A

Biodata

Background

A inherited the name “A” from his father, the Third Raikage. He fought alongside Killer B as the “A and B Combination,” a partnership widely known across the Konoha–Kumogakure front. 580 598

After Saiki Yuu killed the Third Raikage, A succeeded him as the Fourth Raikage. The death drove him to pursue revenge against Yuu, despite the Eight-Tails’ warning that even the combined power of the Eight-Tails and Two-Tails would be insufficient. 594 598

Seeking greater strength against Yuu, A considered Kumogakure’s proposed alliance with Sunagakure and its One-Tail. Kumogakure and Sunagakure subsequently formed a joint force to hunt Yuu. 594 598

Personality

A is proud of the name he inherited and considers outside intervention in his father’s battle an insult to the Third Raikage. 585

His grief hardens into a determined desire for vengeance. Even after being warned of Yuu’s overwhelming power, he continues searching for allies and military options rather than abandoning the conflict. 594

Abilities & Skills

Combat Ability

A is a powerful frontline shinobi capable of fighting alongside Killer B as part of the A and B Combination. 598

• Broke through Yuu’s Sword World during the Allied Forces’ battle, though doing so left his chakra severely depleted. 636
• Commands enough authority and personal strength to serve as Kumogakure’s Fourth Raikage following his father’s death. 598

Battlefield Leadership

• Led Kumogakure’s response after the Third Raikage’s death. 598
• Considered a military alliance with Sunagakure to add the One-Tail’s power against Yuu. 594
• Fought beside Killer B, relying on their established battlefield partnership. 598

Relationships

• Third Raikage — Father and predecessor. His death at Yuu’s hands motivates A’s campaign for revenge. 589 598
• Killer B — Close battlefield partner in the A and B Combination; B supports A and proposes cooperation with Sunagakure. 594 598
• Eight-Tails — Resides with Killer B and warns A that confronting Yuu is futile without greater power. 594
• Saiki Yuu — Enemy responsible for killing A’s father; A seeks vengeance against him. 594 598
• Rasa — Fourth Kazekage and allied leader during the joint Kumogakure–Sunagakure campaign against Yuu. 626
• Chiyo — Sunagakure elder who participates in the Allied Forces’ efforts against Yuu. 626 636

Story Role / Major Arcs

Challenge to Saiki Yuu

A sends Yuu a challenge letter requesting a spar, prompting Yuu to treat the challenge with casual confidence. 563

Death of the Third Raikage

A witnesses the danger posed by Yuu during the Third Raikage’s battle and fears for his father. The Third Raikage is ultimately annihilated by Yuu’s sword strike. 585 589

Succession and Alliance

A becomes the Fourth Raikage after his father’s death. He joins with Sunagakure to form an Allied force dedicated to hunting Yuu. 598

Allied Forces Battle

A participates in the confrontation against Yuu alongside Sunagakure and the Tailed Beasts. He expends substantial chakra breaking through Yuu’s Sword World before Killer B enters Tailed Beast Mode to protect him. 636