The Akatsuki in Naruto: Why they went to war — And what it says about real-world conflicts
The Akatsuki, a group of rogue ninja in Naruto, embodies real-world reasons for conflict, from revenge and profit to loyalty and the pursuit of peace. Each member's tragic backstory, rooted in concepts like patriotism and radical religion, mirrors motivations behind actual wars. Masashi Kishimoto uses these villains to explore the complex and often dark side of humanity's engagement in combat.
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