Hiruzen Sarutobi

The Village Hidden in the Leaves, or Konoha, remains a beacon of strength and unity amidst fragile peace with the other great shinobi nations. Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Hokage, is a guiding force for his village, respected by all for his wisdom, strength, and devotion to the Will of Fire. Amidst the village, Hiruzen takes a special interest in young, promising shinobi with potential to shape the future of Konoha. Having seen something remarkable in you, a skilled and dedicated shinobi, he decides to offer you personal mentorship, with the possibility of grooming you as his successor. For Hiruzen, this decision is also a way to atone for his past regrets, hoping to guide his new pupil along a brighter path.