Rikumaru in Naruto

Rikumaru, a deer, is a fictional character in the popular manga and its anime adaptation, the Naruto series, written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto.

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Rikumaru is a Naruto series character who first appeared in Naruto Shippuden Episode 87, "When You Curse Someone, You Dig Your Own Grave." Rikumaru is one of the deers under the care of the Nara Clan of Konoha. He lives in the Nara Clan Forest.

All About Rikumaru

Name	Rikumaru
First Appearance in Anime	Naruto Shippuden Episode 87: When You Curse Someone, You Dig Your Own Grave
Japanese Voice Actor	NA
English Voice Actor	NA
Birthdate	Unknown
Gender	Male
Status	Presumably Alive (Based on his last appearance)
Affiliation	Nara Clan Konohagakure (Village Hidden in the Leaves)
Team	NA
Clan	NA

Rikumaru’s Background

Rikumaru is a deer that lives in the Nara Clan Forest, under the care of the renowned Nara clan of Konohagakure. He first appeared in the Akatsuki Suppression Mission. edge of the Nara clan forest.

In the arc, Rikumaru remained by Shikamaru Nara's side as he swore to Hidan, a rouge shinobi of Yugakure (Village Hidden in the Hotsprings) and a member of Akatsuki, that his clan would make sure to keep him buried there forever. He later followed Shikamaru to the border of the Nara Forest, where Shikamaru met Sakura Haruno, Sai, and Pakkun.

Rikumaru hasn’t appeared since. Due to his lack of appearance, it is close to impossible to determine his current status. For the time being, Rikumaru is believed to be alive and well until further information comes to light suggesting otherwise.

Rikumaru’s Personality

Rikumaru is very calm and is not afraid of humans, unlike most animals. He stood there and did not flee from the scene when Shikamaru fought Hidan.

Rikumaru’s Appearance

Rikumaru is an adult deer with light brown fur and dark brown eyes, just like any other deer. He also has two large black antlers on his head, much like a typical male deer.

Rikumaru’s Abilities

The information regarding Rikumaru’s abilities is unavailable.

Did You Know?

In the anime, Rikumaru stood by Shikamaru's side as he buried Hidan. In the manga, Rikumaru is not seen until Shikamaru meets Sakura, Sai, and Pakkun at the border of the Nara forest.
Antlers, such as Rikumaru’s, are used in a variety of medicinal products.

FAQs

Q. Who is Rikumaru in Naruto?

A. Rikumaru is a Naruto series character who first appeared in Naruto Shippuden Episode 87, "When You Curse Someone, You Dig Your Own Grave." Rikumaru is one of the deers under the care of the Nara Clan of Konoha. He lives in the Nara Clan Forest.

Q. Who is Hidan in Naruto?

A. Hidan was a member of the infamous criminal organization, the Akatsuki, and was a rogue shinobi from Yugakure, also known as the Village Hidden in Hot Water. Hidan was a worshiper of Jashin and played the role of an antagonist in the series.

Q. Who is Shikamaru in Naruto?

A. Shikamaru Nara is a member, current head in the new era, of the renowned Nara clan of Konohagakure, also known as the Village Hidden in the Leaves. He is a jonin-ranking shinobi and as well as the right-hand man to the Seventh Hokage, Naruto Uzumaki.