Kishimoto would be proud – Fanart Depicting Naruto vs Kiba Receives Ultimate Seal of Approval from the Fandom

Prior to the beginning of Shippuden, Naruto had a number of episodes that were often overlooked in the series. These episodes not only highlighted the origins of the main character and his team, but also displayed their development through various exams.

The Chunin Exams, widely considered as one of the most engaging tournament arcs in the series, was a prominent example. The exam was divided into three phases, beginning with a written test designed to assess the applicants’ strategies. The second phase was a survival test in the perilous Forest of Death, and the final phase consisted of intense battles between the candidates.

The fight between the protagonist and Kiba Inuzuka during the last phase was considered one of the best battles. It displayed incredible hand-to-hand combat skills and allowed the young warriors to showcase their newly acquired jutsu techniques. In addition, a fanart created by X user (@mikeyartbook) has elevated this fight to a whole new level with its artistic flair.

The Fanart That Enhanced the Kiba vs Naruto Fight

The X user shared their fanart depicting a scene from the Chunin Exams battle between Naruto Uzumaki of Team 7 and Kiba Inuzuka of Team 8. In the artwork, the X user imagined a scenario where the protagonist successfully impaled both Kiba and his transformed companion, Akamaru.

The protagonist in the anime initially underestimated Kiba and believed the battle would be an easy win. However, Kiba proved to be a formidable opponent and pushed the protagonist to improve their performance. Despite Akamaru’s transformation into Kiba, the protagonist was able to overpower them with a flashy move, ultimately winning the battle.

Responses from Fans to the Fanart

Fans didn’t hesitate to shower the X user with compliments. Some praised the artist and wondered if they too could achieve similar skill through practice. Additionally, others noted that the X user’s art style bore a striking resemblance to the series’ original author, Masashi Kishimoto. Many also commended the X user’s fanart for its intricate detail and refinement.

“The way your works is so dynamic makes me wanna cry lol”a fan said

“Wat can i use to practice to get to this point in perspective?”another fan questioned

“Looks like Kishimoto did it himself”another one said

“Damn! Great style dude!”another one appreciated

Final Thoughts

The protagonist vs Kiba Inuzuka as seen during the Chunin Exams in the anime (Image via Studio Pierrot)

The fandom always welcomes fans who pay homage to their favorite authors by creating unique art from a different perspective, like this X user did. Despite the artist’s art style being slightly different from the original author’s, their talent is still appreciated by fans. In addition, the choice of fanart is also commendable as many fans often overlook the journey of the protagonist in becoming one of the most powerful characters.

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