Board Thread:Naruto Discussions/@comment-43403813-20191007194759/@comment-25626003-20191103170059

I thought his reserves were attributed moreso to being an Uzumaki and Kuramas jīnchuriki, the latter of which was a burden moreso than a benefit. It only became a real benefit after Naruto worked extremely hard to earn his cooperation. I only brought Might Guy as an example of someone who became strong through perseverance, not much different from Naruto. Naruto or Sasuke 1 v 1 would’ve likely lost to Juubidara anyways if we’re being honest.

You’re 100% correct on the focus though. I think the whole chosen one aspect started midway through Part 2, after Jiraiya died. The Asura trans migrant plot point only cemented that. It doesn’t bother me any, but I can definitely see how it undercuts Naruto’s character to some extent.