The Uzumaki Clan: Taboo and Tabernacle in Leaf Village
The Uzumaki Clan: Taboo and Tabernacle in Leaf Village
While discussing the Uzumaki Clan in the context of Leaf Village, an interesting phenomenon is observed. Despite being a crucial and special clan known for their unique skills in barrier creation, teleportation, and sealing techniques, the mention or acknowledgment of the Uzumaki clan is very limited. This article explores the reasons behind this enigmatic presence, focusing on the history and implications that contributed to the clan's relative silence within the village.
The Complex History with the Uchiha Clan
The relationship between the Uchiha and the Leaf Village is riddled with tension and betrayal. The underlying reasons for the silence regarding the Uzumaki Clan can be traced back to several historical events involving the Uchiha Clan.
One significant event is the assassination attempt by Madara Uchiha on the beloved First Hokage, Hashirama Senju. This assassination attempt was not just a failed bid for control but a precursor to further conflicts that would arise from the Uchiha's intentions.
Subsequently, another Uchiha member, Orochimaru, utilized his skills to disguise himself as Madara and carried out a series of attacks against the Leaf Village. Among these attacks, he targeted the family of Fourth Hokage Minato, leading to the deaths of both Minato and Kushina's wife, and even unleashing Kurama on the village. These acts undeniably tarnished the Uchiha name and sealed their reputation as enemies of the village.
The Ongoing Threat of Coup de' Tat
During the Haruno Revolts, there were rumors of coups within the Uchiha clan, which aimed to seize control of the Leaf Village. The Third Hokages warnings were ominous, and Itachi Uchiha was ordered to eliminate his clan in order to prevent such a catastrophic event from occurring.
Sasuke Uchiha, the last surviving member of the Uchiha Clan, carries the weight of his family's extinction and took steps that further disgraced the name. His association with Orochimaru, a traitor to the village, and his subsequent actions only added to the villager's disdain for the Uchiha name.
The Necessity and Legacy of the Uzumaki Clan
The Uzumaki Clan was crucial during the sealing process of the Nine-Tails (Kyuubi) into Naruto Uzumaki. The clan's skills in barrier creation, teleportation, and sealing techniques made them indispensable for this process. The first transfer of this power happened to Mito Uzumaki, and later, to Naruto's mother, Kushina Uzumaki. These skills were not only beneficial but also pivotal in maintaining the balance of power within the Leaf Village.
The Uzumaki Clan's legacy was closely tied to the Naruto Saga. The villagers, including famous ninjas like Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru, who were part of the Three-Deadlock Hunts, knew about the importance of the Uzumaki Clan. However, considering the past allegiance and the ongoing threat posed by the Uchiha, they chose to keep the knowledge of the Uzumaki Clan secret to prevent any potential exploitation by the Uchiha.
In conclusion, the Uzumaki Clans legacy is both a tale of crucial contributions and a shadow hanging over the Leaf Village. Their skills were necessary but their history with the Uchiha, coupled with the ongoing threat, led to the clan's relative silence within the village.