The Anbu, also known as the Anbu Black Ops, are a group of highly skilled covert ninja operatives assigned by the village leader. They carry out specialized missions involving assassination and tactics. Unlike traditional ranks, the Anbu operate based on merit and experience, with team leadership and hierarchy determined accordingly. The squad leaders, known as Buntaichō, hold prestigious positions within the Anbu organization. Overview The Anbu organization is comprised of highly skilled shinobi selected based on their personality traits and abilities. They are scouted from a young age and chosen by the village leader, regardless of age, background, or previous rank. Once accepted into the Anbu, they undergo intense training, including studying the human body, and wear masks to conceal their identities. Anbu are frequently involved in important missions within and outside their villages, specializing in assassinations, infiltrations, tracking, surveillance, and interrogations. Their d

The Tsuchikage is the leader of Iwagakure, known as the Earth Shadow. This title is given to the village's strongest shinobi. Throughout the village's history, there have been four Tsuchikage. Overview The Tsuchikage is the leader of Iwagakure, known as the Earth Shadow. The position was created after the village's formation by Ishikawa, the village's founder. The selection process for the Tsuchikage is unclear, but there is a family lineage connection among three of the four Tsuchikage. The Tsuchikage resides in the tallest building in Iwa, symbolizing their authority. The Tsuchikage's leadership has been marked by strict obedience from their shinobi. However, the Second and Third Tsuchikage's unfair tactics and alliances tarnished the reputation of the position and the village. It was during the Fourth Shinobi World War that the negative reputation began to change. List of Tsuchikage First Tsuchikage Ishikawa was the First Tsuchikage who founded Iwagakure in t

The Raikage is the leader of Kumogakure and holds the title of the village's Kage. Known as the Lightning Shadow, the Raikage is widely recognized as the most powerful ninja in the village. Throughout Kumogakure's history, there have been five individuals who have held the position of Raikage. Overview The Raikage is the leader of Kumogakure, which was founded by A, the village's founder. The selection process for the Raikage is not explicitly explained, but the Second Raikage was chosen for his dedication and service as the First Raikage's bodyguard, while the Fourth Raikage inherited the position from his deceased father. The Raikage is known for their strong determination to protect the village and its people, as well as their pride. They work from a prominent blue structure within Kumogakure. Throughout Kumogakure's history, the first four Raikage were named A, and each had a tag-team partner named B, who supported and defended the Raikage. List of Raikage First

The leader of Kirigakure, known as the Mizukage, is considered the most powerful shinobi in the village. Throughout Kirigakure's history, there have been six individuals who have taken on the role of Mizukage. Overview The position of Mizukage was established when Kiri was founded by Byakuren, who became the village's first leader. The Mizukage is chosen based on their strength, regardless of age. The Mizukage's building, marked with the kanji for "water," is the prominent landmark in Kirigakure. Throughout history, the Mizukage's authority has had a significant impact on political and military matters in Kiri. The first four Mizukage governed with secrecy, internal politics, and limited interaction with other villages. However, the Fifth Mizukage introduced reforms that improved diplomatic relations with other villages. List of Mizukage First Mizukage Byakure was the First Mizukage who founded Kirigakure in the Land of Water. Second Mizukage Gengetsu Hōzuki w

The Kazekage is the leader of Sunagakure and holds the title of Village's leader. This position is given to the strongest shinobi in the village. Throughout the village's history, there have been five Kazekage. Overview The Kazekage position was established in Suna after the village's formation by Reto. The selection process for the Kazekage is not explicitly mentioned, but it is suggested that it may be hereditary or favor relatives of the Fourth Kazekage. If the current Kazekage dies or goes missing, the Suna Council chooses the next Kazekage. Once in office, the Kazekage typically moves to the Kazekage's Office. Throughout history, the Kazekage have been both feared and respected for their role in maintaining Suna's position among the other villages. However, the Kazekage title is often seen as cursed, as all the Kazekage, including the current one, have met untimely deaths by assassins. The Suna Council manages the village's affairs in the interim between Ka

The Hokage is the leader of Konohagakure, also known as the Fire Shadow. This position is given to the village's strongest shinobi. Throughout the history of the village, there have been a total of seven Hokage. Overview The Hokage position in Konoha was created by Hashirama Senju, one of the village's founders. While Hashirama intended for Madara Uchiha to become the Hokage, the villagers chose Hashirama as the First Hokage instead. This decision caused concern for Madara, who feared the Senju clan's influence on the office. However, all subsequent Hokage have had a connection to Hashirama. The Hokage typically selects their successor, but if they cannot fulfill their duties, the next Hokage is chosen by the Land of Fire's daimyō with input from the Konoha Council, Jōnin Commander, and an Anbu representative. The Hokage's inauguration is a significant event, and they receive a ceremonial haori embroidered by the same person for all seven Hokage. They live in the Ho