Does Naruto have any Kekkei Genkai? Has it been confirmed?

Kekkei Genkai are unique abilities that only a select few possess, making their wielders some of the most powerful characters in the Naruto series. Have you ever wondered if our favorite ramen-loving ninja has one of these special powers himself? 

Well, it’s not a simple yes or no answer. You see, Kekkei Genkai, like the Sharingan, Byakugan, and Wood Release, are typically inherited through bloodlines.

Naruto didn’t inherit any Kekkei Genkai powers when he was born; he got them later on during Naruto Shippuden’s Fourth Great Ninja War arc. When Naruto received the chakra of all nine Tailed Beasts, he gained access to multiple Kekkei Genkai abilities.

Does Naruto have any Kekkei Genkai Has it been confirmed
Rasengan | Source: Fandom

I know you’re itching to learn more about Naruto’s special powers, so let’s dive into the nitty-gritty details of his Kekkei Genkai and see what they’re all about.

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How Many Kekkei Genkai Does Naruto Have?

In the Naruto universe, there are five main chakra types: wind, fire, water, earth, and lightning. Every ninja’s got at least one that they’re naturally good at. But some particular chakra types are only passed down through families – those are the Kekkei Genkai. 

Now, Naruto’s the main character, so you know he would get his hands on those sweet powers one way or another. 

Naruto has three Kekkei Genkai powers under his belt: Magnet Release, Lava Release, and Boil Release. He got these abilities by borrowing the tailed beasts’ power during the Fourth Great Ninja War. 

Explaining All of Naruto’s Kekkei Genkai

I. Lava Release

When a shinobi mixes fire and earth releases, they can use lava release. Unlike other Kekkei Genkai like Ice release or Byakugan, lava release’s appearance varies depending on the user. The first time fans saw Naruto use a Kekkei Genkai was Lava Release, which he got from the Four Tails. 

Naruto combined Lava Release with Rasenshuriken to make it even stronger than before. The new Rasenshuriken was so powerful that it sliced through Madara and the entire God Tree! 

Does Naruto have any Kekkei Genkai Has it been confirmed
Lava Release | Source: Fandom

To create this Rasenshuriken, Naruto uses a lot of chakra and adds the lava release simultaneously; it creates a lava center with wind blades that blow out steam. This allows him to use two different chakra natures simultaneously, making his attack unstoppable.

II. Magnet Release

The Kazekage clan of the Hidden Sand Village are pros in Magnet Release. It’s a Kekkei Genkai that merges wind and earth chakra natures to make a brand-new one. With this power, they can create a magnetic force field and attach it to objects.

Naruto has Magnet Release thanks to the chakra of the One-Tailed Beast, Shukaku. He uses it mainly as a sealing jutsu that traps the enemy upon impact. But when he combines it with other techniques, like Sage Mode, it’s even more potent.

Does Naruto have any Kekkei Genkai Has it been confirmed
Magnet release | Source: Fandom

Naruto infused Magnet Release into his Rasengan with Shukaku’s cursed

seal, which is known to be incredibly powerful. Magnet Release has become one of Naruto’s best moves for a good reason!

III. Boil Release

Naruto got his third Kekkei Genkai from the chakra of Kokuo, the Five Tails, and used it to beat Kaguya Otsutsuki during the Fourth Great Ninja War.

Naruto’s chakra levels get amplified using the Boil Release technique, significantly raising his power and speed. He can use this technique multiple times without any negative consequences, as seen in his fight against Kaguya. 

Does Naruto have any Kekkei Genkai Has it been confirmed
Boil release | Source: Fandom

But what’s really cool is that Naruto’s Boil Release isn’t just used for

physical enhancements. He can combine it with other techniques, showing off his mad chakra control skills.

Naruto can use the Rasenshuriken and stack sage chakra and Boil Release, creating a deadly attack. It’ll cause intense pain to anyone unlucky enough to get hit.

Can Naruto Use Kekkei Genkai After Losing Kurama?

We haven’t seen Naruto use his Kekkei Genkai since Kurama passed away, but that doesn’t necessarily mean he can’t use them anymore.

As long as Naruto can tap into the chakra of the Tailed Beasts, he should still be able to access the power of all his three Kekkei Genkai. He lost the power of Kurama, but he may still have contact with the other Tailed Beasts.

Does Naruto have any Kekkei Genkai Has it been confirmed
Tailed Beast Rasenshuriken | Source: Fandom

However, there’s a slight possibility that losing Kurama might have cut off Naruto’s communication with the other Tailed Beasts. If that’s the case, he might have lost his Kekkei Genkai altogether.

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About Naruto

Naruto is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto. Its publication began on September 21, 1999, and continued till November 10, 2014, in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump. The manga has collected 72 volumes in tankōbon format.

Naruto Shippuden is Part II of the anime series, which follows an older Naruto as he attempts to save his friend Sasuke while at the same time – addressing the looming threat of the criminal organization – Akatsuki – who are targeting him for their grander scheme.

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