Highlights
- The Allied Shinobi Forces formed to counter Akatsuki threat in the 4th Shinobi War.
- 80,000 troops united under Raikage A's command to protect Naruto Uzumaki and Killer B.
- Divisions like Long-Range Battle and Intelligence played critical roles in their victory.
The Allied Shinobi Forces were a union formed between the five great Shinobi nations and one samurai clan to stand united against the Akatsuki in the looming 4th Shinobi World War in Naruto World. Realizing the immense threat posed by Akatsuki's plan to extract the tailed beasts, the leaders of the lands came together at a Kage summit. After Tobi declared war on the nations for refusing to hand over the jinchūriki Naruto Uzumaki and Killer B, the shinobi forces joined as one to defend themselves.
Under the command of the Raikage, the Allied Shinobi Forces pooled together their collective military power. Wearing forehead protectors bearing the kanji for "Shinobi," the shinobi of different villages unified as a single army. Dividing their forces into battle regiments and support divisions, they strategized at their headquarters base located near Kumogakure. With over 80,000 shinobi and samurai ready to fight as one, the Allied Forces were prepared for the coming conflict.
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The Formation of the Allied Shinobi Forces
The Origins of Allied Might
The alliance was first proposed at the Kage Summit, which took place between the leaders of the five great Shinobi nations: the Tsuchikage, Raikage, Mizukage, Hokage, and Kazekage. This summit was called in response to Akatsuki's declared intent to capture the jinchuuriki Naruto Uzumaki and Killer B, the hosts of the Nine-Tailed Fox and Eight-Tails, respectively. When Akatsuki member Tobi revealed their plans, the five kage and the head of the Land of Iron, Mifune, refused to hand over the jinchuuriki. In retaliation, Tobi declared the start of the Fourth Shinobi World War.
Seeing the threat Akatsuki posed in capturing all nine Tailed Beasts and utilizing their powers with the mysterious "Eye of the Moon Plan," the leaders agreed they would need to stand united to face this threat. On the suggestion of Mifune, Raikage A was selected to serve as the Supreme Leader of the newly formed Allied Shinobi Forces. This marked the official unification and formation of the allied Shinobi nations to fight together in the looming world war.
The Composition and Structure of the Allied Shinobi Forces
The Shinobi Union Takes Shape
The Allied Shinobi Forces were composed of the collected militaries of the Land of Lightning, Water, Earth, Wind, and Fire, as well as the samurai forces of the Land of Iron. It is estimated that at full strength, the Allied Shinobi Forces numbered around 80,000 troops, including both shinobi and samurai soldiers.
To best utilize their forces, the Allied Shinobi Forces established a formal command structure. Below Raikage A as Supreme Leader, key positions included Gaara of the Sand serving as Regimental Commander of the entire force. Five separate divisions were formed within the Great Battle Regiment section, each led by a respected Kage-level Shinobi commander.
In addition, four Supporting Divisions were established for logistical support, medical aid, intelligence, and sensory functions. These divisions were headed by captain-level shinobi like Shizune, Inoichi Yamanaka, and Ao. Strategic planning was overseen by the renowned Nara clan strategist, Shikaku, who served as Chief Strategist at Allied Forces headquarters.
Through this organized structure, the vast armies of the five great nations and the Land of Iron were unified into a cohesive Allied Shinobi Force capable of countering the looming threat of Akatsuki and Madara Uchiha's armies. Morale was strengthened as all soldiers wore a common Allied forehead protector instead of distinctive village symbols, showing their unity of purpose.
The Divisions of the Allied Shinobi Forces in Action
Mighty Divisions Ready to Duel
Once fully formed and deployed, the different divisions of the Allied Shinobi Forces all played distinct roles on the massive battlefields of the Fourth Shinobi World War. Here's a brief overview of some of the key divisions:
- The Short-Range Battle Division (Commander: Kitsuchi) focused on intensive close-combat techniques like earth release.
- Mid-Range Battle Division (Commander: Darui) specialized in ranged lightning and water ninjutsu for mid-battlefield support.
- The Special Battle Division (Commander: Mifune) contained elite samurai forces skilled in sword arts and quick maneuvers.
- The Long-Range Battle Division (Commander: Gaara) capitalized on powerful sand and force-multiplication abilities.
- Intelligence Division (Captain: Inoichi) gathered vital intel on enemies’ movements using Mind Transfer Jutsu.
- The Medical Division (Captain: Shizune) established mobile hospitals and medical outposts on the field.
Working in close coordination, led by talented leaders, these Allied Shinobi Forces divisions combined their strengths to outmaneuver Akatsuki’s forces in many of the 4th War’s biggest battles. Their diversified skills proved crucial to the ultimate victory.
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The Allied Forces Face Unprecedented Threats
Facing Hidden Horrors Together
As the rivals clashed in the Fourth Great Ninja War, the Allied Shinobi Forces found themselves facing unknown dangers from the group Akatsuki and their mysterious leader Tobi. One alarming menace came when Tobi harnessed the Ten-Tails’ immense chakra to launch devastating Tailed Beast Balls. The most destructive strike directly hit and demolished the Allies’ headquarters near Kumogakure Village. From the intelligence gathered, over half of the 80,000-strong army was lost in just the first day of combat.
Another looming threat was the true goal Tobi sought: to ensnare the entire planet in an eternal illusion known as the Infinite Tsukuyomi using the Eye of the Moon Plan. To counter this, the Allied Forces redoubled their efforts to find and contain Tobi before he could actualize his plot. They eventually succeeded thanks to Naruto Uzumaki engaging Tobi in combat after unmasking his true identity as Obito Uchiha. In the climactic battle, Naruto was able to overcome Tobi and ensure the Infinite Tsukuyomi would not be initiated.
Peacekeeping after the Fourth Great War
Peace Through Continued Friendship
With the fall of Tobi and Akatsuki, the Fourth Shinobi World War came to an end. However, the Allied Shinobi Forces continued to play an important peacekeeping role in the post-war period. They transitioned into a more permanent collective defense alliance called the Shinobi Union. This allowed even smaller villages to join as equal members and strengthened international cooperation.
The Shinobi Union faced challenges like defending against lunar attacks from Ōtsutsuki clan member Toneri. They proved resilient thanks to their continued unity. In later peacetime, the Union saw new technological advances and growing prosperity as trade between the five great nations flourished. Under Shinobi Union leadership, the nations entered a new era of cooperation and understanding, showing how the Allied Shinobi Forces ideology of united strength continued impacting the Narutoverse for years after their formation.
Naruto is available to stream on Crunchyroll.
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Naruto
A popular shonen anime based on Masashi Kishimoto's manga, Naruto follows its eponymous shinobi's journey as he goes from his town's outsider to its hero.
- Release Date
- October 2, 2002
- Creator
- Masashi Kishimoto
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll , Hulu , Netflix , YouTube
