The Akatsuki, a group of rogue ninja in Naruto, embodies real-world reasons for conflict, from revenge and profit to loyalty and the pursuit of peace. Each member's tragic backstory, rooted in ...

Consider two less defensible Akatsuki members: Kakuzu, who only cares for money, only mirrors state-sanctioned shinobi forces who themselves carry out missions for profit; and Deidara, who finds ...