
Not to mention that Kakashi was a Hokage himself. One of the best characters in Naruto.
Sasuke Uchiha

Sasuke Uchiha is a fictional character from the manga and anime series Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is a member of the Uchiha clan and one of the main characters in the series. Sasuke is portrayed as Naruto Uzumaki's rival and follows a complex path throughout the storyline.

People downplay his childhood so badly that it's disgusting. Why would he be happy if the person he loved above all, his older brother, killed their entire clan, including their family? Why would he trust anyone again if the one who promised he'd be there for him just vanished?
I hate the people who act like he should've gotten over losing his own parents. Then people act like everyone wanted him. If so, then why did nobody do anything when they saw that he was the only Uchiha alive? Why did the elders shrug it off? When Sasuke first arrived, Anko wanted him locked up in a cage, and the Sensei all objectified him.

A lot of fans misread him as "edgy" or "cold," but in reality, Sasuke's behavior is one of the most psychologically accurate portrayals of trauma and grief in Naruto. Some people expect trauma survivors to become gentle, kind-hearted, or extra "good." But that's not realistic. Real trauma often leads to withdrawal, distrust, anger, and emotional detachment.
Sasuke lost his entire clan and witnessed his brother slaughter them. That's beyond most people's comprehension. His coldness isn't heartlessness. It's self-preservation. He closes himself off because connection means vulnerability, and that vulnerability only made him suffer and become a target. People forget how hard Sasuke fights to stay composed. He's not emotionless. He's suffocating with pain he refuses to show. Why would he want attention if that led to villains going after him?
Gaara internalized his trauma as emptiness and madness before healing. Sasuke turned his into vengeance and self-isolation. Both are real reactions.
Gaara

Gaara is a fictional character in the Naruto manga and anime series created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is the jinchūriki of the One-Tailed Shukaku and possesses the ability to manipulate sand, which he stores in a large gourd carried on his back. Gaara later becomes the Fifth Kazekage of Sunagakure.

Gaara is amazing and deserves a good spot for many reasons. Not only is he powerful, but he is also tactical in his fights (except for when Shukaku took over).
Gaara would have won that fight with Deidara if he hadn't protected the village, but the fact that he did shows his good character. In the beginning, he was a bad guy due to his terrible past, which is worse than Sasuke's, but he changed for the better and worked hard to become Kazekage.
Gaara got my vote not only because of his powerful and incredible fighting style but mostly because of his story, personality, and how he changed and grew.

Gaara is amazing and deserves a good spot for many reasons. Not only is he powerful, but he is also tactical in his fights (except for when Shukaku took over).
Gaara would have won that fight with Deidara if he hadn't protected the village, but the fact that he did shows his good character. In the beginning, he was a bad guy due to his terrible past, which is worse than Sasuke's, but he changed for the better and worked hard to become Kazekage.
Gaara got my vote not only because of his powerful and incredible fighting style but mostly because of his story, personality, and how he changed and grew.
Madara Uchiha

Madara Uchiha is a fictional character in the Naruto manga and anime series created by Masashi Kishimoto. He first appears in "Part II" of the manga and the Naruto: Shippuden anime adaptation as one of the main antagonists.... read more

Madara's feelings toward Izuna in Naruto are best understood as genuine love that becomes intertwined with obsession after Izuna's death. Him partly falling due to Izuna's death makes sense as you realize how their relationship truly was, even with their limited time together. Madara and Izuna grew up fighting side by side during the Warring States Period, when family bonds were often the only source of trust and comfort. Tajima liked making them fight against each other, but Madara was always trying to improve to be Izuna's role model, and Izuna admired his elder brother. Madara considered Izuna his equal until the day he died, something very rare for him to admit.
After Izuna's death, Madara's grief begins to warp into something more extreme. Izuna willingly gave Madara his eyes to help him gain the Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan. While it was voluntary, Madara's later fixation on power is tied to this event. Madara's grief fuels his deep hatred of the Senju, especially Tobirama. Izuna becomes symbolic to Madara, a representation of loss and a core memory he cannot let go of.
Shikamaru Nara

Shikamaru Nara is a fictional character in the Naruto manga and anime series created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is a shinobi of Konohagakure and a member of Team 10 who is known for his prodigious intelligence and lazy demeanor. Over the course of the story, Shikamaru rises through the ranks to become... read more

Shikamaru is one of the best personalities in the series. He doesn't have a traumatic background like others such as Gaara, Itachi, Sasuke, or Naruto himself, which shapes them into the interesting characters they are. But he sure doesn't need it!
He's just a normal guy, or at least that's what he wants to be, up until Asuma's death when he decides he wants to be a cool grown-up. That is probably what makes him so relatable. He aims for averageness, yet, as he grows up, his life moves farther away from being average as he is the most intelligent person in Konoha.
Shikamaru isn't particularly strong, but he manages to not only survive but lead his teams and accomplish his missions just out of strategies and a bravery he doesn't recognize in himself. That also makes him interesting: he's usually confident, but he doesn't brag or look down on others, unlike Sasuke's cool nobody-deserves-me attitude.
Shikamaru is down to earth and he would give his life to protect his village and his friends. He really is a good friend, even if he could seem careless, he's actually pretty sensible, helpful, and loyal. And he does all this without wanting to stand out, in a discreet way. Truly a genius and a genuinely good guy.
Nagato (Pain)

Nagato, also known by his alias "Pain," is a fictional character from the manga and anime franchise Naruto. He was created by Masashi Kishimoto and serves as a major antagonist in the series. Through his leadership of the Akatsuki organization, he plays a significant role in several of the series' major... read more

Pain's design is arguably the coolest in all of Naruto. He absolutely rocks the Rinnegan best, and his presence and vibe are nearly unmatched. The nuance of his character is comparable to Obito's, but his design and the surface-level things which make characters so engaging are executed at the highest level for him. He's this tragic, falsely divine figure whose power made him stagnant and angry.
The loss of Yahiko and the extinguishment of their dream led him down a path where he lost the standard he promised to hold himself to. He found himself succumbing to the cycle he promised to break. Instead of trying to break it as an individual, he resolved to become a catalyst for the world: an enforcer of pain, completely defined and consumed by it.
Hinata Hyuga

Hinata Hyuga is a fictional character in the anime and manga franchise Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. She is a member of the Hyuga clan and known for her gentle personality and Byakugan ability. Over the series, she grows from a shy ninja into a confident fighter and later marries Naruto Uzumaki... read more

I do feel like there should have been at least one or two scenes of Naruto and Hinata hanging out and starting to maybe have a relationship before the war though. She sacrifices herself to save Naruto against Pain, but then she disappears, and Naruto doesn't even look at her until halfway through the war. It feels like there are a few scenes missing in between to make her character arc and her relationship with Naruto feel complete. The Last movie does a lot of heavy lifting to fix all that.
I like her. She's cute, her growth and endurance are inspiring, and she has a few good fights.
She was shy and lacked confidence. Not the most original character flaw, but it was handled well. Seeing her too scared to even look at Neji and then slowly building the confidence to confront a vastly superior opponent was awesome. Neji looked scary and was looking right through her, speaking nothing but the truth with psychological warfare, and yet she still acted in spite of her fear. That's true courage. She owed it to herself to try, or she would always be a scared, weak, pathetic ninja.
Rock Lee

Rock Lee is a fictional character in the anime and manga franchise Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is a ninja from the village of Konohagakure and a member of Team Guy. Lee is known for his dedication to taijutsu, as he is unable to use ninjutsu or genjutsu.

Rock Lee is a very unique, funny, interesting, and overall powerhouse of a character. Lee has charm in his personality and has been my favorite character ever since I first saw him. People like him are why the phrase "Don't judge a book by its cover" exists.
Although he looks weak, he's incredibly strong. He can't use any Ninjutsu or Genjutsu and doesn't need to because he is really that strong, arguably being the best Taijutsu ninja ever. Lee was so strong that he was the second-strongest Genin Leaf ninja (he took down Sasuke with ease, plus he doesn't count as a Leaf ninja anymore since he left the village). Overall, he is an amazing character!

The Newcomers

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Koji Kashin

As a clone, Koji uses iconic abilities like Toad Summonings and the Rasengan, providing a strong emotional anchor to the classic Naruto seriesAs a clone, Koji uses iconic abilities like Toad Summonings and the Rasengan, providing a strong emotional anchor to the classic Naruto series.

Koji fits the "cool, stoic, mysterious" archetype perfectly. He feels like a tribute, not a replacement too, connected to Jiraiya without copying his personality.

He is immensely powerful, Koji is Jiraiya with scientific ninja tool enhancements.
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Hoheto Hyuga

The Contenders

Jiraiya

Jiraiya is a fictional character in the Naruto anime and manga series created by Masashi Kishimoto. Introduced in the first part of the series, he was a student of Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi. He is also one of the "Legendary Sannin" alongside Orochimaru and Lady Tsunade, who were his former teammates... read more

He gave Naruto his name. He was a grandfather to him. He made him the hero. And he came back from the dead to write the numbers on the back. He was the man who trained the 4th Hokage and is a player at the age of 50.
And he also had to conserve as much chakra as he possibly could because he knew absolutely nothing about Pain, while gathering information about him/them at the same time. And they were his students, so he is much stronger than that. He even killed one of them, and Jiraiya had not mastered Sage Mode.
And he was like, "Oh, Itachi and Kisame, I will kill you now," and they even ran away. He could have beaten Pain if he wanted to. So why is he in 15th place? He was the best.
Minato Namikaze

Minato Namikaze was the Fourth Hokage of the Village Hidden in the Leaves and the man responsible for sealing the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox inside Naruto Uzumaki at the time of Naruto's birth. Doing so cost him his life, and before dying, he asked that the villagers not see Naruto as the monster within him... read more

Minato is one of the most misunderstood, under-analyzed, and under-credited men in the entire series. Besides the hype for his power or looks, Minato is historically important, emotionally mature, politically competent, strategically brilliant, and morally consistent. He's the only genius who uses his intelligence to uplift others, not belittle them.
Minato is the only Hokage who was chosen unanimously. Hashirama HAD to be chosen (he literally made the place), Tobirama was given Hokage as Hashirama's brother, Hiruzen was chosen because Tobirama needed someone after he died, Tsunade was a desperate choice, Kakashi was chosen through transition, and Naruto becoming Hokage was obvious. Minato? EVERYONE wanted him. EVERYONE respected him. He had no enemies, no political opposition, and no controversy.
Obito Uchiha

Obito Uchiha, also known by his alias Tobi, is a fictional character from the Naruto universe. He was created by Masashi Kishimoto and is a central antagonist in the series. The Naruto franchise includes manga, anime, movies, OVAs, video games, and various forms of merchandise.

Obito is the escalation of Pain thematically. Whereas the latter simply despises the human condition and tendency towards suffering, Obito despises fate itself. He sees it as a trap designed to break people's dreams, and instead of looking at suffering constructively, he wallows in it. It's unfortunate because his trauma and the influence of Madara made it so he could never escape the downward spiral he began.
His hopeful luster got extinguished because of his inability to cope with the loss of his dream. His immaturity and childishness caused him to idealize Rin, and her death catalyzed a one-dimensional perception of the world which only magnified. Obito was never given a different perspective, and the culmination of his purpose under the flawed Shinobi system led him to categorize it by its wrongdoings.
Neji Hyuga

Neji Hyuga is a fictional character from the anime and manga series Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is a member of the Hyuga clan and is recognized for his Byakugan ability, which grants him nearly 360-degree vision. Neji plays a significant role in several story arcs and is known for his disciplined... read more

Neji's whole skill set level is nothing but pure beast. He dominates in both offense and defense, and hey, not to mention, he's a pure genius. Naruto, although I do love him, and Sasuke both have extra powers that they can call on, whereas Neji just fights with his God-given skill set and is still beastly!
Naruto has the Nine-Tails, and Sasuke has the dark power from that awful Orochimaru, which gives both of them immense power. Neji just has his own skills. If Neji were to go up against Naruto and Sasuke without their extra powers, Neji would be victorious. That's why Neji reigns supreme over every Naruto character!
On a side note, Temari should have been on here. She is the best girl in Naruto, hands down!
Orochimaru

Orochimaru is a fictional character from the Naruto universe created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is known as one of the series' most powerful and dangerous antagonists, obsessed with gaining immortality and mastering forbidden jutsu. The Naruto franchise includes manga, anime, soundtracks, OVAs, movies... read more

Orochimaru might be twisted, but at least he's consistent and original. He doesn't blame the world for his pain. He doesn't go, "My crush died, so now everyone else deserves to suffer."
His hunger for knowledge and immortality is pure ambition. Obito? He's like a knockoff villain cocktail: Madara's ideology, but watered down with teenage angst, Sasuke's edge without the trauma and detail, and Karin-level simping but deadly. That's why he feels so weak in comparison. His whole mental state is just "rinrinrin" on repeat. He's not cold and calculating like Orochimaru. He's unstable and impulsive.
And instead of carving his own path, he clings to Madara's shadow while pretending it's his master plan.
Might Guy

Are you kidding me? Might Guy at 29? This guy is the reason Kakashi never succumbed to darkness. He gave Rock Lee a purpose in life, who then inspired Naruto that hard work can also yield results. He proved that hard work can beat talent. In spite of having minimal chakra, he went head-to-head with Kisame and Madara - Kisame, who was the tailless Tailed Beast, and Madara, who had all the Tailed Beasts inside him, plus the Rinnegan.
Why on earth is he not number 1? Naruto would've only been half as good as it was without him. Naruto had willpower, but he also had talent. It's true, he really did.
Might Guy, on the other hand, had absolutely nothing going for him, and he'd still give Naruto a good fight. Might Guy's life and character are the real testament to what can be achieved with effort and persistence, not Naruto.
Deidara

Deidara is a fictional character from the Naruto universe created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is a member of the Akatsuki organization and uses explosive clay-based techniques in combat. The Naruto franchise includes manga, anime, movies, soundtracks, OVAs, video games, and a wide range of merchandise and... read more

He broke into Gaara's house and dragged him out like a rat!
"Alright, Gaara. You're coming with me!" "No, no! Sand coffin! Sand coffin! Sand coffin!" "Eh, shut up." (Bombs Gaara). "Alright, Sasori. Sorry for keeping you waiting for like thirteen hours. I got the desert rat out of its hole. Let's go?"
I love Gaara. He's a really cool character! I just found it funny how a jerk like Deidara just walks into Gaara's village and steals him as if there were no tomorrow. Plus, Deidara and Tobi were really funny together!

Art is an explosion! Anyone with four mouths, blond hair, blue eyes, and the ability to blow up anything they want is amazing. To whoever thinks Sasuke killed Deidara, you are wrong. It is clearly obvious Deidara sacrificed himself to kill Sasuke (though Sasuke doesn't deserve it).
Deidara gives a whole new meaning to going out with a bang! Pyromaniacs for the win!
Kiba Inuzuka

Kiba Inuzuka is a fictional character from the anime and manga series Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is a member of Team Kurenai and is known for his partnership with his ninja dog, Akamaru. Kiba is part of the Inuzuka clan, which specializes in canine-based jutsu and tracking techniques.

Why is Kiba so low? He's a cool guy. He's my favorite character from when I was a kid because of his relationship with Akamaru.
He was kind of a rival to the protagonist, so obviously sometimes he seems obnoxious. But he's actually a good friend to Naruto. Jealousy and everything considered, as he watches Naruto who was a loser when they were kids go farther in life than him, has to be tough. Give him a break.
I think most of the times he says he's going to be Hokage instead of Naruto, he's honestly just kind of joking. He isn't mean-spirited towards Naruto, just a little bratty, but Naruto gives it right back. They enjoy each other's company, especially as they grow up.
He's also a good friend to his team! He tries to bond with Shino even when they're opposites and he's very sweet when taking care of Hinata. And of course, he's best friends with Akamaru since childhood and that's just wholesome.
Tsunade

Tsunade is a fictional character from the Naruto manga and anime franchise. She was created by Masashi Kishimoto and is one of the Legendary Sannin. Tsunade is known for her medical skills, superhuman strength, and her leadership as the Fifth Hokage of the Hidden Leaf Village.

Tsunade needs more credit as Hokage! When Tsunade became Hokage, the village was in one of its worst states ever since the Hokage died. The Hidden Leaf was physically devastated after Orochimaru's invasion, and Danzo was running things behind the scenes! Instead of inheriting a strong village, she inherited a broken one.
Even so, Tsunade made having a medical ninja in every squad the standard and established advanced treatment systems that dramatically improved survival rates. Her reforms saved countless lives long-term. Tsunade constantly had to make high-stakes decisions during her time as Hokage, like weighing Naruto's safety against Akatsuki threats. She played a key role in shifting the ninja world toward unity, even if she doesn't get the spotlight for it.
Hashirama Senju

Hashirama Senju is a fictional character from Masashi Kishimoto's manga and anime franchise Naruto. He was the powerful and respected leader of the Senju clan and played a key role in founding the Hidden Leaf Village, known as Konohagakure, alongside his rival Madara Uchiha. After the village was established... read more

Hashirama was an idealist. Sometimes he was too trusting, but when worst came to worst? He fought back to protect his people. Hashirama was not necessarily naive about the brutality of the world. He lived through the Warring States period. He just wanted to find a better way and even accepted that Madara would not change. You know, it's hard for him. Madara was his friend. They created the Leaf together. Madara stopped Hashirama from ending himself. Madara and Hashirama shared their losses with each other. He was willing to sacrifice himself to prove his sincerity, aiming to end the cycle of hatred by trusting that a system of unity could work. This was revolutionary, and it made peace for a while.
Naruto's naivety stems from his stubborn belief that he can change anyone through empathy ("Talk no Jutsu"), which is just pathetic. He acts like he understands what other people went through. He acts like they are the same, and he tries to change everyone. He often focuses on personal emotions (loneliness) rather than systemic issues, blaming victims or antagonists for being "angry" rather than challenging the corrupt systems that created them.
Tobirama Senju

Tobirama Senju is a fictional character from the manga and anime franchise Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He is the younger brother of Hashirama Senju and the Second Hokage of Konohagakure. Tobirama is known for creating several important techniques and institutions within the village.

People acting like Tobirama is "evil" while Obito was good is just straight-up garbage. Tobirama isn't the reason why Itachi killed the Uchiha. That was Danzo. Besides, Tobirama didn't cause two wars over a girl and then attempt to kill everyone while calling the world cruel. Tobirama gets called "evil" because of his policies toward the Uchiha, but he wasn't acting out of random cruelty. He had seen firsthand what happens when the Uchiha's emotions get triggered, and he put measures in place to contain the risk. It was cold and harsh, but from his perspective it was strategic. He never massacred them. He even appointed Kagami Uchiha to his personal team, showing he wasn't blindly prejudiced. Obito was acting like everyone in the world was evil and cruel when he was the one who caused Naruto to suffer. He's the reason Minato and Kushina are dead, and he did things like control Yagura while Madara didn't want him to.
Temari

Temari is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. She is a skilled ninja from the Hidden Sand Village and is known for her use of a giant fan in battle. Temari later marries Shikamaru Nara, a ninja from the Hidden Leaf Village.

She efficiently manages battles, such as in her quick victory over Tenten and her analytical fight against Shikamaru, where she maintained distance. She is often shown to be one of the first to understand complex situations, such as identifying when Wind Release techniques are being used or when a Tailed Beast Bomb is being charged. Temari acts as a pragmatic, often harsh, voice of reason for her brothers, particularly as they navigated their loyalty to Sunagakure and Gaara.
While her early development was tied to Gaara, she did not live in his shadow. She developed her own path as a Jonin and a key diplomat, often acting as a bridge between the Sand and Leaf villages.
Konan

Konan is a fictional character from the Naruto universe, created by Masashi Kishimoto. She is a founding member of the Akatsuki organization and the only female member in the group's original core. The Naruto franchise includes manga, anime series, original video animations, feature films, video games... read more

Konan is the best female character. She's powerful and deserves her praise, unlike Temari, who can only use wind with her fan.
Konan knew how pain felt, and she wanted to help Nagato achieve his visions. Temari, on the other hand, was a spoiled brat who grew up cocky and annoying. She never helped Gaara once, yet people claim she evolved.
Konan was truly a peaceful character and wasn't blinded by Obito's lies. Temari? What impact did this useless trash even have? Getting together with Shikamaru? No wonder nobody respects her. Konan was admired, while Temari looked like a fool when she acted all cocky and pathetic to Madara.
Sakura Haruno

Sakura Haruno is one of the primary heroines of the series Naruto and Naruto: Shippuden. She is the only female ninja in Team Seven, which originally consists of Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and their sensei Kakashi Hatake. Her family includes her mother, Mebuki Haruno, and her father, Kizashi Haruno... read more

The hate Sakura gets for "being selfish" or "heartless" is completely out of context. In the Naruto world, being a ninja means you're trained to fight, kill, and survive from a very young age. Every character, including Naruto, Kakashi, Gaara, and even kids like Neji, are expected to potentially take lives if the situation demands it.
Sakura struggles with the idea of killing Sasuke because of her compassion and love for him, not because she's weak or selfish. That's actually human in a world where everyone else seems to act like killing is just another mission task. She doesn't just idolize his looks. She sees him as a person, flawed and broken, and her efforts to save him are meaningful, dangerous, and selfless.
People ignoring that and framing her as "only cares about a boy" are missing the point entirely. And yes, while Naruto saved her at points, people forget that Sasuke also saved her life multiple times. Sakura owes no one her feelings.
Hagoromo Otsutsuki

Hagoromo Otsutsuki, also known as the Sage of Six Paths, was one of the strongest known characters in the Naruto series, possibly even more so than his mother, Kaguya Otsutsuki. Hagoromo was born with the Rinnegan and an immense amount of power.
His chakra came to be known as Six Paths chakra, and it goes without saying that he was a tremendous user of these abilities. Hagoromo's control of these powers was so incredible that he could create something out of nothing and then breathe life into it. Without a doubt, he's one of the strongest Six Paths power users in the Naruto series.

Hagoromo wanted to pass on the teachings of peace, unity, and love, while Hamura's beliefs were more focused on maintaining balance and protecting the world from the Ten Tails' influence. Ultimately, the tension between their differing philosophies led them to part ways, with Hamura going to the moon to protect the seal on the Ten Tails, while Hagoromo continued his efforts to spread his ideology on Earth.