Naruto Vol. 50: Underwater Deathmatch!!

The growth of Naruto and his friends feels so impactful here. Did the author plan these arcs from the start or evolve them as the story progressed?

The tension and battles really ramped up, making me wonder how the author balanced action with character moments during such intense scenes.

Their unique abilities and visual styles added fresh energy. I’m curious whether they were based on existing folklore or came purely from the author's imagination.