Natori
CharacterNatori is a chunin of Konohagakure stationed at the Konoha Aviary. Known for handling the village's messenger birds, he recognizes the urgency behind an incoming dispatch from Sunagakure during the mission to rescue the Kazekage.
Appearance
The lines curving upward at the outer corners of his eyes stand out as Natori's defining trait. His brown hair is kept short, and he ties his forehead protector bandanna-style. He wears the usual Konoha shinobi attire without the flak jacket, and heavy bandaging is wrapped around his left arm so that birds can land there without hurting him.
Abilities
Among the aviary's personnel, Natori is regarded as exceptional, with speed and precision said to surpass those of his colleagues.
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History
During the effort to recover the captured Kazekage, Natori was on duty in the aviary when a message arrived from Sunagakure carried by Takamaru. Understanding at once that Suna had dispatched its swiftest messenger bird, he immediately summoned a member of the cryptology division. He passed the message to Yurika and remarked that the choice of Takamaru meant something serious had surely taken place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Natori in Naruto?
Natori is a chunin of Konohagakure stationed at the Konoha Aviary, responsible for handling the village's messenger birds.
What role does Natori play during the Kazekage rescue mission?
Natori is on duty in the aviary when a message from Sunagakure arrives carried by the messenger bird Takamaru, and recognizing its urgency, he immediately summons a member of the cryptology division.
What are Natori's abilities?
Natori is regarded as exceptional among the aviary's personnel, with speed and precision said to surpass those of his colleagues in handling messenger birds.
Why does Natori's left arm look different?
Natori wraps his left arm in heavy bandaging so that messenger birds can land on it without being hurt.
Who does Natori pass the Sunagakure message to?
Natori passes the urgent message to Yurika, remarking that Suna's choice to send its swiftest bird, Takamaru, meant something serious had surely happened.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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