Naruto vs. Vagaries of Scaling: Kakashi vs. Juubidara

Discussing the merits of scaling in the Naruto universe, a not-so-rare topic, highlights the importance of context and narrative relevance. In this piece, we delve into the comparison between Kakashi Hatake and Juubidara, focusing on their abilities within their narrative arcs.

Understanding the Narrative

The narrative of the Naruto series often emphasizes the concept of relevance and timely intervention. From the beginning of the fight against Kaguya, Kishimoto set a clear narrative goal for Kakashi: to provide support and create openings for his former students, Naruto and Sasuke. This narrative was reinforced when Sasuke explicitly mentioned the importance of waiting for the right moment.

The narrative shows Kakashi in a supporting role, aware of his limitations in facing Kaguya head-on. He waits for opportunities, knowing his priority is not to change the course of the battle. This context makes it illogical to consider Kakashi as a scalable force, especially in a comparison with Juubidara, who is known for his prowess in battle.

Analysis of Key Abilities

Strength and Durability

Kakashi, although enhanced by Sage chakra from Obito, cannot compete with the sheer strength and durability of Juubidara, a Jinchuriki of the Nine-Tails. Even with his Perfect Susanoo, Kakashi is not on par with Juubidara’s physical prowess. This is further emphasized by Juubidara’s ability to continue fighting and even resist severe attacks.

Speed and Reflexes

Juubidara’s speed, combined with his reflexes, grants him a significant advantage over Kakashi. Even when Kakashi uses Kamui to avoid attacks, it is clear that Juubidara’s agility can match or even surpass Kakashi’s.

One notable instance is when Juubidara easily dismantles Deidara and continues to fight, showing his ability to endure and counter even high-level attacks. On the other hand, Kakashi’s lightning blade, even with Kamui, proved insufficient to pose a significant threat to Juubidara’s more direct and powerful attacks.

Power and Hax

The power and hax inherent in the DMS Kamui have been overestimated in many comparisons. For instance, when using Kamui, Kakashi cannot achieve the level of precision needed for long-range attacks, let alone eye-sniping. The effectiveness of Kamui diminishes the more it is used, as seen in its less effective uses on Naruto’s shadow clone and invertebrate objects.

Moreover, the narrative shows that Juubidara’s intelligence and combat experience are far greater. Even if Konoha could find a way to neutralize Obito, it is safe to assume that Juubidara, with his superior intellect and arsenal, could devise a plan to defeat Kakashi. Kakashi’s reliance on Kamui and speed does not match Juubidara’s comprehensive skill set and adaptability.

Conclusion

It is crucial to align any scale with the narrative context of the series. Kakashi’s role in the fight against Kaguya and his subsequent battles is one of support and not direct engagement. This narrative emphasis definitively places him in a supporting role, not a scalable force comparable to Juubidara.

Juubidara's reputation as a formidable fighter is well-earned due to his physical strength, agility, and strategic mind. Comparing Kakashi to Juubidara within the scope of their respective roles underscores the importance of narrative consistency in such analyses.

This conclusion is based on in-depth examination of the series' narrative, character abilities, and specific instances where these abilities were showcased. The debate remains enjoyable, as different viewpoints can enrich our understanding of the Naruto universe.

Thank You for Reading

Please feel free to comment if you disagree. These debates are a lot of fun, and we can always agree to disagree!