Giant Insect
CharacterThe Giant Insect is the personal summon of Shino Aburame, a hulking bug he calls on for transport and rescue. Big enough to seat its rider on its head, it flies with ease even after plunging fully underwater.
Appearance
The creature wears a red hide broken up by a yellow band across its middle. Its black head is broad enough for Shino to sit atop while it carries him aloft.
Abilities
Flight is where the insect excels. It can be dragged completely beneath the surface of the water and still climb back into the sky without trouble, hauling as many as three riders along with it.
History
During the Academy Arc of the New Era, Boruto Uzumaki and Mitsuki began to sink and drown after pulling Shino free of the Nue's possession. Shino answered by summoning this beast, which burst up out of the water with the pair in tow and set them down safely on solid ground. The insect closely echoes the unfamiliar species Shino once dreamed of finding while trapped in the Infinite Tsukuyomi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who summons the Giant Insect in Naruto?
The Giant Insect is the personal summon of Shino Aburame, a hulking bug he calls on for transport and rescue.
What does the Giant Insect look like?
The Giant Insect wears a red hide broken up by a yellow band across its middle, with a black head broad enough for Shino to sit atop while it carries him aloft.
What can the Giant Insect do?
The Giant Insect excels at flight. It can be dragged completely underwater and still climb back into the sky without trouble, hauling as many as three riders along with it.
When does the Giant Insect appear in Boruto?
During the Academy Arc, the Giant Insect appears after Boruto Uzumaki and Mitsuki begin drowning while pulling Shino free of the Nue's possession. Shino summons the insect, which bursts out of the water and carries them to safety.
What inspired the Giant Insect's design?
The Giant Insect closely echoes an unfamiliar species Shino once dreamed of finding while trapped in the Infinite Tsukuyomi.
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