Shirozumi

Biodata

Feature	Detail
Name	Shirozumi 5
Alias	Information Shirozumi 41
Affiliation	Leader of Amegakure 5, Akatsuki Organization 7 30
Origin	From 20 years in the future 5
Occupation	Archaeologist 5
Abilities	"Miracle For You" (adjusts and bestows calamity-inducing powers) 281, Sage Art stolen from Ryūchi Cave 88, Natural Energy manipulation 88 104, Time Deletion and future prediction 18 83, Time Stop 134, White Snake ability extraction 134, Crazy Diamond self-repair 133, Weather Forecast elemental manipulation 127, New Moon gravity manipulation 25, Heavenly Transfer Technique 244, life- and creation-related power granted by Kaguya, called Golden Experience 340 343, immense strength and speed 36 16, proficiency in Medical Ninjutsu 36
Goals	Stabilize, develop, and improve Amegakure's combat power 274, revive Kaguya 6 274, prepare the Ninja World against the Ōtsutsuki Clan 6 8, create a world where people like Uchiha Hikari and Gaara do not lose their names and emotions as weapons 103, and expand access to Sage Mode and Natural Energy as preparation against the Ōtsutsuki 161 503
Personality	Shows wisdom and understanding of the Ōtsutsuki Clan's history and issues 281, strategic thinker 274, cautious 274, adaptable and resourceful 42, confident 7, patient and understanding 97, shows concern for Konoha and its villagers 75, rigorous in medical and resurrection research 343 344, and dislikes "overly intimate" male couples 103
Relationships	Allied with Uchiha Hikari 251 260, Kaguya 339 340, and the Mizukage 168, collaborates with Kakashi 42, trusted by Pain and Konan 6 7, works with Orochimaru on cultivation and resurrection research 86 343, assists Nohara Rin's resurrection 343 344, and inspires and motivates others 6
Notable Actions	Alerts Ōtsutsuki Clan descendants on the moon to the Hyuga clan's presence 281, persuades Toneri to monitor the moon for Ōtsutsuki invasions 290, reveals the true nature of the Daimyo system 16, kills Gatō and his men 16, heals Fū's injuries 36, invites Fū to join his group 36, removes Hanabi's Caged Bird seal 79 80, extracts Momoshiki's Karma through White Snake 134, learns the Heavenly Transfer Technique from Mabui 244, destroys the Box of Paradise 210, sets new goals for Amegakure 274, gives Black Zetsu a book to read 278, officiates Kakashi and Chiyo's marriage 336, gains Kaguya's assistance 339 340, and reconstructs Nohara Rin's body through Golden Experience 343 344

Physical Description

Shirozumi's appearance generally remains unchanged, even when utilizing Sage Demonde, which typically alters one's physical characteristics 16. He is noted to have a unique constitution that allows him to absorb Natural Energy without mutation or berserkness 88. His body is composed of substances unlike those native to the Ninja World; Orochimaru estimates that some of its elements require temperatures of billions of degrees to form naturally, describing Shirozumi as having been forged by the sun 89. He has been observed wearing various attire, including an improved version of the classic Iwagakure ninja outfit 46.

Specific details include:

• He has been seen with bandages on his back and waist after sustaining minor injuries 46.
• He possesses a necklace inherited from his father that serves as a key to activate a geothermal device 41.
• His attacks can become very potent, particularly when utilizing Baryon Demonde 262.
• He is capable of apparently phasing through walls and repositioning without leaving a perceptible trace, effects associated with Time Deletion 121.
• He has been described as having an "intelligence-lowering aura" by Tobirama Senju, though this was a misunderstanding of his interaction with Urashiki 131.
• He has been referred to as "Information Shirozumi" due to his extensive knowledge 41.
• During Sun-God Sage mode, Crazy Diamond continuously repairs his body as stellar energy damages it; this process inflicts constant, severe pain rather than restoring him instantly 134.
• Orochimaru estimates that Shirozumi possesses only around five hundred thousand weak cells, far fewer than an ordinary person's approximately 130 trillion cells, despite his exceptional power 89.

Background

Shirozumi is a mysterious figure who claims to be the future leader of Amegakure and an archaeologist from twenty years in the future 1 5. He first appeared in Amegakure, surprising Nagato and Konan with his sudden presence and knowledge of Nagato's true identity 1. Shirozumi quickly established himself as an ally, convincing Pain and Konan of his authenticity and sharing information about the impending Ōtsutsuki Clan invasion 5 8. He revealed that the Akatsuki's new goal should be to gather powerful forces and resurrect Kaguya Ōtsutsuki, including through feeding the remaining half of Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's body to the Ten-Tails 6 8.

Shirozumi argues that Kaguya created her soldiers to defend the world against the Ōtsutsuki rather than for indiscriminate conquest 5. He identifies Isshiki as a hidden existential threat whose full revival would destroy the Shinobi World, and uses this information to persuade the Akatsuki to abandon its original Tailed Beast-collection strategy 6 7. He further maintains that the Ōtsutsuki are not invincible, explaining that their Karma-based resurrection has weaknesses and that the Shinobi World must build sufficient power to oppose them 6.

Shirozumi possesses immense strength and unique abilities. He demonstrated his power by effortlessly killing Gatō and his mercenaries, a feat that surprised even Zabuza 16. Itachi initially suspected Shirozumi was using Sage Demonde due to his increased strength and sensory ability; however, Shirozumi did not initially possess conventional Sage Mode, instead cultivating Natural Energy because he could not refine Chakra 16 18. He later stole Sage Art from Ryūchi Cave and revealed a unique constitution capable of naturally absorbing Natural Energy without mutation or berserkness, a trait confirmed by Orochimaru and the White Snake Sage 88. He also has an ability called "Crazy Diamond," which repairs his body even when he endures extreme pain 133 134. Shirozumi has shown the ability to transcend and alter time through Time Deletion, future prediction, and Time Stop 83 134.

His strategic thinking and influence extend across the Ninja World. He persuaded Kurotsuchi to challenge the Land of Earth's Daimyo system, advocating reforms similar to those he initiated in Amegakure 33 274. He helped Kazahana Koyuki become the new Daimyo of the Land of Snow and introduced his development strategies there 43. Shirozumi also negotiated with the Kage for access to the Flying Thunder God Technique and Array, in exchange for Konoha's assistance in inter-village matters 79. His actions are driven by a desire to prevent the Ninja World's destruction by the Ōtsutsuki, and he is willing to confront them directly, as seen in his encounters with Urashiki and Momoshiki 128 131 134.

After extracting Momoshiki's Karma and beginning Kaguya's revival plan, Shirozumi informed both the hidden villages and the Akatsuki of the attempt 136. Kaguya eventually chose to aid him after learning about the modern Ninja World and the Ōtsutsuki threat, materializing part of her sealed body to grant Shirozumi a power associated with life and creation 339 340.

The life- and creation-related power manifested as Golden Experience, which allows Shirozumi to shape inorganic matter and cultivated cells into living organs and body parts 343. Working with Orochimaru's prepared cellular material and with Nohara Rin's cooperation, Shirozumi used the ability to reconstruct Rin's complete body and restore her from her Impure World Reincarnation state 343 344.

Abilities

Natural Energy Manipulation

Shirozumi possesses a unique constitution that allows him to naturally absorb Natural Energy without mutation or berserkness, unlike others who attempt Sage Art 88. As he cannot conventionally refine Chakra, he cultivates through Natural Energy instead 18. His regular state is equivalent to other people's Sage Demonde, granting him extraordinary perception 18 127. The degree of Natural Energy aggregation within his body has reached a terrifying level 104.

• Applications:
  • Super Sage Demonde: Shirozumi can inject concentrated Natural Energy into others, temporarily activating a super Sage Demonde for them. This power is so immense that Shirozumi must control it throughout the entire process 104.
  • Elemental Control: He can use this ability to control natural elements, such as creating a sky-piercing tornado to dispel powerful attacks 133. He can also actively absorb solar energy, which can be compressed and ejected as a Sunlight Beam or Sunlight Flames for attacks 194.
  • Weather Forecast: By applying his understanding of Natural Energy, he can induce natural calamities including tornadoes, lightning, floods, and other elemental phenomena. Its scope exceeds ordinary weather manipulation 127.
  • Ocean Expansion: Shirozumi can use his growing control over water and sea elements to calm or manipulate the sea 205.
  • Amplification: Shirozumi can amplify the abilities of others by injecting Natural Energy. This is similar to Jūgo's ability but has a true amplification effect, adding "true damage" from Natural Energy 104.
  • Keystones: He can create Natural Energy stones containing specially designed circuits and solar energy, allowing a wearer to access his version of Sage Mode without direct contact 161.
  • Body Enhancement: His body can withstand immense stellar energy, and while it may collapse under the strain, his Crazy Diamond ability repairs it 133.
• Limitations:
  • The immense power of injected Natural Energy requires Shirozumi's constant control 104.
  • The power of his elemental control ability can only be gradually increased by comprehending the control of Natural Energy 127.
  • Sustained use of immense energy can cause constant, intense pain, blurring his consciousness 134.
  • Sun-God Sage mode has a time limit determined by how long Shirozumi can withstand its pain and remain conscious 134.
  • Keystones can be mass-produced only through Shirozumi's individual manual creation, limiting their distribution despite their effectiveness 503.

Time Manipulation

Shirozumi has acquired several abilities related to time, including Time Deletion, future prediction, Time Stop, and enhanced speed 177.

• Applications:
  • Time Deletion: This derivative ability has grown from tens of seconds to two minutes, allowing him to see the future and alter outcomes 18 83.
  • Epitaph: Shirozumi can actively observe future events before acting, enabling him to make informed tactical decisions 25 69.
  • Time Stop ("The World"): Shirozumi can stop time, with a current limit of about ten seconds. If an opponent also uses time-stopping abilities, Shirozumi can remain conscious in their stopped time without consuming his own 134.
  • Enhanced Speed: He possesses immense speed, as demonstrated when he saved Mei Terumi and sent the Raikage flying 36 177.
• Limitations:
  • The duration of his Time Stop is entirely dependent on his Natural Energy, physical fitness, and mental strength 134.
  • Time Deletion and future prediction require active use rather than functioning automatically 25.

Ability Extraction ("White Snake")

Shirozumi can extract one of a target's abilities in the form of an Optical Disc from their body 134.

• Applications:
  • Disabling Opponents: This ability can be fatal to members of the Ōtsutsuki Clan, as it can remove their Karma and associated powers 134.
  • Targeting Kekkei Genkai: It is most suitable for extracting bloodline inheritance Kekkei Genkai 134.
  • Rinnegan Extraction: Shirozumi extracted Sasuke's Rinnegan rather than allowing him to return Itachi's eye 136.
• Limitations:
  • Shirozumi can only extract one disc at a time 134.
  • Ninjutsu and Kekkei Genkai are not considered a single ability for extraction 134.

Calamity Bestowal ("Miracle For You")

Shirozumi gained an ability named "Miracle For You" after coming into contact with Hanabi's Tenseigan-mode Truth-Seeking Orb. It allows him to adjust and temporarily bestow calamity-inducing powers 280 281.

• Applications:
  • Targeted Misfortune: He can cause misfortune to befall anyone hostile towards a chosen individual or their allies 281.
  • Adjustable Intensity: Shirozumi can adjust the intensity of the calamity's attacks 281.
  • Temporary Bestowal: He can temporarily grant the ability's effects to others, as demonstrated when Hanabi's hostile lunar target was afflicted by calamity 280 281.
• Limitations:
  • This ability is not purely automatic; Shirozumi has control over its application 281.

Space-Time and Creation Techniques

Shirozumi has acquired or demonstrated several techniques related to transportation, gravity, and creation.

• Applications:
  • New Moon: Shirozumi awakened a gravity-manipulation ability called New Moon after using the Natural Energy left by Nagato's Chibaku Tensei. He can manipulate and reverse gravity within a limited range, including shattering and reassembling a stone 25.
  • Heavenly Transfer Technique: Shirozumi learned the technique's cultivation method and hand seals after interrogating Mabui within the Limited Tsukuyomi world 244.
  • Gravity Manipulation: He used his gravity- or space-time-related power to destroy the supposedly indestructible Box of Paradise 210.
  • Life and Creation Power: Kaguya materialized part of her sealed body and granted Shirozumi an ability related to life and creation, which can accelerate Orochimaru's resurrection plan 340.
  • Golden Experience: Shirozumi named his Kaguya-derived creation ability Golden Experience. It can transform inorganic material into organs and use cultivated cells to shape and reconstruct living tissues and complete bodies 343 344.
• Limitations:
  • New Moon's range was initially small, and its broader limits remain undisclosed 25.
  • The full limits of Shirozumi's Heavenly Transfer Technique and Kaguya-granted creation power remain undisclosed 244 340.
  • Golden Experience requires accurate biological information and suitable cellular material for precise resurrection work 343 344.

Physical Prowess

Shirozumi possesses immense strength, capable of effortlessly destroying the Box of Paradise and sending the Raikage flying with a single punch 36 210. He also demonstrates proficiency in Medical Ninjutsu, as he was able to heal Fū's injuries 36.

• Applications:
  • Destructive Power: His physical attacks are potent enough to destroy seemingly indestructible objects 210.
  • Combat Effectiveness: He can engage in hand-to-hand combat effectively, even without special abilities 104.
  • Healing: He can heal injuries, indicating knowledge of medical techniques, while Crazy Diamond can repair physical damage directly 36 47.
• Limitations:
  • His physical body, while strong, can still be overwhelmed by immense energy, requiring Crazy Diamond for continuous repair 133.

Power Progression

Chapter	Ability Gained	Description
16	Sage Art (suspected)	Itachi suspects Shirozumi is using Sage Demonde due to increased strength and enhanced sensory ability, though Shirozumi's appearance does not change and there is no apparent duration 16.
18	Time Deletion (derivative)	Shirozumi's derivative ability to delete time gradually increased from tens of seconds to two minutes 18.
24	Natural Energy (body resilience)	Shirozumi's body gained resilience from Natural Energy, allowing him to withstand Nagato's Shinra Tensei 24.
25	New Moon	Shirozumi awakens New Moon, a gravity-manipulation ability, by using the remaining Natural Energy from Nagato's Chibaku Tensei 25.
36	Medical Ninjutsu (proficiency)	Shirozumi demonstrates proficiency in Medical Ninjutsu by healing Fū's injuries 36.
39	Crazy Diamond	Shirozumi activates Crazy Diamond, demonstrating its repair-related ability after Konan had tested the ability with him 37 39.
50	Natural Energy (utilization)	Shirozumi's method of utilizing Natural Energy is compared to Orochimaru's Cursed Seals, which also amplify abilities using Natural Energy 50 161.
55	Transformation Jutsu	Shirozumi uses a Transformation Jutsu to deceive Hanabi 55.
79	Cursed Seal Removal	Shirozumi reveals that he can break Cursed Seals and removes Hanabi's Caged Bird seal 79 80.
88	Natural Energy (absorption)	Shirozumi's unique constitution allows him to naturally absorb Natural Energy without mutation or berserkness, a method he stole from Ryūchi Cave 88.
104	Natural Energy (amplification)	Shirozumi masters the ability to inject super Natural Energy into others, temporarily activating a super Sage Demonde for them, though it requires his continuous control 104.
127	Weather Forecast (Natural Energy application)	Shirozumi's ability, which can be called "Weather Forecast," is an application of Natural Energy, with its power increasing through comprehending Natural Energy control 127.
131	New Abilities (Ōtsutsuki interaction)	Shirozumi seeks to trigger and obtain new abilities by interacting with Ōtsutsuki, especially "harmless characters" like Urashiki 131.
133	Sun God Demonde	Shirozumi activates "Sun God Demonde," absorbing all surrounding light into his body, causing the sky to darken 133.
133	Land Control (Earth Style)	Shirozumi controls the entire landmass to trap and compress Demonmoshiki between rock pillars 133.
133	Lightning Storm (Kirin-equivalent)	Shirozumi summons a lightning storm, equivalent to Sasuke's Kirin, to electrocute Demonmoshiki 133.
133	Crazy Diamond (self-repair)	Shirozumi's Crazy Diamond ability continuously repairs his body as it collapses under immense energy 133.
134	Time Stop	Shirozumi acquires a time-stopping ability, similar to Momoshiki's, with its duration dependent on his Natural Energy, physical fitness, and mental strength 134.
134	White Snake	Shirozumi gains White Snake, an ability that extracts one target ability as an Optical Disc 134.
161	Natural Energy Keystones	Shirozumi develops reusable Natural Energy stones that can grant users access to his version of Sage Mode 161.
193	Power Bestowal (Shirozumi's power)	Tsunade and Kurotsuchi state they are "completely filled up" by Shirozumi's power, implying he can bestow power 193.
194	Primitive Return (Natural Energy boost)	Shirozumi actively injects Natural Energy to boost Kurotsuchi's Primitive Return mode, controlling her body 194.
194	Solar Energy Absorption	Shirozumi discovers he can actively absorb Solar Energy in the "Great Sun Exposure" environment, though it can only be used for basic attacks and not to strengthen himself 194.
197	Priestess Power (awakening)	Shirozumi's presence or actions lead to the awakening of the Priestess's explosive power in Con 197.
205	Ocean Expansion	Shirozumi demonstrates growing mastery over water and sea elements, allowing him to calm and manipulate ocean waters 205.
210	Gravity Manipulation (Box of Paradise destruction)	Shirozumi effortlessly destroys the indestructible Box of Paradise using gravity- or Space-Time Ninjutsu-related power 210.
220	Yachihoko Mark (protection)	Shirozumi leaves a Yachihoko mark on Yugito for her protection 220.
244	Heavenly Transfer Technique	Shirozumi obtains the Heavenly Transfer Technique's cultivation method and hand seals from Mabui 244.
262	Baryon Demonde	Shirozumi re-explains Baryon Demonde, an ability that makes his attacks very potent 262.
281	Miracle For You	Shirozumi gains "Miracle For You," an ability that allows him to adjust and temporarily bestow calamity-inducing powers 281.
340	Life and Creation Power	Kaguya grants Shirozumi a power related to life and creation by materializing part of her sealed body 340.
343	Golden Experience	Shirozumi names Kaguya's life- and creation-related gift Golden Experience and demonstrates its ability to shape cells and inorganic material into organs and living body parts 343.

Character Relationships

• Shirozumi and Itachi: Itachi initially suspects Shirozumi is using Sage Demonde 16. Shirozumi informs Itachi and Kisame about the Akatsuki's changed mission and assigns them the Land of Waves mission 7. Konan warns Shirozumi about trusting Itachi, but Shirozumi is confident in his ability to handle him 7. He influences Itachi by revealing part of the truth about the future of the Ninja World and Sasuke's future role 8. Itachi later observes Shirozumi from a distance while following his orders 19.
• Shirozumi and Mei Terumi: Shirozumi saves Mei Terumi from Uchiha Hikari 177. He teases Mei by calling her "Fifth Mizukage" to provoke a reaction 19. Mei initially suspects his intentions but later believes he is from the future 19 20. Shirozumi encourages Mei to become Mizukage quickly 20. They discuss his plans for Kurotsuchi and Mei's Primordial Sea mode 177 178.
• Shirozumi and Kurotsuchi: Shirozumi's peripheral vision subconsciously flickers towards Kurotsuchi when he sees Mei Terumi's bandages, noting Kurotsuchi also has bandages 46. Kurotsuchi initially thinks Shirozumi will reject her but is surprised when he agrees to her joining the Akatsuki 30. Shirozumi supports her development as a future Tsuchikage and reinforces her with Natural Energy 34 193. Kurotsuchi supports Tsunade's statement about being "filled up" by Shirozumi 193.
• Shirozumi and Hanabi: Shirozumi reveals to Hanabi that their previous encounter was a lie and that he is from the future, needing her help 55. He takes Hanabi from Konoha, and she agrees to become strong to protect her loved ones 55. Shirozumi removes her Caged Bird seal and frees her from Main Family control 79 80. He later explains his new ability and the threat from the moon to Hanabi 281.
• Shirozumi and Sasori: Shirozumi advises Sasori to maintain his humanity and gives him a photo of Grandma Chiyo, which elicits an emotional reaction from Sasori 97. He assigns Sasori a mission to deal with the Land of Wind's Daimyo 97. Shirozumi later works with Sasori during Kakashi and Chiyo's marriage, acting as officiant while Sasori represents the bride's side 336.
• Shirozumi and Temari: Temari accuses Shirozumi of being a "pervert" 97. Their interaction starts tense but ends with Shirozumi inviting her home 97. Temari participates in a role-play with Shirozumi to engage Uchiha Hikari's emotions 100. Temari initially refuses to be Kazekage when Shirozumi suggests it 104.
• Shirozumi and Gaara: Gaara assists in the unsealing process of Uchiha Hikari and role-plays his past self 100. Gaara has an epiphany under Shirozumi's pressure 104. Shirozumi uses Gaara as the first major test subject for his Natural Energy amplification, temporarily taking control of Gaara's sand while strengthening him 104.
• Shirozumi and Yugito: Yugito meets Shirozumi and learns about his mission to prevent the Infinite Tsukuyomi 220. Yugito develops a crush on Shirozumi 220. Shirozumi leaves a Yachihoko mark on Yugito for her protection 220. Yugito later seeks his help in avoiding the Great Toad Sage's prophecy and is introduced to Rin and Fū's training 507.
• Shirozumi and Tsunade: Tsunade learns that only Yakumo Kurama remains with the Kurama Clan's Kekkei Genkai and can assist Shirozumi's group 147. Tsunade's suspicions strain her relationship with Shirozumi, who treats her with silence and indifference 147. Tsunade seeks advice from Tobirama Senju about Shirozumi's behavior 147. Tsunade and Kurotsuchi bond over their shared disinterest in Yomi's offer, solidifying their alliance with Shirozumi 193. Tsunade is relieved but disappointed when Shirozumi does not force Tsukuyomi on her 149.
• Shirozumi and Yakumo Kurama: Yakumo initially distrusts Shirozumi after learning the truth about her parents' death, but later hugs him in gratitude 148. Shirozumi decides to use Hikari's method to help Yakumo defeat her heart demon, Ido 149.
• Shirozumi and Uchiha Hikari: Shirozumi explains to Hikari that Hashirama Senju is too suppressed due to the Uchiha clan's wipeout 115. Hikari initially chooses death over having a Flying Thunder God marking from Tobirama 121. Hikari intervenes to snap Yakumo out of her distrustful state and uses advanced Genjutsu to help her 148. Shirozumi praises Hikari for her innovative use of Tsukuyomi for healing 149. The two discuss Raiga Kurosuki's future daughter 168. Hikari calls Shirozumi her sun while protecting and assisting him during the Gashadokuro operation 193.
• Shirozumi and Kaguya Ōtsutsuki: Shirozumi has pursued Kaguya's revival since his arrival in the past, believing she is necessary to oppose the Ōtsutsuki threat 5 6. Kaguya eventually decides to help him after understanding the current Ninja World and provides him with a life- and creation-related ability 339 340. The power manifests as Golden Experience, which Shirozumi uses in his resurrection research 343.
• Shirozumi and Hashirama Senju: Hashirama is heartbroken when Shirozumi tells Hikari to ignore him 115. Hashirama begins recovering from his injuries 177. Shirozumi later uses Time Stop to throw Hashirama at the Masked Man, allowing both to be drawn into Kamui Space 438.
• Shirozumi and Tobirama Senju: Tobirama shows Shirozumi a research topic involving Hashirama Cells and a Sharingan 179. Tobirama is relieved when Shirozumi appears but then questions his actions when Shirozumi returns Urashiki's weapon 131. Tobirama, Orochimaru, and Shirozumi discuss the situation on the moon and the Ōtsutsuki Clan's history 281.
• Shirozumi and Orochimaru: Orochimaru assists Shirozumi's cultivation research and accompanies him to Ryūchi Cave 86. Orochimaru explains the origin of the Sharingan in Tobirama's petri dish 179. Orochimaru, Tobirama, and Shirozumi discuss the situation on the moon and the Ōtsutsuki Clan's history 281. Kaguya's later gift to Shirozumi is expected to accelerate Orochimaru's resurrection plan 340. Orochimaru provides the cultivated cells used when Shirozumi reconstructs Nohara Rin through Golden Experience 343 344.
• Shirozumi and Nohara Rin: Shirozumi undertakes Rin's resurrection surgery after gaining Golden Experience, using her cultivated cells to reconstruct her body 343. Rin remains conscious to provide real-time feedback and assists Shirozumi in understanding the final anatomical details required for the procedure 343 344.
• Shirozumi and Konan: Konan warns Shirozumi about trusting Itachi 7. Konan suggests Hanabi might need to drink Chakra from the Ōtsutsuki Clan to awaken the Tenseigan 55. Konan explains the Akatsuki's analysis of the Masked Man not being Madara 257. Konan explains to Shirozumi that the Three-Tails is connected to a mysterious person 256.
• Shirozumi and Zabuza: Zabuza offers Shirozumi his sword, but Shirozumi refuses, stating he does not enjoy killing 16. Shirozumi affirms Zabuza's statement about assassinating the Daimyo 16. He also supports Zabuza's ambition to reform the Bloody Mist and administer the Land of Waves 14.
• Shirozumi and Fū: Shirozumi reveals Fū is the Seven-Tails Jinchūriki 36. He heals Fū and invites her to join their group, which she accepts 36. Shirozumi later gives Fū a stone to enhance her abilities, and Fū eventually masters Sage Mode through a shortcut 188 503.
• Shirozumi and Kazahana Koyuki: Shirozumi reveals his knowledge about a necklace being the key to a geothermal device 41. Kazahana Koyuki is stunned by his knowledge and refers to him as "Information Shirozumi" 41. Shirozumi shows her a scroll signed by the Tsuchikage and Mizukage, inviting the Land of Snow to join the Inter-mutual Alliance 41.
• Shirozumi and Ōnoki: Ōnoki is reminded of Madara Uchiha by Shirozumi's strength 29. Ōnoki questions Shirozumi about obtaining Ishiyori's blood 29. Ōnoki feels his mouth twitch when Kurotsuchi openly discusses gathering intelligence on Shirozumi 30.
• Shirozumi and Raiga Kurosuki: Shirozumi reveals his alliance with the Mizukage and offers Raiga Kurosuki a chance to prove his strength and inherit a ninja sword 168. After witnessing Shirozumi's strength, Raiga abandons his wish to restore his former glory and considers becoming a teacher 178.
• Shirozumi and Urashiki: Shirozumi encounters Urashiki, a "harmless character" with unique mechanics, and deliberately attempts to trigger new abilities through their interaction 131. Urashiki's attempt to hook Shirozumi's Chakra becomes the basis for Shirozumi's White Snake ability 134.
• Shirozumi and Ōtsutsuki Toneri: Shirozumi initially uses Miracle For You through Hanabi to afflict Toneri after Toneri directs hostility toward her 280 282. He later persuades Toneri to abandon his plan to destroy and recreate the Ninja World, instead making him a lunar monitor who can warn the Ninja World of incoming Ōtsutsuki threats 289 290.
• Shirozumi and the Raikage: The Raikage is sent flying by Shirozumi's punch 36. The Raikage retreats after seeing Fū partially transform into the Seven-Tails 36. He later suspects that Shirozumi used Space-Time Ninjutsu to destroy the Box of Paradise 210.

Significant Events

• Akatsuki Organization Agrees to Shirozumi's Plan: The Akatsuki members gather and agree to Shirozumi's strategic plan, with tasks assigned for economic development, material gathering, and training 7.
• Shirozumi's Experiment with Nagato: Shirozumi conducts an experiment with Nagato, hypothesizing that contact with Ōtsutsuki Clan-related items might awaken new powers. Nagato's use of Shinra Tensei and Chibaku Tensei on Shirozumi fails to produce the expected results, and the black sphere of Chibaku Tensei vanishes 24.
• Shirozumi Awakens New Moon: After Nagato's Chibaku Tensei provides sufficient Natural Energy, Shirozumi awakens New Moon, a gravity-manipulation ability capable of reversing gravity within objects 25.
• Shirozumi Questions Hyuga Hiashi: Shirozumi questions Hyuga Hiashi about the clan's treatment of those with the Byakugan outside the village, and plans with Konan to "rescue" gifted children from the Hyuga clan 51.
• Hanabi's Caged Bird Seal Is Removed: Shirozumi negotiates for access to the Flying Thunder God Technique and removes Hanabi's Caged Bird seal, freeing her from the Hyuga Main Family's control 79 80.
• Shirozumi Enters Four Violet Flames Formation: Shirozumi enters the Four Violet Flames Formation, giving Orochimaru a familiar sensation similar to Ryūchi Cave's Sage Art 67.
• Shirozumi Advises Sasori: Shirozumi visits Sasori, advising him to maintain his humanity and assigning him a mission to deal with the Land of Wind's Daimyo 97.
• Urashiki Abducts Naruto: Urashiki abducts Naruto while attempting to steal his Nine-Tails Chakra, but is severely burned 123.
• Shirozumi's Sun-God Sage Against Momoshiki: Shirozumi activates Sun-God Sage mode, controls natural phenomena against Momoshiki, forces him to use Time Stop, and obtains both Time Stop and White Snake through the encounter 133 134.
• Momoshiki's Karma Is Extracted: Shirozumi uses White Snake to remove Momoshiki's Karma as an Optical Disc, ending Momoshiki's control over Boruto 134.
• Tsunade Becomes Hokage: Tsunade becomes the new Hokage and learns about Yakumo Kurama, the last member of the Kurama Clan with the Kekkei Genkai. Tsunade tasks Czune to inform Kurenai Yuhi about Yakumo's health issues and delivers Asuma's death notice 147.
• Shirozumi Saves Mei Terumi: Shirozumi saves Mei Terumi from Uchiha Hikari using Time Deletion, Time Stop, and enhanced speed. He reveals his plan to create a "Land of Termination" to expand the continent 177.
• Gashadokuro's Physical Body Sealed: The Gashadokuro's physical body is sealed in the Land of Swamps, with Kurotsuchi supporting the sealing sphere using Lightweight Rock 193.
• Box of Paradise Destroyed: Shirozumi effortlessly destroys the supposedly indestructible Box of Paradise with an unidentified gravity- or space-time-related technique 210.
• Shirozumi Learns Heavenly Transfer: Within the Limited Tsukuyomi world, Shirozumi interrogates Mabui and obtains the Heavenly Transfer Technique's cultivation method and hand seals 244.
• Shirozumi Sets Goals for Amegakure: Shirozumi sets new goals for Amegakure: stabilization, development, and improved combat power. He plans to revive Kaguya without alerting Ōtsutsuki Isshiki 274.
• Shirozumi Gains Miracle For You Ability: Shirozumi gains a new ability, Miracle For You, allowing him to adjust and temporarily bestow calamity-inducing powers. He alerts the Ōtsutsuki Clan on the moon to the Hyuga clan's presence 281.
• Toneri Becomes a Lunar Monitor: Shirozumi persuades Ōtsutsuki Toneri to monitor the moon for Ōtsutsuki Clan invasions and equips him with means to communicate warnings to the Ninja World 289 290.
• Kaguya Assists Shirozumi: Kaguya chooses to support Shirozumi after learning of the state of the Ninja World and grants him a power connected to life and creation 339 340.
• Nohara Rin Is Reconstructed: Using Golden Experience, cultivated cells, and Rin's own feedback during the procedure, Shirozumi reconstructs Rin's body and completes her resurrection 343 344.
• Shirozumi Uses Hashirama Against the Masked Man: Shirozumi uses Time Stop to launch Hashirama Senju at the Masked Man, causing both combatants to enter Kamui Space 438.

Themes

Shirozumi's narrative explores themes of power and its consequences, particularly concerning the Ōtsutsuki Clan's influence and the dangers of inbreeding 6 281. His strategic thinking and willingness to take risks are highlighted through his experiments with abilities and his efforts to unify the Ninja World 24 274. The struggle between light and darkness, and the potential for change and redemption, are central to his interactions, especially with Black Zetsu and Kaguya 6 274 339. The narrative also delves into the corrupt nature of established systems, such as the Daimyo system, and the futility of fighting overwhelming power 16.

Storytelling and its societal impact are explored through movie scripts and novels, with Shirozumi often using these mediums to convey messages or influence others 42 278. The importance of trust, friendship, and the erosion of these bonds are also significant, as seen in his strained relationship with Tsunade 147. Additionally, the narrative touches upon humanity versus rationality, particularly in Sasori's character arc, and the power of inheritance and strength 97 168. Shirozumi's development also emphasizes preparation over complacency: rather than allowing a false peace to leave the Ninja World vulnerable, he seeks to spread access to Natural Energy, Sage Art, and other means of resisting the Ōtsutsuki 16 161 503.

His resurrection work with Golden Experience further explores the boundaries between life and death, as well as the ethical and technical demands of restoring a person completely rather than merely recreating a body 343 344.