The Naruto the series has its share of overpowered swordsmen. From the kenjutsu masters of Hidden Cloud Village to the infamous Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, Naruto has plenty of skilled swordsmen who can end battles with a single draw, swing or strike of their blades.
Among the many swordsmen in the Narutoonly the best users can prove that a sword can be as deadly as any ninjutsu. Additionally, only the best swordsmen can also transform their blades into deadly extensions of their other abilities. That said, these overpowered swordsmen in Naruto is among the series' strongest fighters.
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Kisame Hoshigaki turned any sword into a deadly weapon
Before Kisame joined Akatsuki, he was one of the most formidable swordsmen in the Hidden Mist. No matter what weapon he wields, Kisame can turn even an ordinary katana into a deadly weapon through his unparalleled swordsmanship. For most of the story, Kisame relied on Samehada in battle, allowing him to fuse with the sword and unleash more deadly techniques.
When merged with Samehada, Kisame becomes nearly invincible, allowing him to challenge even the most powerful jinchuriki in the series. But even without relying on Samehada, his swordsmanship remains impressive, proving that it's not the weapon that makes the swordsman, but the skill behind the blade.
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Mangetsu Hozuki mastered the Seven Mystic Swords
Hailing from the village hidden in the mist, Mangetsu Hozuki was an incredibly talented swordsman who was feared by the strongest generation of the infamous Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Hidden Mist. At such a young age, he gained complete mastery over the seven mystical swords, from the Hiramekarei to the most terrifying blade of all, the Samehada.
Meanwhile, Mangetsu was skilled in Silent Killing, capable of taking down enemies by targeting their vital points before they even realized they were under attack. No wonder Mangetsu was widely feared as the “Second Coming of the Demon”, a title that reflected his fearsome swordsmanship and deadly killing skills.
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Orochimaru's blade skills are as impressive as his Ninjutsu
Many Naruto fans forget that Orochimaru is also a skilled swordsman, mainly because his myriad techniques and sinister abilities usually overshadow his swordplay. However, when he chooses to use a blade, his unpredictable kenjutsu style makes him a dangerous opponent, as shown when he overpowers Hiruzen during their confrontation.
When Orochimaru's kenjutsu is at play, his battles become even more exciting, as his unique sword skills keep opponents guessing where to strike. After all, he could remotely control his blade even without holding it directly, making his attacks even more dangerous.
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Mifune's Swordsmanship Made Hand Seals Completely useless
Those who faced the legendary Mifune in battle were amazed by his exceptional swordsmanship and the incredible ways he wielded the revered Kurosawa katana. One of them is Hanzo himself, the iconic shinobi who single-handedly defeated the Sannin back in the day.
After witnessing Mifune's laido mastery, Hanzo recognized his swordsmanship which relies on quick movements, quick draw techniques, and flawless execution. Armed with the Kurosawa katana, Mifune's movements were so fast that attempts to form hand seals against him were practically futile, as he could close the distance and attack directly.
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Killer B's unorthodox swordplay is almost impossible to read
Killer B is one of the most unpredictable swordsmen in Naruto due to his unconventional kenjutsu style. His swordplay combines kenjutsu with his iconic disruptive taijutsu, making it difficult for his opponents, even those with ocular abilities, to read his movements. In addition to that, he can also use the iconic Samehada blade without the risk of draining his chakra.
Wielding seven swords at once, Killer B's acrobatic style transforms him into an unpredictable powerhouse, as his rhythmic movements allow him to overwhelm enemies and land devastating attacks. Even Sasuke Uchiha finds his kenjutsu style awkward, so it's not a surprise that Killer Bee beat him during their confrontation.
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Sasuke Uchiha developed his own legendary sword style
In addition to his powerful ninjutsu and ocular abilities, Sasuke Uchiha has become a master of kenjutsu in the series. Not only did he develop a personal kenjutsu style, but he also taught Boruto Uzumaki his swordplay. As shown in Boruto series, Sasuke's kenjutsu style has evolved significantly, allowing him to switch sword grips while fighting powerful Otsutsuki opponents.
With the Uchiha Kenjutsu style, Sasuke can effortlessly slash his targets while unsheathing his sword. He can also infuse his katana with lightning-triggering chakra, enhancing its cutting power in the process and allowing him to deliver deadly slashes faster than ever.
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Boruto Uzumaki mastered both Otsutsuki Powers and Uchiha Style Swordsmanship
The son of Naruto Uzumaki and disciple of Sasuke Uchiha, Boruto Uzumaki has surpassed many powerful shinobi from the previous generation with his current strength. After gaining access to Momoshiki Otsutsuki's full power through Karma, along with additional abilities such as the Byakugan and other powerful upgrades such as the Rasengan Uzuhiko, Boruto has reached a level where he can stand alongside some of the strongest members of the Otsutsuki clan.
Boruto has also mastered Sasuke Uchiha's Sword of Kusanagi, enhanced by Sumire's scientific modifications and chakra registration. Thanks to his refined swordsmanship and enormous chakra reserves, he can effortlessly cut through Shinju Clones, defend against Jura's attacks, and maintain the blade's effectiveness even in intense battles.
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2002 – 2007-00-00
- Showrunner
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Masashi Kishimoto
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Hayato date
- Author
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Masashi Kishimoto
- Franchise(s)
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Naruto
