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Top 5 Akatsuki Members You Need on Your Desk

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The Akatsuki are the most iconic villain organization in Naruto. Black cloaks, red clouds, and S-rank criminals who reshaped the entire shinobi world. If you’re curating a Naruto desk display, the Akatsuki era is where the series reaches its peak. Full organization history at the Naruto Fandom — Akatsuki.

This guide covers the five officially licensed Blokees kits that best represent the Akatsuki era — the characters, the battles, and the bond that ended it. Start from the Naruto Toys lineup for the complete Naruto catalog.

Each kit section below includes verified specs, accessories, and a best-for recommendation. A comparison table and display tips follow the individual sections.

Quick Pick: All Five Kits at a Glance

Kit	Series	Pieces	Best for
Naruto Shippuden Legend Edition 01 Kurama (Nine Tails)	Legend Edition	263	Rear centerpiece. Flagship desk display.
Naruto Champion Class 02 Naruto Uzumaki	Champion Class	103	Rivalry anchor. Rasengan display pair.
Naruto Champion Class 04 Sasuke Uchiha	Champion Class	80	Akatsuki member. Chidori sword display.
Naruto Champion Class 03 Minato Namikaze (Reanimation)	Champion Class	97	War arc. Father-son generational layer.
Naruto Shippuden GV01 Ultimate Bond	Galaxy Version	See product page	Desk front. Accessible entry-level kit.

The Five Kits: Full Details

1. Naruto Shippuden Legend Edition 01 Kurama (Nine Tails)

Naruto Shippuden Legend Edition — flagship desk centerpiece

Kurama, the Nine-Tailed Fox, is what the Akatsuki spent the entire Naruto Shippuden series trying to capture. Naruto’s bond with Kurama became the decisive factor in ending the Fourth Great Ninja War.

This is the most complex and largest kit in the Blokees Naruto lineup. The nine independent tails and magnetic light-up feature give it an immediate shelf presence that no other kit in this list matches.

Specification	Verified data
Price	$49.99
Pieces	263
Articulation	31 points of articulation
Tails	9 independent, each poseable
Special feature	Magnetic light-up feature
Surface detail	Full body fur details + precision color separation
Included	Naruto Uzumaki statue + Tailed Beast Ball
Ages	14 YEARS+
Package size	9.84 × 5.91 × 12.60 in.
Assembly	Officially licensed; snap-fit, tool-free

9 independent tails — each poseable separately. Full spread creates an instant backdrop for other kits.
- Magnetic light-up feature — activates the Tailed Beast Ball glow display. No external tools needed.
- Naruto Uzumaki statue included — the Naruto and Kurama partnership displayed in the same kit.
- Tailed Beast Ball — Kurama’s signature attack, included as a display accessory.
- Full body fur details — precision surface texture matches the Nine-Tails design from the anime.
- ABS/POM/PVC materials — durable construction with clean color separation across parts.

✓ Best for: The rear centerpiece of any Akatsuki-era or Naruto display. Kurama’s height and nine-tail spread fills the back of a shelf without any extra setup. Activate the light-up feature and it illuminates the kits in front. Best pairing: Naruto Uzumaki CC02 front-left.

2. Naruto Champion Class 02 Naruto Uzumaki

Naruto Champion Class — the protagonist who ended the Pain arc

Naruto Uzumaki’s perfect Sage Mode arrival during Pain’s assault on Konoha is one of the most iconic entrances in anime. This kit captures Shippuden-era Naruto with the Rasenshuriken and full accessory set.

The 22-point articulation standard gives him enough range to hold the Rasengan grip cleanly, a running stance, or an open-palm pose. He works as the rivalry anchor in a two-kit display or as the front-left piece in a full five-kit war-era setup.

Specification	Verified data
Price	$19.99
Pieces	103
Articulation	22 points of super articulation
Materials	ABS, POM, PVC
Assembly	Officially licensed; snap-fit, tool-free
Ages	14 YEARS+
Package size	5.91 × 9.84 × 2.95 in.

Rasenshuriken — the wind-nature technique that defeated Kakuzu. Poseable alongside the kit.
- Rasengan — Naruto’s core technique, included as a poseable grip accessory.
- Kunai — standard weapon, included.
- Special effect cloud parts — chakra display accessories for dynamic poses.
- Interchangeable face sculpts — multiple expression options for different display scenarios.
- Interchangeable hands — swap between Rasengan grip, weapon hold, and open-hand stance.
- Display stand — included for stable shelf presentation.

✓ Best for: Rivalry pair display facing CC04 Sasuke Uchiha, or front-row in a war-era four-kit setup alongside Minato Namikaze and Kurama. The Rasengan grip facing Sasuke’s Chidori sword communicates the rivalry instantly.

3. Naruto Champion Class 04 Sasuke Uchiha

Naruto Champion Class — the Uchiha who briefly wore the Akatsuki cloak

Sasuke Uchiha joined the Akatsuki after Itachi’s death, making him the only kit in this lineup with direct Akatsuki membership. He wore the cloak, operated under their banner, and pursued his own agenda from within.

The CC04 design is Shippuden-era Sasuke: dark, precise, Uchiha detailing throughout. The Chidori sword is the defining accessory. Against Naruto’s Rasengan, the rivalry display explains itself without any context.

Specification	Verified data
Price	$19.99
Pieces	80
Articulation	Super articulation
Design	Anime-accurate Uchiha detailing
Assembly	Officially licensed; snap-fit, tool-free
Ages	14 YEARS+
Package size	5.91 × 9.84 × 2.95 in.

Chidori sword — Sasuke’s signature weapon. Included. The natural counter to Naruto’s Rasengan in a rivalry display.
- Interchangeable face sculpts — focused combat and neutral expressions available.
- Multiple hand parts — sword-grip and open-hand configurations.
- Anime-accurate color separation — upgraded craftsmanship ensures a clean, realistic finish.
- Refined materials — smooth articulation and reliable stability.

✓ Best for: Rivalry pair facing CC02 Naruto Uzumaki. The Akatsuki-era context makes him the only kit here with direct cloak credentials. Works as a standalone desk piece or as the right anchor in any rivalry setup.

4. Naruto Champion Class 03 Minato Namikaze (Reanimation)

Naruto Champion Class — the Fourth Hokage returned for the war the Akatsuki started

Minato Namikaze is Naruto’s father and the Fourth Hokage. He appears in the Reanimation design during the Fourth Great Ninja War — brought back via Impure World Reincarnation to fight alongside the son he sacrificed himself to protect.

The 97-piece compact design keeps him from overwhelming the front-row rivalry pair while still communicating his generational significance. Place him on a riser behind Naruto for the father-above-son display that defines the war arc.

Specification	Verified data
Price	$19.99
Pieces	97
Design	Reanimation — Fourth Hokage war-arc appearance
Assembly	Officially licensed; highly articulated, tool-free
Ages	14 YEARS+
Package size	5.91 × 9.84 × 2.95 in.

Interchangeable face sculpts — swap between protective and determined expressions.
- Interchangeable hand sets — poseable for Rasengan grip or Hiraishin stance.
- Complete accessory set — full contents verified on the official product page.
- Premium craftsmanship — optimized materials with clean color separation.
- Compact form factor — 97 pieces fits cleanly behind a front-row pair without dominating the layout.

✓ Best for: The generational layer in a war-era display. Position him one riser height above and behind CC02 Naruto Uzumaki. Father and son in the same war-era setup — the most emotionally resonant arrangement in this lineup.

5. Naruto Shippuden GV01 Ultimate Bond

Naruto Shippuden Galaxy Version — the bond that ended the Akatsuki conflict

The Ultimate Bond name is intentional. Naruto’s ability to form and maintain bonds — with Kurama, with Sasuke, with the Allied Forces — was the reason the Akatsuki ultimately failed.

GV01 is the entry point to the Naruto Shippuden Galaxy Version series. Accessible for ages 9+ and priced for desk display without a large investment. It expands into a wave lineup with GV02 and GV03.

Specification	Verified data
Price	$8.99
Series	Naruto Shippuden Galaxy Version
Ages	9 YEARS+
Full specs	See official product page at blokees.com/en-us

Galaxy Version series entry — expandable. GV02 The Place The Leaves Dance and GV03 Heart of a Ninja continue the wave.
- Ages 9+ — lower age recommendation than Champion Class (14+) makes this an accessible starting point.
- $8.99 price point — the most affordable kit in this lineup. Strong desk front-edge piece.
- Officially licensed — canonically accurate design from the Naruto Shippuden IP.

✓ Best for: Desk front-edge position in the five-kit display. The smaller footprint sits in front of the Champion Class kits without blocking them. Also works standalone as a single-desk piece for the collector expanding gradually.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Kit	Price	Pieces	Articulation	Ages	Series
LE01 Kurama (Nine Tails)	$49.99	263	31 pts	14+	Legend Edition
CC02 Naruto Uzumaki	$19.99	103	22 pts	14+	Champion Class
CC04 Sasuke Uchiha	$19.99	80	Super artic.	14+	Champion Class
CC03 Minato Namikaze	$19.99	97	Highly artic.	14+	Champion Class
GV01 Ultimate Bond	$8.99	See page	See page	9+	Galaxy Version

The Akatsuki Era: Why These Characters

The Akatsuki were the most feared criminal organization in the Naruto universe. Originally formed to bring peace to the Hidden Rain Village, they evolved into a group of S-rank rogue ninja hunting Tailed Beasts across every nation. Full history at Wikipedia — Naruto.

Kurama was the Akatsuki’s ultimate target. Naruto was the host. Sasuke briefly joined after Itachi’s death. Minato returned from death to fight the war they started. GV01’s Ultimate Bond name directly references the bond Naruto forged that stopped them.

Every kit in this guide connects to the Akatsuki arc. That’s why they work as a coherent desk display rather than random character picks.

The Naruto Champion Class Series

The Naruto Champion Class is Blokees’ flagship Naruto series. Every kit is officially licensed under the Naruto Shippuden IP, designed for ages 14+, and engineered with ABS/POM/PVC materials for poseable joints that hold their positions under accessory load.

Tool-free assembly is the standard. Snap-fit parts click together without glue. Colors are pre-separated across the plastic runners, so the assembled result is anime-accurate without painting.

Champion Class standard feature	What it means for your display
22-point articulation baseline	Enough joint coverage to hold combat poses, running stances, and weapon-draw positions.
Interchangeable faces + hands	Swap expressions and grip types. One kit, multiple display configurations.
Snap-fit / tool-free assembly	No glue, no extra tools. Parts click into place. Display-ready in one session.
Display stand included	Consistent base height across Champion Class kits. Shelf rows look clean and unified.
Officially licensed IP	Canonical character designs, costumes, and accessories verified from the series.

Five-Kit Display Setup

Recommended arrangement

Rear center — LE01 Kurama (Nine Tails). Largest kit. Tails spread wide. Magnetic light-up active.
Front row, left — CC02 Naruto Uzumaki. Rasengan grip. Facing right.
Front row, right — CC04 Sasuke Uchiha. Chidori sword drawn. Facing left.
Second row, behind Naruto — CC03 Minato Namikaze. One riser height up.
Desk front edge — GV01 Ultimate Bond. Small footprint. Doesn’t block the Champion Class row.

Display tips

Gap between kits — one hand-width between front-row pieces. Cramped displays lose individual design language.
Kurama tail spread — wide is better than close. Nine tails function as a natural backdrop frame.
Light-up activation — Kurama’s magnetic feature radiates glow forward across the Champion Class kits.
Interchangeable faces — use combat expressions for a battle-scene display; neutral expressions for a post-war setup.
UV exposure — keep away from direct sunlight. Orange and red tones fade faster than dark colors.

Care and Maintenance

ABS and PVC plastics are durable but not UV-resistant. Direct sunlight fades colors over time. Naruto’s orange and Kurama’s red tones are the most vulnerable.

Dusting — use a dry, soft brush rather than a cloth. Cloths snag on joint edges. Kurama’s fur texture requires more frequent cleaning than smooth Champion Class surfaces.
Interchangeable parts storage — face sculpts and hand sets are small. Keep them in the original tray or a labeled container.
Joint maintenance — POM joints hold tension better when reposes occasionally. Fixed poses over long periods can stress joint components.
Assembly record — keep the original part layouts visible during assembly. Snap-fit kits reassemble cleanly but small parts are easier to place with the layout reference visible.

Conclusion

These five kits cover every layer of the Akatsuki era: the Tailed Beast they hunted, the protagonist who stopped them, the Akatsuki member who came from inside their ranks, the father who returned to fight the war they started, and the bond that ended it all.

Start with the two-kit rivalry pair — Naruto and Sasuke — and add Kurama as the centerpiece when you’re ready to expand. That three-kit core is already a strong desk display.

Full Naruto lineup at Blokees.

FAQs

Which of these five kits is the best starting point?

If budget is the main factor, GV01 Ultimate Bond at $8.99 is the easiest entry. If you want the most desk-ready immediate display, CC02 Naruto Uzumaki and CC04 Sasuke Uchiha at $19.99 each give you the rivalry pair in one purchase round.

For the most complete single-kit statement, LE01 Kurama (Nine Tails) at $49.99 is in its own category. It’s the largest, most complex, and most immediately recognizable kit in the lineup. Anyone who sees it on your desk knows exactly what it is.

What is included with the Kurama (Nine Tails) Legend Edition kit?

The LE01 Kurama (Nine Tails) includes: 263 pieces, 31 articulation points, 9 independent poseable tails, a magnetic light-up feature, full body fur details, precision color separation, a Naruto Uzumaki statue, and the Tailed Beast Ball. All data verified from the official Blokees product page.

The magnetic light-up feature is the standout. It activates without tools — just the magnetic connector — and the glow radiates forward across any kits positioned in front of Kurama. At 9.84 × 5.91 × 12.60 in. package size, expect this kit to anchor the back of a full shelf or desk.

What accessories come with Naruto Uzumaki CC02?

Naruto Uzumaki CC02 includes: Rasenshuriken, Rasengan, Kunai, special effect cloud parts, interchangeable face sculpts, interchangeable hands, and a display stand. All data verified from the official Blokees product page.

The Rasenshuriken is the most display-relevant accessory for an Akatsuki-era setup — it’s the technique Naruto used to defeat Kakuzu in their first direct Akatsuki confrontation. The effect clouds extend the visual footprint of the pose without needing any additional support structures.

Do Sasuke Uchiha and Naruto Uzumaki display well together?

Yes. They’re designed for exactly this. CC04 Sasuke’s dark Uchiha color scheme contrasts directly with CC02 Naruto’s orange jumpsuit. Position Naruto left with Rasengan grip, Sasuke right with Chidori sword drawn, approximately one hand-width apart. The rivalry reads immediately.

Both kits use the same base size and stand type, so the display heights align correctly. The Akatsuki-era version of this display can include the black-cloak context: Sasuke wore the cloak after Itachi’s death, so the display has a documented canonical moment to reference.

What is the Naruto Shippuden Galaxy Version?

The Naruto Shippuden Galaxy Version is a separate Blokees series from the Champion Class. GV01 Ultimate Bond is the first entry. It’s designed for ages 9+ with an $8.99 price point, making it the most accessible kit in this lineup.

The Galaxy Version series is expandable. GV02 The Place The Leaves Dance and GV03 Heart of a Ninja continue the wave, each at the same price point. For a desk display that tells the Akatsuki era story across multiple kits at an accessible price, the Galaxy Version wave is the right starting path.

Is the Minato Namikaze kit the Reanimation version?

Yes. CC03 Minato Namikaze uses the Reanimation design — his appearance during the Fourth Great Ninja War, after he was brought back via Impure World Reincarnation. This is the version most associated with the Akatsuki-era war arc rather than his pre-series Fourth Hokage appearance.

The 97-piece form is compact by Champion Class standards. That’s intentional for display purposes — it works cleanly on a riser behind the front-row rivalry pair without dominating the eye line. His interchangeable face sculpts and hands give the same pose flexibility as the other Champion Class kits.

Are these kits tool-free? Do they require glue?

All five kits use snap-fit assembly. No glue, no cutting tools, no extra equipment. Parts click into place by hand. Colors are pre-separated across the plastic runners, so the assembled result is anime-accurate without painting.

For Kurama’s 263-piece count, expect roughly double the assembly time of a standard Champion Class kit. The magnetic light-up connector is also self-contained — no wiring, no battery installation, no separate tools. The GV01 Galaxy Version kit’s assembly details are on the official product page.

How do I maintain these kits over time?

Keep all five away from direct sunlight — UV exposure fades warm tones like Naruto’s orange and Kurama’s red over time. Dust with a dry soft brush rather than a cloth. Kurama’s full body fur texture collects dust faster than the smooth Champion Class surfaces.

Store interchangeable parts (face sculpts, hand sets) in the original tray or a labeled container. POM joints hold tension better when the kit is repositioned occasionally rather than kept in a single fixed pose for months.

Can I add more kits to expand this display?

Yes. The natural expansions are CC01 Boruto Uzumaki for the next generation layer, and the Legend Edition Kurama already covers the Naruto-Kurama partnership. Within the Galaxy Version wave, GV02 The Place The Leaves Dance and GV03 Heart of a Ninja extend GV01 without changing the display footprint significantly.

For a full Akatsuki-era arc display, the rivalry pair (CC02 Naruto + CC04 Sasuke), the generational layer (CC03 Minato), the Tailed Beast centerpiece (LE01 Kurama), and the bond theme (GV01) covers every narrative element. That’s the complete five-kit setup.

Where do I find the full specs for GV01 Ultimate Bond?

Full specification details for GV01 Ultimate Bond are on the official Blokees product page at https://blokees.com/en-us/products/naruto-shippuden-gv-ultimate-bond. The page includes the complete piece count, assembly details, package contents, and any accessories included.

The Galaxy Version series pages follow the same format as Champion Class product pages — a complete contents list, verified spec data, and the officially licensed character details. Always check the official page before purchase for the most current and accurate information.

Sources

Naruto Fandom — Akatsuki — Primary Akatsuki reference. History, members, and goals. Ongoing updates.
Wikipedia — Naruto — Naruto series overview including Akatsuki arc context. Ongoing updates.
Naruto Official Website — Official character and series documentation. Ongoing updates.
Naruto Shippuden Legend Edition 01 Kurama (Nine Tails) — Blokees — , light-up, full fur, Naruto statue + Tailed Beast Ball, $49.99, ages 14+
Naruto Champion Class 02 Naruto Uzumaki — Blokees — $19.99, ages 14+, package 5.91×9.84×2.95 in., full accessory set.
Naruto Champion Class 04 Sasuke Uchiha — Blokees — .Chidori sword, $19.99, ages 14+, package 5.91×9.84×2.95 in.
Naruto Champion Class 03 Minato Namikaze (Reanimation) — Blokees — , $19.99, ages 14+, package 5.91×9.84×2.95 in.
Naruto Shippuden GV01 Ultimate Bond — Blokees — Galaxy Version series, $8.99, ages 9+. Full specs on product page.