Who will die fighting Pain in Konoha?

[Zepherin]

All true, but those are the blatantly obvious understanding of Kishi's words. Now, I don't think Kishi would be someone to spoil something such as Tsunade's death (Sakura needing to mature) or Gai's immunity (Lee not needing to mature) without planning a completely unexpected situation for these events so the suspense of certain fights aren't ruined. So..

Sakura could mature through Kakashi/Sasuke/Naruto's death(s) and Lee doesn't need to mature if he's a corpse. (which would be a great way for Kishi to introduce the final 8th Inner Gate of Death either by Rock Lee using it or Gai using it to avenge Lee)

I can agree, he has a lot to toy around with. But you know, just because it's blatantly obvious, doesn't mean he wont let it play out that way. Look at his writing style, the storyline so far, it all leads up to Tsunade's death. So even without those statements, it's obvious. So why should I be looking for a deeper meaning in his words? Maybe he meant exactly what he said.

 

[SAKumono26]

INO WILL DIE
NO SAI
no
ebisu
no the guy with toohpiclk in his mouth during the chunin exams

 

[~KRF~]

INO WILL DIE
NO SAI
no
ebisu
no the guy with toohpiclk in his mouth during the chunin exams

Are you BOT or something?

 

[Zepherin]

hmm... I don't think Ino pig is going anywhere. It's a possibility, but I don't think it's all that likely.

I think we're going to lose someone that will impact us on a deep level, but not significantly effect the story line. Such as Chouji, or maybe Sai. Though I wouldn't like to see either of them go. That's the point, of course. To take someone we will miss, but not be too seriously depressed about. Then again, I think if Sai died Kishi would be harassed by fangirls for the rest of his life. >.< so maybe it wil be Tenten? We don't really know her all that much, after all.

Maybe none of the chunin will die. Perhaps these deaths will be older adults, their parents are all likely victims. I hope they don't kill Shika's daddy. He's so awesome. Lol. How about Ino's dad? He's cool, but Ino needs a reality check anyway.

 

[Ady]

to many died already

i think to many strong good guys died.....i don't think that such important characters as kakashi will die...

 

[tfgabe1]

Tsnade Iz tha best bet...dont think they'll kill off kakashi just yet

 

[Xero]

I can agree, he has a lot to toy around with. But you know, just because it's blatantly obvious, doesn't mean he wont let it play out that way. Look at his writing style, the storyline so far, it all leads up to Tsunade's death. So even without those statements, it's obvious. So why should I be looking for a deeper meaning in his words? Maybe he meant exactly what he said.

From his interviews, you can always expect Kishi's 'read what lies underneath the underneath' mentality. I'm not saying Tsunade won't be killed.. btw. I just think Sakura's maturity will come from either Kakashi/Iruka's death or the next Naruto/Sasuke fight.

 

[Akiza]

i hope they wont
i just cant wait

 

[theboondoxaint]

either lee of gai will die. if the saying is " every generation will be stronger than the next" the i would expect more than just tai jutsu out of both if they are expected to make it through the series. i myself am a big fan of lee but it either one or the other dies as a result of having what most would consider a handicap in the narutoverse. with lee's emense strength and speed, i think earth or even sound style jutsu would be a good match for him. ten ten needs to up her game as well. no use being a dead shot if you can't hit the opponent.


hell, while i'm at it... someone give shikamaru some damn ninja dogs!