Daibutsu
CharacterDaibutsu is a member of the first incarnation of Akatsuki, back when the group fought as idealists rather than criminals. Loyal and near-silent, he stood with Yahiko's cause and ultimately lost his life in a failed bid to bring down Tobi.
Appearance
With his shaved head, broad ears, and a wart set just above his narrow eyes, Daibutsu calls to mind the great Buddha statues that dot the buildings of Amegakure. His eyes carry a tan colouring, and his lips are notably wide.
Personality
Daibutsu says almost nothing. His manner is calm and reserved, and he tends to answer his leader Yahiko with little more than a nod.
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Abilities
In a fight Daibutsu relies on a staff and a heavy club, which he pairs with Water Release. Forming the necessary seals, he can shape the water into methods such as the Water Prison and steer it as he pleases. He once joined forces with Kyusuke to take on Tobi and Zetsu, but the effort came to nothing, and a later attempt on Tobi's life cost him his own.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Daibutsu in Naruto?
Daibutsu is a member of the original incarnation of Akatsuki, the idealistic group led by Yahiko before it became a criminal organization. Calm and nearly silent, he stayed loyal to Yahiko's cause and died attempting to kill Tobi.
What does Daibutsu look like?
Daibutsu has a shaved head, broad ears, and a wart above his narrow, tan colored eyes, along with notably wide lips. His features are often compared to the great Buddha statues found around Amegakure.
What abilities does Daibutsu have?
In battle Daibutsu fights with a staff and a heavy club alongside Water Release techniques, including the Water Prison, which he can shape and steer at will. He once teamed up with Kyusuke to face Tobi and Zetsu, though the attempt failed.
How did Daibutsu die?
Daibutsu died during a later attempt on Tobi's life, an effort that cost him his own life.
What is Daibutsu's personality like?
Daibutsu says almost nothing and carries himself with a calm, reserved manner, typically responding to his leader Yahiko with little more than a nod.
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Rights holders
- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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