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In the world of anime, a few villain groups have had as much of an impact as the Akatsuki fromNaruto. Over the years,Narutofans have not only experienced the heartbreaking deaths of beloved characters but also explored the darker aspects of the ninja world in depth.
Despite featuring powerful villains like the Deadly Seven Swordsmen of the Mist and the Demon King Brothers, none of them matched the threat level of each Akatsuki member, who remains one of the show’s key highlights.
Almost every Akatsuki member is truly a force to be reckoned with, as it comprises powerful ninjas from across the region. Yet, one Akatsuki member, who even demonstrated extraordinary power in their final moments, remains bitterly overlooked and underrated, despite being among the strongest in the organization.
Konan: The most underrated Akatsuki member inNaruto
Masashi Kishimoto’sNarutosecured its place in the “Big Three” with its incredible character designs, dynamic combat system,unforgettable dialogue, and countless epic moments.
Apart from the enthralling plot, each character left a long-lasting impression on the audience. The Akatsuki’s mix of moral complexity, distinctive abilities, and iconic designs cements them as the gold standard of anime villain groups, unparalleled in depth and legacy.
While the group was originally formed to fight the evils of the ongoing Third Shinobi War, over time, Akatsuki went on to become a group of outlaws who did not like to live by the constraints of the rules of a village. One of the defining characteristics of the Akatsuki is the depth of its members.
Each of them has aunique story that weaves complexity and nuanceinto their motivations, elevating them beyond mere antagonists in the eyes of countless fans. From the god-like Itachi to Pain’s gravity manipulation, the Akatsuki boasted many iconic and popular figures, making it easy to overlook some members.
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Yet, Konan faces the greatest injustice, with many viewers underestimating her strength and failing to recognize how truly deadly a ninja she was.
Despite being one of the founding members of the Akatsuki and the only woman in the group, Konan’s destructive power is often overlooked, with many perceiving her primarily as the clever strategist behind the organization.
Konan implemented her love of origami into her fighting by developing a style that involved her turning her body into paper, which included the use of paper shuriken. Following Nagato’s death, Konan decided to leave his dream of peace in Naruto’s hands.
Not to forget, her battle against Obito Uchiha showcased her strategic brilliance as she nearly succeeded indefeating the masked Uchiha.
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Despite unleashing one of the most destructive jutsu in her final moments—600 billion explosive paper tags—many viewers fail to grasp its true power, as Obito easily countered it, thanks to plot armor.
Konan’s Sacred Paper Emissary Jutsu: One of the most destructive and deadly jutsu in the series
Konan is a formal disciple of Jiraiya, who was among the three orphans during The Great Third Ninja War. A master of Origami jutsu, Konan is known for staying calm under dangerous circumstances and served as the Akatsuki’s primary caretaker after Nagato’s paralysis.
In her final moments during her showdown against Tobi, Konan demonstrated her Sacred Paper Emissary Jutsu, which was truly terrifying and cemented her legacy as one of the strongest Akatsuki members.
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By detonating the paper bombs over ten minutes, Konan forced Tobi into a desperate position, prompting him to use Izanagi, a forbidden jutsu that sacrifices an eye to alter reality and cheat death, allowing him to survive her meticulously planned assault.
One of Konan’s most iconic and impressive feats in theNarutoseries is her 600 billion paper bomb technique. What makes this technique even more remarkable is not just its sheer scale but also the intelligence and planning behind it.
Konan studied Tobi’s space-time ninjutsu, accurately predicting how long he could remain intangible, highlighting her cunning and deadly nature—yet, she still fails to receive the respect she deserves.
Narutois available to stream on Crunchyroll.
Mehul Rolta
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
