What Episode Does Naruto Become Hokage In Boruto
Okay, let's talk about something that's been bugging me. When does Naruto, our favorite knucklehead ninja, officially become Hokage in Boruto? It's a loaded question!
The "Official" Answer (and Why It's Wrong)
Most sources will tell you it's around episode 18 of Boruto. Seems straightforward, right? We see the ceremony, the hat, the whole shebang.
But here's my unpopular opinion: Naruto never truly becomes Hokage in the way we expect in Boruto. Don't @ me!
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He's Hokage... But Is He Really?
Think about it. Naruto's reign is immediately plagued with issues. He's overworked. He's got shadow clones doing most of the work. Sleep deprived!
He's more of a figurehead, a symbol, than an active leader. Is that what we envisioned for our hero? I think not!
The Real Hokage: Shadow Clones Unite!
Let's be honest, Naruto's shadow clones are the true MVPs of his Hokage era. They're attending meetings, signing documents, and probably even doing the paperwork. Poor Guy!
Naruto is more like a project manager delegating tasks. It's efficient, sure, but it lacks the personal touch. It lacks the Naruto we know and love.
The Desk of Doom: A Hokage's Worst Enemy
The biggest obstacle to Naruto being a good Hokage is the dreaded desk. Mountains of paperwork, endless meetings, and political maneuvering.
It's the antithesis of everything Naruto stands for. Remember, he wants to connect with people! It seems like he hates paperwork, just like us!
A Missed Opportunity?
Boruto had a chance to really explore what it means for Naruto to transition from a ninja to a leader. They sort of glossed over it.
Instead, we got a Naruto who's constantly apologizing for being late and a workaholic. Relatable, yes, but still a bit sad. Did he even get to eat ramen?!
When Could He Have Become Hokage?
Maybe after the events of the Momoshiki arc? Perhaps after resolving some of the internal conflicts within the village? I am not sure.
There were definitely moments where Naruto could have stepped up and truly embraced the role. Instead, he's perpetually stuck in "overwhelmed dad" mode. Poor Naruto!
My Hot Take (Brace Yourselves!)
Here's my truly unpopular opinion: Naruto doesn't become Hokage until he finally learns to balance his duties with his family. Until he finds a way to connect with the village on a deeper level, beyond just signing off on paperwork.
Until he figures out how to be both a leader and a father. Maybe that's something that only happens much later, or maybe... it hasn't happened yet.
So, What's the "Real" Answer?
The "official" answer is episode 18. But the true answer? It's complicated. It's ongoing. It's a reflection of the struggles of leadership, family, and the never-ending quest to find balance. What do you think?
Maybe, just maybe, Naruto's journey to becoming Hokage is a journey that never truly ends. That would be ironic.
