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The manga Boruto shifts its focus to the new generation of shinobi, strategically diminishing the roles of Naruto and Sasuke to allow the development of new characters.
It's intriguing to witness how Boruto: Naruto Next Generations is evolving in the future. In the latest Boruto installment, 'Two Blue Vortex,' chapter 4 has officially confirmed the exclusion of both Naruto and Sasuke from the main timeline storyline. This decision is regarded as a wise and necessary move.
With Naruto and Sasuke in supporting roles, even veteran characters like Kakashi and Tsunade do not make appearances. The Boruto manga promises a deeper exploration of the abilities and stories of the emerging characters. The upcoming battles will focus on the new generation, showcasing Boruto in the lead role, stepping out of the shadows of Naruto and Sasuke. This action is reasonable, countering criticisms that the series relies too heavily on established characters.
For instance, in Boruto's major battle against Isshiki, despite weakening former warriors like Naruto and Sasuke and giving the spotlight to Boruto and his team, what leaves an impression on readers is that the new ninjas are not yet ready to replace the predecessors of the old era.
The decision to exclude Naruto and Sasuke from the next major battle in 'Two Blue Vortex' is a courageous and necessary step. Up to this point, the story has confirmed Naruto's absence as he is confined with Hinata in a different spatial dimension. And now, in chapter 4, we see Sasuke trapped inside a peculiar tree.
This progression signifies a significant leap for Boruto, finally stepping out of the shadows of his predecessors. The absence of Sasuke and Naruto in the upcoming battles against the Divine Progenitor indicates the maturity of both the storyline and Boruto himself, portraying him as a complex and captivating central character.
Even as Boruto continues with 'Two Blue Vortex,' the narrative will grapple with the challenge of reintegrating Naruto and Sasuke into the story. Their survival through recent hardships opens the door for an intriguing comeback.
It would be remarkable if both were temporarily absent, unable to aid the new generation against future threats to Konoha. Alternatively, the ideal scenario would be Naruto and Sasuke assuming more distant roles, supporting the premise that 'Boruto' truly revolves around the rise of the next generation.
