Danzo Shimura, one of Naruto's most despicable characters, might have been indirectly responsible for saving the protagonist.

Naruto underwent grueling training on Mount Myboku, where he learned to become one with nature itself and perfectly balance ...

Offering a solid mix of character development, worldbuidling, and exciting new power-ups, Naruto's training arcs are some of the best in anime.

Not only did he find a way to commune with Kurama, but he eventually harnessed the bijuu's powers in one of the climatic fights of Naruto Shippuden. He also gains the title of "Sage of Six Paths ...

Naruto's abilities are put to the test when he loses his most powerful form - the Sage of Six Paths cloak.