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Exactly as the title says. Can Naruto successfully reform your favorite villains? War Arc Naruto is being used.
Rules:
There will be some ground rules to make things more interesting.
1) Assume the villain in question knows of Naruto’s reputation.
2) Like against most of the villains he reformed; we’ll assume Naruto has already defeated them in battle and now he’s just trying to talk some sense into them.
Are they reformed, or do they continue with their evil ways?
- Charisma: Naruto demonstrates a highly advanced level of empathy and charisma. He consistently persuades others to abandon deeply rooted ideologies, change life-long beliefs, and even reform from villainous behavior, all without relying on supernatural or mind-manipulating abilities. His influence stems from an unwavering resolve, emotional intelligence, and a deep capacity for empathy, often reaching individuals considered emotionally closed off or ideologically extreme.This is evident in his interactions with Gaara, Neji, Nagato, Obito, Kurama, and even Sasuke. Additionally, his unorthodox use of techniques such as the Sexy Jutsu has proven surprisingly effective against formidable opponents, ranging from jōnin to even Kaguya, with the Third Hokage himself admitting the technique would work on him as well.
- Reputation: Naruto’s reputation amplifies his influence significantly. After defeating Pain, he was hailed as the Hero of the Hidden Leaf, gaining the admiration and respect of the entire village, including former critics and elites. By the time of the Fourth Great Ninja War, Naruto’s legacy alone inspired entire armies, uplifted morale, and united nations under a common cause. His symbolic status gave him immense credibility, allowing him to shift collective attitudes through reputation alone. Moreover, his identity as the Jinchūriki of the Nine-Tails further heightened both his notoriety and recognition, transforming what was once a source of fear and stigma into a mark of unmatched power and respect.
- Instigating Fear: From childhood, Naruto’s status as a Jinchūriki caused villagers to treat him with suspicion and dread, instilling fear despite his innocence. The overwhelming presence of Kurama’s chakra radiating from him was powerful enough to be sensed by skilled shinobi, evoking terror due to its sheer intensity and malevolence.
- Leadership: Naruto’s natural ability to empathize with others and his willingness to understand their pain allowed him to befriend nearly anyone, guiding them toward a better path. This was seen throughout the series with figures such as Gaara, Neji, Tsunade, Nagato, Kurama, Obito, and Sasuke. In the Fourth War specifically, his influence extended across the Allied Shinobi Forces, boosting morale and uniting thousands under his leadership, further cementing him as the central figure of hope in the conflict.
Rules:
There will be some ground rules to make things more interesting.
1) Assume the villain in question knows of Naruto’s reputation.
2) Like against most of the villains he reformed; we’ll assume Naruto has already defeated them in battle and now he’s just trying to talk some sense into them.
Are they reformed, or do they continue with their evil ways?
