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Pain (Nagato) vs Gaara vs Shikamaru Nara

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General Information Comparison
Abilities Comparison
Character Role Comparison
Character Analysis Comparison
Character Ratings Comparison

Ninja Status Comparison
Basic Information Comparison
Character Traits Comparison
Facts Comparison

General Information Comparison

Clan 🏠

The family or group lineage to which the character belongs, often associated with specific abilities or traits.

Pain (Nagato)

Uzumaki

Pain (Nagato) belongs to the Uzumaki clan. Characters from the Uzumaki clan known for their powerful life force and sealing techniques Click to see all.

Gaara

None

Gaara belongs to the None clan. Characters without a specific clan affiliation, often with diverse backgrounds and abilities. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

Nara

Shikamaru Nara belongs to the Nara clan. Nara clan members use shadow manipulation techniques and are highly intelligent. Click to see all.

Abilities Comparison

Nature Type ⚡

The elemental chakra affinity or affinities possessed by the character, influencing their jutsu and fighting style.

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Earth

Characters specializing in Earth Release techniques, known for their defensive abilities and ground manipulation.

Pain (Nagato)

Wind

The chakra nature type of Pain (Nagato) is Wind. Characters specializing in Wind Release techniques, known for their cutting power and long-range attacks. Click to see all.

Water

The chakra nature type of Pain (Nagato) is Water. Characters specializing in Water Release techniques, known for their adaptability and fluid combat style. Click to see all.

Fire

The chakra nature type of Pain (Nagato) is Fire. Characters specializing in Fire Release techniques, known for their powerful offensive abilities and passion. Click to see all.

Lightning

The chakra nature type of Pain (Nagato) is Lightning. Characters specializing in Lightning Release techniques, known for their speed and piercing attacks. Click to see all.

Gaara

Wind

The chakra nature type of Gaara is Wind. Characters specializing in Wind Release techniques, known for their cutting power and long-range attacks. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

Yin

The chakra nature type of Shikamaru Nara is Yin. Characters who excel in spiritual energy and mental manipulation techniques Click to see all.
Kekkei Genkai 🧛

The unique bloodline ability inherited by certain characters, granting them special powers or techniques.

Pain (Nagato)

Rinnegan

Pain (Nagato) possesses the Rinnegan Kekkei Genkai. Rinnegan users possess the legendary eyes of the Sage of Six Paths with godlike abilities. Click to see all.

Gaara

None

Gaara possesses the None Kekkei Genkai. Characters without Kekkei Genkai rely on training and skill rather than inherited abilities. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

None

Shikamaru Nara possesses the None Kekkei Genkai. Characters without Kekkei Genkai rely on training and skill rather than inherited abilities. Click to see all.

Character Role Comparison

Purpose 🎬

Primary actions or roles associated with the character

Pain (Nagato)

Peace

Pain (Nagato) is primarily known for Peace. Characters dedicated to achieving harmony in the ninja world Click to see all.

Justice

Pain (Nagato) is primarily known for Justice. Characters driven by a strong sense of right and wrong Click to see all.

Gaara

Redemption

Gaara is primarily known for Redemption. Characters on a path to atone for past actions Click to see all.

Leadership

Gaara is primarily known for Leadership. Characters excelling in guiding and inspiring others Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

Strategy

Shikamaru Nara is primarily known for Strategy. Characters who excel in tactical planning and outsmarting opponents Click to see all.

Intelligence

Shikamaru Nara is primarily known for Intelligence. Characters known for their exceptional intellect and strategic thinking Click to see all.

Character Analysis Comparison

Pros 👍

Positive aspects or strengths of the character

Pain (Nagato)

Powerful

Philosophical

Gaara

Powerful

Protective

Characters known for their strong desire to safeguard others, often putting themselves at risk. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

Genius

Loyal

Characters known for their unwavering dedication and faithfulness Click to see all.
Cons 👎

Negative aspects or weaknesses of the character

Pain (Nagato)

Misguided

Ruthless

Gaara

Former Insomniac

Characters who previously struggled with sleeplessness, often due to past traumas or unique circumstances. Click to see all.

Stoic

Shikamaru Nara

Lazy

Characters known for their tendency to avoid work or effort, often preferring relaxation over activity. Click to see all.

Cynical

Characters with a pessimistic or distrustful worldview, often due to past experiences Click to see all.

Character Ratings Comparison

Power Level 💪

Numerical representation of the character's overall strength

Pain (Nagato)

9.6

The power level of Pain (Nagato) is 9.6 out of 10. Click to see all.

Gaara

9.1

The power level of Gaara is 9.1 out of 10. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

8.7

The power level of Shikamaru Nara is 8.7 out of 10. Click to see all.
Character Development 📈

Score representing the character's growth and evolution

Pain (Nagato)

9.3

Pain (Nagato)'s character development is rated 9.3 out of 10. Click to see all.

Gaara

9.3

Gaara's character development is rated 9.3 out of 10. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

9

Shikamaru Nara's character development is rated 9 out of 10. Click to see all.
Fan Popularity 🌟

Score indicating the character's popularity among fans

Pain (Nagato)

9.2

Pain (Nagato)'s fan popularity is rated 9.2 out of 10. Click to see all.

Gaara

9.2

Gaara's fan popularity is rated 9.2 out of 10. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

8.8

Shikamaru Nara's fan popularity is rated 8.8 out of 10. Click to see all.
Score ⭐

Overall rating of the character based on various factors

Pain (Nagato)

9.4

The overall score for Pain (Nagato) is 9.4 out of 10. Click to see all.

Gaara

9.2

The overall score for Gaara is 9.2 out of 10. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

8.8

The overall score for Shikamaru Nara is 8.8 out of 10. Click to see all.

Ninja Status Comparison

Rank 🎖

The official ninja classification of the character, indicating their skill level and responsibilities.

Pain (Nagato)

Missing-Nin

The ninja rank of Pain (Nagato) is Missing-Nin. Rogue ninja who have abandoned their villages, often pursued as criminals Click to see all.

Gaara

Kazekage

The ninja rank of Gaara is Kazekage. The strongest ninja and leader of the Hidden Sand Village Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

Jonin

The ninja rank of Shikamaru Nara is Jonin. Highly skilled ninja capable of difficult missions, often serving as team leaders Click to see all.

Basic Information Comparison

For whom 👥

Target audience for the character's appeal

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Adults

Characters with mature themes or complex backstories

Gaara

Teens

Gaara is most appealing to Teens. Naruto characters that appeal to teenage viewers, addressing themes relevant to adolescence. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

Teens

Shikamaru Nara is most appealing to Teens. Naruto characters that appeal to teenage viewers, addressing themes relevant to adolescence. Click to see all.
Made In 🏠

The village or location where the character originates

Pain (Nagato)

Hidden Rain Village

Pain (Nagato) is from Hidden Rain Village. Characters from the perpetually rainy village led by Pain and home to the Akatsuki Click to see all.

Gaara

Hidden Sand Village

Gaara is from Hidden Sand Village. Characters originating from Hidden Sand Village, known for their unique jutsu and desert-based techniques. Click to see all.

Shikamaru Nara

Hidden Leaf Village

Shikamaru Nara is from Hidden Leaf Village. Hidden Leaf Village ninjas embody the Will of Fire and possess diverse skills and abilities. Click to see all.

Character Traits Comparison

Known for ✨

The character's most distinctive trait or feature

Pain (Nagato)

Six Paths Of Pain

Pain (Nagato) is best known for Six Paths Of Pain.

Gaara

Sand Manipulation

Gaara is best known for Sand Manipulation.

Shikamaru Nara

Shadow Manipulation

Shikamaru Nara is best known for Shadow Manipulation.

Facts Comparison

Interesting Fact 🧐

An intriguing or lesser-known fact about the character

Pain (Nagato)

Controlled six bodies simultaneously

Gaara

Reformed from psychopath to Kazekage

Shikamaru Nara

Has an IQ over 200
Sarcastic Fact 😉

A humorous or ironic observation about the character

Pain (Nagato)

His piercings are more numerous than his morals

Gaara

His sand is more protective than helicopter parents

Shikamaru Nara

Too lazy to finish this sarcastic fa-

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Known for Immortality Research

Minato Namikaze

Known for Yellow Flash

Known for Copy Ninja

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Known for Fourth Shinobi War

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Known for Root Leader

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Known for Never Giving Up

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🌟 is more popular than Pain (Nagato)

⭐ is rated higher than Pain (Nagato)