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As a sequel to Masashi Kishimoto’s masterpiece,Borutohas been at the epicenter of criticism. The series is criticized in more ways than one. Be it animation or bland visuals, fans left no stone unturned to take their dig at the sequel.
WithTwo Blue Vortex, however, tides are slowly turning for good. The series is moving away from the mangaka’s iconic series. Through its refined style and riveting storyline, it redefined the ninja story. In doing so, the series foreshadowed a major event.
A Reddit theory posited by several fans points to Kishimoto’s foreshadowing of the Hokage’s death. The hero’s death would pave the way for a major shift in the course of the series.
And while it seems trivial, it is sure to leave a major impact on the readers. This also ties well with the symbolism of the vortex in the sequel series.
The profound symbolism behindBoruto: Two Blue Vortex
Borutohas often been subject to immense criticism by readers and viewers. Be it animation or visuals, Mikio Ikemoto has faced backlash for his avant-garde art and illustrations. That is not all considering the constant comparison between the sequel and its precursor.
Although it makes sense, both series are opposites in more ways than one. While the original series outlined a dependency on old power systems, the sequel breaks free from that convention. And there’s more to it.
The series enmeshes old traditions with new generations. While there are traditional power systems, the series is a breakaway from that very criticism. This is especially true with the power-ups and transformations inTwo Blue Vortex.
This, however, is just the beginning of the series’ reclamation of the franchise’s glory. The sequel sets itself apart through its profound symbolism and compelling narratives. It specifically applies to the core idea of the vortex that carries a profound and complex meaning behind it as fans point out.
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Several Redditorspositedtheir explanations behind the series’ metaphor of vortex.
While these are merely speculations, there is a truth to it. Both Uzumaki children are powerful in more ways than one. The surname is translated to whirlpool and both characters belong to one of the greatest clans in the series.
For both vortexes to come to fruition, Kishimoto laid out the biggest sacrifice of his hero. It is highly possible that he foreshadowed the character’s sacrifice at the beginning of the series.
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Masashi Kishimotois taking the reins through his exceptional and impeccable writing. The series is a complete banger in most aspects especially with its element of loss and tragedy. While both series are great in their way, clearly there is no comparison.
Despite being opposites there’s one thing that’s common between the series. That is the core theme of sacrifice, loss, and tragedy. WithNaruto’sdeath, the manga is all set to peak and notch up its storyline. This move ties well with the age-old criticism of the series’ dependency and fixation on old characters. And there’s more to it.
The mangaka’sdecisionto kill off the Seventh Hokage isn’t surprising considering his foreshadowing in the manga. This also applies to Kurama’s death in the anime which triggered most fans into disbelief.
With both Seventh Hokage and Hinata trapped in a dimension, the series confirmed his “death”. It is likely possible that the character might make a comeback. This, however, is uncertain but there’s a catch to it.
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Both characters are currently stuck in a dimension. And while some speculate the seventh Hokage’s death, it isn’t entirely true. All in all, one thing is certain is that his fate will play a pivotal role in shaping the hero’s development.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortexmanga is available for reading on Viz Media.
Himanshi Jeswani
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Himanshi Jeswani is an anime writer at Fandomwire, with her work spanning over 900 articles. Her articles cover shojo, shonen, seinen, and all things beyond. Her interests, however, aren’t limited to simply anime. She has a penchant for exploring different genres of manga, be it horror, yanki, music, and food. She brings out her specialization and expertise in the performing arts through her articles. As a writer, she strives to bridge the gap between the viewers and the medium itself. To her, anime is a revolutionary medium that is capable of creating communities and stories after all.
