The Naruto series is full of fascinating characters, clans, and abilities that make the world of shinobi so rich and diverse. One of the most intriguing and mysterious clans in the series is the Kaguya clan, a group of savage warriors who possessed a unique kekkei genkai that allowed them to manipulate their bones. But what is the origin of this clan, and how are they connected to the ultimate villain of the series, Kaguya Otsutsuki? In this article, we will explore the history, powers, and fate of the Kaguya clan, and reveal the truth behind their relation to Kaguya.
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The Origin of the Kaguya Clan
According to Narutopedia, the Kaguya clan were descendants of Kaguya Otsutsuki, a celestial being who came to Earth from another dimension and consumed the fruit of the God Tree, becoming the first wielder of chakra on Earth. She later merged with the tree to become the Ten-Tails, a monstrous beast that was sealed by her sons, Hagoromo and Hamura Otsutsuki. Hagoromo, also known as the Sage of Six Paths, later divided the chakra of the Ten-Tails into nine tailed beasts and spread chakra among humanity.
The Kaguya clan inherited a derivative of Kaguya’s original ability to manipulate her bone structures, which was called Shikotsumyaku. This ability was so powerful that even the war-loving Kaguya clan feared it. The clan was noted for being very barbaric and bloodthirsty, having no tactics when entering battle that they initiated simply to show off their ferocity.
The Powers of the Kaguya Clan
The Shikotsumyaku kekkei genkai gave the Kaguya clan members the ability to manipulate their skeletal structure to weaponize bones for battle. They could create blades, spikes, shields, and projectiles from their bones, as well as alter their density and shape. They could also regenerate any lost bones at an accelerated rate. The clan’s most famous technique was the Dance of the Larch, which allowed them to create a forest of bones from their body.
The Shikotsumyaku was regarded as the ultimate taijutsu ability, as it gave the user unparalleled offensive and defensive capabilities. However, it also had a drawback: it consumed a lot of calcium from the user’s body, which could lead to osteoporosis and other health problems. The clan members who possessed this ability also had a different body structure than others, which made it difficult for them to receive medical treatment.
The Fate of the Kaguya Clan
The Kaguya clan met its end when they attacked Kirigakure, a hidden village in the Land of Water. Even when surrounded and completely outmatched by superior forces, they refused to back down or retreat, preferring to fight to the death simply to entertain their own bloodlust. The only survivor of this massacre was Kimimaro, a young boy who did not share the same urge for senseless slaughter as his kin. He was later adopted by Orochimaru, a rogue ninja who experimented on him and used him as his loyal servant.
Kimimaro was one of Orochimaru’s most powerful followers, and he possessed five variations of the Dance of the Larch technique. He also had a strong bond with another orphan named Jugo, whose body produced natural senjutsu chakra that could enhance his physical abilities. Kimimaro was loyal to Orochimaru until his death, which was caused by a terminal illness that weakened his body. He died while fighting against Rock Lee and Gaara, two allies of Naruto Uzumaki.
The Conclusion
The Kaguya clan was a tragic example of how power can corrupt and destroy those who misuse it. They were descendants of one of the most powerful beings in existence, but they wasted their potential on mindless violence and self-destruction. They had no respect for life or peace, and they paid the price for their actions. They were not truly related to Kaguya Otsutsuki by blood, but by chakra. They inherited a fraction of her power, but none of her wisdom or compassion. They were a clan that lived by the sword and died by the sword.
