This article contains spoilers from Boruto: Two Blue Vortex.
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Boruto: Two Blue Vortexhas changed the world ofNarutoforever, and fans know very well that the series is bound to see even bigger and more catastrophic changes being made to the world, if the prologue is anything to go by. Right now,Boruto: Two Blue Vortexis showing the fans the battles between the Shinju and the ninjas, and these are battles that must be absolutely won, or the whole ninja world could be jeopardized.
As Konoha is the strongest of the ninja villages, it is no surprise to know that fans expect this village to have the strongest Hokage at the helm. Unfortunately, Naruto is sealed away, and Shikamaru stands in his absence. As such, Kishimoto has already decidedto elect a new Hokage for Konoha, and it is most certainly not going to be Sarada, at least for now.
Konoha Will Have To Get A New Hokage Soon
The first thing that fans need to keep in mind when discussing the Hokage position in Konoha is that Shikamaru Nara may be called the 8th Hokage, but he isn’t actually the official Hokage. He is just in this position as an interim and he will eventually have to either take the position permanently, or someone else will have to step in. Based on the direction that the story is taking, it seems that Shikamaru is well aware of the fact that Naruto Uzumaki is alive, which means he’s holding out for his return.
I’m the Hokage, which means the whole village is my family! — Naruto Uzumaki
But,will Naruto return before Konoha’s destruction? More importantly, can Konoha hold out without a proper Hokage for any longer? These are important questions to address and fans know very well that Konoha must resolve their issue quickly or be overrun by foes from all sides. The most logical answer to the problem is for Konoha to get a new Hokage as soon as possible.
Konohamaru Sarutobi Will Be The Next Hokage
Konohamaru Is Already Being Groomed For Command
While Shikamaru Nara is the Hokage right now, he won’t hold this position for long, and he most certainly won’t bethe official 8th Hokage. That position seems to be reserved for someone already, and that’s Konohamaru Sarutobi. As fans know, Konohamaru has had great buildup for becoming the next Hokage, right from the early Naruto days. More often than not, Kishimoto delivers upon the dreams of his characters, so Konohamaru becoming the Hokage should be possible.
I will be the Seventh, Big Bro Naruto will be the Sixth! — Konohamaru Sarutobi
At the same time, it must be remembered that Naruto most likely won’t return until much later in the story. In other words,Kawaki and Boruto’s battlehas to happen first and Konoha will face destruction as well.
After that, the series will already be approaching its end, and that only means one thing: A New Hokage for Konoha.
Sarada Will Follow Konohamaru
The fact is that both Konohamaru and Saradahave to fulfill their dreams in theBorutoseries, and if Naruto returns as Hokage, that would make it impossible. As such, Konoha’s next, and possibly even immediate, Hokage is going to be Konohamaru Sarutobi, undeserved as that may be. He will eventually be followed by the 9th Hokage, and that’s none other than Sarada Uchiha.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 25 is set for its official release on July 09, 2025. The release time of the chapter is 10 AM EST/ 3 PM UTC. As always, fans can read the chapter officially for free on theManga Plusand the Shonen Jump apps.
Boruto
Boruto is an action anime series that continues years after the events of Naruto, now in the shoes of the next generation - many of which are the children of the protagonists from the original series. Boruto follows the titular character, the son of Naruto, who seeks to impress his father. Together with the other ninjas-in-training, Boruto will battle to overcome trials and threats even more significant than his father ever faced.
