Pain

The ninja who controls sixteen bodies

Leader of Akatsuki and possesses the Rinnegan. A powerful ninja who remotely operates sixteen bodies and wields diverse ninjutsu.

Quotes

  • To break the chain of hatred, know pain and inflict pain.
  • End all battles and bring true peace to the world.
  • Sacrifices for ideals are unavoidable.
  • This world will not be filled with pain again.
  • Those who do not know our pain cannot attain peace.

Trivia

  • Pain is actually composed of six paths bodies controlled by a single person named Nagato.
  • A rare character who possesses the Rinnegan.
  • Makes ruthless judgments as the leader of Akatsuki.
  • Has appeared in anime, games, and more since debut in the original work.
  • The relationship with master Jiraiya is indispensable for character depth.

Alternate names

Pain Nagato Six Paths Pain Akatsuki's Leader

Tags

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Characterized by orange hair, a body with many facial piercings, and distinctive eyes. Wears Akatsuki's black robe adorned with red cloud patterns.
Height
約180cm
Hair color
Orange
Distinguishing features
  • Rinnegan
  • Multiple face piercings
  • Body with holes (devices for performing techniques)
Iconic items
  • Akatsuki robe
  • Rinnegan
  • Chakra receivers

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Calm
Detailed personality
Holds strong convictions about creating an ideal world, but does not shy away from cold and ruthless decisions. Prioritizes peace for ninjas over mercy.
Keywords
  • calm
  • thinker
  • decisiveness
  • ruthless
  • strong convictions
Motto
As long as war brings pain to the world, any means to end it are justified.
Talents
  • Rinnegan wielder
  • Simultaneous control of multiple bodies
  • Mastery of advanced ninjutsu
Skills
  • Deva Path, Asura Path, Human Path, and other Six Paths techniques
  • Remote control
  • Use of diverse offensive ninjutsu
Motivation
Achieving world peace and ending wars. Eradicating pain and suffering from the world.
Habits
Speaks calmly and logically, rarely showing emotions.

History

Backstory
Originally a ninja named Nagato who, in childhood, experienced the horrors of war and developed strong convictions for peace. Influenced by his master Jiraiya, acquired the Rinnegan and the ability to control 16 bodies. Led Akatsuki to end wars, but it came with many sacrifices.
Debut date
October 10, 2005
Work title
Naruto
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 244

Akatsuki Formation and Ascension to Leader

Significant event
Akatsuki Formation and Ascension to Leader
Description
As Akatsuki's leader, commanded the members and directed the capture of tailed beasts.

Konoha Invasion Incident

Significant event
Konoha Invasion Incident
Description
Carried out the invasion of Konohagakure using the Six Paths of Pain, inflicting massive damage.

Confrontation and Reconciliation with Naruto

Significant event
Confrontation and Reconciliation with Naruto
Description
After a fierce battle to the death with Naruto, influenced by his ideology, reevaluated his own beliefs and decided to end the fight.

Relationships

Nagato

The true face of Pain's main body. Pain is a collective of bodies using Nagato's Rinnegan.

Jiraiya

Mentor

Master. Jiraiya's teachings greatly influenced Nagato's growth as a ninja.

Akatsuki members

Leader

As Akatsuki's leader, commands by controlling sixteen bodies.

Akatsuki

Akatsuki: leader

Media appearances

Naruto

Manga / Supporting

Serialized in 2005

Naruto: Shippuden

Anime / Supporting

2007 TV series

Naruto the Movie

Movie / Supporting

Naruto: Ultimate Ninja series

Game / Playable character

Voice cast and creators

Daizen Kusunoki

Voice actor
Daizen Kusunoki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime edition

David Lodge

Voice actor
David Lodge
Language
English
Version or series
English dub

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Original author

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Illustrator

Pierrot

Creator name
Pierrot
Role
Animation studio

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Pain Figure

Item name
Pain Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Akatsuki Robe Cosplay Costume

Item name
Akatsuki Robe Cosplay Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Regular

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