A

Biodata

History

During a temporary Spring Festival ceasefire, A asks his secretary, Mabuyu, about Konoha. He says that his body is no longer holding up well; Mabuyu reports that Konoha is quietly building its strength despite the apparent peace 31.

A receives Uchiha Ying at the Raikage Tower when Konoha arrives for Kumogakure’s Joint Chunin Tournament. He welcomes Konoha’s participation and opens the tournament with a speech describing it as a test of courage, wisdom, teamwork, and strength. Watching the matches, he comes to admire the ability of Konoha’s young ninja 37 38 40.

When Konoha’s offensive overruns forty percent of Hidden Cloud’s positions, A orders every ninja still able to fight to mobilize and sends urgent requests for aid to allied villages. He puts on his armor and goes to the front himself, where his arrival raises his troops’ morale 69 70. Uchiha Inabi subsequently seeks him out in battle. A prepares to face Inabi, but is later struck through the chest by Lightning Cutter and dies; the surrounding Hidden Cloud ninja are stunned 71 72.

Appearance

A has dark skin, an imposing face, and a sharp gaze 31 69.

• The character “A” is tattooed on his skin 31.
• Wrinkles mark his face by the time of the Hidden Cloud crisis 69.
• He dons armor before heading to the front line 69.

Personality

A remains attentive to Konoha’s strength even during a ceasefire, yet treats its tournament delegation courteously and recognizes the talent of its younger ninja 31 37 40. When Kumogakure faces defeat, he commits its remaining fighters to the defense and takes the field himself rather than staying in his office 69 70.

Relationships

• Mabuyu — His secretary; briefs him on Konoha and receives his orders during the Hidden Cloud crisis 31 69.
• Uchiha Ying — Konoha’s representative at the Joint Chunin Tournament; A welcomes him at the Raikage Tower 37.
• Uchiha Inabi — Konoha commander who seeks to kill A during their forces’ battle 69 71.

Notable Quotes

“This Chunin Tournament is not merely a fierce contest of strength. It is also a comprehensive test of courage, wisdom, and teamwork.” 38

“To defend our home, to protect our beloved families, let us unite and fight side by side until the very last moment!” 70