Tamae
CharacterTamae is an elderly woman living in the Hidden Leaf and the grandmother of Tami. Her instinct to shield her granddaughter placed her in danger during Pain's devastating attack on the village.
Appearance
Tamae is a small, aging woman whose light-brown hair reaches her neck, a portion of it gathered into a modest bun toward the back. Her eyes are dark, and she dresses in a white apron-style frock layered over a long-sleeved shirt.
Personality
Warmth guides Tamae's choices. Rather than save only herself when a monstrous summon bore down, she broke off her flight to reach her grandchild, putting the girl's safety ahead of her own escape.
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History
When Pain struck Konoha, Tamae and her granddaughter Tami ran to escape the destruction. Tami stumbled, and a colossal centipede conjured by the invader turned on the pair. Sakura Haruno reached them in time, felling the creature with a single strike before tending to the scrape Tami had suffered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tamae in Naruto?
Tamae is an elderly woman living in the Hidden Leaf and the grandmother of Tami.
What happened to Tamae during Pain's attack on Konoha?
Tamae and her granddaughter Tami fled a colossal centipede summoned by Pain's Animal Path, and Tamae broke off her own escape to shield Tami until Sakura Haruno killed the creature.
What does Tamae look like?
Tamae is a small, aging woman with light-brown hair gathered partly into a bun, dark eyes, and a white apron-style frock over a long-sleeved shirt.
What is Tamae's personality like?
Tamae is guided by warmth, choosing to reach her grandchild rather than save only herself when danger closed in.
Who is Tamae related to in Naruto?
Tamae is the grandmother of Tami.
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Rights holders
- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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