Hashirama

Hashirama Senju, commonly known as the First Hokage, was a renowned shinobi of the Senju clan and a key founder of Konohagakure. Along with Madara Uchiha, he helped establish a hidden village intended to end the ongoing wars between clans by promoting unity and welfare for its people. He led the village in its early years and laid its social and political foundations.

Hashirama possessed exceptionally large chakra reserves and mastery of Mokuton, or Wood Release, a kekkei genkai that blends earth and water. He could create and control living wood constructs, including forested environments and wood golems, using them for offense, defense, and control of the battlefield. His wood release was regarded as among the most formidable abilities of his era.

The peace-oriented vision Hashirama championed was tested by the intense rivalry with Madara Uchiha, and their partnership ultimately dissolved after a climactic confrontation. He died in his later years, with sources offering varying explanations for the exact cause, commonly described as illness or the fatigue of extended conflict. His death left a lasting impact on Konoha’s leadership and historical narrative.

Hashirama’s legacy extended beyond his lifetime. His cells were later used by other shinobi to augment their abilities, and his approach to governance—emphasizing diplomacy, welfare, and unity—continued to influence Konoha’s culture and institutions. In the broader Naruto mythos, he is remembered as a legendary figure and a founder whose efforts helped shape the village and its ideals, earning enduring recognition among generations of shinobi.