The Hidden Origins of Rasengan: Unveiling Naruto's Ultimate Technique

Highlights

The Minato One Shot spin-off manga delves into the genesis of Minato's renowned jutsu, the Rasengan, while shedding light on the monumental events of the Third Great Ninja War. In this gripping narrative, Minato and his comrades, among them Jiraiya, confront the formidable Jinchuriki duo Roshi and Han, thereby showcasing Minato's prodigious skill set and his ingenious utilization of the Flying Thunder God technique.

Minato created the Rasengan as a means of safeguarding Kushina Uzumaki, and it was ultimately passed down to Naruto as a cherished keepsake from his parents. This technique not only became Naruto's signature move but also symbolized the love and sacrifice of his parents.

Recently, the Minato One Shot spin-off manga was released, successfully offering significant character development for both Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki. While other characters also received attention in this manga, it is no surprise to fans that these two individuals were at its core, considering their unique bond.

Before the release of the Minato spin-off, Kishimoto revealed that the manga would primarily focus on the development of Minato's jutsu. While there was speculation about whether it would be the Flying Thunder God or the Rasengan, it became clear that only the latter was originally created by him. The Minato one shot emphasized the significance of the Rasengan, and also unveiled the exact reasons behind its creation to the fans.

Minato Vs Roshi And Han

In the early stages of the Minato One Shot, viewers were treated to a glimpse of the Third Great Ninja War, a time when Minato hadn't yet taken charge of his own team. Instead, he found himself aligned with Team Jiraiya, alongside two other members, as they battled against the formidable Jinchuriki of Iwagakure, Roshi and Han. These two Jinchuriki, known by fans far and wide, possessed the power of the Four and Five Tails respectively. The intense combat showcased the struggles faced by Minato and his team as they fought against the duo. To further compound their difficulties, the Jinchuriki from Iwagakure launched two immensely powerful Tailed Beast Balls, aiming to annihilate our brave heroes.

Thankfully, Minato possessed the ability to use his Flying Thunder God technique to teleport them to safety, which he promptly did. Rather than solely focusing on the battles, the Minato one shot provided insight into the broader scope of the Third Great Ninja War. Minato and his team eventually returned to Konoha, effectively showcasing the ongoing nature of the war. Despite their involvement in the larger conflict, shinobi like Minato periodically returned to their respective villages to report and undertake different missions. Amidst the chaos, Minato emerged from the battlefield with invaluable knowledge. Observing Roshi and Han, he gained the foundation for an incredibly potent technique that would later become his signature jutsu, known as the Rasengan.

Minato's Creation Of The Rasengan

Observing the formidable display of the two Jinchuriki conjuring potent Tailed Beast Balls, Minato endeavored to emulate this technique himself. Instead of merging the requisite positive and negative chakra to form a formidable Tailed Beast Ball, Minato relied on the rotational force of chakra to generate an immense spiraling vortex within his palm. Initially faced with considerable difficulties, Minato, with Jiraiya's guidance, conceived the notion of channeling chakra in two diverging directions to enhance the jutsu's stability. It was precisely this innovation that facilitated the crystallization of the Rasengan.

Why The Rasegan Was Created

According to Jiraiya, this was just the initial phase of Minato's journey towards creating his own jutsu. Fans of Naruto will recall that the Rasengan was not intended to be a fully formed technique. Originally, Minato planned to incorporate nature transformation into it, aiming to develop a more formidable move, a feat that Naruto accomplished with the creation of Rasenshuriken. Nonetheless, Minato succeeded in crafting a remarkably iconic jutsu that would eventually become synonymous with Naruto himself. This portion of the chapter also served to highlight Minato Namikaze's genius and establish him as a pinnacle shinobi, highly regarded as a rare and exceptional talent by Jiraiya.

The Minato one shot showcased an exhilarating blend of intense action and captivating storytelling. With a strong focus on Kushina, the one-shot delved into the intricate dynamics between these two characters, especially during the spellbinding moment when she succumbs to the influence of the Nine-Tails. United in their unwavering resolve, they courageously confront the formidable creature and successfully harness its overwhelming powers.

Minato initially utilized his Sealing Jutsu, learned from Kushina, to reinforce her seal. When this failed, he discovered a fragment of his chakra within her body. Joining forces with Kushina from the inside, they successfully subdued the Nine Tails.

This was precisely the purpose behind Minato creating the Rasengan. He intended for this jutsu to be passed on to Kushina as a means for her to protect herself against the formidable Jinchuriki of other villages encountered during the Third Great Ninja War. Minato foresaw the inevitability of Jinchuriki Warfare in this war and wanted to equip Kushina with a technique that harmonized with her own chakra and enhanced her self-defense abilities.

Essentially, the creation of the Rasengan was a poignant gesture by Kishimoto to safeguard Kushina Uzumaki, further enhancing the depth of their relationship. What amplifies its significance is that, shortly after, the duo joined forces to halt the Nine Tails, with Minato employing the very technique he devised to safeguard Kushina in order to vanquish the Nine Tails from within. This extraordinary occurrence also served as a pivotal moment for both characters to profess their profound feelings for one another, ultimately giving rise to the most exceptional couple in the history of Naruto.

A Memento To Naruto Uzumaki

An interesting aspect of this Jutsu is that it has been inherited by the Orange Hokage of Konoha. As Naruto mentioned in the original series, the combination of the Yellow Flash and the Red Hot Habanero gives rise to the Orange Hokage of Konoha. Since this Jutsu was created by Naruto's father and named by his mother, it holds a special significance for him. Later on, Naruto Uzumaki received this technique as a memento from his parents. The Rasengan became a means of protection for Naruto, and he learned it from his godfather, Jiraiya.

On Naruto's birth day, his parents bestowed numerous gifts upon him. They made the ultimate sacrifice, giving their lives to protect him. Kushina, in particular, gave everything she had to ensure his safety, even when the odds were stacked against her. Minato, on the other hand, sealed both his and Kushina's chakra within Naruto, with the intention of enabling them to meet in the future. However, that was not all. By having Jiraiya learn the Rasengan, Minato inadvertently ensured that this technique would be passed down to Naruto. Through Jiraiya's teachings, Naruto ultimately mastered the technique created by his father and named by his mother. The fact that it later became Naruto's signature technique is a testament to the beauty of this story.