Boruto is Dropping Subtle Hints About its Next Mythic Arc - Theory
Masashi Kishimoto's Naruto tells the story of the titular ninja starting as a lowly underdog to becoming his village's most respected ninja. The sequel series Boruto follows Naruto's son and a plight against beings from another world. Both series do an excellent job of effortlessly weaving mythology into their stories, and Boruto is subtly hinting at doing it again.
Naruto established a world lush with adaptations of Eastern legends and tales. The series has adapted many stories of gods and ancient characters to fit into the world of ninja and chakra. Boruto follows in its predecessor's footsteps pulling its main inspiration from Japanese culture and mythology. The series introduced a new god-tier jutsu based on the kami Sukunahikona, and seems to be setting up its next spin on an ancient tale.
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Momotaro, or Peach Boy, is one of the most famous legends in Japan. It tells of a boy who was born from a giant peach, found in a river by an old couple. The old couple raises Momotaro, and he grows up to be bigger and stronger than the average person. As he matures, he becomes aware of the demonic oni raiding and pillaging the villages on his home island. Determined to give back to the old couple that raised him, he swears to stop the oni attacks on their home and goes after them. On his journey, he meets a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant that assist him in taking down the demons. They arrive at the oni fortress and wage a hard-fought battle, ultimately coming out victorious. Momotaro and the animals return home and are celebrated as heroes for ages to come.
There are multiple ways that Peach Boy aligns with Boruto. Starting with the titular character, Boruto is
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