Chapter #19 of the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga has been the most controversial and divisive entry to date. While several topics have caused fans to share their thoughts only, there is one that seems to have riled up the masses against the book: Araya’s sword. This powerful weapon was designed to counter the power of Magnet Release, one of the most iconic techniques in the series.

Fans complain that having such a weapon introduced takes away from the excitement of seeing characters like Gaara or Shinki use material as simple as sand as a deadly weapon. Nonetheless, the introduction of this item should not be seen as negative, as it is proof the Ninja World has evolved ever since the war. The shinobi are no longer relying on powerful allies like Gaara or Naruto and are preparing in case another villain as powerful as Madara or Kaguya ever rises.

Araya’s Sword Is a Sign of Progress

Ninjas Know They Need To Be Prepared

During chapter #19 of the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex series, Team 7 and Shinki’s teammates, Araya and Yodo, can be seen fighting against Ryu, one of Jura’s Divine Trees. Their opponent, born from the DNA of Gaara’s son, had access to the powerful Magnet Release, making him a tough adversary for the heroes. Fortunately, Araya’s sword was designed to counter this ability, and he used it to give his friends a chance at defeating Ryu. The sword is by far one of the coolest and most useful ninja tools introduced in the series.

By using it, the wielder gains a major advantage against Magnet Release s, who tend to be among the most powerful Naruto characters. Yet, not all fans saw this as a good addition to the story, as they believed Gaara’s iconic abilities should not be countered so easily by a mundane weapon. During the original series, Magnet Release was considered one of the best Kekkei Genkai a ninja could have, as it could be used as both an offensive and defensive skill. The ninjas who fought against a of this power and lived were few.

According to several readers, Araya’s sword was only included to give the heroes a chance against Ryu, as they would not have been able to defeat him otherwise. Nevertheless, the introduction of this weapon should not be seen as a mistake, as it is proof of the Shinobi Word evolving and anticipating another big battle. The existence of the sword implies that ninjas are aware that some of them have abilities that cannot be defeated by skill and strength alone. As such, they need to be prepared in the event they are ever forced to fight against such an individual.

The Ninja World Learned From Madara’s Attack

Regular Shinobi Would Not Be Able to Defeat the Most Powerful Characters Alone

During the Fourth Great Ninja War, of the Shinobi Alliance were ambushed and attacked by two of the most powerful villains in history: Tobi and Madara. Despite their best efforts, none of the regular ninjas could come close to harming their opponents, who proved to be on a completely new level in of skill and power. In the end, only the true powerhouses of the Ninja World, such as Naruto, were an obstacle for the villains, making all other fighters irrelevant.

This experience seems to have left a lasting mark on the universe of the series, since the regular Shinobi know they need to be prepared in case another monster like Madara makes himself known. Waiting for Naruto to save them will not always be an option, now more than ever, since the rest of the world believes that the Seventh Hokage is dead. They need to be prepared if another powerful opponent makes themselves known. Araya’s sword is proof of this shift in mentality, as the weapon was created to defeat some of the most powerful ninjas in history.

By having such a weapon on their side, regular ninjas can be confident that they will have a fighting chance, even if someone like Gaara decides to turn against them. While the inclusion of this item does make Magnet Release less powerful, as it could be easily countered by a single opponent, it is a necessity for the world of the series to survive. Even then, this type of weapon does not guarantee victory for its wielder, as proven by chapter #19 when Ryu used his Claw Grime to steal the sword from Araya’s hands.

Even the New Generation Understands the Need for These Tools

Shinki Being the One To Create the Sword Implies He Knew It Would Be Needed

One of the most shocking revelations in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter #19 is the fact that Araya was not the one who created his powerful sword. The one who gifted him the weapon was none other than Shinki, a of Magnet Release. The reasoning behind giving his friend the item was that it could be necessary in the future to keep the Hidden Sand Village safe from an enemy attack. Even though Shinki had no idea someone like Ryu would ever be born, he was afraid that either he or another Magnet Release would attack Gaara.

This detail might seem small at first, but it is a significant sign that even the new generations are aware of the dangers that reside in the Ninja World. Shinki knew that, in the event of an attack, relying on Gaara’s power would limit the chances of the village winning the battle. Thanks to his sword, Araya could become a ing fighter, keeping the opponent distracted or defenseless against the rest of Sunagakure’s forces. This would not only help the Kazekage but would also prevent regular shinobi from being ineffective in combat.

Other Weapons Could Be Hidden

There Are Many Types of Dangerous Kekkei Genkai in the World

The Boruto: Two Blue Vortex series might not have yet delved deeper into the existence of similar weapons in other villages, but the probability of them being introduced later cannot be discarded. It would be safe to assume that other villages, where there are Kekkei Genkai equally powerful as Magnet Release, are preparing in case they need to fight. Keeping this in mind, it is likely that the series will continue introducing weapons designed to stop s of these powerful Jutsu.

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Boruto: Two Blue Vortex will continue exploring how the Ninja World evolved after the ending of the original series. Fans should be prepared to see new weapons, techniques, and tools that will help regular shinobi compete against the powerhouses of the franchise.