Madara And Hashirama
[ranking: 6]
Madara and Hashirama are two of the most powerful legendary ninja in Konoha history, and a love story between the two could be equally so. While the two have decidedly different ideas about how to go about running the newly formed city, they also possess immense respect for one another and consider the other a proper rival.
With all of that intense emotion flying around, it wouldn't be at all surprising if the two of them occasionally turned that passion into something that didn't involve fighting.
Karin And Suigetsu
[ranking: 4]
Eventually, Karin will realize Sasuke doesn't reciprocate her feelings and turn her attention elsewhere - perhaps to another member of Team Taka, a ragtag group of escapees from Orochimaru's laboratory. Team Taka's initial goal involves helping Sasuke track down Itachi. Jugo is a little too serious for Karin, but she boasts a great dynamic with Suigetsu.
The two constantly trade sarcastic barbs, but beneath all the bickering lies genuine respect for each other as comrades and as people, and maybe even something more.
Naruto And Sasuke
[ranking: 3]
The relationship between Naruto and Sasuke emerged as probably the most popular one in the Naruto fandom, excluding the canon pairings. This happened for a reason - out of everyone Naruto encounters throughout the series, Sasuke receives the most of his affection. The titular character willingly risks his life to save Sasuke from getting himself killed in pursuit of revenge. He never gives up on him, and loves him unconditionally, even when he becomes an enemy of the state.
For Sasuke, someone who lost his entire family to a series of brutal murders, having someone always at your back no matter what proves invaluable. However you choose to interpret it, the love between these two is real.
Tsunade And A
[ranking: 14]
Can true love blossom through flexing contests? Definitely! Tsunade and A are both leaders of their respective nations, which means both of them are well-acquainted with the pressures that come with lots of responsibility. More than just being leaders, they also share similar interests, including working out until they're totally shredded and getting drunk.
The two could have a fun, relaxed, mutually supportive relationship - and they somewhat do in one episode of Rock Lee & His Ninja Pals. So, hey, actual Naruto canon? Get on this.
Izumo And Kotetsu
[ranking: 2]
While this pairing feels canon, it's never officially stated, so it counts. Izumo and Kotetsu work together on nearly every mission they're assigned. In fact, they're so dedicated to each other that when Kotetsu undertakes a solo mission involving an ostrich, he nearly lets the ostrich murder him because he simply can't function without Izumo.
Izumo and Kotetsu is just one of those relationships that would be canon if it weren't part of a shonen anime from the early 2000s.
Kakashi And Gai
[ranking: 11]
Considering how often Kakashi and Gai seem to go on vacation together in Boruto, it wouldn't be surprising if something goes on behind the scenes. These two have known each other since childhood, and while their personalities are complete opposites, they appear to find the other's endearing, if a little exasperating, too.
They trust and respect each other implicitly, and share an ease of interaction Kakashi never exhibits with anyone else. Besides that, their ridiculous rivalry is straight-up adorable.
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