Boruto Turns Naruto’s Most Criticized Trait Into One of Its Biggest Strengths

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I’m really enjoying how Boruto: Two Blue Vortex is going! The latest chapter did something clever – it brought back a bit of a frustrating trope from the original Naruto, but fans are actually loving it! Naruto is such a classic, giving us the ninja adventures we’d always dreamed of. But let’s be real, it wasn’t flawless. One character who often got a lot of flak was Sakura Haruno from Team 7, and this new arc seems to be addressing some of those old criticisms in a really interesting way.

Throughout much of the original series, Sakura was often depicted as a typical female character whose main focus was her romantic interest in the male protagonist. Many of her storylines centered around this idea, and her constant pursuit of Sasuke Uchiha often felt repetitive and didn’t add much to the plot, making her seem one-dimensional. However, the new series, Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, explores similar traits in Sakura’s daughter, but in a way that’s much more engaging. Fans are now enjoying the romantic elements that Sakura always attempted to showcase, finding them compelling rather than frustrating.

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Enhances Sakura’s Most Annoying Trope From the Original Series

In chapter 34 of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, titled “Used to It,” Sarada Uchiha wakes up to discover her eyesight is failing due to overuse of her Mangekyo Sharingan, which could eventually lead to complete blindness. While it would make sense for her to stop using the power and find another way, Sarada is determined to continue, even at the cost of her vision. Surprisingly, her mother, Sakura Haruno, doesn’t try to stop her. Instead, Sakura understands Sarada’s desire to protect Boruto Uzumaki, drawing on her own past experiences. This moment highlights a strong parallel between Sarada and her mother from the original series, but it feels natural and relatable rather than frustrating.

Sarada differs from her mother, Sakura, in that her actions are consistently well-reasoned, particularly regarding Boruto. While many see Boruto as a villain, he became one due to external forces after switching lives with Kawaki. Sarada uniquely isn’t affected by this situation, making her emotional choices feel authentic and relatable to the audience. This allows fans to genuinely support her, as she’s one of the few characters who truly grasps Boruto’s circumstances and the difficult situation he’s in.

Sarada’s feelings for Boruto feel genuine and aren’t played for laughs. They’ve developed steadily as the story has progressed, rooted in solid emotions and logical reasons, so her affection feels earned and has become a highlight of the series. The show hasn’t magically fixed a common criticism of the original Naruto; instead, it’s carefully crafted this relationship over many chapters. It’s going to be interesting to see how Sarada continues to use her abilities to help Boruto, and while her eyesight may be at risk, it seems unlikely she’ll lose it completely, especially if the story has bigger plans for her character.

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Might Be Planning a Major Upgrade for Its Prominent Uchiha Through a Love Trope

Sarada Uchiha is a central character, so it’s unlikely the series will weaken her abilities or reduce her importance, particularly before fully exploring her story. This suggests she’s likely to become much more powerful, and there are several ways this could happen. One possibility involves the series’ focus on technology. With Amado, a leading scientist, still in Konoha, he could create advanced technology for Sarada’s eyes, essentially giving her futuristic implants that enhance her Uchiha powers.

The series could also delve deeper into the emotional roots of the Uchiha clan’s power. While Naruto often used past trauma to unlock the Mangekyo Sharingan, Boruto: Two Blue Vortex has already connected Sarada’s growth to her feelings and her desire to protect people. Exploring this connection further could lead to another power-up for Sarada, fixing her vision and making her a truly special Uchiha. The story strongly suggests Sarada is about to become much more powerful, and this growth may come through emotional connections like love. This is a trait that some fans initially disliked in Naruto, but Boruto is now showcasing as a real strength.

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2026-05-22 02:12