Board Thread:Versus Debates/@comment-27233105-20160130092635/@comment-5936871-20160214012443

@Quaking Cause it's inconsistent, if Itachi can react to and block a ligtning bolt he'd be called an invincible God who is untouchable and can react to and dodge any and every single attack from every character in the series. Yet he is known for his Sharingan and genjutsu mastery rather than his physical prowess. Itachi has never shown any reaction speed at that level ever again, so it was PIS.

Cause Hebi Sasuke is slower than several other characters later on in the series and several other characters (including Minato) could do the same thing if not even better? How does planning steps ahead help him against an opponent he literally has no counter against? Especially in this scenario with Yin Kurama on Minato's side? Itachi even openly admitted himself later on in life that he made some terrible decisions and had other alternatives that he could have tried. It doesn't matter how smart you are when you're completely outclassed in every way, especially against another opponent who's intelligent, tactical, and strategic as well.