![]() It makes him hesitate when caught on a burning ship while Team 7 is telling him to swim to shore, but they, particularly Naruto, open him up again.Īoi Rokushō is a jōnin from Amegakure who was formerly an academy instructor in Konohagakure before his defection. You Are What You Hate: He's grown to detest everything about the shinobi lifestyle when we first meet him, though this is mainly due to trust issues regarding how Aoi used and betrayed him for his own gain.It makes him freeze up when Team Oboro burns his ship during the sailing portion of the race. Why Did It Have to Be Snakes?: He develops PTSD around fires after seemingly losing Ibiki in one.Realizing that he already has his boss' faith is the first step in his character development. He also becomes this to Jirōchō after being taken in by the Wasabi.Unfortunately, Ibiki doesn't approve of Idate's reasons for or dedication to become a ninja. Unwitting Pawn: To Aoi in much the same way Naruto was to Mizuki, with the prize being becoming a Chunin rather than graduating.Undying Loyalty: To Jirōchō for believing in him.He gets over his trust issues and even makes up with Ibiki. Took a Level in Kindness: He learns not to make light of his boss' faith in him and apologizes to Jirōchō after the fact.Took a Level in Badass: Over the course of his filler arc.Thought You Were Dead: Had no idea that Ibiki was still alive until Sakura and the others made the connection to his surname.Secret Test of Character: Failed one in the tenth question, having chosen to persist even knowing that if he passed, his teammates would fail.There is a good reason for that, though, and deep down, he's very much a good guy. Jerk with a Heart of Gold: He's a bit of a charmer, play-flirting with Sakura when he first meets her, and he really dislikes ninjas at first.After Aoi's defeat and some character growth, he allows Naruto to borrow it to get them across a bridge. He refuses to let anyone touch it be it Naruto or Aoi. It Was a Gift: When Jirōchō took him in, he gave the young Morino a decorated pocket knife which Idate holds very dear.Ibiki sees that Idate has grown and is proud, but his brother is still technically a missing-nin regardless of Aoi's manipulations so it's not like he'd be able to return to Konoha so easily if at all without some repercussion. Hot-Blooded: Not to the extent of Rock Lee, but still.Fragile Speedster: He's not much of a fighter, but he's still faster than most shinobi. ![]() Face–Heel Turn: It's not like he wanted to, but unwanted events lead him to that.Thankfully, he manages to overcome his demons by the end of the arc. Beneath the Mask: Beneath the facade of self-assurance and stubbornness lies an insecure young man who has doubts about his abilities to please his boss and self-hatred for seemingly letting his older brother burn to death while he just ran away.It is safe to say that they've changed tunes after he wins the race. All of the Other Reindeer: The other Wasabi besides Jirōchō find him to be somewhat annoying at the beginning of the arc and assume the worst when it looks like he ran away.Idate joins the Wasabi family after he's adopted by Jirōchō Wasabi, head of the Wasabi family in the Land of Tea. After Aoi defection to the Hidden Rain Village, Idate is framed for treason and defects from Konoha. Formerly a ninja of Konoha, he was manipulated by Aoi Rokushō to steal the 2nd Hokage's Raijin Sword (Blade of the Thunder Spirit). Idate Morino (森乃イダテ, Morino Idate) is the younger brother of Ibiki Morino. Universally Beloved Leader: The Tea citizens appear to have no complaints about Jirōchō or his family's rule, at least in comparison to the Wagarashi.Old Friend: He and Tsunade have known each other since their prime.The daimyō makes sure he doesn't have to follow through. I Gave My Word: Promises the otherwise corrupt minister that he'll dissolve the Wasabi due to Idate seemingly bailing at the start of the race.A Father to His Men: Especially towards Idate, who exaggerates the point when Naruto jabs that his role isn't as special as being Hokage.He took in Idate even when the boy had tried to rob him, showing that he believes in giving second chances. Cool Old Guy: We never see him fight, but his high moral values and willingness to protect his men show him to be pretty awesome.He appears in the first standalone filler as an old acquaintance of Tsunade's and returns five episodes later in a bigger role. His family has been opposed by the Wagarashi Family for many years and he hires Team 7 to bodyguard Idate during the Great Todoroki Shrine Competition. He is an old gambling friend of Tsunade's and serves as a mentor to Idate Morino. Jirōchō Wasabi is the head of the Wasabi Family in the Land of Tea.
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