Story of Itachi Uchiha: A double agent protecting his brother

Itachi Uchiha is easily one of the most popular characters of Naruto anime. He was the man who killed the entire Uchiha clan but couldn’t lay a finger on his younger brother. Do you want to know what makes Itachi so popular? His role working as a double agent within the Akatsuki and protecting his brother formed the base of his story. We will tell you about the complexities of his spy plot that makes him probably the greatest anti-hero in the anime world.

Itachi Uchiha‘s Role in the Akatsuki

 As the curtain rises on Itachi Uchiha, it was believed that his initial purpose of joining the Akatsuki was to be a grave danger to Konoha. But all of it was a plan for Itachi to stay close to the Akatsuki and protect Konoha. Not many high ranking shinobi were unaware of it, these details were revealed in Itachi Shinden book and dialogues from Sasuke’s interrogation of Fugaku. It’s crucial to note that the higher-ups in the Akatsuki were well aware of Itachi Uchiha’s true loyalties yet they knew having Itachi with them could be useful. Obito, Pain, and Konan were aware of this information and were fostering an environment of suspicion and limited trust on both the sides.

Despite being a double agent, Itachi did not leak crucial information to Konoha. The Akatsuki leaders’ mistrust in him played a pivotal role in this. Even when he had opportunities to reveal the Akatsuki’s goals during encounters with Jiraiya and Kakashi, Itachi maintained silence. This just goes to prove that he did not owe any loyalty to the Hidden leaf village either.

A Free Agent Rather Than a Double Agent

   As the story progresses, Itachi Uchiha’s role evolves into that of a free agent rather than a conventional double agent. His intention was to ensure that Madara, the mastermind behind the Akatsuki, did not attack Konoha ensuring Sasuke’s safety. Itachi Uchiha’s decisions to disclose certain information were deliberate and strategic. During the mission to capture Naruto, he subtly sabotaged the mission, sparing Kakashi and others. This deliberate effort ensured that Naruto remained safe, and the Akatsuki’s strength was not diminished.

Obito’s Manipulations and Information Concealment:

   Obito, a master manipulator had also not disclosed all details to Nagato (Pain). Nagato’s apparent shock because of Itachi can be attributed to information concealment by Obito. While serving as a double agent, Itachi played a crucial role in Konoha as well. He prevented a major attack on the village and informed key figures about the Akatsuki’s goals, showcasing his commitment to protect Sasuke.

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Itachi Uchiha’s role as a double agent is a complex web of loyalties and strategic maneuvers. His primary objective was to safeguard Konoha from potential Akatsuki threats while keeping a watchful eye on the organization. The intricacies of the spy plot, coupled with the mistrust within the Akatsuki, make Itachi’s character a fascinating study in the Naruto series.

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