Naruto and Wood Style: The Enigma of Hashirama's Cells

The question of whether Naruto Uzumaki can use Wood Style jutsu has intrigued fans since he received Hashirama Senju's cells in his right arm. In can Naruto use Wood Style now that he has Hashirama's cells? we'll explore the possibilities and explore the complexities of his unique abilities.

Background and Context

As of my last knowledge update in August 2023, Naruto Uzumaki does possess Hashirama Senju's cells in his right arm, as part of the events during the Fourth Great Ninja War. However, he has not demonstrated the use of Wood Style techniques, unlike characters such as Danzo Shimura, who can access this specific kekkei genkai.

Danzo Shimura could use Wood Style because he had multiple Sharingan and Hashirama's cells implanted in his body, allowing him to activate this unique ability. In contrast, Naruto primarily utilizes his own unique abilities, derived from the Sage of the Six Paths and his status as a Jinchuriki. His powers focus on chakra manipulation, Tailed Beast transformations, and Sage techniques, rather than specific Wood Style jutsu.

Understanding Wood Style

Wood Style is a kekkei genkai that combines Earth and Water nature, requiring the user to be the Ashura reincarnation to access Yang nature, which provides vitality and the ability to create life, transforming earth and water into living trees.

There are three evidence points that suggest Naruto might have Yang release:

First, he is the latest Ashura reincarnation. Secondly, as a Jinchuriki, he possesses chakra from all the other Tailed Beasts, which were created by Hagoromo through the combination of Yin and Yang nature. Thirdly, during the Great War, when Naruto was using Kurama's mantle, he would create living trees by physically contacting White Zetsu clones, which are made with Hashirama's cells.

Despite these points, it is unclear if Naruto is currently capable of using Wood Style. His primary natural chakra nature is Wind, and there have been no clear indications that he can manifest Wood Style abilities.

Why Madara and Obito Can Use Wood Style

Many fans ask, “but how come Madara and Obito were able to use Wood Style? This is a common misunderstanding. Obito did not use Wood Style; it was Guruguru Tobi, who later appeared during the war, who used the Thousand Hands technique.

Madara, on the other hand, has access to all five nature elements, including Wood. This makes him exceptionally powerful, but it does not necessarily mean he can transfer this ability to Naruto in the current storyline.

Theoretical Possibilities

While we wait for further developments in the Naruto series, it is theoretically possible that Naruto might one day be able to use Wood Style. This would require a significant shift in his chakra nature, possibly through further reincarnation or other unforeseen plot twists.

Conclusion

In summary, Naruto has Hashirama's cells and shows potential for Yang release, yet he has not demonstrated the ability to use Wood Style techniques. His unique abilities remain distinct from those who can naturally use this kekkei genkai. Fans will have to stay tuned for future episodes to see if and how Wood Style might factor into Naruto's power progression.