Is Amado evil in Boruto?

Amado Sanzu as seen in anime
Amado Sanzu as seen in anime (Image credit: Studio Pierrot)

Amado Sanzu in Boruto is a complex character. He was a former member of an organization known as Kara, led by Jigen. Moreover, he is a brilliant scientist, and his actions have significantly influenced the series' events. But there is a mysterious vibe around him that makes fans question: Is Amado truly evil, or is he a tragic figure driven by desperate motives? The short answer is that he is not evil, but a morally ambiguous character.

He initially was part of Kara, a secretive and formidable group behind much of the conflict in the Boruto universe. Amado was their primary head of research and development and was also responsible for taking on projects that would help towards the betterment of the organization.

Working within Kara, he had to make tough decisions that blurred the line between scientific progress and ethical transgression. His brilliant mind allowed him to innovate and advance Kara’s long-term plans; on the other hand, his readiness to sacrifice the well-being of innocents left viewers questioning his moral compass.

Amado and Shikamaru as seen in anime (Image credit: Studio Pierrot)
Amado and Shikamaru as seen in anime (Image credit: Studio Pierrot)

His character arc takes a turn when Amado defects from Kara, taking with him all the secret information he had about the organization and its members to Konoha. Amado decided to seek asylum in Konohagakure, and this act is driven by more than just self-preservation; he had a hidden motive. When Naruto and Shikamaru interrogated him, it was further revealed that he desires to resurrect his deceased daughter, Akebi Sanzu.

This revelation forms the emotional backbone of his subsequent actions. Especially, he gave Kawaki a Karma. Moreover, Amado’s interactions with leaders like Naruto, Shikamaru, and other high-ranking officials in Konohagakure swing between cooperation and mistrust.

Interestingly, his character in Boruto is a study in the intersection of scientific ambition and raw emotion. His scientific expertise allowed him to push boundaries of what was initially achievable, but his tragic background is a reminder as to why he is doing all of this in the first place.

Furthermore, Amado’s exploration of Karma and its transformative effects highlights the dangerous overlap between power and responsibility. His desperate attempt to know about Karma could not only backfire, but the costs of meddling with forces that are inherently destructive and transformative could be a catastrophe in Boruto.


Comparing Amado Sanzu with Orochimaru in

Boruto

The Naruto franchise rarely has multiple characters who could be compared with each other. Amado’s methods and motivations naturally evoke parallels with Orochimaru, a long-established figure notorious for his willingness to experiment on living subjects in pursuit of immortality and forbidden knowledge. But the key difference between them is that Orochimaru spent most of his life openly as a villain, whereas Amado is stuck in a morally gray area.

Currently, Orochimaru is not a direct ally to the Hidden Leaf village, and he continues his search for immortality. Amado claims to be an ally but has multiple intentions for choosing to be helpful. He helped them eradicate the Kara organization while also pursuing his personal scientific goals. This duality further complicates how viewers perceive him.


In conclusion, Amado Sanzu in Boruto is not inherently evil. His actions, while morally dubious, are driven by profound personal loss and a genuine belief that radical scientific methods can address seemingly unbridgeable gaps in fate. Also, with how much we know as viewers about him, he is a father who desperately wants his daughter back.

Fans have various theories abound: some argue that he might eventually betray Konohagakure if his personal goals are not met, while others see him as a tragic hero whose scientific contributions might help them safeguard against future threats. But for now, we will have to wait until the author decides to give more clarity about himself.

Edited by Sugnik Mondal