While not confirmed, it almost seems like Kishimoto was referencing the debate about the wart on Jiraiya's nose by drawing the character with more prominent warts after his Sage Mode transformation.

Jiraiya, a legendary ninja in Naruto, repeatedly declined the Hokage position, despite his immense power and respect. Haunted by his failure to save Orochimaru and driven by a desire for freedom ...

Jiraiya's death in Naruto remains a poignant moment for fans, highlighting his role as a mentor and father figure to Naruto. His heroic sacrifice against Pain, while tragic, provided crucial ...

Jiraiya’s death is widely acknowledged as ... he strives to stick to facts and maintains objectivity, and believes in drawing conclusions only based on hardcore facts. He also only writes ...