The most mysterious characters of the series

Summary

• The Naruto series has mysterious characters such as Teuchi, Dan, Kushimaru, and Kisame, which raises questions about their origins.
• Characters like Teuthi and the First Raikage lack detailed backstories despite playing key roles in the series.
• Itachi and Madara's fans have been guessing at their true motives, keeping them under wraps until important revelations in the series.

Ninjas have always been characterized as mysterious, but some characters are Naruto series takes it to a whole new level. When a man tries instead of traces and hides his true motives, it inevitably makes viewers want to know more, even if the answers will come only after a few hundred episodes or chapters. On the other hand, not every secret is inside Naruto the issue regarding her characters was resolved even many years after the official conclusion of the manga.

Masashi Kishimoto, author Narutohas proven time and time again that he's a master at creating a mysterious character before delivering a satisfying payoff that allows audiences to see them in a different light. However, this was certainly not the case for all, and some continue to hold many unanswered questions to this day.

8 Teukhi

Almost nothing is known about one of Naruto's closest companions

• First appearance: Episode 2

Fans may remember Teutchi as the ramen guy who always gives Naruto his favorite food whenever he visits him. Despite being one of Naruto's closest companions and practically the only person who didn't scold him as a child for possessing Kurama, little is known about Teutchi.

The only thing that is clear is that he decided to become a chef long before Naruto was born, but why he was so adamant about becoming a ramen chef in particular is anyone's guess. Even more surprising is how at a time when the entire village was determined to hate Naruto, Teutchi was the only one who accepted him, considering that he might not even know about the Nine Tails. In any case, despite the fact that some information is dropped here and there, much of Teuchi's life and his view of the world remain mysteries that fans have pondered over for years.

7 Dan Kato

Dan's absurdly powerful spirit transformation technique raises many questions

• First appearance: Shippuden episode 129

Dan Kato was Tsunade's former lover who had the same dream as Naruto; to become Hokage one day so he can protect his village from harm. However, Dan was unfortunately drawn into the Second Great Ninja War, where he is said to have killed countless shinobi, primarily with his Spirit Transmutation Technique.

There are many rather unusual jutsu that appear in the Narutobut this one has always left fans baffled as the way it works essentially allows Dan to one-shot anyone he can wield, presumably even Cage. None of Dan's other powers are shown before his eventual death in the war, but the question that is still asked to this day is how strong was Dan really? And was he more than strong enough to become Hokage?

6 A (First Raikage)

The First Raikage doesn't get as much screen time as the other Kage

• First appearance: Shippuden episode 369

Many of the past Kaiges get their moments to shine during the final arc of the series, but not much information was ever given about A, the first Raikage, other than a simple flashback. When fans briefly see A, he is discussing matters with the other Kage, where he can be seen handing over the land to the Yotsuki clan, while mocking Hashirama for bowing his head, claiming that this is not the sign of an “Unchangeable Leader”.

He was clearly a stern diplomat who could easily stand up to the other Cages, but this is the only glimpse fans get of this intriguing individual, whose path to becoming the first of his kind remains unclear. It also doesn't mention how A founded the land of Kumo, or his abilities that made him an extremely formidable shinobi.

5 Kushimaru Kuriyarare

Why is Kushimaru still wearing the Anbu mask? And why did he kill his own sensei?

• First appearance: Shippuden episode 265

Kushimaru was a member of the Swordsman of the Seven Mists and that much is clear, although the rest of his background is unexplained, including why he chose to kill his own sensei. Although this particular act of brutality is mentioned in the anime, it raises the question of what made Kushimaru become so violent, but another intriguing point is why he appears to be wearing an Anbu mask belonging to the Mist Village.

This simple decoration suggests that Kushimaru was once a member of the Anbu, but chose to continue wearing the mask even after becoming a swordsman, perhaps to mock his former group. Again, Kishimoto never addresses Kushimaru's backstory, making him one of the most mysterious of the Seven Swordsmen of the Hidden Mist.

4 Kisame Hoshigaki

Kisame's shark-like appearance has always left fans wondering

• First appearance: Episode 81

Kisame's backstory as part of the Seven Swordsmen of the Mist is well known Naruto fans, but one thing that is still puzzling is why the dangerous Akatsuki member has the appearance of a shark. No clear reason is ever given in the series, although there have been many theories. One that some fans have been clinging to ever since Boruta series aired is that the cause is Kisame's sword, Samehada, which may have affected Kisame's appearance, as it did with Shizuma in Borutawho is also a member of the Hoshigaki clan.

Others claim that it could have been due to Kisame's initiation into the Seven Swordsmen, or that he was simply so obsessed with sharks that he found a way to change his body into a humanoid version of the aquatic animal. It's a question that may never be answered, but one that certainly adds a lot of intrigue to Kisame's character and background.

3 Hidan

Hidan's Jashin religion was shrouded in mystery throughout Shippuden

• First appearance: Shippuden, episode 71

Hidan is such a weird character that it almost feels like it was ripped from a completely different show. Hidan's most obvious weirdness is the god he worships, known as Lord Jashin, to whom Hidan will sacrifice in order to gain immortality. However, who this Yashin really was and whether other people were following him remained a mystery for many years until the very beginning. Boruta The series expanded it a bit through the character of Ryuki.

Some fans have speculated that Jashin was a figment of Hidan's imagination and that he used the Kekei Genkai technique, which simply turns his body into a living voodoo doll. It's also still unclear if Hidan died after Shikamaru buried him, or if he somehow managed to crawl out to continue his bloodthirsty rampage.

2 Madara Uchiha

A man whose true motives and power remained a mystery for most of the series

• First appearance: Shippuden episode 322

For the most part Naruto series, Madara is spoken of as some mythical god-like being who once upon a time roamed the ninja world. The man who led the Uchiha clan and was able to fight the First Hokage has his name mentioned many times in the story, making viewers wonder who he really was, what his grand plan was, and if he was as powerful as some claimed.

As a result, he remained a mysterious ancient figure for hundreds of episodes until he was finally resurrected during the Fourth Great Ninja War and revealed his plan for the Infinite Tsukuyomi. The Madara mystery sparked more than a few debates online when Naruto was still released week after week, so its eventual reveal is seen as the main event of the series.

1 Itachi Uchiha

Itachi fans have been guessing what he's really up to since he first appeared on screen

• First appearance: Episode 81

Itachi is a character whose true motives have been guessed by fans ever since he appeared on screen to randomly attack Sasuke. Although the beginning of the series mentions that Itachi destroyed his entire clan, leaving only Sasuke alive, it was always clear that there was much more to the story than Sasuke let on.

As a result, Itachi's true goals remain a mystery throughout the first part and most of it Shipudenwhich is only revealed after his fateful confrontation with Sasuke. The reason Itachi betrayed his clan was to prevent another Great Ninja War and to protect his little brother, even though it hurt him. That being said, Itachi certainly did a commendable job of hiding his reasons for the betrayal, even taking them to his grave with him.