Kakashi

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Hatake Kakashi
Alias(es)	“Five-Five Split”
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Konohagakure; Ninja Academy; Orochimaru’s genin squad; Minato Namikaze’s wartime unit; Qingyu’s wartime squad
Occupation/Role	Ninja Academy student; genin; later chūnin; promoted to jōnin. 187
Status	Active; recovering from Obito’s Sharingan transplant and adapting it to combat. 199 202 204
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Chapter(s)	Advancement
2	Entered the Ninja Academy having already mastered D-rank ninjutsu, learned the foundations of Hatake swordsmanship, and won a Silver Kunai in the Youth Ninjutsu Tournament. 2
21	Perfectly replicated Hatake Sakumo’s demonstrated basic sword techniques, displaying exceptional learning speed and a strong foundation in swordsmanship. 21
32	Revealed the ability to use Earth Style: Earth Wall in the Academy practical examination. 32
45	Began researching Lightning Style nature transformation and the prototype that would become Chidori. 45
50	Learned Water Style: Water Dragon Jutsu from Sakumo and used it in a spar against Qingyu. 50
64–65	Passed early graduation under Sarutobi Hiruzen’s personal examination and became a genin. 64 65
108	Completed Chidori, a high-speed Lightning Style thrusting technique that stimulates the body’s cells and concentrates lightning chakra in the hand. 108
132	Developed Chidori Stream, releasing lightning in a spreading current to incapacitate multiple close-range opponents. 132
133–134	Placed second in the Chūnin Exams after fighting Qingyu and received a chūnin flak jacket and scroll pouch. 133 134
148	Developed Lightning Style: Lightning Transmission, linking his and a Shadow Clone’s Chidori with a chain of lightning capable of cutting through obstacles. 148
153	Applied Lightning Transmission against Anrokuzan’s puppet forces during the Rōran operation. 153
161	Used Chidori to enhance the White Fang Short Sword, piercing a Kumogakure opponent’s heart during a coordinated attack with Qingyu. 161
187	Promoted to jōnin alongside Qingyu; received a new flak jacket and appointment letter through Orochimaru. 187
190–191	Began developing Purple Electricity from Chidori following Qingyu’s suggestion. The technique sacrifices some thrusting speed for more stable, flexible, wider-area attacks; tested it against Might Guy and conducted electricity through his nunchucks. 190 191
197–199	Received Obito’s left Sharingan, shown with two tomoe after transplantation. The eye improves his vision and grants new techniques, but continuously drains his chakra and stamina. 197 198 199
202	Adapted to the transplanted Sharingan sufficiently to control his strengthened Purple Electricity more precisely during a spar with Qingyu. 202
204	Applied Purple Electricity through his short sword to destroy incoming shuriken, then wielded Purple Electricity and Chidori simultaneously in separate hands during combat against Kirigakure forces. 204

Background / History

Kakashi entered the Ninja Academy already possessing D-rank ninjutsu and a Silver Kunai earned in the Youth Ninjutsu Tournament. He is the son of Hatake Sakumo, the “White Fang of the Leaf,” and had learned the basics of his father’s swordsmanship before enrolling. Although Sakumo’s kenjutsu is renowned, Kakashi finds ninjutsu easier to learn. 2

Before the Academy entrance ceremony, Sakumo introduced Kakashi to Tsunade and Qingyu and cautioned him against arrogance, noting Qingyu’s exceptional potential. 1 On his first day at the Academy, Kakashi discovered that he and Qingyu were classmates. The two formed a competitive friendship centered on swordsmanship, regularly training and sparring together. 2 3

Kakashi initially defeated Qingyu in their first wooden-sword duel, but recognized that Qingyu’s rapid improvement made his long-term potential formidable. 4 Qingyu’s continued growth later placed Kakashi under pressure in both examinations and combat, prompting Kakashi to work harder rather than give up. 23 24

He studied swordsmanship under Sakumo alongside Qingyu, Rin Nohara, and Obito Uchiha. Kakashi could replicate Sakumo’s basic techniques after watching the demonstration, reflecting his confidence in his learning speed. 20 21

After Qingyu repeatedly surpassed him in sparring, Kakashi continued developing and learning new techniques to challenge him. He eventually chose early graduation, applied alongside Qingyu, and became part of Orochimaru’s squad with Qingyu and Hyuga Ginka. 50 64 65

Kakashi later passed the Chūnin Exams in second place behind Qingyu. Rather than becoming discouraged by the widening gap between them, he continued treating Qingyu as a benchmark for his own growth. 133 134

During the Third Shinobi World War, Kakashi served in missions led by Minato Namikaze alongside Qingyu, Obito, Rin, and Hyuga Ginka. He participated in operations against Kirigakure and Anrokuzan’s puppet army in Rōran. 143 151 153

He subsequently remained with Qingyu and Ginka during deployment to Orochimaru’s northern front against Kumogakure, with Akimichi Dōtō joining their operation. He also accompanied Orochimaru and Tsunade on an intelligence mission in the Land of Rain, where the group encountered and later assisted the early Akatsuki. 160 167 172

After further wartime service, Kakashi and Qingyu were promoted to jōnin. His prolonged experience fighting alongside Qingyu had made him steadier and less preoccupied with the prestige of promotion. 187

During the Kannabi Bridge operation, Obito was crushed in a cave collapse while protecting Kakashi and entrusted him with his left Sharingan, asking Kakashi to watch the world in his place. Kakashi believed Obito had died and returned to Konoha carrying both the eye and considerable guilt. Obito had actually survived and was being treated secretly by Madara and Black Zetsu. 198 199

The transplant became Konoha’s first publicly acknowledged Sharingan transplantation. Hiruzen ordered a comprehensive medical examination and notification of the Uchiha Clan, while Sakumo accompanied Kakashi to the hospital. Kakashi later resumed training and combat, using the eye to improve his Purple Electricity control despite its continuing physical burden. 199 202 204

Appearance

Kakashi is recognized by his white hair and typically carries a short blade on his back. 50

• White-haired.
• Keeps his hands in his pockets when observing others. 60
• Uses a short blade in combat. 50
• Wears a mask over the lower half of his face. 54 The mask is black and is already present before his Academy enrollment. 1
• Received and wears a chūnin flak jacket after passing the Chūnin Exams. 134
• Received a new flak jacket upon promotion to jōnin. 187
• Has Obito’s transplanted Sharingan in his left eye socket. Immediately after the operation, the eye was faintly bloodshot and displayed two tomoe. 198
• Covers the transplanted eye with his forehead protector when not displaying or actively using it. 199 204

Personality

Kakashi is reserved, observant, and highly confident in his abilities. He places particular value on punctuality and discipline, openly criticizing Obito for arriving late to the Academy entrance ceremony. 3

He can be blunt and dismissive, especially toward Obito’s boasting, but he recognizes genuine effort and talent. He respects Might Guy’s hard-earned physique despite considering his own ninjutsu, genjutsu, and swordsmanship superior. 14

Though Qingyu’s progress repeatedly challenges his position, Kakashi responds with resilience. He regularly returns to spar with new techniques and ultimately accepts Sakumo’s guidance to pursue a path suited to his own strengths rather than imitate Qingyu’s chakra-intensive, versatile style. 41 50

Kakashi possesses considerable initiative as a ninjutsu developer. He began independently researching Lightning Style at a young age, completed Chidori through sustained effort, and eagerly acted on Qingyu’s suggestions for developing derivative applications. 45 108 132

He is pragmatic in combat and team operations, particularly regarding Obito’s tendency to rely too heavily on the Sharingan or act impulsively. Despite their frequent arguments, Kakashi remains concerned with Obito’s conduct and survival on the battlefield. 143

His pragmatism also shapes his response to the Rōran incident: he supports erasing knowledge of the future, reasoning that such information may not benefit them and that their present selves should determine their own course. 155

Continued battlefield experience makes him more composed. By his jōnin promotion, he accepts his advancement calmly rather than displaying the excitement he might once have felt. 187

Kakashi takes a hardline approach to enemy combatants. At Kannabi Bridge, he intends to kill the incapacitated Mahiru, arguing that sparing enemies can endanger his comrades; Guy questions the necessity of killing a helpless opponent. 195 196

Obito’s apparent death affects him deeply. Although he rarely voices his feelings, Rin recognizes his guilt, and Kakashi treats Obito’s entrusted eye and request as a personal responsibility. Guy subsequently tries to prevent him from sinking into despair by offering companionship and training. 199 200

Abilities & Skills

Ninjutsu

Kakashi had already mastered D-rank ninjutsu before entering the Ninja Academy and is described as learning ninjutsu more easily than his father’s swordsmanship. 2

• Learned a new Water Release technique from Sakumo to challenge Qingyu. 50
• Used Earth Style to create a defensive barrier against Qingyu’s Water Style during their practical-exam duel. 32
• Released three lightning arrows during a later mission. 103
• Researches a new Lightning Style technique, a prototype of the Chidori. 45
• Completed Chidori, concentrating Lightning Style chakra in his hand to produce an extremely fast, piercing thrust. 108
• At his then-current limit, could use Chidori approximately three times before the chakra strain became life-threatening. 115
• Developed Chidori Stream, spreading lightning chakra outward from his body to shock and incapacitate nearby enemies. 132
• Uses Lightning Style: Lightning Transmission with a Shadow Clone, connecting two Chidori with a chain of lightning that can slice through rocks and trees. 148
• Used Chidori and Lightning Transmission to attack Anrokuzan’s puppet army in Rōran. 153
• Uses the forty-four-seal version of Water Dragon Jutsu, in contrast to Qingyu’s simplified four-seal version inherited from Tobirama’s techniques. 50
• Developed Purple Electricity after Qingyu suggested the concept. Compared with Chidori’s concentrated thrust, it trades some speed for more flexible attacks over a wider area, making it better suited to close-quarters exchanges against opponents who can match his speed. 190 191
• Conducted Purple Electricity through Guy’s nunchucks during a test spar, shocking him and threatening to damage the weapon while the technique was still incomplete. 190 191
• Improved Purple Electricity’s precision through the Sharingan’s enhanced perception. 202
• Wielded Purple Electricity and Chidori simultaneously in his left and right hands during a charge against Kirigakure ninja. 204

Swordsmanship

Kakashi learned the foundations of Hatake Sakumo’s swordsmanship and displays strong proficiency with blades. 2 20

• Defeated Qingyu in their first sword spar, using a cautious approach against Qingyu’s One-Tomoe Sharingan. 4
• Perfectly reproduced Sakumo’s demonstrated basic sword techniques. 21
• Continues refining sword techniques, though he later acknowledges Qingyu may surpass him in this field. 50 94
• Uses a short blade in sparring and combat. 50
• Defeated upperclassman Shiya Oyama in a cross-grade challenge almost immediately, stopping his short blade at the opponent’s throat. 40
• Channels Chidori through his short blade to enhance its cutting and offensive power. 133
• Uses the White Fang Short Sword in later wartime missions, combining it with Lightning Style chakra for rapid, penetrating strikes. 161 164 172
• Killed an Amegakure chūnin attempting to ambush Ginka with a lightning-enhanced sword thrust that paralyzed the enemy before he could throw his kunai. 172
• Coated his short sword in Purple Electricity to intercept and shatter shuriken, including attacks redirected behind him by Kushimaru Kuriarare’s steel wires. 204

Shurikenjutsu and Ninja Tools

Kakashi excels in Academy ninja-tool instruction and scored among the top performers alongside Qingyu. 5 9

• Demonstrated notable shurikenjutsu proficiency during class. 5
• Maintains a ninja tool pouch. 19
• Earned a Silver Kunai in the Youth Ninjutsu Tournament before Academy enrollment. 2
• Scored a perfect twenty points in the Academy ninja-tool throwing test. 8
• Built his shurikenjutsu foundation under Sakumo’s instruction. 5

Combat Analysis

Kakashi is a careful combatant who evaluates unfamiliar abilities before committing to an attack.

• Recognized the advantages of Qingyu’s One-Tomoe Sharingan, including enhanced dynamic vision and copying potential. 4
• Used defensive positioning and observation to assess Qingyu’s rapidly adapting swordsmanship. 4
• Identified the limits of his physical strength compared with Might Guy. 14 37
• Reflected on his own combat direction after seeing Qingyu’s greater chakra reserves and versatility. 41
• Identified the tunnel-vision flaw of Chidori after Qingyu explained that the technique’s speed exceeded the user’s ordinary dynamic vision. 108
• Uses Shadow Clones in conjunction with Lightning Style techniques to expand his attack range and create coordinated assaults. 148
• Correctly explains that the Sharingan cannot see through the Hidden Mist Technique because the fog is physical rather than an illusion. 143
• Develops Purple Electricity to reduce his dependence on Chidori’s straight-line, high-speed thrust and improve flexibility in close combat. 191
• Responded to Mahiru’s close-range attack in the Mushroom Forest with Chidori Stream, defeating the attacking Shadow Clone while Qingyu captured the real opponent. 195 196

Sharingan

Kakashi receives Obito’s left Sharingan during the Kannabi Bridge operation. Shortly after transplantation, it displays two tomoe. Obito’s request that he continue watching the world in his place gives the eye particular personal significance. 198 199

• Improves his visual perception and movement tracking. 199 204
• Grants access to new techniques, though the initial account does not specify all of them. 197
• Allows more precise control of his strengthened Purple Electricity. 202
• Helps him track and block Kushimaru Kuriarare’s wire-directed shuriken attacks. 204
• Continuously consumes his chakra and stamina after transplantation, imposing a lasting physical burden rather than functioning without cost. 197 199
• Prompted Hiruzen to order extensive medical observation, including checks for rejection, because no Sharingan transplant had previously appeared in Konoha’s public medical records. 199

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Short blade — his preferred weapon in later sparring and combat. It was severed by Qingyu’s Muramasa during their Chūnin Exams match. 50 133
• White Fang Short Sword — wielded during subsequent wartime operations. Kakashi enhances it with Chidori, other Lightning Style chakra, and later Purple Electricity. 161 164 172 204
• Wooden sword / tree branch — used in early swordsmanship practice and sparring. 3 4
• Ninja tool pouch — carried during his Academy years. 19
• Silver Kunai — prize from the Youth Ninjutsu Tournament. 2
• Chūnin flak jacket and scroll pouch — issued after his promotion through the Chūnin Exams. 134
• Jōnin flak jacket and appointment letter — delivered by Orochimaru following his promotion alongside Qingyu. 187
• Forehead protector — used to cover Obito’s transplanted Sharingan; raised when displaying the eye or using it in combat. 199 204
• Watch — used to check the rendezvous time and reprimand Obito for arriving late before the Kannabi Bridge mission. 195 196

Relationships

• Qingyu — Classmate, frequent sparring partner, close friend, and rival. Kakashi respects Qingyu’s talent but is pressured by his rapid growth; their rivalry drives Kakashi to train and develop new jutsu. Qingyu supports Kakashi’s Lightning Style research and offers ideas for Chidori’s development, while Kakashi regards him as his best friend. 2 4 23 45 108 Kakashi later serves in Qingyu’s wartime squad, accepts his command during the Kannabi Bridge operation, and develops Purple Electricity following his suggestion. Their training partnership continues after Kakashi receives the Sharingan. 160 191 193 202
• Hatake Sakumo — Father and swordsmanship instructor. Sakumo encourages Kakashi to build on his own strengths instead of copying Qingyu’s combat style. Kakashi was deeply affected by the public condemnation of Sakumo after his failed mission, but Qingyu and Tsunade’s intervention helped relieve the crisis. 2 20 41 54 55 Sakumo values Kakashi’s continued improvement more than whether he defeats Qingyu and later accompanies him to the hospital after the Sharingan transplant. 133 134 199
• Might Guy — Rival and fellow Academy student. Kakashi acknowledges Guy’s superior raw strength and stamina while declining many of his challenges. 7 14 Guy helps test Purple Electricity and considers Kakashi one of his closest friends and his lifelong rival. After Obito’s apparent death, he offers to teach Kakashi the Eight Inner Gates once his injuries heal, hoping to keep him from falling into despair. The offer does not itself establish that Kakashi has mastered the technique. 190 191 200
• Rin Nohara — Classmate, companion, and wartime teammate who attends training sessions with Kakashi and Qingyu. 19 54 143 She frequently mediates his arguments with Obito and recognizes the guilt he carries after Obito’s apparent sacrifice. 143 199
• Obito Uchiha — Classmate, antagonistic rival, and wartime teammate. Kakashi frequently rebukes Obito’s lateness, boasts, and lack of progress in basic techniques, and later clashes with him over reckless battlefield conduct. 3 4 72 100 143 Their relationship changes profoundly when Obito protects Kakashi during the Kannabi Bridge operation and entrusts him with his left Sharingan. Believing Obito dead, Kakashi accepts the eye and his request to continue watching the world as a personal duty, while feeling substantial guilt over his apparent loss. 198 199
• Orochimaru — Squad leader after Kakashi’s early graduation. 65 Later commands forces with which Kakashi serves against Kumogakure and delivers his jōnin promotion documents. 160 187
• Hyuga Ginka — Teammate in Orochimaru’s genin squad and later companion in Minato-led wartime operations. 65 143 151 Kakashi saves her from an Amegakure ambusher, and her Byakugan helps expose Taiseki before Kakashi defeats him during the Kannabi Bridge mission. 172 195 196
• Sarutobi Hiruzen — Personally conducted Kakashi and Qingyu’s early-graduation examination. 64 Orders medical observation following Kakashi’s Sharingan transplant and ensures that the Uchiha Clan is informed. 199
• Minato Namikaze — Wartime captain who leads Kakashi, Qingyu, Obito, Rin, and Ginka on missions. 143 Kakashi and Minato ultimately destroy Kannabi Bridge, completing the supply-line disruption mission despite Obito’s apparent death. 199
• Tsunade — Senior ally and Qingyu’s mentor. Kakashi fought beside her during the Rōran operation. 151 153 He later accompanies her on Land of Rain intelligence work and reconnaissance against Kumogakure. 167 188
• Yahiko and Akatsuki — Temporary battlefield allies in the Land of Rain. Kakashi helps rescue Akatsuki from Amegakure forces, and Yahiko recognizes him as the White Fang’s son through his hair and swordsmanship. 172
• Uchiha Fugaku and the Uchiha Clan — Kakashi’s possession of Obito’s eye divides clan opinion, with some members demanding its return. Fugaku has not authorized action against him; Shisui believes the clan head will respect Obito’s dying wish, but this remains Shisui’s assessment rather than a confirmed final ruling. 202

Story Role / Major Arcs

Ninja Academy

Kakashi becomes Qingyu’s classmate on the first day of the Academy, following their encounter before enrollment, and soon becomes his swordsmanship partner. He defeats Qingyu in their first spar but immediately recognizes the threat posed by Qingyu’s ability to learn at extraordinary speed. 1 2 4

He participates in Academy training, including shurikenjutsu, clone techniques, kunai throwing, and monthly examinations. His match with Might Guy demonstrates the contrast between Kakashi’s technical breadth and Guy’s physical strength. 5 12 14

Kakashi also participates in cross-grade challenges, where he swiftly defeats the upperclassman Shiya Oyama with Hatake-style swordsmanship. 39 40

Rivalry with Qingyu

Qingyu’s rapidly rising grades and combat performance trigger Kakashi’s “Genius Crisis Sense,” increasing his comprehension when another genius of the same level is nearby. 23

Kakashi loses to Qingyu in a practical exam after Qingyu overcomes his Earth Style defense, then continues challenging him with new ninjutsu and sword techniques. 32 50 Their rivalry remains constructive: Kakashi invites Qingyu to graduate early and join him on missions, while Qingyu supports Kakashi’s development of his Lightning Style prototype. 45

Kakashi eventually unveils Chidori to Qingyu, who copies the technique and identifies both its tunnel-vision weakness and the potential for a spear-like extension. Kakashi accepts the criticism and uses the discussion as inspiration for further Lightning Style development. 108

Qingyu later suggests Purple Electricity, giving Kakashi another direction for adapting his Lightning Style to the limits of his perception and close-range fighting style. Even after obtaining Obito’s Sharingan, Kakashi continues refining this technique and sparring with Qingyu. 191 202

Sakumo’s Crisis

When Sakumo becomes overwhelmed by public criticism after a failed mission, Kakashi struggles with the conflict between mission success and protecting comrades. Qingyu comforts him and seeks help for Sakumo, after which Kakashi’s condition gradually improves and he returns to focused ninjutsu research. 54 59

Sakumo’s guidance during this period helps Kakashi understand that he should develop according to his own talents instead of attempting to reproduce Qingyu’s broad, chakra-intensive fighting style. 41

Kakashi conveys Qingyu’s support to his father and remains by his side. Together with Tsunade’s intervention and Hiruzen’s response, this support prevents Sakumo from being completely isolated by the condemnation. 54 55

Early Graduation and Genin Service

Kakashi applies for early graduation with Qingyu and passes the Genin examination administered by the Lord Third. He then joins Orochimaru’s squad alongside Qingyu and Hyuga Ginka. 64 65

During missions and training, he continues to measure himself against Qingyu, eventually recognizing that swordsmanship may not be the field in which he can surpass his rival. 67 94

Chūnin Exams

Kakashi enters the Chūnin Exams as one of Konoha’s foremost young geniuses. He defeats Inuzuka Fuji and his ninja hound using the newly developed Chidori Stream, demonstrating his ability to adapt Chidori for area-of-effect combat. 132

In the final ranking match against Qingyu, Kakashi uses Fire Style, Water Style, swordsmanship, and Chidori, but is defeated by Qingyu’s superior chakra reserves, projected blade barrage, and invisible Lightning Style Rasengan. Kakashi surrenders openly and is treated by Qingyu afterward. 133

He finishes second overall and receives promotion to chūnin alongside the other successful candidates. 134

Third Shinobi World War and Rōran

Kakashi joins Minato Namikaze’s team in wartime missions alongside Qingyu, Obito, Rin, and Hyuga Ginka. During an operation to reinforce Outpost Two, he argues with Obito over the latter’s impulsive dependence on the Sharingan while fighting Kirigakure forces in the Hidden Mist. 143

During the Rōran rescue operation, Kakashi fights Anrokuzan’s puppet guards alongside Qingyu and Ginka. He later uses Chidori to carve through the puppet horde and performs Lightning Transmission with a Shadow Clone to restrain and cut through larger threats. 151 153

After the battle, Kakashi supports Minato’s proposal to erase memories connected to the encounter with the future, preferring to leave their decisions to their present selves. 155

Northern Front and the Land of Rain

Kakashi deploys with Qingyu, Ginka, and Akimichi Dōtō to Orochimaru’s northern forces. Their objectives are to defend Konoha’s supply lines and destroy Kumogakure’s food and supply depots. During an attack on Cloud forces, Kakashi and Qingyu launch coordinated Chidori-enhanced strikes, and Kakashi pierces his opponent’s heart with the White Fang short blade. 160 161

He later joins Orochimaru, Tsunade, Qingyu, and Ginka on an intelligence mission near an Iwagakure forward base in the Land of Rain. The group operates under civilian and war-orphan disguises and encounters Yahiko, Konan, Nagato, and the early Akatsuki. 167

When Amegakure ninja attack Akatsuki, Kakashi helps intervene and kills a chūnin attempting to ambush Ginka. The combined forces defeat the attackers, creating the circumstances for Qingyu’s subsequent proposal of cooperation between Konoha and Akatsuki. Yahiko identifies Kakashi as Sakumo’s son after observing his hair and swordsmanship. 172

Jōnin Promotion and Purple Electricity

Kakashi receives his jōnin appointment alongside Qingyu after continued training and wartime missions. He delivers Qingyu’s jacket and appointment letter and treats his own promotion with increasing composure. 187

Following Qingyu’s suggestion, he begins developing Purple Electricity as a more flexible alternative to Chidori. In a test spar against Guy, he sends electricity through Guy’s nunchucks, demonstrating the technique’s ability to exploit contact with an opponent’s weapon. Kakashi explains that its reduced speed is offset by its wider coverage and greater usefulness in close-quarters fighting. 190 191

Kannabi Bridge and Obito’s Sharingan

Kakashi joins the mission to destroy Kannabi Bridge and sever Iwagakure’s supply route through the Land of Grass. Minato initially accompanies the group, then leaves Qingyu in command while reinforcing the front. Kakashi accepts Qingyu’s leadership. 192 193 195

In the Mushroom Forest, Mahiru targets Kakashi, recognizing both his identity as Sakumo’s son and the disadvantages imposed on Chidori’s straight-line attack by the obstructed terrain. Kakashi counters with Chidori Stream and defeats the attacking Shadow Clone, while Qingyu captures the real Mahiru with genjutsu. 195 196

During the subsequent assault on the cave near the bridge, Ginka exposes Taiseki’s camouflage and Kakashi defeats him. After Guy knocks Mahiru unconscious, Kakashi intends to kill the incapacitated enemy, prompting Guy to question his decision. 195 196

The operation culminates in a cave collapse in which Obito protects Kakashi and is believed to die. Obito entrusts his left Sharingan to Kakashi, asking him to keep watching the world in his place. When Minato arrives, Kakashi reports Obito’s death while Rin struggles with her grief. 198 199

Minato and Kakashi ultimately destroy Kannabi Bridge, crippling Iwagakure’s supply line. Upon returning to Konoha, Kakashi reveals the transplant during the mission briefing. Hiruzen orders medical observation and notification of the Uchiha Clan, and Sakumo accompanies his son to the hospital. 199

Recovery and Combat Against Kirigakure

During Kakashi’s recovery, Guy offers to teach him the Eight Inner Gates after his injuries heal, emphasizing their friendship and rivalry as reasons to keep moving forward despite Obito’s loss. 200

The Uchiha Clan remains divided over Kakashi retaining the Sharingan, but Fugaku’s lack of authorization prevents dissatisfied members from acting independently. Meanwhile, Kakashi resumes sparring with Qingyu, using the transplanted eye to improve the precision of his strengthened Purple Electricity. 202

In a later battle against Kirigakure forces, Kakashi raises his forehead protector and combines the Sharingan’s enhanced tracking with a Purple Electricity-coated short sword to block and shatter Kushimaru Kuriarare’s wire-controlled shuriken. He subsequently sheathes the White Fang Short Sword, gathers Purple Electricity and Chidori in separate hands, and charges through the enemy ranks, forcing Kushimaru to attempt a defense with Nuibari. 204

Trivia

• Kakashi is referred to as the “Five-Five Split” in Qingyu’s narration. 2
• Before Academy enrollment, he had already participated in the Youth Ninjutsu Tournament and won a Silver Kunai. 2
• He considers sparring Qingyu more appealing than sparring Might Guy. 7
• Since the second month of Academy enrollment, Kakashi had not defeated Qingyu in a spar as of their later Academy duel. 50
• Kakashi’s Chidori was originally conceived through his research into using Lightning Style chakra to stimulate the body’s cells and increase chakra flow. 45 108
• He developed Chidori Stream and Lightning Transmission as derivative applications of Chidori. 132 148
• His stated Academy ambition is to become a great ninja like his father. 2
• Rin has eaten fish prepared by Kakashi; unlike Qingyu’s use of the Sword of the Thunder God for food preparation, Kakashi uses a kitchen knife. 76
• His white hair and swordsmanship sometimes lead others to mistake him for the White Fang before noticing his young face. 172
• Qingyu uses Kakashi as a recurring comparative unit when estimating his own chakra reserves. 79 175
• Purple Electricity develops earlier in this timeline because Qingyu suggests a technique that Kakashi would otherwise create later. 191
• Obito’s eye makes Kakashi the subject of Konoha’s first publicly acknowledged Sharingan transplant, bringing both medical scrutiny and debate within the Uchiha Clan. 199 202

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