Meanwhile, Kakashi takes Karin to the Konohagakure Intelligence Division to be questioned. Kakashi had 8 years as Hokage here. Kakashi later assists Naruto and Shion in stopping Mry, destroying several stone warriors while they destroy Mry itself. Itachi advises Kisame to keep his distance from Kakashi, stating his fight with Kakashi would take too long. Main article: Fated Battle Between Brothers Originally, by his own admission, Kakashi's chakra reserves were average. In the anime, Boruto approached him for help to learn the Big Ball Rasengan to battle Deepa as all other parties were unavailable. During the practical test of the exams, the students were left awe-stricken that the Sixth Hokage was to be their head proctor. The following day, Boruto approached Kakashi again, proudly claiming that he could "move mountains" now. Kakashi is one of the most intelligent ninjas in Narutos generation, though he rarely shows it to anyone other than his closest friends. Sasuke uses his Susanoo to fire an arrow at Kakashi, which he warps away with Kamui. [55] Also, his ongoing competitions with Might Guy make him just as comfortable attacking from the front, striking with blazing speed and debilitating precision to quickly defeat multiple enemies. The Sage of the Six Paths summons them all back from Kaguya's dimensions and congratulates them for their victory. Naruto makes repeated failed attempts to rescue Gaara, prompting Kakashi to encourage patience while he prepares a new ability: a Mangeky Sharingan of his own. He memorized every page of Jiraiyas tome on throwing techniques, for example. Kakashi and the others then converge on the site where the Third Hokage fought Orochimaru, but discover that he's died in battle. But Kakashi didnt get his Sharingan at birth, instead, he obtained it from Obito, which is why his chakra runs out whenever he uses the Sharingan. To his students on Team 7, Kakashi emphasises the importance of teamwork; he . After speaking with his editor, Kishimoto pushed this debut back, allowing him to better develop Kakashi and the rest of Team 7. For formal occasions, he wears the typical Hokage garb: the traditional headpiece and haori, along with a red, full-length kimono, tied using a white sash. Naruto is the protagonist of the series and had one aim since he was little; to become Hokage. Kakashi knew that Naruto was the one who deserved to be Hokage more than anyone else. EX 2, Naruto Shippden: Gekit Ninja Taisen! Shortly after the funeral, Kakashi notices cloaked individuals travelling around Konoha. Zetsu eventually appears and reports to Tobi that Itachi has died in battle with Sasuke. Kakashi attempts to stop him, but is immediately bound by Chains of Ice that Kahy planted on him earlier. Kakashi is voted Hokage, though Danzo manipulates the situation for his own short-lived reign at the top. He starts by trying to discourage Sasuke from avenging the Uchiha clan, insisting that, even if he's successful, it won't bring back those who are already dead. Tazuna confesses that assassins have been hired to kill him so that he can't build a bridge that will free the Land of Waves from the tyranny of Gat. During the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox's Attack, Kakashi and many of Konoha's other young ninja were prevented from helping defend the village, instead being confined within a barrier to keep them safe. Naruto reflects on Sasuke with Kakashi and Sakura. He plans to go there to join Naruto, but his own Kamui is slow enough for Madara to stop him. Main article: Cursed Warrior Extermination Mission Once Kakashi's done recuperating he calls them before him and is introduced to Sai, who is effectively Sasuke's replacement on the team; they speak only briefly but both of approve of each other. Kakashi has Yamato meet with Sasuke to exchange intel of the situation. Kakashi attempts to stop it with Kamui, but Obito intercepts him and takes him to Kamui's dimension. He is brought before the Fire daimy, but before anything can be made official they receive news that Tsunade has woken from her coma, therefore rendering the proceedings unnecessary. Having no other options, Madara takes Kakashi's Sharingan and, upon implanting it in himself, uses Kamui to go after Obito; Sakura is teleported back shortly afterwards, Obito's attempt to save her. He unties Sasuke and leaves for his mission, intending for what he said to sink in. But Tsunade knew better than anyone how much potential Kakashi had to become a great leader someday. He meets with Tsunade later and thanks her for waking up before he got stuck with any real responsibility. This Kakashi accompanies a team including Naruto and Minato to retrieve the Red Moon Scroll, where Kakashi's zealous overuse of his Sharingan prevents him from fighting the toads that guard it. Kakashi became the 6th Hokage after Tsunade steps down from her position. Tsunade threatens to have her executed since she is the highest ranking conspirator to survive the failed jailbreak, but Kakashi requests that he be allowed to pass sentence instead, what would be his first act as Hokage: Kahy will stay at the Blood Prison for the rest of her life, acting as warden by using her Chains of Ice on the prisoners. After Sasuke drops them off at another village, Kakashi arrives to meet with the two, but explains he received a good word from Sasuke about them. What? [44] Kakashi showcased highly advanced skill from a young age,[45] evidenced by his rapid rise through the ninja ranks. Nov 6, 2014. Kakashi ponders Obito's persistence in trying to convince Naruto that his actions are justified and concludes that Obito himself is not actually convinced that they are. No way! Minato, now the new Hokage, tried to help Kakashi emerge from the darkness he'd fallen into after Obito and Rin's deaths by assigning him to the Anbu. In the wake of the village recovering from the war, Kakashi succeeds Tsunade and becomes the Sixth Hokage, although he is dismayed with the amount of paperwork. Kakashi talks to Kakuzu before killing him. "Kakashi Hatake, the Hokage" (, Hokage Hatake Kakashi) is episode 219 of the Naruto: Shippden anime. Seeing this dream realised has been a real tearjerker for most fans . Guy soon appears to fight the leader of the hijackers, Rahy, keeping him busy so that Kakashi can free himself from his restraints without being noticed. Kakashi is not done recovering when he is given a mission assignment, a consequence of Konoha's lack of manpower following the failed invasion. He expects his prospective students to demonstrate this same devotion to teamwork, which none until Team 7 were able to do; despite the high failure rate, the Third Hokage agrees with Kakashi's choice to require it. This depletes his chakra reserves and causes his death. The damaged Tobishachimaru starts rocking violently, flinging Rahy from the ship, and then rises into the air uncontrollably, threatening to suffocate everyone aboard. Kakashi also decides to take the test seriously by uncovering his Sharingan and closing his copy of Icha Icha Tactics. As they near Sasuke's location they are intercepted by Akatsuki member Tobi. Kakashi Hatake is one of the most famous and skilled ninjas in the shinobi world, not only did he become a Jonin at the age of 12, but he also became the sensei of team 7 which included three of the most notable shinobis in the Narutoverse; Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura. Some people didnt agree with this nomination because they considered Kakashi too young and inexperienced at the time. The following day, Kakashi and Sakura locate Naruto and Sasuke at the Valley of the End where the Sage's words have proven true: Naruto has convinced Sasuke to give up his intention. Soon, they found the culprit, Koji Kashin, who made an escape. With the Sharingan, Kakashi can accurately reproduce any movement he sees (his own physical skill permitting), take in a heightened amount of visual information, and perform the Sharingan's broad category of genjutsu. The seventh Hokage is a character that everyone wanted to see in the position of Hokage - Naruto Uzumaki. In the academy, he wore a long sleeved anchor-grey shirt with a zipper, a green scarf and slate-coloured shorts. Shortly afterwards, Team Ro was sent to the Uchiha clan's compound with orders to pacify a brewing rebellion, only to find the entire clan dead. At the end of the series, after the Fourth Shinobi World War, Tsunade retires and bestows the title of Hokage upon Kakashi. Kakashi provides his ninken to Kiba in his place, believing they would be more useful to him. To knock out some things first ..there's no way that Naruto could have easily been the next Hokage (like Gaara) after Tsunade, nor did Kakashi become Hok. The next day, Boruto tended to Kakashi's hurting back while he took his time reading the first edition copy, sure that it would feature a happy ending, just like how Sabure and Yubeshi were making married. He is quite amazing. They discovered the origins of the feud, and when Boruto's attempt to reconcile them over sharing a dango shortcake recipe the grandfathers came up with when they were in better terms failed, Kakashi proposed turning the fireworks display into a competition, the winner retaining the right of displaying the fireworks henceforth. He takes him back to Konoha and releases him into the care of the Medic Corps. Moreover, he isnt as physically strong as other kages. Kakashi has his own personal pack of ninken, which he raised since they were puppies; in the anime, he is shown using them during the Third Shinobi World War. Kakashi did the best that he could given his diminished capacity. When Kakashi woke up, he knew Danz would punish Kinoe for insubordination and asked the Third for help. Kakashi feels that, had he cared about teamwork and friendship in the same way that Obito did, Obito's "death" might have been avoided. As he prepares for battle, Kakashi remarks that he finally understands what the Third Hokage went through with Orochimaru. With both Jiraiya and Hiruzen dead, Danzo and Tsunade were left leading Konoha. As Boruto continued to struggle free from the Sixth's hold, his fellow classmates provided enough distraction for him to escape. How did he know the secret of his divine power?! [70] Other techniques of this nature include lightning hounds that he can manipulate to attack with, lightning clones that paralyses opponents on contact,[71] and lightning cords that are even capable of cutting through Tailed Beast Chakra Arms. Hes also considered very handsome and women were always trying to get his attention which he found annoying but was polite about it.