Boruto, Naruto‘s continuation, has seen the return of many beloved characters. Kurama, commonly known as the Nine-Tails, was Naruto’s most powerful asset, and his death in Boruto was deeply mourned. However, Boruto: Two Blue Vortex revealed in the latest chapter that the beloved character is back.

This isn’t the first time Masashi Kishimoto has decided to bring a dead character back into the franchise, but fans are of the opinion that this might be a big mistake. Kurama started his journey as an antagonist but Naruto’s insistence on treating him with respect brought about a change in Kurama and he formed a special bond with Naruto.

Kurama’s Death

Naruto Baryon Mode
Naruto- Baryon Mode

Kurama’s role in Boruto cannot be understated as he was always with Naruto from the very beginning. Naruto Uzumaki ruled as the 7th Hokage in Boruto, but this changed with the Otsutsuki’s entrance. After Momoshiki’s invasion, Naruto and Kurama prepared themselves for the fight. Although they did well, Isshiki proved to be an even greater threat.

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Isshiki’s vessel, Jigen, gave Naruto and Sasuke a run for their money, and Naruto was sealed off. After being rescued by his son, he fought Isshiki Otsutsuki, who was much stronger than Jigen. During this battle, Naruto entered the Baryon Mode, an enhanced state, with the help of Kurama. Naruto completely overwhelmed Isshiki with his powers that even Isshiki’s shinjutsu didn’t stand a chance.

However, Naruto’s powers came at a cost and that was the life of the Nine-Tails. The fact that Naruto survived after Kurama’s death was a shock in itself since Kurama’s death would have resulted in Naruto’s death as well, but Kurama found a way to spare his life.

Kurama’s death was a bittersweet moment that had fans in tears as Naruto lost his closest friend and had to live alone for the first time in his life. Losing access to Kurama’s chakra also left him feeling inadequate and weak, which combined with a sense of loss and guilt.

Kurama’s Return Could Be A Big Mistake

Naruto and Kurama
Naruto and Kurama

Although Kurama is a beloved character, fans took to X to state their opinions about his return. Many believe that this could be a huge mistake on Kishimoto’s part since it takes away the emotional impact of Naruto and Kurama’s farewell.

Kishimoto had already given some spoilers in Chapter #8 of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex with the biggest plot twist yet: Himawari has access to the Nine-Tail chakra. It has already been established that Tailed Beasts cannot really die, and as long as their chakra exists, they can still be revived. Himawari’s access to the chakras made it apparent that the Tailed Beast would return.

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Fans still hope that this Kurama is different from Naruto’s Nine-Tails since the Baryon Mode destroys all the chakras until nothing is left. Since fans have witnessed how Kurama and Naruto’s bond grew over time, it feels sacrilegious for Nine-Tails to belong to Himawari just to make her powerful.

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