Character Overview

**Chakra Element:** Doton **Height:** 166 cm **Occupation:** Akatsuki member

Deidara is a missing-nin from Iwagakure. Before joining the Akatsuki, Deidara was a terrorist bomber for hire. His work caught the eye of Pain, who sent other Akatsuki members to recruit him. Though he refused at first, Deidara was forced to join the organization after being defeated by Itachi Uchiha. Deidara maintained a deep loathing for Itachi from that point onward and became determined to defeat him, even training one of his eyes to overcome Itachi’s signature ability: genjutsu. Deidara was partnered with Sasori upon joining the organization, who earned Deidara’s admiration through his artistic ability and insight. Deidara was partnered with Tobi after Sasori’s death, whom he treated as a disciple. Despite Tobi’s habit of accidentally angering Deidara, Deidara took great care to keep Tobi out of harm’s…

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