Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Boruto, Sarada, and their class rep wake up after a three-day coma, realizing their previous experiences were not a dream.
• Boruto is unaware of Kawaki waiting for him outside the experimental building.
• In Konoha, Jiraiya's second Icha Icha Paradise novel is released, causing a stir.
• Tsunade discovers Jiraiya is the Mount Myoboku Sage and beats him up, leading to Jiraiya's decision to leave the village.
• Tsunade learns about Jiraiya's female confidante in a village full of women, hinting at future developments.

Character Developments

• Boruto, Sarada, and the class rep accept their shared experience as reality.
• Jiraiya's fame grows with his second novel, but he faces Tsunade's wrath upon her discovery of his secret identity.
• Tsunade's anger and protective nature towards Jiraiya are highlighted, leading her to seek a solution for his behavior.

Significant Themes

• Reality vs. Dreams: Boruto, Sarada, and the class rep grapple with whether their experiences were real or a dream.
• Consequences of Secrets: Jiraiya's secret identity as a novelist leads to Tsunade's anger and his decision to leave the village.
• Protection and Guidance: Tsunade's actions show her desire to protect and guide Jiraiya, despite her harsh methods.

Character Interactions

• Boruto, Sarada, and the class rep share a moment of understanding and camaraderie upon realizing their shared experience was real.
• Tsunade's interaction with Jiraiya highlights their close friendship and her protective nature towards him.
• Yuya's interaction with Tsunade shows his helplessness in dealing with her anger and his desire to avoid conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiraiya visits Orochimaru, revealing he's been kicked out of Konoha by Tsunade.
• Orochimaru drugs Jiraiya's fruit tea, planning to send him back to Konoha for a reward.
• Another Orochimaru from a parallel world arrives, seeking refuge and offering his research data in exchange for using this world's Orochimaru's experimental facilities.

Character Developments

• Orochimaru: Shows his manipulative and opportunistic nature, willing to betray Jiraiya for funding. Reveals his jealousy of his parallel self's better research environment.
• Jiraiya: Struggles with his single status and lack of roots, feeling envious of Orochimaru's lifestyle. Shows loyalty to Orochimaru initially but is betrayed.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal: Orochimaru betrays Jiraiya for personal gain, highlighting the theme of trust and loyalty in their friendship.
• Jealousy: Orochimaru's jealousy of his parallel self's better research environment drives him to seek refuge in this world.
• Greed: Orochimaru's desire for better research conditions and funding leads him to make questionable decisions.

Character Interactions

• Orochimaru and Jiraiya: Their interaction reveals Orochimaru's manipulative nature and Jiraiya's naivety in trusting Orochimaru.
• Orochimaru (this world) and Orochimaru (parallel world): Their interaction highlights their shared ambition and Orochimaru's jealousy of his parallel self's better research environment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Orochimaru and Yuya's relationship shifts from a 'big brother-little brother' dynamic to a client-contractor one.
• Tsunade's concern for Orochimaru's well-being contrasts with Yuya's lack of interest in Orochimaru's personal life.
• Yuya decides to expand the university, considering establishing a second one due to high demand and the success of the first.
• Minato Namikaze graduates early from the university, highlighting its educational value.
• Shika Nara expresses interest in becoming the president of the second university, but Yuya has reservations.
• Jiraiya is brought back to Konoha by Tsunade, and Yuya reveals that Nadeshiko Himiko wants to travel the world with him.

Character Developments

• Orochimaru: Feels warmth and closeness from Tsunade's trivial questions, indicating a desire for familial connection.
• Yuya: Becomes more involved in university expansion, showing his commitment to education and Konoha's development.
• Tsunade: Demonstrates her caring nature by looking out for Orochimaru and Nadeshiko Himiko's well-being.
• Jiraiya: Struggles with his feelings and responsibilities, needing to give a definite answer regarding Nadeshiko Himiko's proposal.

Significant Themes

• Family and belonging: Orochimaru's desire for familial connection, Tsunade's nurturing behavior, and Jiraiya's struggle with his responsibilities.
• Education and personal growth: The university's success in cultivating students' abilities and minds.
• Responsibility and decision-making: Jiraiya's need to make a decision about Nadeshiko Himiko's proposal.

Character Interactions

• Orochimaru and Tsunade: Their relationship grows closer, with Tsunade acting like Orochimaru's big sister.
• Yuya and Orochimaru: Their dynamic shifts from familial to professional, with Yuya making demands and approving budgets.
• Yuya and Shika Nara: They discuss the possibility of Shika Nara becoming the president of the second university, but Yuya has reservations.
• Tsunade and Jiraiya: Tsunade forcibly brings Jiraiya back to Konoha, and Yuya reveals Nadeshiko Himiko's proposal to Jiraiya.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nadeshiko Himiko removes her mourning band after a year of mourning her mother's death.
• The village chief informs Himiko that the Hokage of Konoha wants her to go to Konoha.
• Himiko is confused about the purpose of the Hokage's summons.
• The village chief reveals that the Hokage wants to arrange a marriage for Himiko.
• Himiko is hesitant but agrees to go to Konoha.
• In Konoha, the Hokage proposes a marriage arrangement between Himiko and Jiraiya.

Character Developments

• Himiko: She has been mourning her mother's death and is uncertain about her future. She feels a deep reverence for the Hokage due to his kindness towards her village. She is initially hesitant about the Hokage's marriage proposal but ultimately agrees to it.
• Jiraiya: Though not physically present, his name is mentioned as a potential suitor for Himiko. He is remembered for an agreement made between him and Himiko concerning disciples nine years ago.

Significant Themes

• Grief and Loss: Himiko is still mourning her mother's death and is struggling to find purpose in her life.
• Kindness and Debt: The Hokage's kindness towards Nadeshiko Village has left Himiko feeling a deep sense of debt, influencing her decision to go to Konoha.
• Marriage and Arranged Relationships: The chapter explores the theme of arranged marriages and the expectations placed on women in such situations.

Character Interactions

• Himiko and the Village Chief: The village chief informs Himiko about the Hokage's summons and pressures her into accepting the marriage arrangement.
• Himiko and the Hokage: Though not physically present, the Hokage's influence is felt throughout the chapter, and his marriage proposal is the catalyst for Himiko's journey to Konoha.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuya reveals to Himiko that Jiraiya still has feelings for her, and to Jiraiya that Himiko cares about him too.
• Yuya arranges for Himiko to stay in Konoha and gives Jiraiya the key to her room.
• Jiraiya struggles with whether to visit Himiko, feeling conflicted and proud at the same time.

Character Developments

• Jiraiya: Struggles with his feelings for Himiko, feeling proud yet conflicted about her affection for him. He's torn between visiting her and letting her down.
• Himiko: Remains steadfast in her feelings for Jiraiya, waiting for him in Konoha.
• Yuya: Acts as a matchmaker, manipulating events to bring Jiraiya and Himiko together. He's determined to see Jiraiya settle down.

Significant Themes

• Love and Relationships: The chapter explores the complexities of love and relationships, with Jiraiya grappling with his feelings for Himiko.
• Manipulation vs. Honesty: Yuya's methods raise questions about manipulation versus honest communication in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Jiraiya and Himiko: Their relationship remains unaddressed directly, with Jiraiya struggling to decide whether to visit Himiko.
• Jiraiya and Yuya: Jiraiya is suspicious of Yuya's intentions, while Yuya is determined to help Jiraiya find happiness.
• Jiraiya and Nagato: They coincidentally meet in a ramen shop, both lost in thought about their respective romantic dilemmas.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiraiya meets Nagato, his disciple, who has stayed in Konoha longer than planned to take the university entrance exam.
• Jiraiya recalls his own brief, confusing experience at the university.
• Nagato confesses his confusion about a girl (Himiko's disciple) who likes him but he doesn't reciprocate, and his feelings for another girl, Konan.
• Nagato's dilemma is that the girl from Nadeshiko Village, who likes him, is leaving Konoha and wants a clear answer.

Character Developments

• Jiraiya: Shows concern for Nagato's personal life, gives advice based on his own experiences, and reveals his own romantic confusion.
• Nagato: Struggles with his feelings for two different girls, shows maturity in handling his emotions and decisions.

Significant Themes

• Romantic confusion and indecision
• The importance of clear communication in relationships
• The pursuit of education and personal growth

Character Interactions

• Jiraiya and Nagato: Their teacher-student relationship deepens as they discuss Nagato's romantic issues, with Jiraiya offering guidance based on his own experiences.
• Nagato and Himiko's disciple: Nagato struggles with how to handle the disciple's feelings for him.
• Nagato and Konan: Nagato's feelings for Konan are hinted at, but their relationship is not explored in this chapter.
• Nagato and the girl from Nadeshiko Village: Nagato must decide how to respond to the girl's feelings for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiraiya hesitates to meet Himiko, despite Nagato's encouragement.
• Yuya finds Jiraiya lingering near Himiko's house and encourages him to meet her face-to-face.
• Jiraiya visits Himiko, initially planning to reject her, but ends up staying for dinner.
• Three months later, Jiraiya and Himiko are getting married. Tsunade receives their wedding invitation.
• Tsunade from another world requests to attend the wedding.

Character Developments

• Jiraiya struggles with his feelings for Himiko, eventually deciding to meet her and later accepting her.
• Nagato, though not present, shows growth in his understanding of relationships and following advice given.
• Yuya demonstrates maturity and wisdom in advising Jiraiya, showing his own personal growth.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: Jiraiya's struggle with commitment and his eventual acceptance of love.
• Regret and moving on: Tsunade from another world's regret over Jiraiya's loneliness, and her decision to attend the wedding.
• Freedom vs. commitment: Jiraiya's fear of losing his freedom if he commits to a relationship.

Character Interactions

• Jiraiya and Nagato: Nagato's advice influences Jiraiya, leading him to consider his own feelings for Himiko.
• Jiraiya and Yuya: Yuya provides guidance and support to Jiraiya, helping him make a decision about Himiko.
• Jiraiya and Himiko: Jiraiya's initial hesitation and eventual acceptance of Himiko's feelings lead to their decision to marry.
• Tsunade and Yuya: Tsunade's reaction to the wedding invitation and her decision to allow Tsunade from another world to attend the wedding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiraiya's sudden engagement to Himiko surprises Yuya.
• Yuya learns that Jiraiya has been in Konoha with Himiko for three months, spending most of their time in the Outer City, visiting surrounding villages, and admiring nature.
• Jiraiya asks Yuya for a million ryō for his wedding, revealing he spent all his manuscript royalties on 'research'.
• Yuya discovers Jiraiya's 'research' might not involve what he initially thought.

Character Developments

• Yuya: Shows concern for Jiraiya and Himiko's relationship, and is willing to help Jiraiya financially.
• Jiraiya: Reveals his frugality and dedication to his 'research', and his willingness to marry Himiko and wander the world with her.

Significant Themes

• The gap between Konoha's Inner City and Outer City, and the struggles of Outer City residents to move in.
• The nature of Jiraiya's 'research' and its implications on his relationship with Himiko.

Character Interactions

• Yuya and Jiraiya: Yuya, as Jiraiya's older brother, shows concern and support for Jiraiya's upcoming marriage, while Jiraiya confides in Yuya about his financial needs and relationship with Himiko.
• Yuya and Hyuga Kazuko: Yuya consults with Hyuga Kazuko, an Anbu, to learn about Jiraiya's activities over the past three months.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuya learns that Jiraiya is still a virgin and plans to profit from his ring purchase.
• Himiko asks Yuya to sit as the elder at her wedding with Jiraiya.
• Orochimaru leaves a bouquet of roses and a photograph of him, Jiraiya, and Tsunade at Yuya's doorstep.
• Jiraiya and Himiko get married with few attendees.

Character Developments

• Yuya: Shows his cunning and manipulative side, planning to profit from Jiraiya's ring purchase.
• Jiraiya: Revealed to be a virgin despite his erotic novel fame.
• Himiko: Shows understanding and acceptance of Jiraiya's past, willing to marry him.
• Orochimaru: Mysteriously leaves a bouquet and photograph at Yuya's doorstep, hinting at his past with Jiraiya and Tsunade.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and profit: Yuya's schemes to benefit from Jiraiya's ring purchase.
• Past relationships: Orochimaru's hint at his past with Jiraiya and Tsunade.
• Acceptance: Himiko's willingness to marry Jiraiya despite his past.

Character Interactions

• Yuya and Jiraiya: Yuya manipulates Jiraiya for profit, while Jiraiya remains oblivious.
• Yuya and Himiko: Yuya offers to sit as the elder at her wedding with Jiraiya.
• Yuya and Orochimaru: Yuya plans to capture Orochimaru during the wedding.
• Jiraiya and Himiko: They get married with few attendees due to Jiraiya's lack of connections.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Orochimaru attends Jiraiya's wedding, disguised as a gate guard.
• Yuya discovers Orochimaru's presence and corners him.
• Orochimaru is forced to return to Konoha by Tsunade.

Character Developments

• Orochimaru: Realizes he cannot escape Yuya's influence and returns to Konoha.
• Tsunade: Shows emotional anger towards Orochimaru for not attending Jiraiya's wedding and demands his return to Konoha.

Significant Themes

• The importance of family and friendship, as seen through Tsunade's emotional outburst.
• The power dynamics between Yuya and Orochimaru, with Orochimaru ultimately yielding to Yuya's influence.

Character Interactions

• Orochimaru and Yuya: Yuya manipulates Orochimaru into returning to Konoha, while Orochimaru reluctantly complies.
• Tsunade and Orochimaru: Tsunade expresses her anger and disappointment towards Orochimaru for not attending the wedding, leading to his return to Konoha.
• Tsunade and Yuya: Tsunade and Yuya have a brief disagreement over Orochimaru's role in Konoha, with Tsunade ultimately siding with Orochimaru.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Orochimaru returns to Konoha for Jiraiya's wedding but leaves soon after.
+ Yuya and Tsunade discover a farewell letter from Jiraiya, revealing he and Orochimaru have left Konoha together.

Character Developments

+ Orochimaru shows a rare moment of warmth when reunited with Jiraiya and Tsunade.
+ Jiraiya's actions confirm his desire for freedom and adventure over village life.
+ Yuya and Tsunade express their frustration with Jiraiya's and Orochimaru's departure but understand their reasons.

Significant Themes

+ Freedom vs. responsibility (Jiraiya and Orochimaru's desire for freedom vs. their duty to Konoha)
+ Friendship and brotherhood (Yuya, Tsunade, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru's bond)

Character Interactions

+ Jiraiya's playful interaction with Orochimaru upon seeing him again.
+ Tsunade's frustration and regret at letting Orochimaru leave Konoha.
+ Yuya and Tsunade's shared amusement and exasperation over Jiraiya's farewell letter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiraiya and Himiko leave Konoha without saying goodbye to Yuya and Tsunade.
• Konoha prepares for its first university entrance examinations, with strict anti-cheating measures in place.
• The university has limited enrollment spots, with only one thousand per year, due to teacher constraints.

Character Developments

• Yuya realizes Tsunade's affection towards him, potentially as a sister-in-law.
• Konan's exceptional exam score raises suspicions of cheating, but Yuya chooses not to expose her.

Significant Themes

• Education and academic competition: Konoha's new university entrance examinations reflect Yuya's emphasis on education and the pursuit of elite ninja.
• Relationship dynamics: Yuya's realization about Tsunade's feelings adds depth to their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Yuya and Tsunade's interaction highlights Tsunade's growing affection for Yuya.
• Yuya's interaction with Konan shows his understanding and acceptance of her unique abilities, even if she cheated on the exam.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Konoha's college entrance exam is held at the Nara clan's film studio due to its size, with only around 7,000 candidates, disappointing Yuya.
• Youji is honorably discharged from the military camp after three years.
• Tsunade prepares a feast to celebrate Youji's return home.
• Youlu discovers that the Queen of the Land of Snow once pursued her father.
• Tsunade goes to retrieve Youji from the arcade.

Character Developments

• Yuya shows concern for his children's education and future, but also considers new business opportunities like an esports league or Ninja League broadcasts.
• Tsunade demonstrates her love and care for her family, particularly her son Youji.
• Youlu shows curiosity and interest in her father's past and his relationship with the Queen of the Land of Snow.

Significant Themes

• Family and parental love, particularly Tsunade's affection for her children.
• Yuya's long-term planning and consideration of new opportunities for Konoha's development.
• The passage of time and the changing dynamics of relationships, as seen in the Queen of the Land of Snow's pursuit of Yuya in the past.

Character Interactions

• Tsunade and Yuya share a playful exchange about the Queen of the Land of Snow's pursuit, revealing their comfortable and long-standing relationship.
• Youlu interacts with her parents, showing curiosity and a close bond with both of them.
• Tsunade's interaction with Youji, demonstrating her determination to bring him home and her disapproval of his arcade visits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Youji, having returned to Konoha after three years, drags Nagato to an internet café to play arcade games.
• Youji complains about his rigorous military camp routine, which Nagato finds surprising.
• Tsunade finds Youji at the arcade and drags him away, causing a social media stir in Konoha.
• At home, Tsunade scolds Youji and Yuya, leading to a private conversation between Yuya and Tsunade.
• Yuya shows Tsunade Youji's military camp records, proving his dedication and resilience.
• Yuya suggests sending Youji and Youlu to stay with his parents, aiming to spend quality time with Tsunade.

Character Developments

• Youji: Shows his pent-up energy after returning home, misses his old life, but demonstrates resilience and dedication through his military camp records.
• Nagato: Shows interest in Youji's military camp life, but doesn't reveal the presence of a 'devil' behind Youji.
• Tsunade: Initially angry at Youji's behavior, softens after seeing his records and agrees to Yuya's plan for the night.
• Yuya: Proves his parenting skills by handling Tsunade's anger and showing support for Youji, while also planning a romantic evening with Tsunade.

Significant Themes

• Parenting and understanding: Yuya's understanding and support of Youji, and Tsunade's eventual acceptance of Youji's behavior.
• Resilience and dedication: Youji's perseverance in the military camp, despite initial struggles.
• Communication and connection: The use of QQ accounts and text messaging to keep in touch with friends, highlighting the importance of communication.

Character Interactions

• Youji and Nagato: Engage in friendly competition at the arcade, with Nagato showing interest in Youji's military camp life.
• Tsunade and Yuya: Interact with each other regarding Youji's behavior, with Yuya successfully calming Tsunade and planning a romantic evening together.
• Tsunade and Youji: Tsunade scolds Youji for his behavior, but later shows understanding and acceptance after seeing his records.
• Yuya and Youji: Yuya shows support for Youji, even giving him a thumbs-up for handling Tsunade.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mine collapse in Konoha results in deaths and injuries, keeping Tsunade busy all night.
• Kumogakure invites Yuya to inspect their super Chakra Cannon, also inviting the other Kage villages.
• Yuya decides to visit Kumogakure with a small team, including Hatake Sakumo, Minato Namikaze, Nara Yoshino, Might Duy, Nara Shikaku, Inoichi Yamanaka, and Choza Akimichi.

Character Developments

• Tsunade shows her dedication to her medical duties, even when faced with personal desires.
• Yuya demonstrates his confidence and calmness in the face of potential threats from Kumogakure.
• The Nara and Akimichi couples show their commitment to their respective marriages and families.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Kage villages and the potential for conflict.
• The importance of medical care and the impact of accidents on the village.
• The balance between personal desires and duty, as seen in Tsunade's delayed night with Yuya.

Character Interactions

• Tsunade and Yuya's relationship remains strong, with Tsunade showing trust in Yuya's abilities.
• Yuya interacts with the two squads he leads, showing a mix of sternness and camaraderie.
• The Nara and Akimichi couples interact with each other, displaying their affection and support for one another.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuya arrives at Kumogakure's territory, greeted by a squad of Kumogakure shinobi.
• Killer B, the next Eight-Tails Jinchūriki, is among the welcoming squad, wearing a mask to prevent him from speaking due to his inappropriate catchphrases.
• Yuya enters Kumogakure with two squads, expressing his interest in the village's customs and scenery.

Character Developments

• Yuya demonstrates courage and calmness, earning respect from the Kumogakure shinobi.
• Killer B shows excitement but maintains propriety, understanding the importance of the occasion.

Significant Themes

• Respect and courage in the face of adversity, a core value of Kumogakure.
• The importance of diplomacy and maintaining decorum in official interactions between shinobi villages.

Character Interactions

• Yuya and the Kumogakure squad leader exchange polite words, acknowledging each other's presence and intentions.
• Killer B and Yuya meet for the first time, with Killer B showing enthusiasm but refraining from speaking due to his mask.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuya reveals his true target: the Land of Wind's resources, particularly wind energy, to develop Sunagakure's new-energy sector.
• Yuya meets the Raikage's secretary and requests an immediate meeting with the Raikage.
• Yuya presents a document to the Raikage, proposing a deal related to an esports tournament.

Character Developments

• Yuya demonstrates his strategic thinking and assertiveness in dealing with the Raikage.
• The Raikage shows restraint and consideration, indicating a willingness to negotiate with Yuya.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and diplomacy between the villages.
• Resource allocation and economic development.
• Yuya's long-term vision for Sunagakure.

Character Interactions

• Yuya and the Raikage's secretary: The secretary initially misunderstands Yuya's intentions but later cooperates with him.
• Yuya and the Raikage: They engage in a tense but civil negotiation, with Yuya taking the dominant role. The Raikage, despite his initial hostility, shows interest in Yuya's proposal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chiyo, the Fourth Kazekage, arrives in Kumogakure, greeted warmly due to her medical prowess.
• Yuya, the Hokage, discusses cooperation with Chiyo, showing her a proposal for a village league system.
• Leaders from Kirigakure and Iwagakure arrive, and Yuya presents the same proposal to them. They all agree to cooperate.

Character Developments

• Chiyo is shown to be intelligent and perceptive, understanding Yuya's intentions quickly.
• The Raikage feels uneasy about Konoha's influence and plans to secure Kumogakure's future.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between villages, with Konoha being the largest customer for Kumogakure's exports.
• The Raikage's desire to secure Kumogakure's independence and future.

Character Interactions

• Yuya and Chiyo interact warmly, with Chiyo addressing Yuya's casual manner of speaking.
• The Raikage feels increasingly displeased as Yuya conducts business in his office.
• The leaders of the other villages agree to cooperate with Yuya's proposal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Konoha ninjas, including Kushina, Minato, and the Ino-Shika-Cho trio, are in Kumogakure for a mission.
• Shikaku Nara, Inoichi Yamanaka, and Choza Akimichi discuss family pressure regarding marriage and children.
• Shikaku expresses interest in a money-making scheme involving currency exchange between villages.
• Yuya and the other Kage are received by the Raikage in a lavishly decorated reception building.
• Yuya is taken to see Kumogakure's Super Cannon, with the Raikage expressing confidence in its power.

Character Developments

• Shikaku Nara shows ambition and strategic thinking, considering a money-making scheme.
• The Raikage displays confidence in Kumogakure's military might and eagerness to impress Yuya.

Significant Themes

• Family pressure and expectations, particularly regarding marriage and children.
• The power dynamics and rivalries between the villages, as seen through the Raikage's confidence in Kumogakure's military strength.

Character Interactions

• Shikaku, Inoichi, and Choza discuss their family pressures and share their frustrations.
• Yuya and the Raikage engage in a display of confidence and power, with the Raikage eager to impress Yuya with Kumogakure's Super Cannon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Kage gather at Kumogakure for a demonstration of their new Super Cannon.
• The Third Raikage boasts about the cannon's power, claiming it's operating at only one percent output.
• The cannon fires, destroying the top half of a mountain across from Kumogakure.

Character Developments

• The Third Raikage reveals his pride and eagerness to show off Kumogakure's new weapon.
• Yuya displays calm indifference, showing he's not easily impressed.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and competition among the Kage and their villages.
• Technological advancements and their impact on warfare.

Character Interactions

• Yuya and the Third Raikage: Yuya's calm demeanor contrasts with the Third Raikage's boastfulness, causing tension between them.
• The other Kage and the Third Raikage: They express envy and surprise at Kumogakure's new weapon, highlighting the power imbalance among the villages.