Neji Hyuga is a shinobi of Konohagakure’s Hyuga clan. He is revered as a child prodigy in the popular and one of the biggest anime franchises in the world, ‘Naruto’. Though a prodigy even by the Hyūga’s standards, Neji was a member of the clan’s branch house. No matter how skilled he became, he would always be in service to the Hyūga’s main house. A fact that convinced him fate was predetermined.
After experiencing Naruto Uzumaki’s refusal to be limited by such an ideology, Neji realised his fate was what he chose it to be. As a member of Team Guy he sought the strength necessary to make the future he wanted for his family and friends. This is all of the reasons why he is just the most revered character in the anime. However, why does everyone revere him as a child prodigy? Read on to know more about it.
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Why Neji Hyuga Is Called A Child Prodigy?
A child born to the Noble Hyuga clan, he belongs to the branch house. However, he mastered the brilliance and tactical knowledge of their bloodline. ‘Byakugan‘ dojutsu, and taijutsu (like the gentle fist) arts that also revolves heavily around their genetic treats were mastered by him at a very young age.
Being a member of the branch house, he was forbidden to study the clan’s secret moves. Yet, Neji being a genius learnt all of that by just looking at how their clan teach it to Hinata and learnt it. He also finished at the top of his rookie class, all on his own. If this does not prove that he is a child prodigy, I don’t know what will.
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Neji Hyuga’s Impressive Observational Skill
He surprised all of his team mates and the third hokage, by his ability to see all the 361 “inner coils system” of the body’s chakra points. He also beat the opponents by locking the chakra flow. The pure natural talents of Neji were so impressive that the leader of the main house was shocked.
By merely looking and observing Neji was able to study and perfect the Hyuga fighting style and Byakugan dojutsu to levels none of the main house would ever achieve. That too, he achieved it even before becoming a ninja. With no sensei from his clan for his guidance, and yet he mastered the art. He is truly a genius, and a precious child prodigy.
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