Within the intricate world of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto, an elite group of shinobi stood apart for their sheer power and influence. The group went by the name of the Akatsuki. From the shadows ...

When Masashi Kishimoto made Naruto, the creator didn’t short the franchise out of villains. The series has housed a wide range of baddies, but few have been as popular at the Akatsuki members. And, ...

The Akatsuki, a group of rogue ninja in Naruto, embodies real-world reasons for conflict, from revenge and profit to loyalty and the pursuit of peace. Each member's tragic backstory, rooted in ...