Lion-Turtle
CharacterThe Lion-Turtle is a colossal summoned beast bound to the kunoichi Ni, appearing in the film Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Will of Fire. Blending feline and reptilian traits, it fights with fire and steam yet moves too slowly to keep pace with nimble opponents.
Appearance
This summon is an enormous creature that fuses the features of a lion and a turtle. A shaggy green mane hides its face, framed by an orange guard plate pierced on either side, while bold red patterns run across the outer shell. When it bonds with Ni, she rides atop its head with her legs fully fused into the beast.
Abilities
The beast can spew fire from its jaws and vent scalding steam through its nose. Its bulk comes at a cost, though: as Kiba Inuzuka points out, it is sluggish and struggles to answer quick, agile attacks.
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History
Ni calls on the Lion-Turtle to take on Team Kurenai. She later fuses with the creature through the Chimera Technique, but the merged pair is brought down by Shino Aburame's kikaichu insects. The summon reappears in the game Naruto Mobile, where Hiruko calls it out to fuel his strongest assault, unleashing a stream of flame; it also joins Ni's mightiest move, though that version falls short of Hiruko's. A profile in that game names the beast Genbu and calls it a lion demon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the turtle in Naruto?
The Lion-Turtle is a colossal summoned beast bound to the kunoichi Ni, appearing in the film Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Will of Fire. It blends feline and reptilian traits and fights with fire and steam.
Who summons the Lion-Turtle?
The Lion-Turtle is summoned by the kunoichi Ni, who later fuses with the creature through the Chimera Technique, riding atop its head with her legs fused into the beast. It also reappears in the game Naruto Mobile summoned by Hiruko.
What abilities does the Lion-Turtle have?
The Lion-Turtle can spew fire from its jaws and vent scalding steam through its nose. Its bulk comes at a cost, though, as Kiba Inuzuka points out that it is sluggish and struggles against quick, agile attacks.
What happens when Ni fuses with the Lion-Turtle?
When Ni fuses with the Lion-Turtle through the Chimera Technique, the merged pair is ultimately brought down by Shino Aburame's kikaichu insects during their fight with Team Kurenai.
What is the Lion-Turtle also known as in Naruto Mobile?
In the game Naruto Mobile, a profile names the Lion-Turtle beast Genbu and calls it a lion demon. There it fuels Hiruko's strongest assault with a stream of flame.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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