A

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	A (艾)
Alias(es)	Raikage; Lord Raikage
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Kumogakure
Occupation/Role	Raikage
Status	Active 313
First Appearance	Chapter 250

Appearance

A is portrayed as a dark-skinned, physically imposing man with exceptionally large hands. His combat presence is marked by the lightning chakra surrounding his body when he enters battle 259 293.

Personality

A is suspicious, direct, and unwilling to accept information merely because it comes from an influential source. He particularly distrusts Naruto, stating that he would not believe “even a single punctuation mark” from him 250. He prefers straightforward dealings and respects strength, openly rejecting subtle political maneuvering when face-to-face negotiations are possible 280.

Despite his harsh manner, A is deeply devoted to Killer B. B’s capture causes him to panic, and he later entrusts Naruto with his brother’s rescue 259 279. A can also be quick-tempered when his authority is challenged, as shown when he orders a ship to remain in place and strikes a captain who questions him 310.

Abilities & Skills

Lightning Release Chakra Armor

A wraps his body in lightning chakra, increasing his physical strength and defensive hardness 293.

• Enhances his close-combat attacks.
• Allows him to fight at high speed while maintaining substantial striking power.
• Forms the basis of his attacks against Naruto and other powerful opponents 293 311.

Physical Strength and Speed

A possesses extraordinary physical power and speed. He smashes through desks with his bare hands and later keeps pace with Naruto during a high-speed battle 259 311.

• Uses powerful punches and direct strikes.
• Can close distance rapidly against dangerous opponents.
• His strength is sufficient to fight alongside Killer B in combined attacks 312.

Close-Quarters Combat

A favors direct taijutsu and overwhelming pressure. During his confrontation with Naruto, he attacks with a concentrated four-finger thrust while using his lightning-enhanced body 293.

• Relies on speed, force, and durability rather than deception.
• Continues attacking even after an opponent’s unusual ability initially prevents contact, as demonstrated during his battle with Obito 313.

Leadership and Command

As Raikage, A commands Kumogakure forces and responds personally to threats involving the village or Killer B.

• Directs the crew of a ship during the search for B 309 310.
• Negotiates with Konoha while maintaining pressure on Naruto and Sakura 250 252.
• Coordinates with Killer B during combat 312.

Relationships

• Killer B — A’s sworn brother. B’s capture causes A considerable distress, and A places his rescue in Naruto’s hands 259 279.
• Naruto Uzumaki — Initially distrusts Naruto’s intelligence and motives, but later asks him to rescue Killer B. He eventually fights alongside Naruto and recognizes that Naruto’s strength has surpassed his own 250 279 311.
• Sakura Haruno — Encounters Sakura during the Five Kage Summit. After learning that she is Tsunade’s disciple, A tests whether her claimed physical strength rivals Tsunade’s 252.
• Tsunade — Has a history of competition and cooperation with Tsunade. A once nearly lost to her in an arm-wrestling match and previously sought her assistance in treating his subordinates 252.
• Obito — An enemy encountered during the wider conflict. A attacks him repeatedly and discovers that his strikes can make contact despite Obito’s unusual defensive ability 313.

Story Role / Major Arcs

Five Kage Summit

A attends the Five Kage Summit with strong reservations about Naruto and Konoha’s offer to share intelligence. He suspects that Naruto’s proposal conceals a trap and views Naruto as a potential threat to Kumogakure 250.

When Sakura intervenes during the summit, A dismisses her as merely a guard until she reveals her connection to Tsunade. Sakura then challenges his assumptions about her strength, creating a tense exchange between the two 252.

Killer B’s Capture

After learning that Akatsuki has taken Killer B, A reacts with alarm and immediately prioritizes his brother’s recovery 259. During negotiations with Naruto, A adopts a notably humble attitude, acknowledging that he may be unable to provide formal guarantees but promising to help Konoha or Naruto if they rescue B 260.

A later directly entrusts B’s safety to Naruto. Naruto explains that Akatsuki requires the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path to extract a Tailed Beast, giving A a clearer understanding of the danger facing his brother 279.

Search for Killer B

A personally searches for B and questions civilians and sailors while traveling toward the Land of Hot Water. His urgency intimidates those around him, though he initially attempts to ask for their cooperation rather than immediately using force 309.

When the ship’s captain challenges his orders, A asserts his authority and makes clear that the vessel will remain where it is until he permits it to move 310.

Battles Against Akatsuki Forces

A fights alongside Naruto against White Zetsu. During the battle, he notices that Naruto’s physical strength and speed have improved substantially and acknowledges that Naruto may now be stronger than him 311.

He later combines forces with Killer B for the Bee-Oxen Liger Bomb, demonstrating the brothers’ coordinated combat style 312. A also attacks Obito with repeated heavy punches, forcing Obito to question how his physical body can be struck through his defensive technique 313.

Notable Quotes

“But if they came from that fellow called Naruto Uzumaki, I wouldn't believe even a single punctuation mark!” 250

“Naruto! I'm entrusting my brother Killer B to you this time!” 279

“Listen to my orders. This ship is staying right here until I say otherwise!” 310

“Your strength now is probably already above mine, isn't it?” 311