Kage
CharacterKage is an Anbu of Konohagakure whose codename, meaning 'shadow', suits his knack for closing on a target unseen. Assigned to guard the Fifth Hokage, he surfaces mainly when his file is passed to Orochimaru as a token of goodwill.
Appearance
Kage wears the standard Anbu outfit, flak jacket included, and slings a sword across his back as many of the corps do. Dark eyes sit below short brown hair that falls toward the left over his forehead protector.
Personality
He is characterised as a dependable operative, the sort who sees every mission through to the end. His records place him within the first cell of the Anbu Corps, and it is his file that Danzō Shimura, by way of Sai, hands to Orochimaru as a gesture of goodwill during the Tenchi Bridge reconnaissance, with Kage himself detailed to protect Tsunade.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Kage mean?
Kage means shadow in Japanese, a fitting codename for this Anbu operative of Konohagakure known for slipping up on targets unseen.
What is Kage in Japanese?
This character's name is written in Japanese as 影 (Kage), meaning shadow, which reflects his stealthy fighting style as an Anbu operative.
Who is Kage in Naruto?
Kage is an Anbu operative of Konohagakure assigned to protect the Fifth Hokage, Tsunade, and is best known for the moment his file is handed to Orochimaru as a gesture of goodwill during the Tenchi Bridge reconnaissance mission.
What is Kage's role during the Tenchi Bridge mission?
During the Tenchi Bridge reconnaissance, Danzo Shimura has Sai pass Kage's file to Orochimaru as a token of goodwill, while Kage himself is detailed to guard Tsunade.
What are Kage's abilities?
Kage is known for approaching targets undetected under cover of night, moving almost like a shadow, and he carries a sword suggesting training in kenjutsu as well.
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