# Sunagakure Prominent characters of Sunagakure # First Kazekage - Tall Yome - DEAD ## Early Life Tall Yome, an enigmatic figure in the annals of shinobi history, is best known as the visionary founder of [Sunagakure](https://wiki.unlimitedprojectstudio.com/search?term=sp+sungakure). Born in the mountainous region of what was then known as the Land of Wind, Tall's early life laid the foundation for a journey that would shape the destiny of a burgeoning village. He is the last active first generation kage. ## Ancestral Influences Tall's lineage carried the unique blend of water and fire chakra natures, a testament to his diverse heritage. His father, a descendant of the prestigious [Hyuga Clan](https://wiki.unlimitedprojectstudio.com/hyuga-clan), provided him with the fiery essence, while his mother's lineage remained shrouded in mystery with the possession of water chakra. It became apparent from a young age that Tall possessed a prodigious talent for controlling small water particles, prompting questions about his innate abilities. ## The Emergence of a Dōjutsu A pivotal moment in Tall's early life occurred during a cold night when a change manifested in his eyes—a Dōjutsu. This unforeseen awakening marked a turning point, setting the stage for Tall's departure from his parents at the tender age of 10, driven by a quest to understand the true extent of his newfound power. Tall's sojourn into the world of shinobi began with numerous challenges, trials, and tribulations. Living independently from a young age, he displayed an uncanny ability to foresee impending dangers, a talent that guided him through life's adversities. His travels led him to a village in the Land of Fire named 力 \[Power\], where he encountered acceptance and an encounter with an elderly sage named Sēji. ## Enlightenment and Chakra Mastery Under Sēji's tutelage, Tall delved into the intricacies of chakra, honing his control and expanding his understanding of its nuances. His mysterious mentor bestowed upon him profound wisdom, setting the stage for Tall to master his abilities by the age of 14. Determined to unravel the secrets of his power, Tall's journey continued. A pivotal moment occurred when Tall stumbled upon an abandoned tavern housing a tablet titled “偉大なヨメ” (The Great Yome). The inscription revealed a profound message attributing rainfall to Yome's great power, describing them as gods to humanity. This discovery ignited Tall's curiosity and self-reflection, questioning if he, too, was one of the Great Yome. ## Founding of Sunagakure Armed with newfound knowledge about his clan and a sense of purpose, Tall returned to the unforgiving Land of Wind. Unbeknownst to him, the land harbored perilous sandstorms and the formidable creature Shadokumo, a colossal scorpion with venom capable of melting steel. Tall Yome's determination to protect his people propelled him on a perilous journey to confront Shadokumo. Seeking ancient scrolls and consulting wise sages, Tall acquired the knowledge necessary to face the fearsome creature. The epic battle that ensued saw Tall dodging venomous strikes with grace, eventually piercing Shadokumo's vulnerable point in a final, mighty blow. ## Birth of Sunagakure News of Tall Yome's victory spread throughout the Land of Wind, inspiring divided clans to unite under a common banner. Impressed by Tall's courage and strength, clan leaders swore allegiance, forming the village of Sunagakure, meaning "Village Hidden in the Sand." Tall Yome became its first Kazekage, vowing to protect it with his life. ## Village Dreams and Goals Following his triumph, Tall achieved his dream of uniting four clans—Yome, Oribe, Houki, and Kazesuna—creating a flourishing Sunagakure. As the village grew in numbers and strength, Tall Yome's legacy endured, leaving an indelible mark on shinobi history. The tale of Tall Yome's founding of Sunagakure and the legendary battle with Shadokumo inspired future generations to strive for unity, strength, and unwavering resolve in the face of adversity. The great feats of Tall Yome and his Shinobi set the stage for Sunagakure's promising future, prompting reflection on whether Tall Yome would be remembered as one of the greatest leaders in shinobi history. ## Death Tragically, Tall Yome met his untimely demise when he was ambushed by a coalition of 20 Shinobi from the [Iwagakure](https://wiki.unlimitedprojectstudio.com/iwagakure) and [Konohagakure](https://wiki.unlimitedprojectstudio.com/konohagakure) Villages. Despite his formidable skills, he was overwhelmed by the sheer numbers and ferocity of the attackers. His death sent shockwaves through the Sand Village, leaving the people mourning the loss of their beloved leader. Tall Yome's legacy, however, continues to the future generations of Sand Village Shinobi, of which he himself spent many years building. # Second Kazekage - Aetamos Yome - DEAD ## Early Life Not much is known about the early life of Aetamos. ## Land of Mountains While Aetamos was a Chunin, Village Overseer of Sunagakure, Mad Uchiha hosted a training which took place in the maze outside of the Land of Mountains. At first, things were fine. The shinobi faced rogue shinobi and wild bears, which were taken out with ease. A mistake occurred, which was told by Mad Uchiha that they could use chakra. Typically, it is known that using chakra in the maze would upset the inhabitants which reside in the mountains. As the shinobi continued to use chakra to slay the various foes they encountered inside of the maze, a man named "Vi K. Yome" emerged from the opposite entrance. The shinobi scrambled out of the maze, knowing that whatever comes from the mountains means bad news after disobeying their rule on no chakra usage. After a minute, Vi K. told all remaining shinobi in the maze to stand still. Listening to directions, the six remaining shinobi inside of the maze did as told. They were then told to follow Vi K inside the land. All that is known from the event from that point on is only two shinobi returned. The two being Negan Uchiha and Aetamos Yome. Both were interviewed about what happened there, but both shared a distinct fogginess in their memory. The only difference between the two is that Aetamos Yome came out stronger, equaling the strength to that of a Jonin. ## Appointed Kazekage After the death of the first Kazekage, Tall Yome, Aetamos was elected the second. This was based on a note left in Tall's will stating his personal request of allowing Aetamos to be his successor in case he was ever killed. With this note, Mad Uchiha officially recognized Aetamos Yome as the Lord Second, as did the rest of Sunagakure. # Third Kazekage - Aika Yome ## Overview Aika Yome was the Third Kazekage of Sunagakure, alongside the long standing leader of "Sunagarden" - an elite organization that was founded by the First Kazekage. ## Modern History Since 33 V.E. Aika Yome has been Missing, to this day (37 V.E.) it is still currently unknown where she went. # Fourth Kazekage - Massimo Yome - DEAD ## Beginnings Born 10 B.V.E, Massimo Yome was a prodigy born at the prime era of Tall Yome. A charismatic and childish boy, he grew up misunderstanding what it meant to be a part of his heritage. From a young age, Massimo Yome demonstrated exceptional talent, fighting valiantly alongside the forces of Sunagakure. He learned invaluable lessons from Baal Yome and Raul Yome about the heritage and origins of the Yome Clan. Although interested, he became misunderstanding of his heritage and the honor it took shape in. A dishonorable way to act as a Yome. As Massimo grew, his need for battle was almost nonexistent, but unmatched with-in combat. Massimo would be chosen for the Chunin Exams at just the age of 8. Proving himself by first obtaining both scrolls for his team, then winning his one-on-one fight with Akane Uchiha, defeating him in battle easily and being granted the rank of Chunin. Driven by a burning desire to become one of the Great Yomes, Massimo was chosen to participate in the prestigious Land of Iron Jonin Exams. In these trials, he battled against the Kenrai, standing side by side with his closest friend, Kaneva Uchiha (Ringu). During a pivotal moment in the conflict, Massimo saved the life of Blare Yuki, the Shogun's daughter, solidifying his reputation and emerging with newfound power. ## Growing Confidence After the exams, Massimo left Sunagakure to live with Ringu in the Hidden Leaf Village, where he honed his skills, mastering the formidable Total Rage technique. There, he formed strong bonds with his new friends, but tragedy soon struck. Without Massimo’s knowledge, the Leaf Village launched a surprise attack on Sunagakure, leading to the death of his former Kage and mentor. Massimo, torn between grief and anger, found himself at a crossroads. As Massimo ventured, he would stop by The Hokage, and his Assistant for 3 years, learning and heeding lessons taught in a different manner than Sungakure. Massimo would be riddled with confusion about this choice. The situation grew even darker when his new friends and Kage, Rui Hyuga and Zeno Hyuga, fell in battle against a cult. Overwhelmed by confusion and fury, Massimo left the Leaf Village, seeking to rediscover his purpose in Sunagakure and fulfill his dream of becoming a Great Yome. He trained under Mad Uchiha to master the deadly Kickstyle technique and gained further wisdom from the 2nd Kazekage, Aetamos Yome. Along the way, Massimo forged new bonds and mentored young Shinobi in the values of Sunagakure. Yet, fate dealt him another devastating blow when he lost nearly everyone, he held dear, saving only Raiden Yuki from the ruins of their battles. With his heart hardened by loss, Massimo swore to become stronger—to protect his village, his people, and his loved ones. He vowed that the mistakes of the past would never repeat themselves, and that he would never again lose those closest to him. ## The 4th Kazekage Massimo Yome was named the 4th Kazekage after Aika Yome chose to step down following a long and esteemed tenure. Under Massimo's leadership, Sunagakure experienced a period of growth and prosperity. He spearheaded a large rally for the village, promising—and ultimately delivering—a brighter future for the Yome Clan and ensuring that future generations would thrive. His efforts didn't only benefit the Yome; other clans also flourished during his short reign. Massimo worked to restore many expeditions to the Land of Tea, a homeland for many native Sand Clans, further strengthening alliances and ties. Throughout this time, Massimo grappled with the weight of leadership, gradually coming to understand the true cost of loss and the strength that can arise from it. He began to realize the meaning of an honorable death, accepting that sacrifice is often a part of growth. As he grew as an individual, his village did along with it. Sunagarden relevancy was slowly largened, and former enemies were turned friends. Massimo would also partake in a prolonged war with Kirigakure, taking different initative to stop conflict. After what could be percieved as a win for Sungakure, Kirigakure would trade 3 Jonin, for a Shibuki. This would see the return of Pew Uchiha, this began solidifying Massimo, as a Great Kage. Regardless, of his view on being a Great Kage, he had something else he wanted to be a great of. ## A Great Yome In 16 V.E., Sunagakure was attacked preemptively by unknown creatures, terrifyingly powerful and capable of causing massive destruction with nothing more than a roar. These beasts were believed to have come from a foreign land, and despite their overwhelming power, Massimo leaped into the fray. As he fought, he thought of the boy he once was and what he might have said if he could see the man he had become. Massimo held off two of the creatures long enough for reinforcements from neighboring villages to arrive, but the toll of the battle proved too much. He succumbed to his injuries, passing away in 16 V.E. as a Great Yome, having defended his village until his final . . .breath. Brought by Ringu Uchiha, Massimo was buried in the Land of Tea, honoring a truly Great Yome. ![massimo2.png](https://wiki.unlimitedprojectstudio.com/uploads/images/gallery/2026-02/massimo2.png) *Massimo in his office.*
# Fifth Kazekage - Elite Oribe - DEAD ## Early Life Elite Oribe was a distinguished shinobi within Sunagakure, renowned for his selflessness and unwavering dedication to others. He consistently put the lives of others before his own, saving countless individuals in the process. His journey began with intense training under his sensei, Shred Houki, who pushed him to his limits. After completing his Chunin exams, Elite continued to serve Sunagakure with remarkable courage. One of his most notable acts of bravery came when he risked his life to protect Ner Y. Uchiha, a council member of Sunagakure, during a long and brutal battle against forces from the Land of Mountain. Despite Elite's heroic efforts, Ner ultimately succumbed to his injuries. However, Elite’s valiant actions did not go unnoticed. A member of the Sunagarden, known only as "Redacted," honored him with a badge, and upon accepting it, Elite was promoted to Jonin. Shortly after, Elite’s unwavering loyalty was put to the test once more when his comrade, Neptune Yome, found himself in a perilous situation. Without hesitation, Elite put his life on the line to save Neptune. In doing so, Elite was kidnapped and subjected to cruel experiments, resulting in the loss of his arm. Despite the trauma, Elite's resolve remained unbroken. He was eventually rescued by Aki Uchiha, along with shinobi from the Hidden Leaf, Mist, and Sand villages. Elite's courage, sacrifice, and resilience solidified his place as one of Sunagakure's most respected and heroic shinobi. ## The 5th Kazekage After being rescued and fully recovering, Elite Oribe set a new goal for himself: to become a council member and serve his people even more effectively. With determination, he focused on honing his skills and, after a period of intense training to become an HR, he was appointed a council member by Kazekage Shred Houki. Elite made it his personal mission to ensure that Shred Houki did not meet the same tragic fate as Ner Y. Uchiha. He dedicated himself to daily training while also teaching Academy students, earning a reputation as a respected and capable leader within the community. His commitment to the village and its people soon became evident, and it was clear that Elite Oribe was destined to play a pivotal role in Sunagakure’s future. In time, his efforts and leadership qualities propelled him to a position of even greater influence. Elite Oribe eventually became the 7th Kazekage, assuming the mantle of leadership and continuing his work to rebuild and strengthen the village he had always fought for. ## Tales Told Young Shred Houki had a long conversation with Elite, where Elite's dedication to saving and protecting the lives of his villagers earned him the title of Kazekage, bestowed upon him by his sensei. Wanting to relieve the previous Kazekage of some of his burdens, Elite allowed him to take a short vacation. In his place, Elite appointed his closest friend, Prince A, as his assistant. Shortly after, Neptune Yome requested an expedition to the Land of Tea to retrieve a rare crystal he needed. Always eager to help, Elite agreed to the request. However, this decision would soon prove to be a disastrous mistake for Sunagakure. Elite, along with Ghoul Kazesuna, Prince A, and Neptune Yome, set out on what seemed like a simple mission. They ventured into the Land of Tea without permission, an act that unknowingly sealed their fates. After hours of searching, the group found themselves in a remote cave, where the crystal was rumored to reside. But just as they began to investigate, a man appeared. His name was Inaki Tome, and he was furious at the uninvited guests. He gave them an ultimatum: Neptune Yome and Prince A had to fight to the death. If they refused, Inaki threatened to slaughter everyone in the land. Desperate to protect his comrades, Elite offered to sacrifice himself, but Inaki was unmoved by his plea. With no other choice, the group faced a devastating decision, one that would test their loyalty and survival in the face of an unimaginable challenge. Elite was forced to watch helplessly as his closest friend and fellow councilman fought each other. It was a battle he knew was his fault, and he desperately tried to stop them. But Inaki, cold and calculating, silenced him by seizing his tongue, threatening to rip it out if he spoke. Helplessly, Elite could only watch as Prince A was mercilessly killed before his eyes. With the prince's death, a chain of catastrophic events ensued, and the political landscape of the shinobi world was thrown into chaos. The 7th Kazekage, whose actions had indirectly led to the death, became the focal point of the turmoil. Soon, the tension between Iwagakure and the Sand reached a boiling point. Konrad Chinoike, the Tsuchikage, was consumed with fury. He had lost a dear friend in Prince A, and his anger was directed squarely at Elite. His hatred for him grew to such an extent that it sparked an all-out war between the Sand and Iwagakure. In a confrontation that would define the course of history, Konrad stormed into the Kazekage's office, openly disrespecting the legacy of the previous Kazekages. Elite, unable to let this affront stand, fought with everything he had to defend his honor and the honor of the Sand. But despite his best efforts, the battle was unwinnable. In the end, Elite fell to Konrad's overwhelming strength. As the life drained from him, his final words were a quiet, desperate plea: "Shred, go back home... Take them, home." With those words, Elite's legacy ended, but the fight for the future of the shinobi world was far from over. --- # Sixth Kazekage - Aladdin Namikaze ## Birth of a Wise Man Aladdin Namikaze was born in Year 3 BVE, and from the moment of his birth, he exhibited remarkable abilities. Unlike his brothers, Aladdin began reading long before they could, earning him the nickname "the wise one" among them. As he grew, it became evident that he had an exceptional talent for absorbing information more easily than others, a gift that set him apart from his siblings. He soon recognized this ability as a unique skill and used it to master one of his clan’s most prized techniques, the Rasengan. As the eldest, Aladdin always strived to set a good example for his brothers. Judar, who was notably mature for his age, and Nero, whom he also cared for, were both influenced by his guidance. Aladdin had a deep love for reading, which led him to become obsessed with the works of a particular author, Solomon. Through Solomon’s books, he learned that wisdom could be found in all places, shaping his view of the world. Aladdin was raised by his grandfather, Haruki Namikaze, a figure he greatly admired in the absence of his parents. Haruki was the only person Aladdin knew who could wield both the "Flying Raijin" technique and the Odama Rasengan, making him a powerful influence on Aladdin’s growth. ## Leaving the Nest Aladdin and his brothers woke up early for their daily training, fully aware that Avalon was in a dire state. The capital had been destroyed and overtaken by a mysterious force known as the "Calamity," leaving the nation in turmoil. On that very day, a group of shinobi arrived in Avalon, though their exact purpose remained unclear. Haruki, understanding the significant role these shinobi had played in the country's defense, decided it would be best to entrust his grandchildren to their care while he focused on doing what he could to help restore Avalon. Although it pained Aladdin to leave his beloved grandfather behind, he remained mature and composed, accepting the situation with understanding. Aladdin and Judar moved to Sunagakure, where they were placed under the supervision of Mad Uchiha, Mikey Hoshigaki, and Aetamos Yome. Meanwhile, Nero chose to reside in Konohagakure, following his own aspirations of one day becoming Hokage.. ## Dreams to Reality After years of serving as a shinobi, Aladdin had grown to extraordinary heights. He remained kind-hearted, always chasing his ambitions while helping others along the way. As he watched the world evolve with each passing moment, he felt as if it was all a kind of magic. When he learned that Nero had been named Hokage, Aladdin decided to take a two-year trip to Konoha. There, he observed his brother’s leadership and was inspired to follow in his footsteps. Along with Judar, Aladdin vowed that they would not fall behind, both striving to one day become Kage and push their ambitions even further. Upon returning home, Aladdin began to assist his generation as if he were already an experienced leader. He earned the respect of his peers and, even more so, the admiration of his village. When the time came to elect the next Kazekage, Aladdin was the natural choice. After years of dedication and hard work, he achieved his dream and joined his brother Nero in leadership. To his surprise, Judar also rose to the rank of Kage, making it a rare and remarkable sight: all three brothers had become Kage. After sharing his wisdom and teaching all he could, Aladdin stepped down from the title of Kazekage, content with the journey that had led him there. He spent some time in contemplation before deciding on a new goal, one he would keep in his heart as a quiet ambition. With that, he set off once more, seen entering the Land of Mountains, continuing his journey to this day. # Bäal Yome - DEAD ## Early Life [Tall Yome](/search?term=sp+tall), found Bäal in a cave with other refugees separated from the effects of the constant battles and trifles between clans before Tall's reign. He noticed Bäal's chakra seemed to exude and would fluctuate in and out. Despite this, Tall noticing similar features in their chakra, had concluded that Bäal was also a Yome. Tall Yome had taught Bäal about several concepts that have been adopted and are used in our current day, Jutsu, language, writing, Martial arts or Taijutsu. Bäal seemed to pick up fairly quickly, being able to perform Water and Earth jutsu such as Waterfall and Mud Floor 2 days within learning. Tall seeing this talent was amazed. But he was always rubbed weird by the chakra that exuded from Bäal, it seemed like his chakra was struggling to find balance. Along with this, unlike Tall who was able to use his dojutsu quickly and efficiently, Bäal could barely turn on his right eye, it continued to fade in and out. ## That Fated Day Tall, finally having been able to set up all the preparations, was able to take Bäal and the rest of the refugees into what we now know as the [ 'Village Hidden in the Sand'](/search?term=sp+sungakure). Though, something was off, Tall heard screaming, yelling from the cave and rushed over. Everything was set ablaze, not by natural disaster, but by an individual. The fire being emitted was produced by chakra, leaving Tall to quickly look for the culprit. It was three oribe refugees who had followed Tall in pursuit of wiping out Tall for getting ruining the 'cycle of war'., in denial that this state of the Desert would end, they had brought it upon themselves to get rid of every Yome refugee inside that cave. Tall, jumping at them, noticed they were fairly skilled, being at what we now would consider 'Chunin' level. Tall had to make a choice, fight the Oribe, or save escapees but leave the weak to die, he was at a dilemma. In that same second, Tall saw something with his eyes, somebody rushing towards the attackers. They performed flashstep, appearing in front of one of the attackers hitting them with the jutsu 'Waterfall' in the stomach close up. Tall realized it was Bäal, not only that, but both of his eyes seemed to have been activated. He made a decision, and placed his bets on Bäal, running to save the rest of the people in the cave. Bäal conjures earth using 'Earth Gloves' to have more damaging and fatal attacks. With this, he uses Mud Floor slowing down the two Oribe left. He uses 'Earth Spike' going straight through one of the Oribe's left side. Then the final Oribe, throwing out a scorch blast, Bäal runs straight at it, with it hitting. The Oribe's second of relief turns to horror when he sees a whirlpool of water under him. Bäal had performed water predict, hitting the last Oribe with a Rising Wind into a Leaf whirlwind with his Earth Gloves on, being left in a near fatal condition, with his other two comrades, dead. Tall as in shock, he had taught the boy how to perform the jutsu, but his battle sense was unprecedented, he fought as if he had fought many battles before. Seeing Bäal with blood on his hands, saddened Tall heavily, feeling like he had failed a young child. ## Chaotic Theory A few days after this incident, the Sand Village had been officially established, and Tall had began the Sand Villages ranking system. He had given a few shinobi he new that showed strength, the highest title achievable at the time of 'Chunin'. Those being, Vi, Lev, Akira, and Bäal. Bäal had begun to don an eyepatch, constantly saying "it feels right", "it's telling me to", or "something bad will happen if I remove it." Tall summing it up to be mild schizophrenia from his time in the cave. All theorized remarks, with nothing proven. Bäal had also found out him and Vi were brothers through Tall seeing the similarity in their Chakra, hypothesizing they had been separated during the Warring States period most likely shortly after being born. ## From Theory to Reality Bäal, venturing to the Land of Mountains alongside ???, had gone through several trials and tribulations, these trials acted as Catalyst for the day he would remove his eyepatch once more. After several training sessions alongside ???, events fell into play, causing the shinobi to fight Kenzo Kaguya, which Bäal had said himself, was the strongest person he's seen other than Vane and Tall. Getting knocked down several times, getting injured constantly, and the with the final explosion, everything that had led up to this moment were catalysts for Bäal to cause his own growth. He made theory, into reality. Bäal stating when he came from the [Land of Mountains](/search?term=sp+lom), he had newfound “Insight” on the concept of power and truth. # Mikey Hoshigaki - DEAD ## Early Life Mikey was born into the Hoshigaki clan, known for their unique physical traits and water manipulation abilities. From a young age, he was fascinated by the properties of various herbs and plants, leading him to experiment with creating different blends of tea. Driven by his desire to become a high-ranking medic and fueled by his passion for tea-making, Mikey began combining his water-based chakra with his herbal knowledge to create teas with extraordinary effects. His teas quickly gained a reputation for their exceptional quality and unique chakra restoration properties. ## Land of Iron Jonin Exams Mikey Hoshigaki, as a Chunin, with many others was invited to assist in their fight against the Kenrai. Through the tea he made, he established a friendship with the Shogun, Valentine Kurogane. His medical abilities were put to the test during the battle, as he and a few others tended to the wounded amidst the conflict with the Kenrai. He even managed to save the Shogun's life after he was struck down by one of the Kenrai Elite. This act earned him the Samurai's respect, and he was honored with the title, "Friend of the Land," within the Land of Iron. ## Vital Resilience Mikey's medical prowess began to evolve as he emerged from the Land of Mountains, reaching its zenith when his best friend, Musashi Kurogane, was critically wounded under mysterious circumstances known only to those present. Despite Musashi's previous attempt on his life, Mikey didn't hesitate to save him. He thought of nothing but saving his best friend. He channeled all his strength and applied Galaxy Uzumaki's medical technique to Musashi's wounds, ultimately healing him with the help of Dakota Hyuga. Mikey managed to bring Musashi back home to the Land of Iron, but it was all for naught... # Mad Uchiha - DEAD ## Early Life Mad Uchiha was born into war and abandoned by his mother and father. Originally a member of [Konohagakure](konohagakure), he was found on the outskirts of the Land of Fire by [Tall Yome](/search?term=sp+tall), the Kazekage. Taken under Tall Yome's wing, he was trained and shaped into a warrior. Mad and [Baal K. Yome](baal-yome-dead), the son of Tall Yome, quickly formed a strong bond, becoming inseparable. People called them brothers from another mother. Mad Uchiha swore to defend and protect [Sunagakure](/search?term=sp+sungakure) with his life due to the hospitality from Tall Yome and the bond he formed with Baal K. Yome. ## A Promise Mad upheld his promise and continued to defend Sunagakure every day, eliminating anyone who posed a threat to the village. One day, a letter arrived at his doorstep, inviting him to Lord Kazekage's garden. He was named the Sun's Persistence, an honor that only increased his loyalty. A quote he always stuck with was, "It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer.” ## Death Ends a Life, Not a Relationship On a trip to the Land of Tea, shinobi were sent to investigate chakra beasts. Baal K. Yome and Mad Uchiha participated in this mission. Upon finding the beasts, their chakra was disrupted. Baal tapped into his chakra but was killed in the process. Filled with rage and anguish, Mad's eyes evolved into the infamous Mangekyo Sharingan, an ability seen by only three people before him.