Created by Masashi Kishimoto, Gaara is the fictional character from the Naruto manga and anime series. Gaara was designed as a foil to the series’ titular character, Naruto Uzumaki,. They were born through similar circumstances, but somehow develop vastly different personalities as they deal with their troubled upbringing.

Gaara was initially introduced as an antagonist and Naruto’s rival. Both of them eventually develop a bond as kindred spirits and become close friends as the series progresses.