Boruto fans around the world have been eagerly following the manga’s latest developments as it reaches a crucial point. On August 24, 2024, in Paris, a highly anticipated interview was conducted with Masashi Kishimoto and Mikio Ikemoto, where they shared their insights and answered questions from devoted fans.
At regular intervals, Mikio Ikemoto shares some intriguing insights. While some may argue that the sequel series has borrowed elements from Naruto, manga readers can anticipate unique developments as the plot unfolds.
During the interview, the creator shared his thoughts on how he interprets and designs villains for the Boruto series. He emphasized that his approach to creating villains will differ greatly from Kishimoto’s, as he explained in his comments.
Please be aware that this article contains major spoilers from the manga chapters of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex.
Boruto: The Significance of Mikio Ikemoto’s Comments on the Two Blue Vortex and Why Momoshiki Cannot be Compared to Kurama
Prior to delving into this topic, it is important to understand the reasoning behind comparing Kurama and Momoshiki. Several theories were circulating online, suggesting that the two may have similarities due to a symbiotic connection. Kurama was confined within Naruto for a prolonged period of time, and although they initially had a strained relationship, Naruto was able to harness his abilities. However, there were also instances where Naruto struggled to control Kurama’s powers.
Likewise, Momoshiki had also taken advantage of the Karma Marks and merged with Boruto, resulting in the protagonist becoming a complete Otsutsuki. Although Momoshiki has not made an appearance in the current episodes, there have been subtle clues. In a recent chapter of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, the protagonist was compelled to retreat from the fighting when Kawaki activated his Karma Mode.
The activation of Boruto’s Karma Mode had a resonant effect, indicating that Momoshiki remains a presence in the series. According to a theory, similar to Kurama, Momoshiki may have a chance for redemption and potentially become a positive character in the series.
It is possible for Boruto to have an impact on his emotions, leading to the use of his full Otsutsuki abilities. Despite this, Mikio Ikemoto has clarified that he does not intend to create villains that fans can empathize with. This statement roughly explains his approach to crafting antagonists.
“I try not to duplicate Naruto. That’s why there are more pure villains in Boruto. Big villains.”
In the aforementioned interview, it was stated that he aims to develop villains with a deeply ingrained evil nature and no redeeming qualities. This also provides insight into the portrayal of Momoshiki.
Ikemoto’s remarks indicate a significant deviation in his portrayal of villains compared to the Naruto series. This is a wise choice for a sequel, as too many recurring features could potentially detract from the overall viewing experience.
Fans should anticipate Momoshiki to be a completely nefarious character with no redeeming traits. As a result, there will be no parallels between him and Kurama in the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga chapters. It is highly probable that he will continuously pose challenges for the protagonist until the very end. With his formidable powers and unrelenting nature, there is a possibility that the protagonist may face death once more.
Despite being a powerful foe, Momoshiki will never possess the same qualities as the Nine-Tailed Beast in the original series. This has been confirmed by both his inherently evil nature and Mikio Ikemoto’s remarks. The upcoming chapters will provide an intriguing glimpse into the progression of events.
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