Naruto Quietly Set Up Sasuke’s Death 11 Years Ago

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As a huge fan of Naruto, I’ve always been fascinated by the dynamic between Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha. They really are the heart of the series, with Naruto taking the lead and Sasuke right there with him. It’s amazing how much creator Masashi Kishimoto saw them as equals – he’s even said that one character’s growth always mirrored the other’s! He intentionally built them as two sides of the same coin, like Yin and Yang. It’s like the story just needs that balance between them to really work, and it’s so cool to see how perfectly they complement each other.

Sasuke Uchiha has been a beloved character for many years, but like all good stories, his is nearing its conclusion. Throughout the Boruto series, Sasuke has faced immense hardship protecting Konoha, and hints of his eventual fate were actually planted in the story over eleven years ago. Ultimately, Boruto suggests that Sasuke’s time as a hero is winding down.

Sasuke Wants To Bear The Burden Of His Sins Until The End

Sasuke Was A Villain In Naruto At One Point

Sasuke’s story in Naruto was filled with turmoil. It began with his desire for revenge against his brother, Itachi, for destroying their clan. However, as Sasuke discovered the hidden truths about the village of Konoha, his motivations became more complicated. Driven by a need to punish those responsible for his family’s tragedy and Itachi’s death, Sasuke ultimately strayed onto a dangerous and destructive path.

Sasuke was once seen as a villain around the world, but he found a path to redemption during the Fourth Great Ninja War. He realized his mistakes and fought alongside his allies to defeat Madara Uchiha. Although he’d done terrible things, his heroic actions earned him forgiveness from the Sixth Hokage, Kakashi Hatake. Despite this pardon, Sasuke never forgot his past. He continues to secretly protect the village, carrying the weight of his actions with him always, even if it means sacrificing his own well-being.

Sasuke Will Die For Konoha And Protect It From The Shadows

Throughout the Boruto series, Sasuke Uchiha consistently risks his life to defend his village, taking on the responsibility of protecting Konoha so others don’t have to. When Boruto expressed his desire to protect the village, Sasuke insisted on handling the threats himself, feeling he alone should bear the weight of protecting Konoha due to his past mistakes. This demonstrates significant growth for Sasuke’s character, and a fitting conclusion for someone like him would be a heroic sacrifice in battle.

Sasuke’s fans definitely wouldn’t want to see him die in Boruto, but a meaningful end for his character would be sacrificing himself to protect the village – much like his brother Itachi. Itachi was seen as a villain by many, but he believed everything he did was for the sake of his village and Sasuke, making him a hero in their eyes. For Sasuke, a truly honorable death would be giving his life to defend those he cares about from any danger.

Sasuke’s Death Isn’t Imminent In Boruto

Just because the author, Kishimoto, has already planned out how Sasuke could die doesn’t mean he will die. In fact, it’s unlikely Sasuke will die in the Boruto series, especially since he’s been sidelined for so long. If he does return, it’s improbable he’ll meet his end. However, Kishimoto actually created a fitting and ideal death for Sasuke over a decade ago, should that moment ever come.

As a huge Naruto fan, I’ve always thought about Sasuke’s future. After the war, he dedicated himself to atoning for his past mistakes by protecting Konoha and supporting Naruto’s vision for a better world. Honestly, the series has hinted at his eventual sacrifice for a while now, and when it does happen, I fully expect it’ll be to safeguard the peaceful world Naruto worked so hard to create. But don’t worry, it doesn’t seem like that time is coming anytime soon!

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2026-02-17 00:35