Whether through sheer power, strategic brilliance, Boruto has already begun to eclipse the legends who came before him!

SUMMARY

While Naruto and Sasuke are indeed powerful, Boruto may defeat them in a hypothetical battle.
As the power scaling in Boruto series is very straightforward, Boruto now hold immense might that surpasses his predecessors.
Whether it’s Karma seal, Jougan, or Uzuhiko Rasengan; Boruto’s power now goes beyond any dojutsu user.

Spoiler Alert !!!
This article contains certain spoilers from Boruto manga.

The transition from Naruto to Boruto: Naruto Next Generations has been an emotional rollercoaster for fans. As the torch passed from Naruto Uzumaki to Boruto Uzumaki, debates have always erupted over the generational power shift. Thus, it leads to a difficult question: could Boruto, a character still growing into his role as a protagonist, surpass his father, Naruto, and mentor, Sasuke?

Naruto, Sasuke, and Boruto | Credit: Studio Pierrot

The answer actually lies in the storytelling direction of Boruto itself. The power scaling in the Boruto series has been pretty straightforward. Thus, It’s no accident that the series’ title spotlights the younger Uzumaki; this is his era, and with the introduction of Karma and Jougan, Boruto’s potential feels limitless. So, how could a hypothetical battle between Naruto, Sasuke, and Boruto unfold? Let’s delve deeper into how Boruto can potentially outpower Naruto and Sasuke in three different ways!

1. Naruto, Sasuke vs. Boruto: Karma’s Absolute Power

One of the ways Boruto’s battle against Naruto and Sasuke would change dynamics is when Boruto activates his Karma seal. Karma, granted to him by Momoshiki Otsutsuki, gives him access to immense chakra reserves, near-infinite stamina, and heightened combat abilities. When Karma’s powers are fully activated, Boruto becomes a hybrid of a unique shinobi and Otsutsuki dominance.

When facing Jigen in their prime, Naruto and Sasuke demonstrated the highest level of strategy and coordination. Sasuke’s Rinnegan gave him dominion over time and space, while Naruto’s Baryon Mode allowed him to deal devastating strikes to the whole universe.

Boruto’s Karma stage 2 | Credit: Viz Media

However, even these powerful forms could be overpowered by the combination of Boruto’s natural abilities and Karma. Boruto’s quick adaptability and mastery of the Otsutsuki’s techniques make him unpredictable. Naruto and Sasuke’s reliance on even transformations like Sage of Six Paths Mode and Perfect Susanoo would face a counter in Karma’s ability to absorb chakra-based attacks.

2. Boruto’s Jougan: Unlocking New Dimensions of Power

Though not fully explored in the series yet, Boruto’s Jougan could be the trump card that seals Naruto and Sasuke’s fate. This mysterious dojutsu, seemingly tied to the Otsutsuki, goes far beyond the previously known three great dojutsu; Sharingan, Byakugan, and Rinnegan.

Its hinted potential includes dimensional manipulation and energy detection on a higher scale. In this scenario, Boruto could activate Jougan alongside Karma, achieving a form that surpasses even Momoshiki’s power. Jougan’s ability to see weak points and dimensional rifts would leave Sasuke’s Rinnegan and Naruto’s sensory skills struggling to keep up.

Naruto and Sasuke’s famous tactics, like Shadow Clone deception or coordinated Chidori-Rasengan combos, would be rendered ineffective if Boruto combined this with advanced ninjutsu and Otsutsuki techniques.

3. Uzuhiko: Boruto’s Game-Changing Technique

This hypothetical battle will drastically change its trajectory if Boruto can successfully activate Uzuhiko against both Naruto and Sasuke. This immensely powerful technique Boruto used to dominate Code, and it is deemed one of his most overpowered jutsu. Its destructive potential and versatility make it a decisive weapon in Boruto’s arsenal.

The sheer force of this jutsu, coupled with Boruto’s mastery over Karma, could overwhelm even Naruto and Sasuke at their peak. Uzuhiko’s capacity to deal devastating blows while countering traditional shinobi strategies might force Naruto and Sasuke into a defensive position from the start.

Uzuhiko Rasengan | Credit: Viz Media

Ultimately, Boruto’s connection to the Otsutsuki Clan, combined with the unique powers of Karma and Jougan, now places him in a league that even Naruto and Sasuke struggled to reach.

Naruto and Sasuke were indeed the foundation of an entire generation’s love for anime and manga, but Boruto represents a new era. While the idea of him defeating both of them might be unthinkable to some, it aligns with the natural progression of the series. The baton has been passed, and it’s time for fans to accept that Boruto Uzumaki is now a force of his own.