Itachi's Character Development

[Itachi Solos]

Corinthians, chapter 12 verse 7 - 10

In order to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh and a messenger of Satan to torment me.

Three times I pleaded with the Lord to give me strength. But he said to me, " He who forgives and acknowledges himself... they are the strong ones. "

 

[Bling Kai]

Not in any order, but:

Well, this series had some characters that were okay.

Nagato (prior to tnj), Haku and Zabuza, Kabuto, Danzo, Orochimaru (prior to being brought back again) etc, were pretty cool.

With the way the series is set up, most of the characters had a time where they were decently written, but it was later subverted because they either a) Did not receive continuous development or b) Went against their own goals for whatever reason (due to tnj or just changing their minds).

Oh yes they are some of The better charcters of Naruto I think my biase towards da series kept me from remembering that it has quite a few decent charcters. Though they do remind me of the times where I liked the series as much as I do DB/Z MESSIAH GOD JESUS!! Dang why did Kishi have to **** the series up.

 

[Transcendence]

@bold- That's not true. Stop commenting. Please. U_U



You've only been looking at trolls then. His real fans usually don't care for his power or hype.



Because people don't like my threads? xd

Hate and bash threads get 5 stars. But when people post an analysis it gets one star. It happens. -shrugs-

I think it's a good thing, though. Because I bet whoever did that feels better about themselves. If it boosted someone's meager self confidence, then it's worth it. Lol

That's one of the problems with this site. Bad threads are driven to popularity whereas analysis threads that encourage discussion are one starred and derailed by "wankers". Keep it up though. You'll always have people interested in intelligent analysis threads. When I wake up a bit I'll analyze some of your points in the OP.

 

[blazingizanagi45]

Obito was scared of Itachi for a reason.

 

[Chie]

Obito was scared of Itachi for a reason.

Eh, no both were just cautious of each other. U_U

That's one of the problems with this site. Bad threads are driven to popularity whereas analysis threads that encourage discussion are one starred and derailed by "wankers". Keep it up though. You'll always have people interested in intelligent analysis threads. When I wake up a bit I'll analyze some of your points in the OP.

@bold- Take your time.

 

[Magatsu Izanagi]

A fine look into the closure his character received at the end of his time as an Edo. Definitely made me reminisce about the time where these chapters were just coming out :,)

Masterfully written, as always. It's impressive how you've made multiple quality threads like this in the span of what, two months? Wow.

Kudos to you Chie, you've truly created my favorite Itachi threads after the 2012 era where all the "legendary" fans were active (no names needed, you know who I'm referring to).

Although things are different from that time on NB now, I'll always think of you as being in the same category as them

 

[Bling Kai]

That's one of the problems with this site. Bad threads are driven to popularity whereas analysis threads that encourage discussion are one starred and derailed by "wankers". Keep it up though. You'll always have people interested in intelligent analysis threads. When I wake up a bit I'll analyze some of your points in the OP.

I disagree wether a thread is good or not is just a matter of opinion. I personally never liked analysis/theory threads becuase I don't find an anime like Naruto that thought provoking (an anime like Ghost in da Shell through is very thought provoking to me) I like the kind of threads that make me laugh or have a topic that keeps me interested enough to discuss for a while. An example of a thread like that would be a thread exposung da mods baise towards members or a thread that points out that Naruto is an overrated anime/manga. Those kind of threads will let me have a long debate about the thread topics becuase so many people will disagree with the thread topic. But to each his own right?

 

[Chie]

A fine look into the closure his character received at the end of his time as an Edo. Definitely made me reminisce about the time where these chapters were just coming out :,)

Masterfully written, as always. It's impressive how you've made multiple quality threads like this in the span of what, two months? Wow.

Kudos to you Chie, you've truly created my favorite Itachi threads after the 2012 era where all the "legendary" fans were active (no names needed, you know who I'm referring to).

Although things are different from that time on NB now, I'll always think of you as being in the same category as them

Thank you. And it's been one month. xD (These don't take long to make, not at all.)

Also, it means alot for you to say that. I greatly appreciate it. U_U

 

[Magatsu Izanagi]

I disagree wether a thread is good or not is just a matter of opinion. I personally never liked analysis/theory threads becuase I don't find an anime like Naruto that thought provoking (an anime like Ghost in da Shell through is very thought provoking to me) I like the kind of threads that make me laugh or have a topic that keeps me interested enough to discuss for a while. An example of a thread like that would be a thread exposung da mods baise towards members or a thread that points out that Naruto is an overrated anime/manga. Those kind of threads will let me have a long debate about the thread topics becuase so many people will disagree with the thread topic. But to each his own right?

Even if someone doesn't particularly care for analysis/theorizing, that doesn't make it right to come in and derail someone's legitimate effort with trolling. Not saying you do that, just a general statement.

That's one of the reasons why I stopped making threads. I didn't want something that I enjoyed making and wanted others to enjoy to be ruined by trolling/bashing/nonsense. And these days, what Amenotejikara said about that being the case couldn't be more true.

 

[Edenia]

~Itachi's Character Development~

The majority of the character development that Itachi Uchiha went through which was shown on-panel was during his Edo Phase. I'd just like to detail some of it. Feel free to read and comment (or not read/don't post and just move on to a different thread).

Acknowledging Himself

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Itachi: "You're very different from me, but at the same time I can sympathize with you. In the end, you were a spy as well and you lived in the same world of lies in which I used to live.

I also couldn't understand who I was. Now I feel that maybe... knowing who I actually am is the key to reach perfection. Because that means knowing what I can and cannot do."

Kabuto: "That's what a loser would say. Isn't acknowledging what you can't do the same as giving up?"

Itachi: "No, it means to forgive yourself for what you aren't able to do. Your comrades are there to make up for what you cannot do. And to prevent you from ignoring things that you actually might have been able to do.

If you want to know who you are, you have to look at your real self and acknowledge what you see. I wasn't able to do it... I lied to others and deceived even myself with my own lies.

The ones who aren't able to acknowledge their own selves are bound to fail. Like I did in the past."

Itachi acknowledged that living a facade isn't ideal. As a human being, one has to know their limits in order to avoid taking on more than they can realistically handle.

He doesn't feel the need to live a lie anymore and can accept that he doesn't have to take on every burden. He doesn't need to feel disappointed due to not achieving everything alone.

Closure with Brother

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Itachi: "Even though all I wanted was for you to walk the right path. Before I died, I tried to lead you down that path of righteousness. I changed the signposts on that path with lies and my ocular powers."

Sasuke: "You just wanted me to follow your signposts? I don't care for such a path!!"

Itachi: "Yeah... you're right. You ought to decide your own journey."

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Itachi: "I treated you like a child. I thought you needed my protection. I didn't trust your strength.

It may be that a perfect being does not exist at all in the world. Sometimes two who seem opposites are actually two sides of the same coin. They can only succeed when actually working together."

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Itachi: "I always lies to you telling you to forgive me. I always kept you far away, with my own hands. I didn't want to involve you. If I had faced you from the start, tried to see things from your point of view and talked with you about the truth. But I failed, and no matter what I say now, it still won't reach you. That's why I'm finally going to say what I really think.

You don't have to forgive me. No matter what you decide to do from now on, I will love you forever."

Itachi admits that he was too over-protective of Sasuke.

He's no longer afraid to let Sasuke go it alone and lets him know (via the gesture of their foreheads touching and his words) that he's free to do as he pleases and regardless of everything, he'll always adore him.

He put his faith in Sasuke and acknowledged him as an equal.

Redemption of Sins

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*Edo Tensei release*

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"It doesn't matter who... whoever it was, they're a hero that protected the shinobi world!"

The guy succeeded in both aiding the Alliance and allowing the deceased to rest once again.

Tl;dr: Itachi's character development was pretty interesting and enjoyable to see.
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True story! that's why that part of the story can be so emotional and why I like him as a character too. He finally let Sasuke know what he felt and set the first step for him to change his path

 

[SakuraHarunoHaterSlayer]

Itachi solos

 

[Bling Kai]

Even if someone doesn't particularly care for analysis/theorizing, that doesn't make it right to come in and derail someone's legitimate effort with trolling. Not saying you do that, just a general statement.

That's one of the reasons why I stopped making threads. I didn't want something that I enjoyed making and wanted others to enjoy to be ruined by trolling/bashing/nonsense. And these days, what Amenotejikara said about that being the case couldn't be more true.

Oh yeah I agree.

 

[NineSNS]

In addition to releasing the Edo Tensei, when Edo Itachi acknowledged Sasuke and showed his unconditional love for him, it enabled Sasuke to rethink his goal and ultimately choose to help the Shinobi Alliance. And without Sasuke, Naruto could not have defeated the series of villains.

Ironic that Kabuto revived Itachi to use as a tool, but instead Itachi had an indirect, but critical part in the Shinobi Alliance victory.

 

[Conspirator.]

Indeed, he was a well written character. Fantastic thread, Chie.

 

[Pumpkin Ninja]

Although I do like Itachi, he is just too "perfect" to me. He even develops by himself. Everything he says is perfect even to the point where he points out his own flaws (that he figured out himself) that were spoon fed to us to make him seem even more perfect.

To me he seems like one of those geniuses who are bored of life in every way.

What I wanna see is Itachi overwhelmed by another character, or maybe lose his cool. Something that makes him seem more human. Too bad that will never happen.

 

[Shanks]

Chie awesome thread btw ..

But why limit yourself with Itachi threads . I want to see you make other character's thread .. Anyway this is my opinion i find the thread good..

 

[Shanks]

Although I do like Itachi, he is just too "perfect" to me. He even develops by himself. Everything he says is perfect even to the point where he points out his own flaws (that he figured out himself) that were spoon fed to us to make him seem even more perfect.

To me he seems like one of those geniuses who are bored of life in every way.

What I wanna see is Itachi overwhelmed by another character, or maybe lose his cool. Something that makes him seem more human. Too bad that will never happen.

there is same character like rukawa of Slam Dunk ..The guy is same as Itachi near perfection Character..

 

[Lariatoo]

Gorgeous thread. Man... I really like you, Chie. One of the last Itachi fans whobare not obnoxious fanboys/trolls.
Your threads always remind me why he ismy second favorite. Lol

 

[Lariatoo]

Although I do like Itachi, he is just too "perfect" to me. He even develops by himself. Everything he says is perfect even to the point where he points out his own flaws (that he figured out himself) that were spoon fed to us to make him seem even more perfect.

To me he seems like one of those geniuses who are bored of life in every way.

What I wanna see is Itachi overwhelmed by another character, or maybe lose his cool. Something that makes him seem more human. Too bad that will never happen.

I don't know... His reactions (crying to the point of sobbing) when He went to kill his parents made me ser his muman, vulnerable side. As Fugaku said: "He truly is a kind child".

 

[Chie]

Chie awesome thread btw ..

But why limit yourself with Itachi threads . I want to see you make other character's thread .. Anyway this is my opinion i find the thread good..

Thank you.^^

Well, I just make many threads for a character at a time. I might do a few more for Itachi, then start for another (like Nagato/Tobi/Orochimaru).

Although I do like Itachi, he is just too "perfect" to me. He even develops by himself. Everything he says is perfect even to the point where he points out his own flaws (that he figured out himself) that were spoon fed to us to make him seem even more perfect.

To me he seems like one of those geniuses who are bored of life in every way.

What I wanna see is Itachi overwhelmed by another character, or maybe lose his cool. Something that makes him seem more human. Too bad that will never happen.

A character cannot develop themselves. They develop according to the situation. Had Itachi's original plans not gone the way they did, he wouldn't be saying this nor would he have learned this lesson.

He does seem human.
>He couldn't solve every problem on his own.
>He does have flaws.
>He does show emotion (crying on night of his mission)
>He makes subtle jokes
>He lost his cool when cops were bad-mouthing his deceased best friend.
>He was worried for Sasuke throughout the fight they had with Kabuto.

I think we've already seen enough. Yes, many other characters show more emotion than he does, but this doesn't exactly make or break how "human" a character is. Some people in real life show very little emotion and are introverts like Itachi is.

Also, Sasuke as shown in one of those panels of the original post does somewhat call him out on his lies. This is fitting since no one really even knew Itachi well enough to legitimately call him out on anything. Only his own younger brother as well as himself had the place to do so. Which both did.

But I see where you're coming from since I used to look at this character that way as well.