Naruto Vol. 12: The Great Flight...!!

The pacing felt smooth, but I wondered how much of that was planned ahead versus evolving during the creative process.

Their teamwork and moments of humor really made the story resonate. I’m curious if that was a conscious focus for Kishimoto.

The creativity behind the jutsu and their visual style is incredible. I wonder how much of it was based on traditional martial arts or purely imaginative.