Summary
InNaruto’s ever-expanding universe, theKage are the epitome of powerwithin their respective ninja villages, with a duty to protect and lead their people. Following this preset framework, the Mizukage are the leaders of the Hidden Mist Village, a nation that has a history riddled with instability and controversies. The Hidden Mist Village has witnessed a total of six Mizukage, with each reign marred by its own trials and tribulations.
The first four Mizukage shaped much ofthe Hidden Mist’s historythrough their secretive policies and diplomatic embargoes, even leading to the nation being dubbed as the “Bloody Mist.” While the atrocities of their times are well-known, the fate of each Mizukage remains a blur for most. However, piecing together details fromNarutoreveals the fate of each Mizukage, and how their reigns eventually concluded.
Debut Date
July 22, 2025
After the conclusion of the Warring States Period, Byakuren established the Hidden Mist Village in the Land of Water, relentlessly working towards cementing his newfound country as one ofthe Five Great Nations. Despite being a man of wisdom, Byakuren was a skeptic, as he even questioned Hashirama’s intentions for being too humble during the very first Five Kage Summit.
This skepticism was reflected in his leadership, as his reign was marked by limited interaction with other nations. While it was never exactly stated how Byakuren died, it was implied that he passed away due to his old age, possibly sometime before the initiation of the First Great Ninja War.
Killed By The Second Tsuchikage
First Appearance
Naruto Shippuden, Episode 267, “The Brilliant Military Advisor of the Hidden Leaf”
June 10, 2025
Despite his eccentric disposition, Gengetsu Hozuki’s unrivaled strength led him to the revered status of being the Mist’s Second Mizukage. With an inescapable genjutsu,a Kekkei Genkai, and the ability to liquidate his body at will, Gengetsu Hozuki possessed an unmatched arsenal, even enticing Kabuto to go through the trouble of acquiring his DNA for his Edo Tensei.
For reasons unexplained, Gengetsu bore a stern hostility towards the Second Tsuchikage, Muu. This ended up becoming the reason behind their demise, with the Gengetsu and Muu mutually killing each other in a cataclysmic battle. Gengetsu was later revived in the Fourth Great Ninja War through Kabuto’s Edo Tensei, though he was defeated and sealed away by the Shinobi Alliance.
July 19, 2025
TheNarutoseries rarely expands on the history of the other ninja villages, and this very lack of exposition is why the fates of a few Kage remain unknown. The Third Mizukage is among the list of such Kage, though his case is rather absurd, as the series never even revealed his name.
However, it was implied that he was an extremely capable shinobi, considering he was the bodyguard of the First Mizukage during the Five Kage Summit. Since the Third Mizukage was quite young, and given the Hidden Mist’s political turmoil, it’s safe to assume that he was either assassinated or killed in battle. However, these are merely speculations, asNarutonever exactly revealed the actual fate of the Third Mizukage.
July 05, 2025
Yagura Karatachi’s reign over the Hidden Mist is one laden with tragedy and despair. As one of the fewJinchuriki with Tailed Beast controland a vision to improve his nation, Yagura got off to a promising start. However, the Fourth Mizukage’s leadership began to wane right around the time he was visited by a mysterious man claiming to be “Madara Uchiha.”
Obito Uchiha had put Yagura undera mind-controlling genjutsu, essentially hijacking the Mist’s political landscape. Thus began a new era of the Bloody Mist, as he reinstated the ruthless academy ritual of classmates killing each other to graduate. During the two-year time skip, the people of the Mist started suspecting foul play, which led to Ao detecting Obito’s genjutsu via his Byakugan. While Ao was able to dispel the genjutsu, its toll on Yagura’s body was far too great, leading to his untimely demise and sorrowful fate.
July 08, 2025
As the predecessor to Yagura Karatachi, Mei Terumi had to bear the brunt of his brutal and regressive policies. Immediately after taking office as the Fifth Mizukage, Mei undid most of the Fourth’s policies in a bid to modernize the Hidden Mist and open up diplomatic ties with the rest of the Five Great Nations.
Mei Terumi was more than an exceptional ninja, as her resolve to bring reforms to the Mist was more than successful. Years after the conclusion ofthe Fourth Great Ninja War, Mei stepped down as the Fifth Mizukage and passed on the mantle to her retainer. While she is still working towards improving the Hidden Mist Village, Mei mostly stays in the backdrop, letting the newer generation shine.
Initially serving as the Fifth Hokage’s retainer, Chojuro succeeded Mei Terumi as the Sixth Mizukage more than a decade after the conclusion of the Fourth Great Ninja War. As a Kenjutsu expert and a skilled shinobi,Chojuro has proven his worthon several occasions. Continuing on the efforts of his predecessor, Chojuro is committed to bringing the Hidden Mist on par with its counterparts.
Despite recent tremulous events shaking upBoruto: Naruto Next Generation’s narrative, Chojuro’s reign over the Hidden Mist Village remains steadfast. Chojuro is currently serving the Hidden Mist as the Sixth Mizukage, and his newfound policies are reflected in his nation’s prosperity.
