This article contains spoilers for the Naruto series.
of Masashi Kishimoto Naruto The series is absolutely incredible when it comes to character writing and fans have seen that be the case for many characters over the years. Kishimoto is a talented writer of compelling characters, and his most incredible writing has come when he touches on the Uchihas. Naruto series.
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Among the powerful Uchihas, Itachi is a character that fans have always loved incredibly. Although initially considered a villain, Itachi's true noble goals were revealed to fans in the end and this is why everyone loves him so much. While Itachi was absolutely brilliant, the most unfortunate thing about his character was the fact that he didn't live long. Itachi was taken out of the plot too earlyAnd fans felt unsettled by it. Now, it seems Itachi is ready to returnIf Kishimoto's own words are to be believed.
Masashi Kishimoto wants to bring back Itachi Uchiha in a new side story
Since the end of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto has been involved in some exciting projects. He wrote a mini-series immediately following the Naruto series called Naruto Gaiden, and he continues to supervise Boruto to this day. However, the most interesting project that Kishimoto has done came recently in 2023 and was Minato one-shots after Naruto Global Popularity Poll.
Each of us lives, depends on and is bound by our personal knowledge and our awareness. This is what we call “reality”. However, both knowledge and consciousness are the same. One's reality may be another's illusion. We all live within our own imaginations. – Itachi Uchiha
Last year, Kishimoto was specifically asked about writing more one-shots, and it seems he wants to do one on Itachi Uchiha. Itachi is a character that many fans of the series love, Kishimoto bringing him back would be great for the franchise.
It should be noted that when Kishimoto made the comment, he had not decided what he wanted to do with Itachi's character in the future. But, he was already thinking about it, and Fans will finally get to see the return of this legendary Uchiha through a new shot.
Here's what Kishimoto had to say about Itachi's return:
Yes, I want to do others, but I am taking time to think about it. In fact, I was basing it on a category of characters created among the readers. Minato was the first. The second is Itachi… I say this half jokingly, but you never know. – Masashi Kishimoto
Kishimoto would eventually draw new stories
Aside from Itachi Uchiha, Kishimoto wants to do more stories. He has already expressed his desire to continue writing manga, whether it be as a continuation of Naruto through a sequel or prequel series, or a new manga entirely.
His plan was to do another long-running manga, but that fell through with Samurai 8. Since then, Kishimoto has spent more time with his family. He previously mentioned that he would like to return to drawing manga, but he did not give fans a concrete date.
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At this point, all fans hope for Kishimoto returns to the Naruto franchise In a way unrelated to the Boruto series, which most fans consider a failure. The Naruto franchise still has a lot of potential, especially when considering the gap between the end of Naruto and the beginning of Boruto.
The story of Itachi Uchiha will breathe new life into the Naruto franchise
For now, it seems Kishimoto plans to do some one-shots on a select few characters such as Itachi Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha.
Appearances and preconceptions aren't going to tell you anything. You think I'm too patient and underestimate me. Gotra…gotra…you keep hopping on it, forgetting the size of the pot and underestimating my size. That's why you're here now, grooving. – Itachi Uchiha, Naruto
If Kishimoto keeps his word, these characters are likely to come out again in greater detail than before. Then again, there is no confirmation He will write one-shots on all characters in the top 10 of popularity polls.
at least, The Itachi side story looks like it's going to happen at some point in the future. When this happens, it will breathe new life into the Naruto franchise, which the Boruto series has taken off. Many fans agree that Naruto desperately needs a reset, and Itachi's one-shot could pave the way for that.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex is a sequel to the original Boruto series, written by Mikio Ikemoto, and supervised by Masashi Kishimoto. The series follows the journey of Boruto Uzumaki, 3 years after the events of Omnipotence in the story. Boruto must now work to save the world from the dangers he faces while dealing with his brother, Kawaki. Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 29 is set for its official release on December 18, 2025. Chapter release time is 10 AM EST/ 3 PM UTC. As always, fans can officially read the chapter on the Manga Plus and Shonen Jump apps.
