Despite his physical resemblance to Naruto, Minato's personality was considered by both Jiraiya and Tsunade as the opposite of Naruto's; he was a very humble and collected man. Very perceptive and shrewd… See more

Minato was a tall, fair-skinned man frequently compared to Naruto in physical appearance; both have blue eyes and spiky, blond hair. Minato also had jaw-length bangs framing either side of his face. Minato wa… See more

Minato was one of the most powerful shinobi in history. Since childhood, he showed such prodigious talent, able to save Kushina from two adult Kumo-nin. He was considered by the likes of Jiraiya and A to be unmatc… See more

Pain's Assault
Main article: Pain's AssaultDuring his fight with Pain, Naruto is nearly tempted by the Nine-Tails to remove its seal. This activates the safeguard Minato placed on the seal, causing hi… See more

After Minato died, the Third Hokage reported to the villagers Minato's last request that Naruto be regarded as a hero. Very few were able to separate their hatred of the Nine-Tails from Naruto, prompting the Third t… See more