This article contains spoilers from the Boruto manga.

If there’s anything fans would like to see the most in the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga, that would be Naruto Uzumaki’s return. It’s been ages since fans saw him in action, and the same goes for Sasuke Uchiha, who has been turned into a tree. With these two legendary shinobi gone, Jura and the humanoid God Trees are on the rise, and there’s no telling how dangerous they could become in Boruto.

Even without Naruto Uzumaki, the Boruto world continues to move forward. Boruto and Kawaki had just teamed up against Jura, and details of their fight revealed an exciting detail about the Seventh Hokage. As it turns out, Ikemoto and Kishimoto are clearly setting the stage not just for Naruto Uzumaki’s return, but also for his long-awaited final battle in Boruto.

Naruto Return In Boruto
Boruto: Why Naruto Uzumaki Will Be Stronger Than Ever After His Return In Two Blue Vortex

Naruto Uzumaki will return stronger than ever in Boruto. Fans can't wait for his return to the stroy.

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All Signs Point to Naruto’s Inevitable Return

Naruto’s Absence Won’t Last Forever

  • The Boruto manga is consistent in dropping hints about Naruto's return.
  • Naruto's return might only be a matter of time with the current direction of the manga.

Naruto Uzumaki’s fate in Boruto remains tragic. He might be the legendary shinobi who saved the world against multiple threats in the original series, but right now, he’s the most vulnerable character who needs saving and protection. In comparison to his accomplishments in Naruto, he barely had any impressive feats in Boruto, except for that time when he used Baryon Mode at the cost of Kurama.

Even if the writers won’t admit it, Naruto has clearly been nerfed in Boruto. Worse, there have been no sightings of Naruto in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, as he remains sealed in another dimension, all thanks to Kawaki’s love turned obsession with him. However, with the current direction of the manga, it seems like Kishimoto and Ikemoto are already setting the stage for Naruto Uzumaki’s return.

Come, Otsutsuki! I'll show you what true resolve is. — Naruto

First of all, Kurama has finally returned through Himawari. If there’s anyone who could give Himawari the guidance to properly use this immense power, it must be Naruto Uzumaki. Second, Naruto Uzumaki remains the Hokage of the Leaf Village, with Shikamaru refusing to assume the position as the Eighth Hokage. He still has faith that Naruto will return sometime in the future, especially now that he knows he’s still alive. Lastly, Jura is coming after Naruto, but by the time he can accomplish this, Naruto Uzumaki should return first.

Naruto’s Final Battle Might Be Against Jura

Jura’s Main Target Is Naruto Uzumaki

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 24 dropped hints about Naruto Uzumaki’s next, if not last, battle in the manga. It has been a while since fans saw Naruto fighting a powerful opponent, even though his track record is full of intense fights in the original series. After all, if the manga gives Naruto all the relevant fights, the story will be about him instead of Boruto.

However, the biggest criticism lies in Naruto’s treatment. They could have given him a much better role instead of nerfing him and sealing him away just to give the next generation their chance to shine. Fortunately, it seems like the manga is going in a different direction, which could finally return the spotlight not just to Naruto but also to Sasuke.

The latest chapter revealed that Jura was coming for Naruto Uzumaki. He remains relevant even without making an appearance in Two Blue Vortex. His bond with the Tailed Beasts encourages Jura to make him his target. And with Jura’s strength, anything is possible, even unsealing Naruto through brute force. If that truly happens, fans know Naruto Uzumaki will face the toughest battle of his career in the Boruto manga if his talk no jutsu and convincing powers won’t work.

Naruto Will Likely Survive His Final Battle

Naruto Will Come Back Stronger

picture: naruto with the rinnegan in a game.

The eerie prologue of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations still gives fans shivers because it suggests a tragic end for Naruto Uzumaki. Of course, many fans are shocked, especially since Naruto’s story already had a satisfying and fulfilling ending, only for him to return just to die. However, Naruto dying in Boruto might not be an option anymore, with the amount of hate the series will attract once it happens.

If so, there’s no way Naruto Uzumaki will die in his final battle in Boruto, even against Jura. Most likely, he will come back stronger, gaining a massive power-up to compensate for losing Kurama. Fans are already discussing the possibility of Naruto becoming a jinchuriki once more, especially now that Jura wants to reach Naruto. There’s always a chance he could unlock a new form, but for now, it’s possible for him to become the jinchuriki of the Ten Tails.

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Release Date
April 5, 2017
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TV Tokyo
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