many of the Kage seen in the franchise are the direct descendants of other Kage, with Naruto, Tsunade and Gaara being related to the Fourth Hokage, First Hokage and Third Kazekage, respectively.

Kage are respected leaders in Naruto who are strong in a variety of ways, but can falter depending on physical or mental limitations. With sand at his disposal, Gaara of the Sand stays stationary ...