Every team has that one person who holds it all together. For Team 7, that was Kakashi. Calm in chaos. Smart when it counted. He wasn’t loud or flashy, but his presence was always felt. To me, Kakashi is the perfect mix of mystery, skill, and heart.
Why He Stuck With Me
Kakashi doesn’t need to show off. He has the Sharingan. He’s known as the Copy Ninja. But you’d never hear him brag about it. Most of the time, he just acts like he’d rather be reading than fighting. What makes him powerful isn’t the jutsu—it’s how he chooses when not to use them. He’s about balance, not domination.
The Teacher That Really Taught
That first test with the bells? It wasn’t about speed or strength. It was about trust. Kakashi made it clear: if you can’t work together, you’re already lost. That lesson stuck with Team 7, even when they went their separate ways. You can see it in how they fight later on—how they protect each other. Kakashi planted that.
What’s Underneath
It’s easy to forget Kakashi’s been through hell. He lost Obito, Rin, and his father—people he cared about deeply. He had every reason to shut down. But instead, he kept going. And he used that pain to teach his students how to carry their own. He knows what it means to lose, so he makes sure they’re strong enough to keep going.
Favorite Moments
- “Those who abandon their comrades are worse than scum.” That line hit hard—and stuck.
- The first time he used Mangekyō Sharingan? Chills.
- His fight against Pain. He gave everything for the village.
- Becoming Hokage. Not for the spotlight—just because someone had to do it right.
Final Thought
Kakashi isn’t the loudest, the strongest, or the most emotional. But he’s steady. Reliable. The kind of person who shows up when it matters most. That’s why he’s my favorite. He didn’t just train heroes—he shaped them. And in a world full of noise, Kakashi reminds you that quiet doesn’t mean weak.
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— Alquest