Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | A (艾) 99 |
| Gender | Male 148 |
| Affiliation | Kumogakure 99 148 |
| Occupation/Role | Fourth Raikage 144 149 |
| Status | Deceased 207 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 99 (first appearance in the provided context) 99 |
History
Conflict with Konoha
After Kumogakure's defeat by Konoha, A receives notice that Killer B is being returned and waits for him at the village entrance 83 99. Facing war reparations and ransom payments, he seeks funding from the Land of Lightning's daimyo to buy large quantities of New Type Medicine, hoping to strengthen Kumogakure against Konoha 100.
A later clashes with Konoha's forces on the battlefield. Impatient with the fighting's pace, he smashes through an Earth-Style fortification set up by his Stone allies, exposing their troops to attack. When Uchiha fighters drive back the Cloud ninja, he charges into the fight and is intercepted by Uchiha Fugaku 133.
Search for a Counter to Mirai
Frustrated by Konoha's growing advantage, A decides Kumogakure needs a fighter capable of opposing Namikaze Mirai. He personally trains the Magnet Release ninja Toroi and offers to teach him Lightning Release Chakra Mode 148 163. A also travels to the Land of Waterfalls intending to acquire Umbrella Medical Company, unaware of its connection to Konoha. Instead, Sakai Kyoko persuades him to buy VIP Client status, bringing Konoha a three-billion-ryo down payment 149.
Fourth Great Ninja War
A plans to use the Six Paths Tools and the Box of Ultimate Bliss against Mirai 191. During the war, he rushes to aid Killer B's Eight-Tails after it becomes trapped in an electric net 200. He subsequently opens the Box, releasing Satori, but the creature fails to kill Mirai and flees 203 204 205.
Even as Kumogakure's position becomes untenable, A threatens officials who suggest surrender and prepares a Chakra Cannon for a final defense. He dies as Kumogakure falls 206 207.
Appearance
A is powerfully built, though the strain of Kumogakure's setbacks leaves him noticeably thinner by the time he begins planning Toroi's training 148.
Personality
A is forceful and often impatient: he breaks through an allied fortification to advance the battle, and later threatens subordinates who propose surrender 133 206. His efforts to train Toroi and secure medicine show a persistent determination to close the gap with Konoha, even when his decisions benefit his rival instead 148 149.
Abilities & Skills
Lightning Release Combat
- Uses Kumogakure's lightning-based fighting style, surrounding his body with lightning before charging toward the trapped Eight-Tails 200.
- Attacks Fugaku with Heavy Bombardment Stream, a lightning-assisted elbow strike that Fugaku blocks with a skeletal defense 133.
Physical Strength
- Smashes a large opening through an Earth-Style fortification by charging into it 133.
Equipment and Resources
- Box of Ultimate Bliss — A summons and opens it in an attempt to kill Mirai; the released Satori does not carry out that goal 203 204 205.
- Six Paths Tools — Part of A's proposed strategy against Mirai alongside the Box 191.
- Chakra Cannon — Kumogakure's weapon for its final defense; A orders it fired 206 207.
Relationships
- Killer B — A eagerly awaits his return to Kumogakure and later charges to help his trapped Eight-Tails form 99 200.
- Namikaze Mirai — A's principal opponent; he seeks fighters, equipment, and weapons capable of defeating him 148 191 203.
- Toroi — A personally trains him, hoping his Magnet Release can help him stand against Mirai 148 163.
- Ōnoki — An uneasy wartime ally who discusses weapons against Mirai with A but clashes with him over battlefield decisions 133 191 204.
- Sakai Kyoko — The Umbrella Medical Company director who turns A's attempted acquisition into a profitable VIP agreement for Konoha 149.
Notable Quotes
“If anyone suggests surrender again, don't blame me for being merciless. My fists will crush your skulls without hesitation!” 206