Itachi Uchiha

Itachi Uchiha is a prodigy of Konohagakure's Uchiha clan in Naruto Shippuden. Publicly known as the criminal who massacred his clan and joined Akatsuki, he secretly acted under village orders to prevent a coup and spared only his younger brother Sasuke.

Itachi Uchiha behind the clan massacre

Calm, self-sacrificing, and emotionally isolated, Itachi accepts hatred to protect Konoha and Sasuke. His greatest failure is believing he must control Sasuke's path through trauma rather than trusting him with the truth.

The Sharingan, Akatsuki, and his sacrifice for Sasuke

Itachi uses the Sharingan, Tsukuyomi, Amaterasu, Susanoo, genjutsu, and exceptional tactical skill. His final battle and later reincarnation reveal the massacre's political context and allow him to express unconditional love for Sasuke.