Naruto in Sage Mode vs Naruto with the Toad Contract: A Comparative Analysis

In the world of Naruto, identifying who is the stronger version of Naruto Uzumaki between those in Sage Mode and those enveloped in the Toad Summoning Contract can intrigue fans immensely. Let's delve into the attributes and capabilities of both versions to determine the ultimate winner.

Common Attributes

Let's start with the common attributes shared by both Naruto in the pre-Pain arc and post-Pain arc. Both are Jinchuriki, carrying the Nine Tails within them, and both possess the ability to summon toads. Their Jutsu arsenal includes the Rasenshuriken, Rasengan, and Shadow Clone Jutsu. Moreover, Naruto's ancestry as an Uzumaki grants him large reserves of chakra, suitable for prolonged battles.

Naruto in Sage Mode

Naruto in Sage Mode dramatically enhances various attributes:

Sensei Mode Prowess

Contrary to the pre-Pain arc, Sage Mode significantly boosts Naruto's physical and sensory capabilities. His physical strength, speed, stamina, reflexes, and perception are all amplified. In this mode, Naruto can sense attacks from all directions without needing to see them, and his ninja and taijutsu skills are improved to a greater degree.

Rasengan Enhancement

The Senjutsu influence gives his Rasengan a greater potency, allowing him to form larger ones effortlessly. Naruto's Sage Mode also facilitates the easier and more stable creation of Rasenshuriken. During Sage Mode, Naruto can use two Rasenshuriken at a time, with a need to re-enter Sage Mode for a third. Post-development, however, he can maintain three simultaneously.

Superhuman Strength and Recovery

Naruto gains immense superhuman strength, enabling him to throw and lift significant objects. Moreover, his recovery rate increases in conjunction with Kurama's healing power.

Frog Kumite

A unique ability in Sage Mode, Naruto can perform Frog Kumite with the help of his summon, Fukasaku, which hits the opponent if the target is missed at close range.

Chakra Sensing

He has superior chakra sensing capabilities, allowing him to detect the chakra signatures of other ninjas from a distance and dodge enemy attacks without needing to see them.

Naruto with the Toad Summoning Contract

Naruto with the Toad Summoning Contract maintains his original balance of attributes:

No Boost in Attributes

Like the pre-Pain arc, his base attributes remain unboosted, and he can use the Rasengan and Rasenshuriken, though with limited effectiveness due to the challenge in maintaining them. He can create three Rasenshuriken before tiring out. His Shadow Clone Jutsu is a valuable asset, overwhelming his opponent and providing a decoy to study their battle style.

Summoning toads

As in the pre-Pain arc, Naruto can summon toads for assistance in battle, ensuring that there's no significant difference here.

Multiple Shadow Clones

Naruto in the pre-Pain arc can use Multiple Shadow Clones to create decoys and study his opponent's battle style more effectively. This tactic spreads out his chakra and decreases the time limit, but it is not available in Sage Mode due to the vast spread of Sage chakra.

Conclusion

Despite both having the same background with the Nine Tails and the toad summoning contract, the enhanced capabilities and senses in Sage Mode provide an undeniable edge. Hence, my conclusion is that Sage Mode Naruto is stronger. While Base Naruto can counter him, the prolonged interaction and the disadvantages in maintaining Rasenshuriken make it less effective over time.

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