New Naruto Art Proves Just How Great The Series’ First Main Villain Truly Was With Jaw-Dropping Results

Naruto Has many great and memorable characters in the series who died too soon and Haku is one of them. Haku is introduced in the Land of Waves arc and is the first villain in the series who works alongside Zabuza, a mercenary ninja known as “Demon of the Hidden Mist” who is also one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. Although Haku met a short and tragic end in the series, he still left a lasting impression, not only as a villain, but as a character with an attached story.

A recent artwork of Haku created by Naofaro on X perfectly captures the essence of who Haku really is and proves why he remains such an unforgettable character in Naruto. The artwork serves as a reminder of his greatness, highlighting how he stood not only for his skill in battle, but for the depth of his emotions and loyalty. Haku’s character continues to resonate with fansAnd the artwork is a testament to his enduring legacy in the series.

Naruto’s Haku is a complex character

Haku’s tragic backstory led to him becoming Zabuza’s ultimate weapon

The artwork beautifully captures Haku’s duality through lighting and details. On one side, Haku is unmasked and bathed in softer, lighter colors, symbolizing his gentle nature and kindness. On the other hand, reflected in the ice mirror, darker colors are used, and its reflection is blood-curdling, representing both his Ice Kekei Genkai and his Ice Kekei Genkai. The dark, tragic side of his life as a shinobi. The contrast between light and dark perfectly encapsulates the complexity of Haku’s character.

Haku grew up peacefully but became hated when his Kekei Genkii was discovered. His own father even hates him and gathered a group of people to kill Haku out of fear that those who possess Kekei Genkai abilities would only generate more violence. Haku became a son-in-law before meeting Zabuza, who makes him his weapon. Believing this was his only purpose in life now, Haku diligently served as Zabuza’s weapon, though deep down he did not want to kill or was great.

Haku and Zabuza’s tragic end was a heartbreaking reflection of loyalty and sacrifice

Haku died without knowing that Zabuza loved him

While talking with Naruto, Haku shares that his only dream in life is to fulfill Zabuza’s dream. Haku shares with Naruto that Zabuza is the only person that matters to him, so he will even become a shinobi for him, even though he said being a shinobi is hard. The love and loyalty that Haku has for Zabuza is finally proven when he sacrifices himself as a human shield to protect Zabuza from Kakashi’s Chidori Jutsu.

At first, Zabuza seemed unfazed about Haku’s death, but Naruto’s speech about how Haku lived for him reached his cold heart. Zabuza understood how much Haku really meant to him and acknowledged that Haku was too kind and gentle for the harsh world they lived in. Haku Never heard how Zabuza felt about him but their bond is one of the most heartbreaking and unforgettable in Naruto.

Source: Naofaro on X