Naruto Uzumaki is the titular protagonist of the Naruto series. A loud, energetic, and boisterous young shinobi, Naruto has a sense of humor and determination that never falters. He possesses a strong desire to become the strongest ninja and be recognized as the hero he is known today. Naruto is skilled in many ninja techniques, including his signature Rasengan and his father's Chakra Mode. He has a profound capacity for empathy and will go to great lengths to help and protect his friends. His greatest dream is to gain the recognition of his village and the title of Hokage, overcoming the prejudice he faced because of the Kyuubi inside him. He carries the legacy of the Uzumaki clan, known for their strong life force and sealing abilities, and has a deep bond with his teacher, Iruka Umino, and his best friends, Sasuke Uchiha and Sakura Haruno. Naruto's most formidable opponents include his own inner darkness, the forces of the Akatsuki, and the prejudices of the shinobi world.