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{{translation|'''Zabuza Momochi'''|桃地再不斬|Momochi Zabuza}}, given the moniker {{translation|'''Demon of the Hidden Mist'''|霧隠れの鬼人|Kirigakure no Kijin}}, was a [[missing-nin]] from [[Kirigakure]]'s [[Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist]], and the first major antagonist of the series.
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{{translation|'''Zabuza Momochi'''|桃地再不斬|Momochi Zabuza}}, given the moniker {{translation|'''Demon of the Hidden Mist'''|霧隠れの鬼人|Kirigakure no Kijin}}, was a [[missing-nin]] from [[Kirigakure]]'s [[Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist]].
   
 
== Background ==
 
== Background ==
[[File:Zabuza2.PNG|left|thumb|Zabuza as a Kirigakure ninja.]]
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[[File:Zabuza2.PNG|left|thumb|Zabuza during his time as a Kirigakure ninja.]]
During the term of the Fourth [[Mizukage]], [[Yagura]], Kirigakure began the practice of pitting [[Academy]] graduates against each other in death matches as a final exam with the exceptionally skilled students named prime candidates for the [[Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist]]. After Zabuza, not yet a student himself, killed over one hundred of his classmates, the practice was discontinued and he would thereafter be known as the "Demon of the Hidden Mist". His fame grew over the years as he became an [[ANBU]], killing the [[Konohagakure]] ninja [[Kumade Toriichi]] at that time, before finally joining the Seven Swordsmen. At some point, he discovered [[Haku]], a child with a special [[kekkei genkai]] and began training him to be the ultimate weapon. In time, after his assassination attempt on the Mizukage in a coup d'etat failed, Zabuza subsequently fled with Haku and some other followers, such as the [[Demon Brothers]].
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Before the term of the Fourth [[Mizukage]], [[Yagura Karatachi]], Kirigakure began the practice of pitting [[Kirigakure Academy]] graduates against each other in death matches as a final exam with the exceptionally skilled students named prime candidates for the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. After Zabuza, not yet a student himself, killed over one hundred Academy students,<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 14 pages 5-7</ref> the practice was discontinued and he would thereafter be known as the "Demon of the Hidden Mist". His fame grew over the years as he became an [[Anbu]], killing the [[Konohagakure]] ninja [[Kumade Toriichi]] at that time, before finally joining the Seven Swordsmen. At some point, he discovered [[Haku]], a child with a special [[kekkei genkai]] and began training him to be the ultimate weapon. In the anime, he and Haku witnessed the [[Kaguya clan]] attacking Kirigakure yet chose not to help his village. Soon after, they encountered [[Kimimaro]], the soon-to-be-sole survivor of the Kaguya. Although Haku wanted to talk to the boy, Zabuza forced him to leave Kimimaro alone and keep moving.<ref>''Naruto'' episode 126</ref>
   
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During the Fourth Mizukage's reign over the Bloody Mist, Zabuza came to disagree with the workings of the village. He gathered a group of followers and attempted a coup d'etat against the Mizukage, only to be betrayed by one of their own;<ref name="SH">''Shikamaru Hiden''</ref> resulting in a failed attempt on Yagura's life.<ref>''[[Kai no Sho]]'', page 119</ref><ref name="c30p15">''Naruto'' chapter 30, page 15</ref> Zabuza subsequently fled the village with Haku and some other followers, such as the [[Demon Brothers]], becoming [[Mercenary Ninja|mercenaries]] in order to gather funds for a second attempt in the future, which is why he worked with [[Gatō]].<ref name="c30p15" /> With his departure he took the Kubikiribōchō with him, causing Kirigakure to lose one of its famed swords. As Zabuza was accepting work from corrupt people, however, many of his followers became disillusioned about such goals and left; one of whom was [[Gengo]].<ref name="SH" />
The anime adds Zabuza to scenes depicting the [[Kaguya clan]]'s history, revealing to have witnessed the Kaguya attacking Kirigakure yet choosing not to help his village. Soon after, he and Haku later ran into Kimimaro, the sole survivor of the Kaguya. Although Haku wanted to talk to the boy, Zabuza forced him to leave Kimimaro alone and keep moving.<ref>''Naruto'' episode 126</ref>
 
   
 
== Personality ==
 
== Personality ==
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According to his former follower [[Gengo]], Zabuza was once seen as charismatic and inspiring as he had previously dreamed of a society with [[shinobi]] as the ruling class; a dream which motivated his attempted coup against the [[Yagura Karatachi|Fourth Mizukage]] whom he disagreed with. However he would become bitter and cynical after the coup ended in failure, and over time made him a ruthless hitman willing to be hired out by anyone corrupt.
Zabuza was initially portrayed as aggressive, arrogant, cruel, cold and ambitious, willing to become [[Gatō]]'s thug to gain enough funds to start a second coup d'etat on the Mizukage, and kill anyone who stood in his path, including plotting to kill Gatō once he had received enough funds from him. His reputation for cruelty and ruthlessness began as a child where he killed every single candidate in Kirigakure's [[Academy]], earning him the moniker of {{translation|"Demon of the Hidden Mist"|霧隠れの鬼人|Kirigakure no Kijin}}. He willingly uses his own men and others as pawns to fulfil his ambitions, as he raised Haku to be an efficient tool to be discarded when he had no use to exploit; although unlike future antagonists, he was blunt about the purpose that his recruits were needed for, lacking the manipulation of pretending to be benevolent to inspire loyalty.
 
   
 
Zabuza was initially portrayed as aggressive, arrogant, cruel, cold and ambitious, willing to become [[Gatō]]'s thug to gain enough funds to start a second coup d'etat on the Mizukage and have the nation under his feet,<ref name="c30p15" /> and kill anyone who stood in his path, including plotting to kill Gatō once he had received enough funds from him. His reputation for cruelty and ruthlessness began as a child where he killed every single candidate in Kirigakure's Academy, earning him the moniker of {{translation|"Demon of the Hidden Mist"|霧隠れの鬼人|Kirigakure no Kijin}}. He willingly uses his own men and others as pawns to fulfil his ambitions, as he raised Haku to be an efficient tool to be discarded when he had no use to exploit; although unlike future antagonists, he was blunt about the purpose that his recruits were needed for, forgoing any form of manipulation by pretending to be benevolent to inspire loyalty. This corresponds with his cynical view of the world, which only consists of the used and the users, as well as viewing shinobi to be nothing more than tools. Despite this outward attitude, Zabuza grew to care deeply for Haku and viewed him to be far more than a tool.
He is an observant adversary who is able to analyse his opponent's techniques after seeing it once, but becomes overconfident if he sees the technique as useless. In his last moments, it is revealed that he cared deeply for Haku, and after being convinced by [[Naruto Uzumaki]], he sacrifices his life to kill Gatō, and dies wishing he could join Haku in the afterlife. However, he seems reluctant to speak or hear about it, telling whoever does so to shut up. Kakashi has also noted that Zabuza had hesitated for a moment before the thought of slashing through Haku to get to Kakashi during their battle on the bridge; the lack of hesitation during the Fourth Shinobi War made Kakashi know that the controlled Zabuza was completely different.
 
   
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[[File:Zabuza Crying.png|thumb|right|Zabuza crying after hearing Naruto's words about Haku.]]
He has also shown a sense of honour, as seen after his reincarnation when he expressed disgust about the idea of working for anyone who would stoop down so low as to use the dead as their tools, in the meantime making the revived immortal. His sense of honour is extended even further when he pleads with Kakashi to stop him and Haku from causing damage.
 
 
He is an observant adversary who is able to analyse his opponent's techniques after seeing it once, but becomes overconfident if he sees the technique as useless. Despite his ruthlessness, Zabuza possessed a softer side that he himself was largely unaware of. After Haku's death, while Zabuza initially only laughs at his usefulness, Kakashi notes Zabuza is no longer able to fight to his true potential as he is secretly distraught at Haku's loss. In his last moments, Zabuza realised how deeply he truly cared for Haku, and after being convinced by [[Naruto Uzumaki]], he sacrifices his life to kill Gatō, and dies wishing he could join Haku in the afterlife. However, he seems reluctant to speak or hear about it, telling whoever does so to shut up. Kakashi has also noted that Zabuza had hesitated for a moment before the thought of slashing through Haku to get to Kakashi during their battle on the bridge; the lack of hesitation during the Fourth Shinobi War made Kakashi know that the controlled Zabuza was completely different.
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He has also shown a sense of honour, as seen after his reincarnation when he expressed disgust about the idea of working for anyone who would stoop down so low as to use the dead as their tools, in the meantime making the revived immortal. His sense of honour is extended even further when he pleads with Kakashi to stop him and Haku from causing damage, wishing his death as a human being to be preserved.
   
 
== Appearance ==
 
== Appearance ==
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{{ImgRight|Zabuza-Haku.jpg|An unmasked Zabuza with Haku.}}
 
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Zabuza OL.png|Zabuza's initial appearance when confronting Team 7.
Zabuza was a tall and noticeably muscular man with pale skin, short spiky black hair, brown eyes, and small eyebrows. He was normally seen wearing bandages like a mask over the bottom half of his face. Under his mask, he had a relatively narrow jawline and jagged-teeth, a trait he shared with his fellow Swordsmen. He wore his [[forehead protector]] sideways on his head, and prior to his defection from Kirigakure, donned the village's standard uniform and [[flak jacket]]. After his defection, and during his first appearance, he was seen shirtless, with his chest only covered by a belt to which he attached his [[Kubikiribōchō]], wearing baggy pants with the striped pattern typical of Kirigakure and mimetic wrist-warmers extending up to his elbows, with matching leg-warmers. During his second appearance, he wore a sleeveless black shirt and matching pants, complete with a waist-guard, and yet again, Kirigakure's striped wrist and leg-warmers. Other swordsmen of his generation wore attire identical to this, implying that they might be clothes related to the group. While donning this attire, much like his fellow Swordsmen, he had bandages loosely tied around his neck like a scarf.
 
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Zabuza full.png|Zabuza's full appearance.
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Zabuza was a tall and noticeably muscular man with light grayish skin, short spiky black hair, dark brown eyes, and small eyebrows. He was normally seen wearing bandages like a mask over the bottom half of his face. Under his mask, he had a relatively narrow jawline and jagged-teeth, a trait he shared with his fellow Swordsmen. He wore his [[forehead protector]] sideways on his head, and prior to his defection from Kirigakure, donned the village's Anbu uniform and [[flak jacket]]. After his defection, and during his first appearance, he was seen shirtless, with his chest only covered by a belt to which he attached his [[Kubikiribōchō]], wearing baggy pants with the striped pattern typical of Kirigakure and mimetic wrist-warmers extending up to his elbows, with matching leg-warmers.
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During his second appearance, he wore a sleeveless black shirt and matching pants, complete with a waist-guard, and yet again, Kirigakure's striped wrist and leg-warmers. Other swordsmen of his generation wore attire identical to this, implying that they might be clothes related to the group. While donning this attire, much like his fellow Swordsmen, he had bandages loosely tied around his neck like a scarf.
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As a child, Zabuza's attire consisted of a dark sleeveless shirt with light shoulder-straps and a circular mark on the back, sporting the kanji for {{translation|demon|鬼|oni}}. He also wore dark pants with two straps covering the bottom and a hip pouch, along with black shinobi-sandals and dark fingerless gloves.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 14, page 7</ref>
   
 
== Abilities ==
 
== Abilities ==
[[File:Zabuza aura.png|thumb|left|Zabuza's demon shroud.]]
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[[File:Zabuza aura.png|thumb|Zabuza's demon shroud.]]
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Zabuza was one of Kirigakure's most powerful shinobi ever produced. Vicious in battle, his talent for combat was seen even as a child, who had yet to begin in the Academy, as he killed over one hundred trained students single-handedly. As an adult, he could compete against one of Konohagakure's strongest in [[Kakashi Hatake]] for an extended period of time. Even when gravely injured and both arms crippled, Zabuza remained a dangerous adversary, being able to strike down dozens of Gatō's specially hired men and even Gatō himself.
Zabuza was a very vicious and powerful fighter. Even as a child who had yet to begin in the Academy, he had enough prowess to kill over a 100 trained students single-handedly. He was strong enough to effortlessly wield the large [[Kubikiribōchō]] for long periods of time, even with one hand, as well as fast enough to match [[Kakashi]] in both movements and [[hand seals]]. His strength and agility was further proven when he held up Kakashi with one hand and a [[Fūma Shuriken]] in the other and was able to jump high enough to dodge a second shuriken, which was at the level of his neck while the Kubikiribōchō was still strapped to his back. True to his moniker, Zabuza possessed an incredible amount of chakra and physical resistance: after fighting Kakashi and having both of his arms injured beyond use, he could charge against [[Gatō]]'s thugs, killing many of them with just a [[kunai]] held in his mouth, and eventually, despite having a large number of spears and bladed weapons stuck in his body by the enemies, he reached and killed Gatō as well.
 
   
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=== Physical and Chakra Prowess ===
While he preferred to attack an opponent directly with his sword, Zabuza was also highly capable at misdirections and was also a master of stealth and assassination. He had an extensive knowledge of the most vulnerable organs in the human body, and, above all, enough skill to kill opponents through zero visibility, something that made him renowned even amongst [[ANBU]] members from other [[Five Great Shinobi Countries|countries]]. Kakashi noted his [[Silent Killing]] prowess was second to none. This technique puts the victim under tremendous pressure before Zabuza even attacks, as it is noted that even the slightest movement of the eye can alert Zabuza of his victim's location.
 
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[[File:Zabuza wields kunai.png|left|thumb|Even while severely injured, Zabuza fights on with a single kunai in his mouth.]]
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Zabuza was very physically strong, able to effortlessly wield the large Kubikiribōchō for long periods of time unfazed, even with one hand. He was also blazingly fast and equally proficient in [[taijutsu]], able to match [[Kakashi]] in both and with the latter able to fight off and kill dozens of Gatō's men with the loss of both his arms, using well-coordinated kicks and a kunai in his mouth. During which, he showed remarkable levels of stamina and endurance, able to continue fighting effectively despite the injuries he received from Kakashi and the large number of blades that pierced him. Zabuza could also take a direct hit from a [[Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique|powerful water technique]] seemingly without major damage and still move relatively normal shortly afterwards.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 15, page 15</ref>
   
 
Zabuza was also a master of stealth and assassination. He was most renowned throughout all [[Five Great Shinobi Countries|countries]] for his high skill in killing opponents through zero visibility. Kakashi noted that his [[Silent Killing]] prowess was second to none. This technique puts the victim under tremendous pressure before Zabuza even attacks, as it is noted that even the slightest movement of the eye was enough to alert Zabuza of his victim's location.
Befitting his ANBU status, Zabuza seemed knowledgeable in foreign techniques and [[kekkei genkai]], having knowledge of the [[Sharingan]] and instantly recognising the [[Shadow Clone Technique]].
 
   
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True to his moniker, Zabuza possessed an incredibly strong chakra, which could be visibly seen when released, taking the image of a demon. Even while barely standing, a [[Killing Intent|single glare]] from Zabuza left the remainder of Gatō's thugs stiff with fear. Likewise, Zabuza has very advanced chakra control, able to perform a second technique while maintaining another.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 13, page 8</ref>
Zabuza was also implied to be good at teaching, as it was under his tutelage that [[Haku]] managed to become such a powerful shinobi despite his young age.
 
   
=== Kenjutsu ===
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=== Ninjutsu ===
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==== Kenjutsu ====
 
[[File:Zabuza's sword.png|thumb|Zabuza with his Kubikiribōchō.]]
 
[[File:Zabuza's sword.png|thumb|Zabuza with his Kubikiribōchō.]]
During his time as a Kirigakure-nin, Zabuza was one of the [[Seven Swordsmen of the Mist]], a group composed of the village's top [[sword]]smen. The generation of swordsmen he belonged to was noted as the strongest ever produced within Kirigakure, a further testament to Zabuza's impressive skills. Zabuza's signature weapon was the [[Kubikiribōchō]], an over-sized broad sword, whose shape was thought to decapitate enemies. This large weapon has the unique ability to absorb and utilise the [[wikipedia:Iron|iron]] from all the [[wikipedia:Hemoglobin|blood]] it sheds, from whoever it cuts, in order to reform itself if damaged or broken. Zabuza was a master in its use, being capable of dispatching numerous enemies with a few slashes, and claiming that his sword "never cut a second time", implying to have killed a large number of people with a single attack.
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During his time as a Kiri-nin, Zabuza was one of the Seven Swordsmen of the Mist, a group composed of the village's top [[sword]]smen. The generation of swordsmen he belonged to was noted as the strongest ever produced within Kirigakure, a further testament to Zabuza's impressive skills. Zabuza's signature weapon was the Kubikiribōchō, an over-sized broad sword, whose shape was thought to decapitate enemies. This large weapon has the unique ability to absorb and utilise the [[Wikipedia:Iron|iron]] from all the [[Wikipedia:Hemoglobin|blood]] it sheds, from whoever it cuts, keeping it strong and sharp on its own, even reform itself if damaged or broken. Zabuza was a master in its use, being capable of dispatching numerous enemies with a few slashes, and claiming that his sword "never cut a second time", implying to have killed a large number of people with a single attack.
 
The weapon's weight didn't seem to slow Zabuza down at all, as he could employ it in combat for extended periods of time with no visible strain on himself, something [[Suigetsu Hōzuki]] hasn't achieved. Apart from handling it very skilfully, Zabuza could also throw it spinning at several enemies with enough power to lodge itself into a hard tree trunk.
 
   
 
The weapon's weight didn't seem to slow Zabuza down at all, as he could employ it in combat for extended periods of time with no visible strain on himself, something [[Suigetsu Hōzuki]] hasn't achieved. Apart from handling it very skilfully, Zabuza could also [[Flying Revolving Sword|throw]] it to great distances, even spinning at several enemies with enough power to lodge itself into a hard tree trunk.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 11, page 17</ref>
He also wielded a [[kunai]] with a sharp protrusion on one side (which in the anime is Kirigakure's variation of the standard kunai), designed for thrusting and stabbing instead of slicing, which fit his stealthy attributes perfectly.
 
   
 
He also wielded a [[kunai]] with a sharp protrusion on one side (which in the anime is Kirigakure's variation of the standard kunai), designed for thrusting and stabbing instead of slicing, which fit his stealthy attributes perfectly. Zabuza could also use [[fūma shuriken]] in a similar fashion; using them in melee combat by spinning the weapon within his hand to attack his opponent.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 15, page 5</ref>
=== Nature Transformation ===
 
[[File:Water Dragon.jpg|thumb|left|Zabuza and Kakashi using the Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique.]]
 
Zabuza had great skill in [[Water Release]] techniques. He could perform several of them while keeping a separate one active, as seen when he kept Kakashi trapped in the [[Water Prison Technique]] while at the same time attacking the rest of Team 7 with a [[water clone]]; he could maintain several of these clones at the same time, often using them as diversions. He also showed proficiency in large-scale, highly destructive water-attacks from launching powerful torrents of water in the forms of [[Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique|dragon missiles]] and [[Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique|giant waterfalls]] at his opponents.
 
   
 
==== Nature Transformation ====
Zabuza was especially adept at the [[Hiding in Mist Technique]], as it made his [[Silent Killing]] even easier to perform. By blanketing the area in a thick mist, Zabuza could blind his targets, making it even more difficult for them to defend against him. Though he would be blinded too, Zabuza could strike his opponents without the need of sight, instead focusing on any slight sounds made by the opponents. In this manner, Zabuza was capable of carrying out stealthy attacks even in completely open spaces, able to suddenly disappear from enemy's sight and then strike unseen. His skill with this technique was such that he could create an impenetrable mist without the need of an immediate source of water nearby. Even [[Kabuto Yakushi]] kept Zabuza's use of the technique in high regard, as seen when he was willing to sacrifice other [[Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation|reincarnated]] shinobi to protect Zabuza and keep the Hiding in Mist Technique going.
 
 
[[File:Zabuza traps Kakashi.png|left|thumb|Zabuza traps Kakashi using the Water Prison Technique.]]
 
Zabuza had great skill in [[Water Release]] techniques. He could perform several of them while keeping a separate one active, as seen when he kept Kakashi trapped in the [[Water Prison Technique]] while at the same time attacking the rest of Team 7 with a [[water clone]]. He could maintain several of these clones at the same time, often using them as diversions. He also showed proficiency in large-scale, highly destructive water-attacks from launching powerful torrents of water in the forms of [[Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique|dragon bullets]] and [[Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique|giant waterfalls]] at his opponents.
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[[File:Hiding in Mist Technique.png|thumb|Zabuza using the Hiding in Mist Technique.]]
 
Zabuza was especially adept at the [[Hiding in Mist Technique]], as it made his Silent Killing even easier to perform. By blanketing the area in a thick mist, Zabuza could blind his targets, making it even more difficult for them to defend against him. In this manner, Zabuza was capable of carrying out stealthy attacks even in completely open spaces, able to suddenly disappear from an enemy's sight and then strike unseen. His skill with this technique was such that he could create an impenetrable mist without the need of an immediate source of water nearby. Even [[Kabuto Yakushi]] kept Zabuza's use of the technique in high regard, as seen when he was willing to sacrifice other [[Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation|reincarnated]] shinobi to protect Zabuza and keep the Hiding in Mist Technique going.
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=== Intelligence ===
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While he preferred using direct attacks, Zabuza was also highly capable at misdirections. From his Anbu days, Zabuza possessed extensive knowledge of the human body's pressure points and most vulnerable organs. Zabuza was also knowledgeable in foreign techniques and kekkei genkai, having knowledge of the [[Sharingan]] and instantly recognising the [[Shadow Clone Technique]]. Zabuza was also a skilled teacher, as it was under his tutelage that Haku managed to become such a powerful shinobi despite his young age.
   
 
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== Part I ==
 
== Part I ==
=== Land of Waves Arc ===
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=== Prologue — Land of Waves ===
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[[File:Water Release Water Clone.png|thumb|left|Zabuza clashing with Kakashi and Team 7.]]
 
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[[File:Zabuza's Silent Killing.png|left|thumb|Zabuza bypasses the Manji Formation.]]
In order to gain funds for a second coup d’état, Zabuza became a mercenary assassin for hire. As one of his jobs, he was hired by [[Gatō]] to kill a bridge builder named [[Tazuna]]. When the [[Demon Brothers]] were sent to eliminate Tazuna and failed, Zabuza decided to take care of him personally. Upon tracking down his target, Zabuza found that Tazuna was being protected by [[Kakashi Hatake]] and his students. Wanting to test his ability, Zabuza challenged Kakashi to a battle, and Kakashi complied by revealing his [[Sharingan]].
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On one of his missions, Zabuza became hired by Gatō to kill a bridge builder named [[Tazuna]] who is a threat to his employer's business. When the Demon Brothers failed to eliminate Tazuna intimidating a furious Gatō with his sword — Zabuza decided to take care of the bridge-builder personally. Upon tracking down his target, Zabuza found that Tazuna was being protected by Kakashi Hatake and his students. Wanting to test his ability, Zabuza challenged Kakashi to a battle, and Kakashi complied by revealing his Sharingan.
   
 
[[File:Kakashi And Zabuza Battling.PNG|thumb|Zabuza battling Kakashi.]]
 
[[File:Kakashi And Zabuza Battling.PNG|thumb|Zabuza battling Kakashi.]]
Soon after the battle began, Zabuza managed to catch Kakashi off guard, and trapped him with his [[Water Prison Technique]]. Needing to stay with Kakashi to keep him imprisoned, Zabuza sent a [[water clone]] to kill Tazuna and the rest of Kakashi's team, believing it to be a simple matter. However, [[Naruto Uzumaki]] created a plan and with the help of [[Sasuke Uchiha]], managed to sneak up on Zabuza, forcing him to release Kakashi. Kakashi and Zabuza resumed their battle, though Kakashi's Sharingan quickly gave him the upper hand. Copying Zabuza's [[Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique]] before he could use it, Kakashi managed to defeat Zabuza.
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Soon after the battle began, Zabuza managed to catch Kakashi off guard, and trapped him with his Water Prison Technique. Needing to stay with Kakashi to keep him imprisoned, Zabuza sent a water clone to kill Tazuna and the rest of Kakashi's team, believing it to be a simple matter. However, Naruto Uzumaki created a plan and with the help of [[Sasuke Uchiha]], managed to sneak up on Zabuza, forcing him to release Kakashi. Kakashi and Zabuza resumed their battle, though Kakashi's Sharingan quickly gave him the upper hand. Copying Zabuza's [[Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique]] before he could use it, Kakashi managed to defeat Zabuza.
   
 
Before Zabuza could be killed by Kakashi, however, Haku appeared, disguised as a [[hunter-nin]], and threw two needles into Zabuza's neck, apparently killing him. Taking Zabuza's body away, under the guise of needing to destroy it, Haku revived Zabuza, the needles having been used to paralyse him. Although Zabuza's life had been saved, he needed a week to recover, and he planned to kill Tazuna and Kakashi then.
 
Before Zabuza could be killed by Kakashi, however, Haku appeared, disguised as a [[hunter-nin]], and threw two needles into Zabuza's neck, apparently killing him. Taking Zabuza's body away, under the guise of needing to destroy it, Haku revived Zabuza, the needles having been used to paralyse him. Although Zabuza's life had been saved, he needed a week to recover, and he planned to kill Tazuna and Kakashi then.
   
[[File:Zabuza Caught.PNG|thumb|left|Zabuza caught by Kakashi's ninken.]]
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[[File:Zabuza Caught.PNG|left|thumb|Zabuza caught by Kakashi's ninken.]]
A week later, Zabuza and Haku appeared before Team 7 for a rematch. As Haku dealt with Kakashi's students, Zabuza dealt with Kakashi. Having been told how the Sharingan worked by Haku, Zabuza blanketed the area in a thick mist, to avoid falling prey to the Sharingan's influence. In doing so, Zabuza was able to slash Kakashi with his sword, greatly damaging his opponent. Kakashi, however, allowed himself to be attacked, and summoned his [[ninken]] to sniff out the blood, now on Zabuza's sword, to track and pin him down.
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A week later, Zabuza and Haku appeared before Team 7 for a rematch. As Haku dealt with Kakashi's students, Zabuza dealt with Kakashi. Having been told how the Sharingan worked by Haku, Zabuza blanketed the area in a thick mist and kept his eyes closed to negate both of the Sharingan's capabilities. In doing so, Zabuza was able to slash Kakashi with his sword, greatly damaging his opponent. Kakashi, however, allowed himself to be attacked, and summoned his [[ninken]] to sniff out the blood, now on Zabuza's sword as well as take advantage of the fact Zabuza was keeping his eyes closed in a heavy fog to land a surprise attack and pin him down.
   
With Zabuza unable to fight back, Kakashi prepared to kill Zabuza with his [[Lightning Cutter]], and charged at Zabuza. Before the Lightning Cutter could meet its mark, however, Haku appeared as a human shield, and took the full force of the attack, fulfilling his promise of being a tool for his master. Freed as a result of Haku's intervention, and not willing to allow the opening Haku had created to go to waste, Zabuza tried to slash through Haku's body to kill Kakashi but Kakashi was able to avoid it and disable Zabuza.
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With Zabuza unable to fight back, Kakashi prepared to kill Zabuza with his [[Lightning Cutter]], and charged at Zabuza. Before the Lightning Cutter could meet its mark, however, Haku appeared as a human shield, and took the full force of the attack, fulfilling his promise of being a tool for his master. Freed as a result of Haku's intervention, and not willing to allow the opening Haku had created to go to waste, Zabuza tried to slash through Haku's body to kill Kakashi, but Kakashi was able to avoid it and injure Zabuza in the arm, disabling him.
   
 
With Zabuza no longer able to battle, Gatō arrived, and revoked their agreement so that he could have his own henchmen kill Tazuna instead. No longer having a reason to kill Tazuna, Zabuza ended his battle with Kakashi, although Naruto was not satisfied by this. Angered that Haku died for Zabuza, while Zabuza had shown no signs of remorse, Naruto lectured him on the feelings Haku had for him, and the loyalty he felt towards Zabuza.
 
With Zabuza no longer able to battle, Gatō arrived, and revoked their agreement so that he could have his own henchmen kill Tazuna instead. No longer having a reason to kill Tazuna, Zabuza ended his battle with Kakashi, although Naruto was not satisfied by this. Angered that Haku died for Zabuza, while Zabuza had shown no signs of remorse, Naruto lectured him on the feelings Haku had for him, and the loyalty he felt towards Zabuza.
   
 
[[File:Zabuza and Haku HD Shot.png|thumb|Zabuza dying by Haku's side.]]
 
[[File:Zabuza and Haku HD Shot.png|thumb|Zabuza dying by Haku's side.]]
Brought to tears by Naruto's words, Zabuza revealed that he really did care about Haku, and valued him higher than a simple tool. Wanting to repent for what he had done, Zabuza took one of Naruto's kunai, and charged through Gatō's men to get to Gatō, being stabbed multiple times along the way. Upon reaching Gatō, Zabuza killed him, and collapsed due to his injuries. As Gatō's men fled, Zabuza asked Kakashi if he could be brought to Haku, to which Kakashi complied. Being by Haku's side in death, as Haku was by his in life, Zabuza, as he passed out, wished that he could go to the same place as Haku. Kakashi believed that they would be able to go to that place together. After mourning his and Haku's deaths, Team 7 buried them next to each other, with the Kubikiribōchō stabbed into the ground.
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Brought to tears by Naruto's words, Zabuza revealed that he really did care about Haku, and valued him higher than a simple tool. Wanting to repent for what he had done, Zabuza asks Naruto for a kunai. Naruto responds by throwing a kunai at him to which Zabuza jumps up and clutches it with his teeth and charges through Gatō's men to get to Gatō, being stabbed multiple times along the way. Upon reaching Gatō, Zabuza slashed and killed him, before collapsing due to his injuries. As Gatō's men fled, Zabuza asked Kakashi if he could be brought to Haku to see his face again, to which Kakashi complied. Being by Haku's side in death, as Haku was by in his life, Zabuza, as he passed out, wished that he could go to the same place as Haku.
   
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Kakashi believed that they would be able to go to that place together. After mourning his and Haku's deaths, Team 7 buried them next to each other, with the Kubikiribōchō stabbed into the ground.
Kakashi later stated that he hesitated before cutting Haku and that (though he didn't admit it) Haku's death had shaken him.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 524, page 7</ref>
 
   
 
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[[File:Haku, Zabuza revived.png|thumb|left|Zabuza, Haku, and Gari reincarnated.]]
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[[File:Haku, Zabuza revived.png|left|thumb|Zabuza, Haku, and Gari reincarnated.]]
In preparation for the [[Fourth Shinobi World War]], Zabuza was [[Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation|reincarnated]] by [[Kabuto Yakushi]] to fight against the [[Allied Shinobi Forces]], before being mobilised alongside [[Haku]], [[Gari]], [[Pakura]] and [[Toroi]]. Overhearing Zabuza as he told Haku that they were no longer in the afterlife, Gari informed them of their current situation, infuriating Zabuza who did not want to obey someone who would stoop so low as to use the dead.
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In preparation for the [[Fourth Shinobi World War]], Zabuza was [[Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation|reincarnated]] by [[Kabuto Yakushi]] to fight against the [[Allied Shinobi Forces]], before being mobilised alongside Haku, [[Gari]], [[Pakura]] and [[Toroi]]. Overhearing Zabuza as he told Haku that they were no longer in the afterlife, Gari informed them of their current situation, infuriating Zabuza who did not want to obey someone who would stoop so low as to use the dead.
   
 
[[File:Kabuto eradicates their personalities.png|thumb|Zabuza as Kabuto forces him to attack.]]
 
[[File:Kabuto eradicates their personalities.png|thumb|Zabuza as Kabuto forces him to attack.]]
When later ambushed by the [[Surprise Attack Division]], Haku [[Ice Release: Ice Dome|protected]] them both from the [[explosive tag]]s carried by [[Sai]]'s [[Super Beast Imitating Drawing|ink birds]], though Zabuza indicated that it was unnecessary after he observed the others regenerating. This irritated him further, since not only were they brought back, but they were also made impossible to kill. Remarking that he was the only one amongst his group to not possess a [[kekkei genkai]], Zabuza stormed the recently grounded opposition but was intercepted by Kakashi, whom he never expected to confront again. Greeting Sakura and noting her growth since they last met, Zabuza inquired about Naruto, learning from Kakashi how famous he had become since his death.
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When later ambushed by the [[Surprise Attack Division]], Haku [[Ice Release: Ice Rock Dome of Magnificent Nothingness|protected]] them both from the [[explosive tag]]s carried by [[Sai]]'s [[Super Beast Imitating Drawing|ink birds]], though Zabuza indicated that it was unnecessary after he observed the others regenerating. This irritated him further, since not only were they brought back, but they were also made impossible to kill. Remarking that he was the only one amongst his group to not possess a kekkei genkai, Zabuza stormed the recently grounded opposition but was intercepted by Kakashi, whom he never expected to confront again. Greeting Sakura and noting her growth since they last met, Zabuza inquired about Naruto, learning from Kakashi how famous he had become since his death.
   
[[File:Zabuza cuts down Haku.png|thumb|left|Zabuza cuts down Haku to attack Kakashi.]]
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[[File:Zabuza cuts down Haku.png|left|thumb|Zabuza cuts down Haku to attack Kakashi.]]
As Kabuto erased their consciousness, Zabuza pleaded with Kakashi to stop him no matter what it took, as his humanity was already dead. Enveloping the battlefield in a [[Hiding in Mist Technique|thick mist]], Zabuza then assaulted the [[Third Division]], until he was confronted by Kakashi. Amidst the battle, the previous generation of the [[Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist]] were [[Summoning Technique|summoned]] to the field in order for [[Akatsuki]] to retain the upper hand, with Zabuza soon joining them whilst wielding his broken [[Kubikiribōchō]]. During the ensuing battle, after surviving a futile bombardment of various techniques, Zabuza's blade began to reform using the [[Wikipedia:Hemoglobin|iron]] collected from the blood of his victims.
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As Kabuto erased their consciousness, Zabuza pleaded with Kakashi to stop him no matter what it took, as his humanity was already dead. Enveloping the battlefield in a [[Hiding in Mist Technique|thick mist]], Zabuza then assaulted the [[Third Division]], until he was confronted by Kakashi. Amidst the battle, the previous generation of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist were [[Summoning Technique|summoned]] to the field in order for [[Akatsuki]] to retain the upper hand, with Zabuza soon joining them whilst wielding his broken Kubikiribōchō. During the ensuing battle, after surviving a futile bombardment of various techniques, Zabuza's blade began to reform using the [[Wikipedia:Hemoglobin|iron]] collected from the blood of his victims.
[[File:Kakashi pierces Zabuza.png|thumb|Kakashi impales Zabuza.]]
 
   
 
[[File:Kakashi pierces Zabuza.png|thumb|Kakashi impales Zabuza.]]
 
Kakashi eventually moved in from behind to [[Lightning Cutter|incapacitate]] him, but once again, Haku intercepted the blow. Slicing clean through Haku to attack, Zabuza bisected the former while only slightly injuring Kakashi. With his blade fully reformed, Zabuza charged towards him but as they clashed, Kakashi severed Zabuza's sword-holding arm and impaled him through his chest. This provided [[Ensui Nara]] with an opportunity to [[Shadow Imitation Technique|immobilise]] Zabuza, where he was then [[Cloth Binding Technique|captured]] and [[Sealing Tag|sealed]] by [[Maki]], causing the mist to clear.
 
Kakashi eventually moved in from behind to [[Lightning Cutter|incapacitate]] him, but once again, Haku intercepted the blow. Slicing clean through Haku to attack, Zabuza bisected the former while only slightly injuring Kakashi. With his blade fully reformed, Zabuza charged towards him but as they clashed, Kakashi severed Zabuza's sword-holding arm and impaled him through his chest. This provided [[Ensui Nara]] with an opportunity to [[Shadow Imitation Technique|immobilise]] Zabuza, where he was then [[Cloth Binding Technique|captured]] and [[Sealing Tag|sealed]] by [[Maki]], causing the mist to clear.
   
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Later, with the release of the Impure World Reincarnation technique, a light of sorts encased Zabuza's sealed body as the technique was dispelled and his soul was returned to the afterlife.
 
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Later, with the release of the Impure World Reincarnation technique, a light of sorts encased Zabuza's sealed body as the technique was dispelled and his soul was returned to the [[Pure Land|afterlife]].
   
 
== Legacy ==
 
== Legacy ==
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[[File:Zabuza and Haku's grave.png|left|thumb|Zabuza and Haku's grave.]]
Following Zabuza's death, Kirigakure ninja began associating him with members of Team 7; [[Kisame Hoshigaki]] referenced Zabuza when he first met Kakashi,<ref>''Naruto'' episode 82</ref> while the [[Fifth Mizukage]] and [[Chōjūrō]] believe [[Sasuke]] was the one who defeated him and Haku.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 460, page 1</ref><ref>''Naruto'' chapter 466, page 1</ref> However, Zabuza himself gave Naruto the credit for his defeat.<ref name="c521">''Naruto'' chapter 521, page 16</ref> Zabuza's sword is taken from his [[Zabuza and Haku's Grave|grave site]] in Part II by [[Suigetsu Hōzuki]] (in the anime it was [[Tenzen Daikoku]] from whom Suigetsu retrieved the sword).<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 347, page 14</ref><ref>''Naruto Shippūden'' episode 115</ref> During his and Kakashi's exchange following Zabuza's reincarnation, Kakashi admits that it was because of him and Haku that Naruto strove to become the ninja and hero that he is.<ref name="c521" />
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Following Zabuza's death, Kirigakure ninja began associating him with members of Team 7; [[Kisame Hoshigaki]] referenced Zabuza when he first met Kakashi,<ref>''Naruto'' episode 82</ref> while the [[Fifth Mizukage]], [[Ao]] and [[Chōjūrō]] believe [[Sasuke]] was the one who defeated him and Haku.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 460, page 1</ref><ref>''Naruto'' chapter 466, page 1</ref> However, Zabuza himself gave Naruto the credit for his defeat.<ref name="c521">''Naruto'' chapter 521, page 16</ref> Zabuza's sword is taken from his [[Zabuza and Haku's Grave|grave site]] in Part II by Suigetsu Hōzuki (in the anime, it was [[Tenzen Daikoku]] from whom Suigetsu retrieved the sword).<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 347, page 14</ref><ref>''Naruto Shippūden'' episode 115</ref> During his and Kakashi's exchange following Zabuza's reincarnation, Kakashi admits that it was because of him and Haku that Naruto strove to become the ninja and hero that he is.<ref name="c521" /> Naruto himself credits Zabuza and Haku as people who had a great influence on his life and his views on the world.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 690</ref>
   
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== Trivia ==
 
== Trivia ==
* {{translation|Zabuza|再不斬}} means "never cut twice", and {{translation|Momochi|桃地}} means "peach soil"; like all members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen, his surname is derived from a type of [[Wikipedia:Peach|produce]].
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* The kanji of his first name literally mean {{translation|"again"|再|sa}}, {{translation|"negative"|不|fu}} and {{translation|"beheading"|斬|zan}}. "Momochi" means {{translation|"peach soil"|桃地}}; like all members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen, his surname is derived from a type of [[Wikipedia:Peach|produce]].
 
* Zabuza's surname, "Momochi", may also be a reference to the famous ninja Momochi Sandayū, though his name is written in different kanji.
 
* Zabuza's surname, "Momochi", may also be a reference to the famous ninja Momochi Sandayū, though his name is written in different kanji.
 
* Despite his short appearance in the series, Zabuza was still very popular in the character popularity polls.
 
* Despite his short appearance in the series, Zabuza was still very popular in the character popularity polls.
* Zabuza made a cameo appearance in a [[omake]] [[Naruto Shippūden]] [[Infiltrate! The Village Hidden in the Rain|episode 129]], appearing on a lantern.
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* Zabuza made a cameo appearance in a [[omake]] ''[[Naruto: Shippūden]]'' [[Infiltrate! The Village Hidden in the Rain|episode 129]], appearing on a lantern.
* He also made a cameo in a crowd shot in Naruto Shippūden episode 183 alongside Haku, Hayate Gekkō, and several Ame ninja.
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* He also made a cameo in a crowd shot in ''Naruto: Shippūden'' [[Naruto: Outbreak|episode 183]] alongside Haku, Hayate Gekkō, and several Ame ninja.
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* Studio Pierrot's Settei sheets of Zabuza in Part 1 make him 188 cm.
 
* According to the databook(s):
 
* According to the databook(s):
 
** Zabuza's hobby was sharpening edged tools.
 
** Zabuza's hobby was sharpening edged tools.
** Zabuza wished to fight the Five [[Kage]].
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** Zabuza wished to fight the five [[Kage]].
 
** Zabuza's least favourite food was fresh [[Wikipedia:Vegetable|vegetables]].
 
** Zabuza's least favourite food was fresh [[Wikipedia:Vegetable|vegetables]].
 
** Zabuza had completed 191 official missions in total: 4 D-rank, 67 C-rank, 79 B-rank, 29 A-rank, 12 S-rank.
 
** Zabuza had completed 191 official missions in total: 4 D-rank, 67 C-rank, 79 B-rank, 29 A-rank, 12 S-rank.
 
** Zabuza's favourite word was {{translation|"''control''"|支配|shihai}}.
 
** Zabuza's favourite word was {{translation|"''control''"|支配|shihai}}.
 
* Zabuza has been shown to emanate a shroud of chakra that takes the form of an [[Wikipedia:Oni (folklore)|oni]]-like creature, which might have been where his nickname {{translation|Demon of the Hidden Mist|霧隠れの鬼人|Kirigakure no Kijin}} originated from.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 15</ref><ref>''Naruto'' chapter 521, page 17</ref>
 
* Zabuza has been shown to emanate a shroud of chakra that takes the form of an [[Wikipedia:Oni (folklore)|oni]]-like creature, which might have been where his nickname {{translation|Demon of the Hidden Mist|霧隠れの鬼人|Kirigakure no Kijin}} originated from.<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 15</ref><ref>''Naruto'' chapter 521, page 17</ref>
* In episode 265, in Zabuza's flashback he is shown with the dark grey eyes, as if he was already in the [[Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation]]. In another flashback, Zabuza walked over and laid down next to Haku, dying. However, in the actual scene Kakashi carries him to Haku when he asked of one last request.
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* In [[An Old Nemesis Returns|episode 265]], in Zabuza's flashback he is shown with the dark grey eyes, as if he was already in the [[Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation]]. In another flashback, Zabuza walked over and laid down next to Haku, dying. However, in the actual scene Kakashi carries him to Haku as he asked for his final request.
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*In 2019, during a TV interview, Masashi Kishimoto revealed that he was originally going to give Zabuza the name '''Momotarō''' (桃太郎), until his editor suggested the name Zabuza instead, to which he agreed.
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* Zabuza's databook age may be an error. His massacring of over a hundred academy students occurred when he was nine, which according to the databook would have been seventeen years before the start of the series, but Kakashi states it took place ten years earlier instead.
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* Zabuza's death is not unlike the death of [[Wikipedia:Benkei|Musashibō Benkei]], an old Japanese warrior monk who died standing up whilst on an infamous bridge after being stabbed with many swords and had his body littered with countless arrows when close combat proved too dangerous due to the amount of casualties suffered by his hands alone.
   
 
== Quotes ==
 
== Quotes ==
* (To [[Team 7]]) "''When you've hovered between life and death so many times that it doesn't faze you, you may be called a ninja. When you've become so deadly that your profile has been entered into my bingo book, then you may have earned the title ninja.''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 13, pages 8-9</ref>
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* (To [[Team Kakashi|Team 7]]) "''When you've hovered between life and death so many times that it doesn't faze you, you may be called a ninja. When you've become so deadly that your profile has been entered into my bingo book, then you may have earned the title ninja.''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 13, pages 8-9</ref>
 
* (To [[Naruto]]) "''When I was your age, my hands were already soaked in blood…''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 14, page 5</ref>
 
* (To [[Naruto]]) "''When I was your age, my hands were already soaked in blood…''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 14, page 5</ref>
* (To Naruto)"''Shut up kid, Haku's already dead… As I was used by Gatō, I used Haku. That was all. I've said it already… in the world of shinobi, there are only those who use and those whom are used. We shinobi are simply tools… what I wanted was his blood, not him… I have no regrets.''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 8</ref>
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* (To Naruto) "''Shut up kid, Haku's already dead… As I was used by Gatō, I used Haku. That was all. I've said it already… in the world of shinobi, there are only those who use and those whom are used. We shinobi are simply tools… what I wanted was his blood, not him… I have no regrets.''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 8</ref>
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* (To Naruto) "''You talk too much, kid... your words cut deep... deeper than any blade.''"
* (To Naruto about [[Haku]])"''…You don't need to say any more… It pained him to have to fight you… Haku fought not only for me… he fought for you guys too. He was too kind. I'm glad I got to face you guys in the end. You may be right… a shinobi is still a human… we may not be able to become emotionless tools…''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 13</ref>
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* (To Naruto about [[Haku]]) "''…You don't need to say any more… It pained him to have to fight you… Haku fought not only for me… he fought for you guys too. He was too kind. I'm glad I got to face you guys in the end. You may be right… a shinobi is still a human… we may not be able to become emotionless tools…''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 13</ref>
 
* (To [[Gatō]]) "''Uh uh… I won't be joining Haku. Where he's gone I cannot follow. We wouldn't be welcome where Haku's gone to. Hell's where '''we're''' going, Gatō!''"<ref name="chpt32">''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 17</ref>
 
* (To [[Gatō]]) "''Uh uh… I won't be joining Haku. Where he's gone I cannot follow. We wouldn't be welcome where Haku's gone to. Hell's where '''we're''' going, Gatō!''"<ref name="chpt32">''Naruto'' chapter 32, page 17</ref>
* (To Gatō) "''Even the unremarkable Demon of the Hidden Mist can die and become a real Demon in hell! This will be fun!!! We'll have plenty of time to see if I'm a baby devil down in hell!!''"<ref name="chpt32"/>
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* (To Gatō) "''Even the unremarkable Demon of the Hidden Mist can die and become a real Demon in hell! This will be fun!!! We'll have plenty of time to see if I'm a baby devil down in hell!!''"<ref name="chpt32" />
 
* (Last words to Haku) "''You were always at my side, the least I can do is to be beside you at the end. I know it cannot be, but I wish I could go to where you have gone. How I wish I could join you there, Haku.''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 33, page 13</ref>
 
* (Last words to Haku) "''You were always at my side, the least I can do is to be beside you at the end. I know it cannot be, but I wish I could go to where you have gone. How I wish I could join you there, Haku.''"<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 33, page 13</ref>
 
* (To Kakashi after being reincarnated) {{translation|"''I died as a human!''"|「人間として死んだんだ!」|"Ningen toshite shindanda!"}}<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 522, page 6</ref>
 
* (To Kakashi after being reincarnated) {{translation|"''I died as a human!''"|「人間として死んだんだ!」|"Ningen toshite shindanda!"}}<ref>''Naruto'' chapter 522, page 6</ref>
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Zabuza Momochi
桃地再不斬 Momochi Zabuza

  • Demon of the Hidden Mist (霧隠れの鬼人, Kirigakure no Kijin)[3]
  • Demon (鬼人, Kijin)[4]
  • Fierce God (鬼神, Kijin)[2]
Debut
Manga Naruto Chapter #10
Anime Naruto Episode #6
Novel Naruto: Innocent Heart, Demonic Blood
Game Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō
OVA Hidden Leaf Village Grand Sports Festival!
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Birthdate Astrological Sign Leo August 15 Search_Icon.svg
Sex Gender Male Male
Age
  • Part I: 26
Status Deceased
Height
  • Part I: 183 cm1.83 m <br />6.004 ft <br />72.047 in <br />
Weight
  • Part I: 72 kg158.733 lb <br />
Blood type A
Classification
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Ninja Rank
Academy Grad. Age 9
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Zabuza Momochi (桃地再不斬, Momochi Zabuza), given the moniker Demon of the Hidden Mist (霧隠れの鬼人, Kirigakure no Kijin), was a missing-nin from Kirigakure's Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

Background

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Zabuza during his time as a Kirigakure ninja.

Before the term of the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi, Kirigakure began the practice of pitting Kirigakure Academy graduates against each other in death matches as a final exam with the exceptionally skilled students named prime candidates for the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. After Zabuza, not yet a student himself, killed over one hundred Academy students,[5] the practice was discontinued and he would thereafter be known as the "Demon of the Hidden Mist". His fame grew over the years as he became an Anbu, killing the Konohagakure ninja Kumade Toriichi at that time, before finally joining the Seven Swordsmen. At some point, he discovered Haku, a child with a special kekkei genkai and began training him to be the ultimate weapon. In the anime, he and Haku witnessed the Kaguya clan attacking Kirigakure yet chose not to help his village. Soon after, they encountered Kimimaro, the soon-to-be-sole survivor of the Kaguya. Although Haku wanted to talk to the boy, Zabuza forced him to leave Kimimaro alone and keep moving.[6]

During the Fourth Mizukage's reign over the Bloody Mist, Zabuza came to disagree with the workings of the village. He gathered a group of followers and attempted a coup d'etat against the Mizukage, only to be betrayed by one of their own;[7] resulting in a failed attempt on Yagura's life.[8][9] Zabuza subsequently fled the village with Haku and some other followers, such as the Demon Brothers, becoming mercenaries in order to gather funds for a second attempt in the future, which is why he worked with Gatō.[9] With his departure he took the Kubikiribōchō with him, causing Kirigakure to lose one of its famed swords. As Zabuza was accepting work from corrupt people, however, many of his followers became disillusioned about such goals and left; one of whom was Gengo.[7]

Personality

According to his former follower Gengo, Zabuza was once seen as charismatic and inspiring as he had previously dreamed of a society with shinobi as the ruling class; a dream which motivated his attempted coup against the Fourth Mizukage whom he disagreed with. However he would become bitter and cynical after the coup ended in failure, and over time made him a ruthless hitman willing to be hired out by anyone corrupt.

Zabuza was initially portrayed as aggressive, arrogant, cruel, cold and ambitious, willing to become Gatō's thug to gain enough funds to start a second coup d'etat on the Mizukage and have the nation under his feet,[9] and kill anyone who stood in his path, including plotting to kill Gatō once he had received enough funds from him. His reputation for cruelty and ruthlessness began as a child where he killed every single candidate in Kirigakure's Academy, earning him the moniker of "Demon of the Hidden Mist" (霧隠れの鬼人, Kirigakure no Kijin). He willingly uses his own men and others as pawns to fulfil his ambitions, as he raised Haku to be an efficient tool to be discarded when he had no use to exploit; although unlike future antagonists, he was blunt about the purpose that his recruits were needed for, forgoing any form of manipulation by pretending to be benevolent to inspire loyalty. This corresponds with his cynical view of the world, which only consists of the used and the users, as well as viewing shinobi to be nothing more than tools. Despite this outward attitude, Zabuza grew to care deeply for Haku and viewed him to be far more than a tool.

Zabuza Crying

Zabuza crying after hearing Naruto's words about Haku.

He is an observant adversary who is able to analyse his opponent's techniques after seeing it once, but becomes overconfident if he sees the technique as useless. Despite his ruthlessness, Zabuza possessed a softer side that he himself was largely unaware of. After Haku's death, while Zabuza initially only laughs at his usefulness, Kakashi notes Zabuza is no longer able to fight to his true potential as he is secretly distraught at Haku's loss. In his last moments, Zabuza realised how deeply he truly cared for Haku, and after being convinced by Naruto Uzumaki, he sacrifices his life to kill Gatō, and dies wishing he could join Haku in the afterlife. However, he seems reluctant to speak or hear about it, telling whoever does so to shut up. Kakashi has also noted that Zabuza had hesitated for a moment before the thought of slashing through Haku to get to Kakashi during their battle on the bridge; the lack of hesitation during the Fourth Shinobi War made Kakashi know that the controlled Zabuza was completely different.

He has also shown a sense of honour, as seen after his reincarnation when he expressed disgust about the idea of working for anyone who would stoop down so low as to use the dead as their tools, in the meantime making the revived immortal. His sense of honour is extended even further when he pleads with Kakashi to stop him and Haku from causing damage, wishing his death as a human being to be preserved.

Appearance

Zabuza was a tall and noticeably muscular man with light grayish skin, short spiky black hair, dark brown eyes, and small eyebrows. He was normally seen wearing bandages like a mask over the bottom half of his face. Under his mask, he had a relatively narrow jawline and jagged-teeth, a trait he shared with his fellow Swordsmen. He wore his forehead protector sideways on his head, and prior to his defection from Kirigakure, donned the village's Anbu uniform and flak jacket. After his defection, and during his first appearance, he was seen shirtless, with his chest only covered by a belt to which he attached his Kubikiribōchō, wearing baggy pants with the striped pattern typical of Kirigakure and mimetic wrist-warmers extending up to his elbows, with matching leg-warmers.

During his second appearance, he wore a sleeveless black shirt and matching pants, complete with a waist-guard, and yet again, Kirigakure's striped wrist and leg-warmers. Other swordsmen of his generation wore attire identical to this, implying that they might be clothes related to the group. While donning this attire, much like his fellow Swordsmen, he had bandages loosely tied around his neck like a scarf.

As a child, Zabuza's attire consisted of a dark sleeveless shirt with light shoulder-straps and a circular mark on the back, sporting the kanji for demon (, oni). He also wore dark pants with two straps covering the bottom and a hip pouch, along with black shinobi-sandals and dark fingerless gloves.[10]

Abilities

Zabuza aura

Zabuza's demon shroud.

Zabuza was one of Kirigakure's most powerful shinobi ever produced. Vicious in battle, his talent for combat was seen even as a child, who had yet to begin in the Academy, as he killed over one hundred trained students single-handedly. As an adult, he could compete against one of Konohagakure's strongest in Kakashi Hatake for an extended period of time. Even when gravely injured and both arms crippled, Zabuza remained a dangerous adversary, being able to strike down dozens of Gatō's specially hired men and even Gatō himself.

Physical and Chakra Prowess

Zabuza wields kunai

Even while severely injured, Zabuza fights on with a single kunai in his mouth.

Zabuza was very physically strong, able to effortlessly wield the large Kubikiribōchō for long periods of time unfazed, even with one hand. He was also blazingly fast and equally proficient in taijutsu, able to match Kakashi in both and with the latter able to fight off and kill dozens of Gatō's men with the loss of both his arms, using well-coordinated kicks and a kunai in his mouth. During which, he showed remarkable levels of stamina and endurance, able to continue fighting effectively despite the injuries he received from Kakashi and the large number of blades that pierced him. Zabuza could also take a direct hit from a powerful water technique seemingly without major damage and still move relatively normal shortly afterwards.[11]

Zabuza was also a master of stealth and assassination. He was most renowned throughout all countries for his high skill in killing opponents through zero visibility. Kakashi noted that his Silent Killing prowess was second to none. This technique puts the victim under tremendous pressure before Zabuza even attacks, as it is noted that even the slightest movement of the eye was enough to alert Zabuza of his victim's location.

True to his moniker, Zabuza possessed an incredibly strong chakra, which could be visibly seen when released, taking the image of a demon. Even while barely standing, a single glare from Zabuza left the remainder of Gatō's thugs stiff with fear. Likewise, Zabuza has very advanced chakra control, able to perform a second technique while maintaining another.[12]

Ninjutsu

Kenjutsu

Zabuza's sword

Zabuza with his Kubikiribōchō.

During his time as a Kiri-nin, Zabuza was one of the Seven Swordsmen of the Mist, a group composed of the village's top swordsmen. The generation of swordsmen he belonged to was noted as the strongest ever produced within Kirigakure, a further testament to Zabuza's impressive skills. Zabuza's signature weapon was the Kubikiribōchō, an over-sized broad sword, whose shape was thought to decapitate enemies. This large weapon has the unique ability to absorb and utilise the iron from all the blood it sheds, from whoever it cuts, keeping it strong and sharp on its own, even reform itself if damaged or broken. Zabuza was a master in its use, being capable of dispatching numerous enemies with a few slashes, and claiming that his sword "never cut a second time", implying to have killed a large number of people with a single attack.

The weapon's weight didn't seem to slow Zabuza down at all, as he could employ it in combat for extended periods of time with no visible strain on himself, something Suigetsu Hōzuki hasn't achieved. Apart from handling it very skilfully, Zabuza could also throw it to great distances, even spinning at several enemies with enough power to lodge itself into a hard tree trunk.[13]

He also wielded a kunai with a sharp protrusion on one side (which in the anime is Kirigakure's variation of the standard kunai), designed for thrusting and stabbing instead of slicing, which fit his stealthy attributes perfectly. Zabuza could also use fūma shuriken in a similar fashion; using them in melee combat by spinning the weapon within his hand to attack his opponent.[14]

Nature Transformation

Zabuza traps Kakashi

Zabuza traps Kakashi using the Water Prison Technique.

Zabuza had great skill in Water Release techniques. He could perform several of them while keeping a separate one active, as seen when he kept Kakashi trapped in the Water Prison Technique while at the same time attacking the rest of Team 7 with a water clone. He could maintain several of these clones at the same time, often using them as diversions. He also showed proficiency in large-scale, highly destructive water-attacks from launching powerful torrents of water in the forms of dragon bullets and giant waterfalls at his opponents.

Hiding in Mist Technique

Zabuza using the Hiding in Mist Technique.

Zabuza was especially adept at the Hiding in Mist Technique, as it made his Silent Killing even easier to perform. By blanketing the area in a thick mist, Zabuza could blind his targets, making it even more difficult for them to defend against him. In this manner, Zabuza was capable of carrying out stealthy attacks even in completely open spaces, able to suddenly disappear from an enemy's sight and then strike unseen. His skill with this technique was such that he could create an impenetrable mist without the need of an immediate source of water nearby. Even Kabuto Yakushi kept Zabuza's use of the technique in high regard, as seen when he was willing to sacrifice other reincarnated shinobi to protect Zabuza and keep the Hiding in Mist Technique going.

Intelligence

While he preferred using direct attacks, Zabuza was also highly capable at misdirections. From his Anbu days, Zabuza possessed extensive knowledge of the human body's pressure points and most vulnerable organs. Zabuza was also knowledgeable in foreign techniques and kekkei genkai, having knowledge of the Sharingan and instantly recognising the Shadow Clone Technique. Zabuza was also a skilled teacher, as it was under his tutelage that Haku managed to become such a powerful shinobi despite his young age.

Stats

Databook Ninjutsu Taijutsu Genjutsu Intelligence Strength Speed Stamina Hand seals Total
First 4.5 4.5 2.5 3 4 4 4 4 30.5

Part I

Prologue — Land of Waves

Main article: Prologue — Land of Waves

Zabuza's Silent Killing

Zabuza bypasses the Manji Formation.

On one of his missions, Zabuza became hired by Gatō to kill a bridge builder named Tazuna who is a threat to his employer's business. When the Demon Brothers failed to eliminate Tazuna — intimidating a furious Gatō with his sword — Zabuza decided to take care of the bridge-builder personally. Upon tracking down his target, Zabuza found that Tazuna was being protected by Kakashi Hatake and his students. Wanting to test his ability, Zabuza challenged Kakashi to a battle, and Kakashi complied by revealing his Sharingan.

Kakashi And Zabuza Battling

Zabuza battling Kakashi.

Soon after the battle began, Zabuza managed to catch Kakashi off guard, and trapped him with his Water Prison Technique. Needing to stay with Kakashi to keep him imprisoned, Zabuza sent a water clone to kill Tazuna and the rest of Kakashi's team, believing it to be a simple matter. However, Naruto Uzumaki created a plan and with the help of Sasuke Uchiha, managed to sneak up on Zabuza, forcing him to release Kakashi. Kakashi and Zabuza resumed their battle, though Kakashi's Sharingan quickly gave him the upper hand. Copying Zabuza's Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique before he could use it, Kakashi managed to defeat Zabuza.

Before Zabuza could be killed by Kakashi, however, Haku appeared, disguised as a hunter-nin, and threw two needles into Zabuza's neck, apparently killing him. Taking Zabuza's body away, under the guise of needing to destroy it, Haku revived Zabuza, the needles having been used to paralyse him. Although Zabuza's life had been saved, he needed a week to recover, and he planned to kill Tazuna and Kakashi then.

Zabuza Caught

Zabuza caught by Kakashi's ninken.

A week later, Zabuza and Haku appeared before Team 7 for a rematch. As Haku dealt with Kakashi's students, Zabuza dealt with Kakashi. Having been told how the Sharingan worked by Haku, Zabuza blanketed the area in a thick mist and kept his eyes closed to negate both of the Sharingan's capabilities. In doing so, Zabuza was able to slash Kakashi with his sword, greatly damaging his opponent. Kakashi, however, allowed himself to be attacked, and summoned his ninken to sniff out the blood, now on Zabuza's sword as well as take advantage of the fact Zabuza was keeping his eyes closed in a heavy fog to land a surprise attack and pin him down.

With Zabuza unable to fight back, Kakashi prepared to kill Zabuza with his Lightning Cutter, and charged at Zabuza. Before the Lightning Cutter could meet its mark, however, Haku appeared as a human shield, and took the full force of the attack, fulfilling his promise of being a tool for his master. Freed as a result of Haku's intervention, and not willing to allow the opening Haku had created to go to waste, Zabuza tried to slash through Haku's body to kill Kakashi, but Kakashi was able to avoid it and injure Zabuza in the arm, disabling him.

With Zabuza no longer able to battle, Gatō arrived, and revoked their agreement so that he could have his own henchmen kill Tazuna instead. No longer having a reason to kill Tazuna, Zabuza ended his battle with Kakashi, although Naruto was not satisfied by this. Angered that Haku died for Zabuza, while Zabuza had shown no signs of remorse, Naruto lectured him on the feelings Haku had for him, and the loyalty he felt towards Zabuza.

Zabuza and Haku HD Shot

Zabuza dying by Haku's side.

Brought to tears by Naruto's words, Zabuza revealed that he really did care about Haku, and valued him higher than a simple tool. Wanting to repent for what he had done, Zabuza asks Naruto for a kunai. Naruto responds by throwing a kunai at him to which Zabuza jumps up and clutches it with his teeth and charges through Gatō's men to get to Gatō, being stabbed multiple times along the way. Upon reaching Gatō, Zabuza slashed and killed him, before collapsing due to his injuries. As Gatō's men fled, Zabuza asked Kakashi if he could be brought to Haku to see his face again, to which Kakashi complied. Being by Haku's side in death, as Haku was by in his life, Zabuza, as he passed out, wished that he could go to the same place as Haku.

Kakashi believed that they would be able to go to that place together. After mourning his and Haku's deaths, Team 7 buried them next to each other, with the Kubikiribōchō stabbed into the ground.

Part II

Fourth Shinobi World War: Confrontation

Main article: Fourth Shinobi World War: Confrontation

Haku, Zabuza revived

Zabuza, Haku, and Gari reincarnated.

In preparation for the Fourth Shinobi World War, Zabuza was reincarnated by Kabuto Yakushi to fight against the Allied Shinobi Forces, before being mobilised alongside Haku, Gari, Pakura and Toroi. Overhearing Zabuza as he told Haku that they were no longer in the afterlife, Gari informed them of their current situation, infuriating Zabuza who did not want to obey someone who would stoop so low as to use the dead.

Kabuto eradicates their personalities

Zabuza as Kabuto forces him to attack.

When later ambushed by the Surprise Attack Division, Haku protected them both from the explosive tags carried by Sai's ink birds, though Zabuza indicated that it was unnecessary after he observed the others regenerating. This irritated him further, since not only were they brought back, but they were also made impossible to kill. Remarking that he was the only one amongst his group to not possess a kekkei genkai, Zabuza stormed the recently grounded opposition but was intercepted by Kakashi, whom he never expected to confront again. Greeting Sakura and noting her growth since they last met, Zabuza inquired about Naruto, learning from Kakashi how famous he had become since his death.

Zabuza cuts down Haku

Zabuza cuts down Haku to attack Kakashi.

As Kabuto erased their consciousness, Zabuza pleaded with Kakashi to stop him no matter what it took, as his humanity was already dead. Enveloping the battlefield in a thick mist, Zabuza then assaulted the Third Division, until he was confronted by Kakashi. Amidst the battle, the previous generation of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist were summoned to the field in order for Akatsuki to retain the upper hand, with Zabuza soon joining them whilst wielding his broken Kubikiribōchō. During the ensuing battle, after surviving a futile bombardment of various techniques, Zabuza's blade began to reform using the iron collected from the blood of his victims.

Kakashi pierces Zabuza

Kakashi impales Zabuza.

Kakashi eventually moved in from behind to incapacitate him, but once again, Haku intercepted the blow. Slicing clean through Haku to attack, Zabuza bisected the former while only slightly injuring Kakashi. With his blade fully reformed, Zabuza charged towards him but as they clashed, Kakashi severed Zabuza's sword-holding arm and impaled him through his chest. This provided Ensui Nara with an opportunity to immobilise Zabuza, where he was then captured and sealed by Maki, causing the mist to clear.

Fourth Shinobi World War: Climax

Main article: Fourth Shinobi World War: Climax Later, with the release of the Impure World Reincarnation technique, a light of sorts encased Zabuza's sealed body as the technique was dispelled and his soul was returned to the afterlife.

Legacy

Zabuza and Haku's grave

Zabuza and Haku's grave.

Following Zabuza's death, Kirigakure ninja began associating him with members of Team 7; Kisame Hoshigaki referenced Zabuza when he first met Kakashi,[15] while the Fifth Mizukage, Ao and Chōjūrō believe Sasuke was the one who defeated him and Haku.[16][17] However, Zabuza himself gave Naruto the credit for his defeat.[18] Zabuza's sword is taken from his grave site in Part II by Suigetsu Hōzuki (in the anime, it was Tenzen Daikoku from whom Suigetsu retrieved the sword).[19][20] During his and Kakashi's exchange following Zabuza's reincarnation, Kakashi admits that it was because of him and Haku that Naruto strove to become the ninja and hero that he is.[18] Naruto himself credits Zabuza and Haku as people who had a great influence on his life and his views on the world.[21]

In Other Media

Video Games

Zabuza Momochi is a playable character in the following video games:

Game nameJapanese releaseEnglish release
Naruto Mobile20162016
Naruto Shippūden: Ultimate Ninja 45 April 200724 March 2009
Naruto Shippūden: Ultimate Ninja 520 December 200727 November 2009
Naruto Shippūden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing14 July 201624 August 2016
Naruto Shippūden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 318 April 20135 March 2013
Naruto Shippūden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 44 February 20169 February 2016
Naruto Shippūden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations23 February 201213 March 2012
Naruto Shippūden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Revolution11 September 201416 September 2014
Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker30 August 201831 August 2018
Naruto x Boruto: Ninja TribesJune 2019June 2019
Naruto x Boruto: Ninja Voltage22 November 201722 November 2017
Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections16 November 202317 November 2023
Naruto: Clash of Ninja11 April 20037 March 2006
Naruto: Clash of Ninja 24 December 200326 September 2006
Naruto: Gekitō Ninja Taisen! 320 November 2004
Naruto: Gekitō Ninja Taisen! 421 November 2005
Naruto: Konoha Senki12 September 2003
Naruto: Path of the Ninja 213 July 200614 October 2008
Naruto: Rise of a Ninja30 October 2007
Naruto: Shinobi Collection2014
Naruto: Shinobi Collection Shippū Ranbu27 July 2015
Naruto: Shinobi no Sato no Jintori Kassen26 June 2003
Naruto: The Broken Bond18 November 2008
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja23 October 200326 June 2006
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 230 September 200412 June 2007
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 322 December 200525 March 2008
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Online14 April 201320 July 2016

Live Action

Live Spectacle Naruto

Main article: Live Spectacle Naruto Asahi Uchida plays as Zabuza in this stage play adaption.

Trivia

  • The kanji of his first name literally mean "again" (, sa), "negative" (, fu) and "beheading" (, zan). "Momochi" means "peach soil" (桃地); like all members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen, his surname is derived from a type of produce.
  • Zabuza's surname, "Momochi", may also be a reference to the famous ninja Momochi Sandayū, though his name is written in different kanji.
  • Despite his short appearance in the series, Zabuza was still very popular in the character popularity polls.
  • Zabuza made a cameo appearance in a omake Naruto: Shippūden episode 129, appearing on a lantern.
  • He also made a cameo in a crowd shot in Naruto: Shippūden episode 183 alongside Haku, Hayate Gekkō, and several Ame ninja.
  • Studio Pierrot's Settei sheets of Zabuza in Part 1 make him 188 cm.
  • According to the databook(s):
    • Zabuza's hobby was sharpening edged tools.
    • Zabuza wished to fight the five Kage.
    • Zabuza's least favourite food was fresh vegetables.
    • Zabuza had completed 191 official missions in total: 4 D-rank, 67 C-rank, 79 B-rank, 29 A-rank, 12 S-rank.
    • Zabuza's favourite word was "control" (支配, shihai).
  • Zabuza has been shown to emanate a shroud of chakra that takes the form of an oni-like creature, which might have been where his nickname Demon of the Hidden Mist (霧隠れの鬼人, Kirigakure no Kijin) originated from.[22][23]
  • In episode 265, in Zabuza's flashback he is shown with the dark grey eyes, as if he was already in the Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation. In another flashback, Zabuza walked over and laid down next to Haku, dying. However, in the actual scene Kakashi carries him to Haku as he asked for his final request.
  • In 2019, during a TV interview, Masashi Kishimoto revealed that he was originally going to give Zabuza the name Momotarō (桃太郎), until his editor suggested the name Zabuza instead, to which he agreed.
  • Zabuza's databook age may be an error. His massacring of over a hundred academy students occurred when he was nine, which according to the databook would have been seventeen years before the start of the series, but Kakashi states it took place ten years earlier instead.
  • Zabuza's death is not unlike the death of Musashibō Benkei, an old Japanese warrior monk who died standing up whilst on an infamous bridge after being stabbed with many swords and had his body littered with countless arrows when close combat proved too dangerous due to the amount of casualties suffered by his hands alone.

Quotes

  • (To Team 7) "When you've hovered between life and death so many times that it doesn't faze you, you may be called a ninja. When you've become so deadly that your profile has been entered into my bingo book, then you may have earned the title ninja."[24]
  • (To Naruto) "When I was your age, my hands were already soaked in blood…"[25]
  • (To Naruto) "Shut up kid, Haku's already dead… As I was used by Gatō, I used Haku. That was all. I've said it already… in the world of shinobi, there are only those who use and those whom are used. We shinobi are simply tools… what I wanted was his blood, not him… I have no regrets."[26]
  • (To Naruto) "You talk too much, kid... your words cut deep... deeper than any blade."
  • (To Naruto about Haku) "…You don't need to say any more… It pained him to have to fight you… Haku fought not only for me… he fought for you guys too. He was too kind. I'm glad I got to face you guys in the end. You may be right… a shinobi is still a human… we may not be able to become emotionless tools…"[27]
  • (To Gatō) "Uh uh… I won't be joining Haku. Where he's gone I cannot follow. We wouldn't be welcome where Haku's gone to. Hell's where we're going, Gatō!"[28]
  • (To Gatō) "Even the unremarkable Demon of the Hidden Mist can die and become a real Demon in hell! This will be fun!!! We'll have plenty of time to see if I'm a baby devil down in hell!!"[28]
  • (Last words to Haku) "You were always at my side, the least I can do is to be beside you at the end. I know it cannot be, but I wish I could go to where you have gone. How I wish I could join you there, Haku."[29]
  • (To Kakashi after being reincarnated) "I died as a human!" (「人間として死んだんだ!」, "Ningen toshite shindanda!")[30]

References

  1. First Databook, pages 124-126
  2. 2.0 2.1 Fourth Databook, page 191
  3. Naruto chapter 10, page 19
  4. Naruto chapter 14, page 4
  5. Naruto chapter 14 pages 5-7
  6. Naruto episode 126
  7. 7.0 7.1 Shikamaru Hiden
  8. Kai no Sho, page 119
  9. 9.0 9.1 9.2 Naruto chapter 30, page 15
  10. Naruto chapter 14, page 7
  11. Naruto chapter 15, page 15
  12. Naruto chapter 13, page 8
  13. Naruto chapter 11, page 17
  14. Naruto chapter 15, page 5
  15. Naruto episode 82
  16. Naruto chapter 460, page 1
  17. Naruto chapter 466, page 1
  18. 18.0 18.1 Naruto chapter 521, page 16
  19. Naruto chapter 347, page 14
  20. Naruto Shippūden episode 115
  21. Naruto chapter 690
  22. Naruto chapter 32, page 15
  23. Naruto chapter 521, page 17
  24. Naruto chapter 13, pages 8-9
  25. Naruto chapter 14, page 5
  26. Naruto chapter 32, page 8
  27. Naruto chapter 32, page 13
  28. 28.0 28.1 Naruto chapter 32, page 17
  29. Naruto chapter 33, page 13
  30. Naruto chapter 522, page 6