Might Guy (マイト・ガイ) is a fictional Japanese character, a Jonin of Konohagakure, a close friend and rival of the Sixth Hokage, and the leader of Team Guy in the Naruto series.
Wiki/Biography
Might Guy was born on January 1 (age Part I: 26–27; Part II: 30–31) in Hidden Leaf Village. His zodiac sign is Capricorn, and his blood type is B. Might guy graduated from the Konoha ninja academy and became a genin. He steadily rose up to the ranks of Chunin and Jonin. In the Naruto storyline, Guy initially failed the entrance exam to Konoha’s Ninja Academy. However, he was given a second chance and was allowed to enter the academy alongside Kakashi. Upon their graduation, Guy was placed on a team led by Chōza Akimichi in the anime. The team participated in Konoha’s Chūnin Exams and successfully advanced to the final stage. Thus, with extremely rigorous hard work, Guy became a Chunin and eventually an elite Jonin of the Konoha Village.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx): 6’0”
Weight: 76 kg
Hairstyle: Short Hair
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Gender: Male
Family
Clan
The specific details about Might Guy’s family background haven’t been revealed in the series.
Parents & Siblings
Might Guy is the son of Might Duy, who was nicknamed the “Eternal Genin” because he never advanced beyond the rank of Genin. During a mission with Genma Shiranui and Ebisu, Guy and his team were attacked by the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. Duy intervened and sacrificed himself by opening all Eight Gates to defeat the Seven Swordsmen. Furthermore, Guy has no siblings, and his mother’s identity is unknown. As a result, Might Duy is the only known relative of Guy.
A picture of Might Duy
Wife & Children
Might Guy did not marry any girl, and chose to focus on inspiring the young generations of his village.
Love Interest – Girlfriend
Might Guy, known for his dedication to martial arts and fierce loyalty, does not have a confirmed romantic love interest in the Naruto series. His focus and passion primarily revolve around his training, his role as a shinobi, and his deep bonds of friendship. Guy is one of those Naruto characters who do not take an interest in women.
Background
Might Guy, also known as Might Duy’s son, is a prominent character in the Naruto series created by Masashi Kishimoto. Hailing from the Hidden Leaf Village, Guy is a highly skilled shinobi and a master of taijutsu, the art of hand-to-hand combat. Despite lacking proficiency in ninjutsu and genjutsu, Guy compensates for it with his extraordinary physical abilities and unyielding spirit.
Born with a naturally strong physique and an unwavering determination, Guy grew up under the tutelage of his father, Might Duy, who instilled in him the philosophy of hard work and perseverance. Guy deeply admired and respected his father, Might Duy, despite the fact that Duy was known as the “Eternal Genin” due to his inability to advance beyond the rank of a genin throughout his entire ninja career. Guy struggled with doubts about the significance of his father’s teachings and whether they held true value in the shinobi world. However, his love for his father and his strong belief in the power of youth and hard work proves that his teachings were not in vain.
Might Duy gives some life lessons to Guy
Guy’s initial lack of talent in ninjutsu and genjutsu prevented him from passing the entrance exam to the Ninja Academy. However, through his sheer determination and relentless effort, Guy eventually became a genin and began his journey as a ninja.
Might Guy gets accepted as an academy alternate
During his time in the academy, Guy developed a strong rivalry with Kakashi Hatake. Guy challenged Kakashi to various contests of skill, ranging from eating competitions to games like Rock Paper Scissors. Over time, Guy narrowed the gap between their scores, eventually achieving a one-point difference that remained consistent over the years. Through their rivalry, Kakashi and Guy developed a deep friendship and mutual respect for each other.
Guy and Kakashi play Rock Paper Scissors
Kakashi lost his father, and later, his best friend and comrade Obito during the Third Shinobi War. Being aware of Kakashi’s poor mental state, he tried to provide emotional support to him. Guy stepped in to fill the void left by Obito’s absence. After the Fourth Hokage died during the Nine-Tails’ attack, Guy wanted to join the Anbu to support Kakashi, who was in depression. But the Third Hokage and Danzō Shimura didn’t think Guy was suitable for the Anbu because he wasn’t dark enough. Guy saw Kakashi’s horrible actions during a meeting with the Land of Woods. So he asked the Third Hokage to take Kakashi out of the Anbu. Eventually, the Third agreed, and Guy suggested that Kakashi should lead a team of young ninjas to help him become kinder again.
Guy tries to motivate Kakashi
At some point, Guy learned about a boy in the Ninja Academy who was incapable of using ninjutsu or genjutsu. Guy decided to dedicate his life to helping Lee achieve his dream. Eventually, Lee joined Guy’s team called Team Guy, along with Neji Hyūga and Tenten. Guy became very interested in Lee after their first meeting. He taught Lee everything he knew about taijutsu and shared the same advice his own father had given him for self-improvement. Guy also encouraged Lee to use his rivalry with Neji as motivation to reach new heights.
Guy takes Lee under his wings
Inspired By/Based On
Guy’s character in the Naruto series draws inspiration from the legendary martial arts icon, Bruce Lee. Many aspects of Guy’s appearance and fighting style can be attributed to Bruce Lee, including his iconic haircut, his mastery of Taijutsu, and even his jumpsuit attire.
Creator
Masashi Kishimoto brought the character of Might Guy to life on the pages of the manga and later in the animated adaptation. Kishimoto’s creative vision for Might Guy involved crafting a character who embodied the ideals of hard work, determination, and perseverance. Through Guy’s comical personality, unique appearance, and unwavering commitment to his principles, Kishimoto aimed to create a memorable and inspiring character that would resonate with readers and viewers.
Development
Masashi Kishimoto developed the character of Might Guy with a clear vision and purpose in mind. He wanted to create a character who stood out in terms of his personality, appearance, and fighting style. Kishimoto drew inspiration from various sources, including martial arts films and his own imagination, to shape the unique qualities of Might Guy. One of the key aspects of Might Guy’s development was his strong dedication to hard work and self-improvement. Kishimoto wanted to highlight the idea that true strength comes from perseverance and determination, rather than relying solely on gifted talent or special abilities. This concept was reflected in Guy’s training, his commitment to mastering his martial arts skills, and his belief in the power of youth.
Guy goes through a rigorous training exercise
To further differentiate Might Guy, Kishimoto gave him a distinctive appearance, including his iconic bowl haircut, thick eyebrows, and vibrant green jumpsuit. These design choices were intentionally exaggerated to make him visually memorable and instantly recognizable.
Guy’s appearance in anime
In terms of personality, Kishimoto made Might Guy an optimistic character. His energetic nature added a comedic element to the story while also highlighting his passion for his friends and the pursuit of his goals. Throughout the series, Kishimoto developed Might Guy’s character through various story arcs and interactions with other characters. He portrayed Guy as a mentor, friend, and role model to characters like Rock Lee and Naruto.
Guy always motivates his students and comrade
Story/Mission
Naruto Part I
As a talented shinobi from Konohagakure, Guy’s primary mission is to protect his village and uphold the ideals of justice and peace. Throughout his journey, he faces numerous challenges and engages in various missions alongside his comrades. His journey is one of growth, friendship, and the pursuit of his dreams, leaving a lasting impact on those who cross his path. One of Guy’s notable storylines revolves around his role as a mentor to Rock Lee, a young shinobi with similar ideals and dreams. Guy takes it upon himself to train and guide Lee, instilling in him the values of hard work, determination, and the belief that anyone can achieve greatness through effort. Beyond his role as a warrior, Guy’s mission also includes spreading the message of youth and the power of dreams. He encourages others to pursue their goals, overcome their limitations, and live life to the fullest.
Lee hugs Guy after listening to Guy’s motivational speech
During the Chūnin Exams, an unexpected invasion of Konoha disrupts the matches. Many spectators fall under a powerful genjutsu, making them unconscious. Guy, along with Kakashi, manages to break free from the genjutsu and quickly proceeds to defend the village against the invading forces from Otogakure. While Kakashi assembles a team of genin to pursue Sasuke and Gaara, Guy stays behind to protect the area and creates an opening for the genin to proceed. They later regroup at the location where the Third Hokage had fought Orochimaru, only to discover the tragic news of the Third Hokage’s demise. In the following days, Guy attends the Third Hokage’s funeral, paying his respects to the fallen leader.
Might Guy during Konoha Crush Arc
In the anime, Guy embarks on a mission alongside Yagura, a highly skilled ninja who appears to be more talented than Lee. However, during the mission, Guy realizes that the person posing as Yagura is actually one of the Three Ryūdōin Brothers seeking revenge on him for their father’s death. The brothers trap Guy and Lee inside a castle and force them to fight each other. However, Guy and Lee manage to communicate using Morse code and uncover the deception. They manage to escape the trap by unlocking the first five gates. Afterward, Guy clarifies that he was not responsible for their father’s death and reveals that their father had actually respected him. Learning the truth, the brothers apologize to Guy.
A picture of the Three Ryudoin Brothers
Naruto Part II
Tsunade assigns Team Guy to provide backup for Team 7 on a mission to rescue the Fifth Kazekage from the organization Akatsuki. During their journey, they are attacked by Kisame Hoshigaki, a member of Akatsuki whom Guy doesn’t recognize. Kisame creates a water-covered desert and easily defends against the attacks of Guy’s students using his powerful Samehada sword. Despite feeling a sense of familiarity with Kisame, Kisame is frustrated that Guy doesn’t remember him. As Kisame starts to overpower Guy, he decides to open the first five gates and unleashes his Morning Peacock technique. Kisame is ultimately defeated, but Team Guy discovers that it was only a clone meant to delay them. They continue their mission and reach the Akatsuki base, but are initially unable to enter due to a Five-Seal Barrier. However, with the combined efforts of Team 7, they manage to bring down the barrier and gain access. Inside, each member of Team Guy is confronted by a duplicate of themselves. Guy engages in an intense battle with his clone, matching each other’s attacks. With encouragement from Lee, Guy gains the advantage and defeats his clone. After winning their respective battles, Team Guy regroups and proceeds to reunite with Team 7 at their designated location.
Guy during Kazekage Recovery Mission
As Konoha prepares for the upcoming Fourth Shinobi World War, Guy is assigned to a team responsible for guarding Naruto as he is sent into isolation. However, Naruto is kept unaware of this fact. In the anime, as they travel to their destination in the Land of Lightning, they take an indirect route to avoid detection by Akatsuki. Along the way, they face various challenges. Firstly, they are attacked by a Giant Marlin while still at the harbor in the Land of Fire. Then, they encounter a ghost ship whose crew was killed by the Giant Corpse Crab. As their journey continues, their food supplies start to run out of stock, and out of desperation, Guy and Naruto consume a mushroom. This mushroom causes them to act violently, but they regain their senses with the assistance of Shima’s cooking just in time.
Might Guy after eating poisonous mushrooms
Might Guy’s most significant mission comes during the Fourth Great Ninja War, where he and his fellow shinobi face Madara and Obito threatening the shinobi world. During this time, Guy engages in intense battles to protect his village and the people he cares about. Guy unlocked all eight gates and fought Madara Uchiha with incredible power. In a critical moment of the war, Guy unleashes the Eighth Gate of his powerful taijutsu style, known as the “Night Guy.” With this extraordinary technique, he delivers a solid blow to Madara. His body started to burn from the inside, and his right leg received too much injury. But luckily, Naruto Uzumaki saved Guy from dying. Naruto used his special abilities to stabilize Guy’s life force. After the battle, Naruto brought Guy to Lee and asked him to take care of Guy, promising that he would survive. Unfortunately, Guy’s leg was too badly damaged, and he could no longer continue his life as a shinobi.
Guy was nearly dead after using the eight gate
A year after the war, Konoha is hired to provide security for the maiden voyage of the Tobishachimaru. Guy, wanting to fly, sneaks aboard with Lee’s help, pretending he is there to prove himself as a ninja despite his leg injury. When the ship is hijacked by the Ryūha Armament Alliance, Guy assists Kakashi in locating and neutralizing explosive tags planted by the hijackers. He confronts Rahyō despite his injury. Guy turns his motion sickness into a fighting style called Seasickness Fist, while Kakashi fights Kahyō. As they fall from the ship, they accept their impending death but are saved by Sai. Guy returns to Konoha and is summoned by Tsunade, who questions him about the incident. Kakashi becomes the Sixth Hokage, and Guy continues training with Lee.
Guy and Lee are invited to Naruto’s wedding and get confused over what gift to get for the couple. They decide to go for a practical approach and think about the responsibilities and tasks Naruto and Hinata will face in their married life. Lee considers Hinata’s role in childcare and housework, while Guy thinks about Naruto’s role in home maintenance and carrying groceries. They both independently come to the conclusion that dumbbells would be a fitting gift to help the couple prepare for their future problems. On the day of the wedding, Tenten provides them with instructions on proper wedding manners. Guy congratulates Naruto with a thumbs up, showing his support and happiness for the newlywed couple.
Might Guy wants to gift dumbbell to Naruto and Hinata
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
In the Boruto series, Guy is unable to continue his ninja duties but still wants to contribute to the growth of the new generation. He becomes a teacher at the Academy, where he gives lectures and teaches taijutsu to students on a regular basis.
On the day of a meeting between important leaders, Kakashi and Guy leave their village with Mirai as their guide. They arrive in the Land of Hot Water, where they find a town divided between two beliefs about its origins: some think it was a cat spirit, while others believe it was a dog spirit. At a festival, Kiba and Tamaki, who specialize in cats and dogs, start arguing and fuel the conflict. Mirai uses a genjutsu to stop the chaos, but Guy accidentally knocks down a wall that separates the town. Surprisingly, this convinces the villagers to come together. During their journey, they meet a young orphan named Tatsumi who wants to visit hot springs in memory of her late mother. They allow her to join them. Later, Tatsumi and Mirai sneak off to find a special hot spring, but it turns out to be a trap set by a group. Guy, Kakashi, and Mirai defeat them. It is revealed that their trip was actually a cover for an investigation into missing girls in the Land of Hot Water.
Might Guy receiving praise after destroying the wall
Guy, Kakashi, and Iruka are watching the Chūnin Exams in Konoha. Metal Lee is struggling with anxiety and Guy offers to help him by giving a lecture. Guy talks about the importance of facing problems, using his own experience with a damaged leg as an example. To demonstrate, Guy has a sparring match against Metal and Iwabee, and he easily wins because Metal is distracted by the crowd. Later, Lee challenges his son to a match with many spectators, saying that Metal must win if he wants to learn the Eight Gates. During the match, Metal starts using his anxiety to fuel his performance and wins the challenge by accessing the first gate temporarily. Guy, Lee, and Metal hug each other with joy, even though it makes the spectators uncomfortable.
Guy training Metal Lee
Battles
After training his students for a year, Guy finally allows Team Guy (Rock Lee, Neji Hyūga, and Tenten) to participate in the Chūnin Exams in Konoha. The team performs well in the preliminary stage of one-on-one fights and Guy watches their matches, supporting and encouraging them. However, during the finals, an invasion of Konoha occurs, and many people get affected by a genjutsu. Guy manages to break free from the genjutsu and joins forces with Kakashi to defend Konoha against the invading forces from Otogakure. They continue the fight, successfully defeating all the invaders in the area, except for Kabuto Yakushi and Baki. Instead of confronting Guy and his team, Kabuto and Baki choose to flee from the battle.
Guy in combat with shinobis of Otogakure
When Kisame Hoshigaki, a member of Akatsuki, is about to capture Kakashi on the orders of his partner Itachi Uchiha, Guy arrives just in time to stop Kisame. However, Kakashi is already unconscious at this point, so Guy carries him to Asuma Sarutobi and Kurenai Yūhi. They inform Guy about Kakashi’s warning regarding Itachi’s Sharingan, but Guy is already aware of it and shares a strategy to counter it: by focusing on Itachi’s feet. Guy instructs Kurenai to take Kakashi to a medic while he and Asuma keep Itachi and Kisame occupied until the reinforcements arrive. Itachi and Kisame decide to withdraw instead of engaging in a fight.
Guy arrives to rescue Kakashi and other Jonins
At some point, Guy embarks on a mission alongside Yagura, a ninja who appears to be more talented than Lee. However, during the mission, Guy realizes that the person posing as Yagura is actually one of the Three Ryūdōin Brothers. The brothers hold a grudge against Guy for their father’s death and trap both Guy and Lee inside a castle. To force them to fight, they use artificial, mute proxies. However, Guy and Lee discover the deception and communicate through Morse code. They manage to break free by unleashing their high-speed attacks and opening the first five gates. As the battle unfolds, Guy explains that he was not responsible for their father’s death and that their father actually respected him. Understanding the truth, the brothers apologize to Guy for their actions.
Yagura injures Rock Lee
Tsunade assigns Team Guy to support Team 7 on their mission to rescue the Fifth Kazekage from Akatsuki. Kisame Hoshigaki, a member of Akatsuki whom Guy doesn’t recognize, attack them during their journey. Kisame creates a water-filled environment and easily defends against the attacks of Guy’s students using his powerful sword, Samehada. Despite not remembering Kisame, Guy senses a familiarity with him, which annoys Kisame. Team Guy teams up against Kisame, and Guy manages to temporarily take hold of Samehada. However, the sword rejects Guy’s attempt to wield it, and Kisame proceeds to trap Lee, Neji, and Tenten in water prisons. Kisame begins to overpower Guy, but the table turns when Guy unleashes the power of the first five gates. Kisame is ultimately defeated, but Team Guy realizes that the Kisame they fought was just a decoy.
Guy fights Kisame during Kazekage Rescue Mission
Popular Battles
- Guy vs. Kisame Hoshigaki: One of Guy’s most memorable battles was his encounter with Kisame Hoshigaki, a member of Akatsuki. The fight took place during the Kazekage Rescue Arc. Guy showcased his exceptional taijutsu skills and unleashed his Eight Gates technique, overpowering Kisame and ultimately defeating him.
- Guy vs. Madara Uchiha: During the Fourth Shinobi War, Guy confronted the legendary Uchiha Madara. In an epic showdown, Guy unleashed the full power of his Eight Gates, specifically opening the Eighth Gate: Gate of Death. In his Eight Gate form, he was able to push Madara to his limits. Although Guy ultimately lost the battle, his determination and sacrifice left a lasting impact.
Victories
- Eight Gates Technique: Guy’s most notable victory comes from his mastery of the Eight Gates technique, an advanced and immensely powerful form of combat. By unlocking the gates, Guy can temporarily enhance his physical abilities to extraordinary levels, allowing him to defeat powerful opponents.
- Defeating Kisame Hoshigaki: Guy engages in an intense battle against Kisame Hoshigaki, a skilled member of Akatsuki. With his immense speed, strength, and the opening of several gates, Guy manages to overpower Kisame and emerge victorious, saving his comrades and preventing valuable information from falling into the wrong hands.
Guy successfully defeats Kisame
- Supporting Naruto Uzumaki: Guy plays a crucial role in supporting and mentoring Naruto throughout the series. He provides guidance, encouragement, and training, helping Naruto develop both as a ninja and as an individual. His belief in Naruto’s potential contributes to Naruto’s growth and eventual success.
- Getting Appreciation From Madara: Experiencing the effect of Guy’s Night Guy technique, Madara declared Might Guy the strongest individual in the series. At that time, Madara possessed divine powers, and hence, no single shinobi other than Guy was able to land a single attack on Madara. Thus, making Madara cough blood was a notable feat achieved by Guy.
Madara declaring Guy the strongest shinobi
Failures
- Inability to Save Neji Hyuga: During the Fourth Great Ninja War, Guy was unable to prevent the death of Neji Hyuga, a close comrade and ally. Despite his best efforts, Guy was unable to change the outcome, resulting in a personal loss.
Neji dies during the fourth shinobi war
- Sacrificing His Leg and Permanently Damaging His Body: In order to unleash the full power of the Eighth Gate, Guy sacrifices his leg and pushes his body to its limits. While he achieves a tremendous surge in power, the immense strain leaves him with permanent injuries and limits his physical abilities thereafter.
Guy’s body suffers severe damage
- Being Defeated by Madara Uchiha: In an intense battle against Madara Uchiha, Guy fights bravely and opens all Eight Gates. However, despite his tremendous efforts, he is ultimately overwhelmed by Madara’s superior power and skill, resulting in his defeat.
Enemies/Rivals
Might Guy, despite his cheerful and optimistic nature, has encountered several opponents, including members of other ninja villages, rogue shinobi, and individuals who seek to disrupt the peace and harmony of the ninja world, throughout his journey as a shinobi.
One of his prominent enemies is Kisame Hoshigaki, a member of the criminal organization Akatsuki. Guy crosses paths with Kisame on multiple occasions and engages in intense battles with him. Interestingly, Guy fails to recognize his face every time he faces him.
A member of Akatsuki Kisame Hoshigake
Another notable opponent is Madara Uchiha, a legendary shinobi and one of the primary antagonists in the Naruto series. During the Fourth Great Ninja War, Guy confronts Madara in an epic battle and even opens the Eight Gates Of Death at the cost of his life.
Guy decides to confront Madara
Obito was once a comrade and friend to Guy, but their paths diverged. They crossed paths again during the Fourth Great Ninja War, but this time as enemies. Guy was shocked to see Obito still alive and responsible for all the chaos in the shinobi world.
Guy in combat with Obito Uchiha
Orochimaru, a former member of the legendary Sannin and a notorious rogue ninja, has clashed with Guy on multiple occasions. Orochimaru’s mastery of forbidden jutsu and his cunning nature make him a challenging opponent.
Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin
Itachi, one of the most complex characters in the Naruto series, became a significant rival for Guy. As a member of the Uchiha clan and an elite shinobi, Itachi possessed powerful Sharingan abilities and unparalleled genjutsu skills. Guy has encountered Itachi on multiple occasions in the series. The first time they met was when Itachi joined the Anbu. Despite being the youngest member of the Anbu team, Itachi admired Guy’s ability and fearless personality. However, the second time they encountered each other as an enemy. It was when Itachi, along with his partner Kisame, infiltrated Konoha to complete a mission assigned by Akatsuki.
Itachi telling Kisame not to underestimate Might Guy
Friends/Allies
Guy had a strong bond with Kakashi and cared deeply for him. Kakashi Hatake was not surprised by Guy’s lack of talent in ninjutsu and genjutsu. And Guy considered Kakashi his lifelong rival and was motivated to show that his hard work could match Kakashi’s natural genius. They often engaged in friendly competitions, such as eating contests and Rock Paper Scissors. He stood by Kakashi’s side during his moments of depression. During their journey as shinobi, they trained and fought alongside each other, forming an epic duo.
Guy and Kakashi on their way to Konoha
Guy serves as a mentor and father figure to Rock Lee, a talented young ninja specializing in taijutsu. At one point, Guy learned about a boy in the Academy named Lee who struggled with using ninjutsu and genjutsu. Touched by Lee’s determination, Guy made a commitment to help him achieve his dream. He became Lee’s mentor and taught him everything he knew about taijutsu, sharing the same keys to self-improvement that his father had taught him. Guy also encouraged Lee to use his rivalry with Neji as motivation to excel. With Guy’s guidance and support, Lee made significant progress and grew as a ninja. Their bond is built on a shared passion for hard work, perseverance, and the belief in the power of youth.
Guy and Lee get emotional
Guy shares a close relationship with Neji, a member of the Hyuga clan. Neji initially held a grudge against the main branch of his clan, but through Guy’s influence, he learns to embrace his own destiny and break free from the constraints of his lineage. In a crucial moment during the match between Neji and Hinata, Guy steps in and intervenes. Recognizing the intensity of the situation and the family issues that Neji brings into the fight, He prevents Neji from going too far and potentially causing harm to Hinata.
Neji gets annoyed by Guy’s behavior
Tenten is a fellow member of Team Guy and a skilled weapons specialist. She looks up to Guy as a mentor and admires his dedication and a strong sense of justice. Guy’s mentorship has helped shape Tenten’s skills. He dedicated significant time and effort to training Tenten in effectively using her arsenal of ninja tools. He recognized Tenten’s potential and believed in her abilities, so he took it upon himself to provide her with extensive training. Through his guidance, Tenten learned how to maximize the use of her various ninja tools, such as shuriken, kunai, and scrolls.
Guy helps Tenten know her strength
As the Third Hokage, Hiruzen has been a trusted ally to Guy. They share a strong bond, with Guy respecting Hiruzen’s leadership and wisdom.
Hiruzen refuses to transfer Guy to the Anbu team
Guy develops a close friendship with Naruto, seeing him as a younger version of himself. Guy’s energetic and passionate nature resonates with Naruto, and he becomes one of Naruto’s mentors and supporters. They share a mutual goal of protecting their loved ones and achieving their dreams. Naruto affectionately refers to him as “Master Intense Brows”. Impressed by Naruto’s courage, Guy gives him his spare green jumpsuit, believing it will aid in his training. During the preparations for the Fourth Shinobi World War, Guy is part of a team assigned to secretly guard Naruto.
Naruto brings back Guy to life
While initially an enemy, Guy forms a unique bond with Obito during their encounter in battle. Despite their opposing sides, Guy’s strong belief in the power of friendship influences Obito.
Guy and Obito during their Chunin exams
Kurenai is a fellow Konoha ninja and a close friend of Guy. They share mutual respect and understanding, supporting each other in their journey as shinobi. Kurenai appreciates Guy’s positive outlook and determination.
Guy and Kurenai at the ramen shop
Asuma, the son of Hiruzen and a skilled shinobi, has a strong friendship with Guy. They have trained and fought alongside each other, with Asuma respecting Guy’s combat skills and dedication.
Guy and Asuma at Hokage’s place
Yamato, a member of the ANBU Black Ops, forms a strong bond with Guy during their missions.
Guy and Yamato laugh at the fake Naruto
Personality
Guy is known for his signature “nice guy” pose, which consists of a thumbs up, wink, and winning smile. This pose reflects his optimistic and confident personality. When Guy strikes this pose, it means that he believes in what he says and will make it come true, either now or in the future. The pose represents his energy and enthusiasm, as he is determined to live up to his promises no matter the effort it requires. He reserves this pose for important promises to important people for significant reasons, often leading to tears of emotion. Guy is a highly motivated and dedicated individual. He is committed to his principles and constantly pushes himself to surpass his limits. He believes in acknowledging both strengths and weaknesses and strives to improve what he can while compensating for what he cannot. This mindset was instilled in him by his father. Despite being proficient in ninjutsu and genjutsu, Guy chooses to rely mainly on taijutsu and even uses unconvincing costumes instead of the Transformation Technique. He also prefers weapons without blades. His MBTI personality type is ESFJ-A.
Guy’s thumbs up represents his dedication
Guy can sometimes be serious despite his unusual behavior, especially when he faces enemies who threaten the village or his friends. However, even in those serious moments, his uniqueness can come into play. For example, when Guy encounters Kisame Hoshigaki on three separate occasions, he is confident that he has never met Kisame before, due to his poor memory. By observing the energy and enthusiasm of his students, Guy sometimes reflects on his own youth and wonders if it has passed him by. However, he quickly rejects this possibility, believing that youth can never truly fade away. If his student, Lee, breaks one of his rules, Guy may discipline him physically, but he immediately feels upset and starts crying.
Guy struggles to recognize Kisame
Guy often refers to himself as “Konoha’s Sublime Green/Blue Beast of Prey,” a title that seems fitting considering his personality and abilities. Lee greatly admires Guy and strives to copy his appearance and character, aspiring to become as admirable as Guy himself. Due to their shared backgrounds and similarities, Guy is fully committed to supporting Lee in achieving his dream of mastering taijutsu. Their bond is so strong that it can sometimes make others uncomfortable. As the years passed, Guy also developed a similar relationship with Lee’s son, Metal, acting as a surrogate second father or uncle to him. While Neji and Tenten benefit from Guy’s teachings, they have their limits when it comes to participating in Guy and Lee’s mischiefs.
Might Guy trains Metal Lee
Just like Neji and Tenten, Kakashi hesitates when it comes to participating in Guy’s competitions. He is often unwilling or uninterested in joining their contests. However, instead of discouraging Guy, this actually motivates him even more. Guy is determined to defeat Kakashi and his “cool, hip, and trendy” personality. Despite their rivalry, there is no bitterness between them. In fact, Kakashi considers Guy to be one of his closest and most reliable friends. They work well together in missions, can understand each other’s thoughts without needing to speak, and genuinely care about each other’s well-being. At the beginning of Part I, Kakashi’s score is 50 wins and 49 losses in their competitions. Even when Guy takes the lead, the score difference remains the same. Their contests range from eating competitions to games like Rock Paper Scissors, so the score doesn’t really represent anything significant.
Guy challenges Kakashi in a race
Knowledge: 8/10
Creativity: 8/10
Initiative: 9/10
Emotional Strength: 8/10
Social Skills: 10/10
Involvement: 8/10
Outfit
Guy wears a green jumpsuit with orange-striped leg warmers and the typical Konoha jacket. He usually keeps the jacket unzipped. He wears his red forehead protector around his waist like a belt.
Guy in Konoha’s shinobi attire
Throughout his ninja career, Guy’s appearance hasn’t changed much. However, as a genin, his jumpsuit had no sleeves and he wore a scarf around his neck. He later replaces his jacket with the updated Konoha design.
Guy during his teenage
Transformations
By opening Eight Inner Gates, Guy’s body goes through a transformation. Without opening these gates, individuals can only utilize around 20% of their maximum physical potential. However, as each gate is opened, the user’s power increases significantly. It’s important to note that each gate is located in a different part of the body and has a specific name. By opening these gates, Guy can unlock his body’s full potential, but the associated risk and strain on his body also escalate exponentially.
Gate of Opening
The Gate of Opening, the first gate, removes any mental barriers that may hinder the user and allows them to access their full potential. Opening this gate unlocks the powerful Front (or Primary) Lotus technique. The Gate of Opening is situated in the left hemisphere of the brain.
Guy opens the first gate
Gate of Healing
The Gate of Healing, the second gate, is located in the right hemisphere of the brain. Opening this gate revitalizes the body and enhances physical strength.
Gate of Life
When the third gate, known as the Gate of Life, is opened, significant physiological transformations take place in the user’s body. Their skin turns red, their veins become prominent, their hair stands on end, and their pupils vanish. Opening this gate grants the user a tremendous boost in speed, which can be further utilized through the Reverse (or Hidden) Lotus technique. The Gate of Life is located along the spinal cord.
Guy opens the third gate
Gate of Pain
The Gate of Pain, the fourth gate, is also situated along the spinal cord. Opening this gate results in a further enhancement of the user’s power and speed. However, it comes at a cost as the body begins to endure significant damage, including muscle tearing.
Gate of Closing
The Gate of Closing, the fifth gate, is located in the abdomen. Opening this gate amplifies the user’s power to even greater heights. However, it carries the risk of bone fractures due to the intense strain placed on the body.
Guy opens the fifth gate
Gate of Joy
The Gate of Joy, the sixth gate, enhances all of the user’s abilities and is situated in the stomach. The user becomes so powerful that even bodies of water in the surround are displaced by their energy. By opening this gate, the user gains access to the Morning Peacock technique, where their punches are executed with incredible speed, generating flames through friction with the air. Opening the Gate of View is often depicted with an aura surrounding the user, typically shown as green in the anime.
Guy opens The Sixth Gate of Joy
Gate of Wonder
The seventh gate, known as the Gate of Shock, is located below the stomach area. When activated, it causes the user’s sweat to evaporate, creating a thin blue aura around them. The notable technique associated with this gate is the Daytime Tiger. It involves delivering a powerful punch that releases a blast of compressed air, creating a forceful shockwave.
Guy opens the seventh gate
Gate of Death
The eighth and final gate is known as the Gate of Death, located in the heart. When this gate is opened, the user’s blood evaporates, causing their skin to darken. The heart beats at its maximum speed, granting the user an immense power increase, multiplying their abilities by a hundred times. However, as the name suggests, opening the eighth gate almost always leads to the user’s death. Might Guy was saved by Naruto, but he suffered permanent disabilities as a consequence of using this technique.
Guy opens The Eight Gate of Death
Abilities
Although Might Guy had a difficult beginning in his ninja career, his potential for growth was recognized by the renowned Sakumo. Over time, he proved himself a great warrior and gained recognition as one of Konoha’s most powerful ninjas. His incredible strength has been acknowledged by skilled individuals like Itachi Uchiha, who warned the Akatsuki not to underestimate Guy. Through rigorous and demanding training, Guy has pushed his physical abilities to the absolute peak. He constantly challenges himself to reach new heights of strength and endurance. What makes his accomplishments even more impressive is that he achieves them without relying on chakra enhancements.
Taijutsu
As a child, Guy lacked talent in ninjutsu and genjutsu, so he dedicated himself to mastering taijutsu. As an adult, Guy has become a taijutsu master. His expertise extends not only to the styles he specializes in but also to those he is unfamiliar with. Guy primarily focuses on the Strong Fist style, allowing him to adapt his attack patterns and tactics to effectively handle different situations using unconventional yet powerful strikes. He has honed his abilities to the point where he rarely needs to rely on weapons. With just one hand, he can effortlessly send opponents crashing deep into solid rock walls. Additionally, with his remarkable speed, he can strike his opponents before they can fully react or even become aware of his presence. His exceptional stamina and rapid recovery rate enable him to engage in battles for extended periods of time or quickly return to a fighting-ready state after intense exertion. His exceptional combat skills have even earned the recognition of Madara, who acknowledged that Guy’s combat prowess is unmatched. After losing the use of his right foot, Guy’s fighting style has adapted to compensate. He maintains a more stationary posture, relying on his left leg and using his remaining limbs to engage in battle. He flips and handsprings to move swiftly and strategically.
Guy’s incredible taijutsu moves
Eight Gates
Trained by his father from a young age, Guy has mastered the use of the Eight Inner Gates. What sets him apart is his ability to instantly unlock the first seven gates without opening the previous ones first. Each gate he opens brings immense power in no time, enhancing his physical, mental, and chakra abilities to their maximum potential. However, as he opens more gates and keeps them active for longer periods, his body becomes more vulnerable to damage. Opening all eight gates is extremely dangerous and can lead to certain death. Because of this, Guy only resorts to opening a single gate when he needs to protect something or someone dear to him. Due to his intense training, Guy has developed the endurance to handle the strain of opening the gates for extended periods. He can withstand the effects of the sixth gate with only noticeable exhaustion and can resist the after-effects of the seventh gate. As the Fourth Shinobi World War progressed, Guy became even more resilient, able to repeatedly activate the seventh gate without succumbing to its effects. He also learned to adapt to the immense pain caused by the eighth gate immediately upon activation.
