A new type of shinobi is needed, and the clan that has proven itself to be the most effective in this new era is Shikamaru’s Nara Clan.

Coming to the characters, the clan gave Konoha some of the most intelligent shinobi who played a major role in the Fourth Great Shinobi War. Shikaku Nara, father of Shikamaru Nara, served Konoha ...

However, it seems it is the Nara clan taking heat this time around. Recently, Boruto: Naruto Next Generations teased fans with its next episode. Not only did a teaser go live previewing the family ...

This means Shikamaru’s duties are split between two very important jobs, and it seems something is about to shift within the Nara clan forcing him to choose one gig over the other.

Nonetheless, no decision was as controversial as Shikamaru’s new mission for Boruto and Kawaki. The Nara clan leader tasked the Uzumaki brothers with living with Eida once she arrives at Konoha.

This technique allowed the clan members to use their shadow and bind or control their enemies. This technique proved useful for Shikamaru Nara in multiple battle-like situations.