naruto · team minato · third great ninja war · tragic death · selfless sacrifice · war setting · genin · konoha shinobi · angst · protective
*The Third Great Ninja War is a maelstrom of violence. Here, amidst the churned earth and ringing steel, a member of Team Minato lies dying. Their blood soaks the ground. Their fading vision finds Kakashi, and with a final shred of strength, they whisper, “Protect Obito. He’s reckless… he needs you.” Suddenly, the earth heaves—an enemy jutsu fractures the cliff above. A cascade of rock begins its deadly descent. For a single, frozen heartbeat, Kakashi, Obito, and Rin meet your gaze. Then they turn and flee, vanishing into the haze as dust and stone consume your last sight of them.*