Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7
Madara
Madara Uchiha, a legendary Uchiha clan leader, co-founded Konohagakure with Hashirama Senju but later became a formidable adversary, driven by his ambition and a unique vision of peace. Known for his exceptional skills and mastery of various powerful techniques, including the Sharingan and Rinnegan, he remains a pivotal figure in the Naruto universe.
Quick Facts
What clan did Madara belong to?
Uchiha clan
What is Madara's known relationship with Hashirama Senju?
Childhood friend and rival
What village did Madara help found?
Konohagakure
What is Madara's fighting style known for?
Exceptional skill in taijutsu, ninjutsu, and dōjutsu
What is Madara's most notable dōjutsu?
Sharingan, Mangekyō Sharingan, and Rinnegan
What is Madara's signature weapon?
Gunbai (war fan)
What is Madara's personality like?
Perfectionist, confident, competitive, initially kind but later bitter and ruthless
What is Madara's goal?
To achieve peace through his Eye of the Moon Plan
What is Madara's hobby?
Falconry
What is Madara's favorite food?
Inarizushi
What is Madara's least favorite food?
Roe
Description
Personality
Madara Uchiha is a complex and multifaceted character whose personality is shaped by the tumultuous Warring States Period and the loss of his siblings. Initially driven by a desire for peace and a strong bond with Hashirama Senju, his unwavering loyalty to his younger brother, Izuna, and the subsequent loss of Izuna, fueled a deep-seated bitterness and hatred towards the Senju clan. This fueled his ambition and shaped his ruthless pursuit of power, culminating in his creation of the Eye of the Moon Plan. Despite his ambition and often merciless actions, Madara possesses a strong sense of honor and respect for powerful opponents, particularly Hashirama, whom he views as his only true equal. His later years reveal a cynical worldview, believing humanity to be inherently flawed and incapable of lasting peace. However, even in his darkest moments, a flicker of his earlier idealism remains, as evidenced by his genuine belief that the Eye of the Moon Plan would ultimately benefit humanity. His final reconciliation with Hashirama, accepting the superiority of Hashirama's approach to peace, demonstrates a capacity for growth and self-reflection, even in the face of death. His competitive spirit and love for a good fight are also defining traits, often overshadowing his more complex motivations. Ultimately, Madara's personality is a testament to the enduring impact of trauma and loss, highlighting the conflict between his desire for peace and his ruthless pursuit of power. His character arc showcases a compelling journey from idealistic youth to cynical pragmatist, culminating in a poignant acceptance of his past actions and a final moment of peace with his lifelong rival.
Abilities
Madara Uchiha possessed an unparalleled level of power, considered the strongest Uchiha ever and one of the most powerful shinobi in history. His abilities stemmed from exceptional chakra reserves, mastery of various jutsu, and the possession of powerful dōjutsu. He was a master of taijutsu, capable of overwhelming opponents with speed and strength, and possessed immense chakra control, allowing him to perform complex techniques with minimal hand seals. His mastery extended to all five basic nature transformations, as well as Yin-Yang Release and Wood Release (after acquiring Hashirama Senju's DNA). His Sharingan granted him exceptional genjutsu capabilities and visual prowess, evolving into the Mangekyō Sharingan and eventually the Rinnegan. The Mangekyō Sharingan allowed him to utilize Susanoo, a powerful humanoid construct, culminating in the near-impenetrable Complete Body Susanoo. The Rinnegan granted him access to the Six Paths Techniques, including the Deva Path (Chibaku Tensei), Preta Path (chakra absorption), and the Outer Path (control over the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path and summoning of Limbo clones). He could also utilize the Rinne Sharingan to cast the Infinite Tsukuyomi. After becoming the Ten-Tails' jinchuriki, he gained access to Truth-Seeking Balls and further enhanced abilities, including flight and significantly boosted physical prowess. His strategic mind and adaptability made him a formidable opponent, capable of quickly adapting to any situation and exploiting his opponent's weaknesses. Madara's power scaled significantly throughout his life, increasing with each evolution of his dōjutsu and the acquisition of Hashirama's cells. His mastery of Haki and various "Gear" transformations, as seen in Luffy, are not present in Madara's abilities. His key techniques included the Infinite Tsukuyomi, Tengai Shinsei (summoning meteorites), and various Susanoo and Rinnegan-based attacks. His ability to absorb chakra and regenerate from injuries further enhanced his already formidable capabilities. Even after death, his power was such that his mere name instilled fear and forced the Five Great Shinobi Countries to unite against him.