Why Is Tobi Acting Silly in Naruto? Here’s Why

In its time, Akatsuki was a criminal group full of mystery and mysterious goals as well.

It is known that there is a member who replaces Sasori, namely Tobi who has a silly nature, but why is Tobi acting silly?

1. His silly behavior is to cover up his true identity

Konan and Obito. (Doc. Pierrot/naruto-shippuden)

Behind Tobi’s mask is Obito Uchiha, the true leader of the Akatsuki group who moves the group behind the scenes.

But he had to hide his true identity, even from other Akatsuki members other than a few who knew.

Because of that, he created the character or persona “Tobi” which is silly and not suspected by the other members.

2. Tobi’s silly nature is a combination of the characteristics of Tobi (Zetsu Spiral) and young Obito.

Studio Pierrot/Naruto Shippuden

While being helped by Madara, Obito meets several creatures from the Tree. Chakrasuch as White Zetsu and Spiral Zetsu.

Well, Zetsu Spiral aka “Tobi” has a silly character and wants to know a lot about humans.

At first, Obito was annoyed by Tobi’s (Zetsu Spiral) silly nature, but over time they became friends.

Besides, Obito was also a bit silly when he was little, so acting silly as Tobi didn’t seem difficult for Obito.

3. Both Obito and Tobi (Zetsu Spiral) can actually be serious characters too

Studio Pierrot/Naruto Shippuden

Tobi’s persona or characteristics from Akatsuki may be silly and also funny, a bit annoying for the other members.

However, the figures in it such as Obiti and Tobi (Zetsu Spiral) can actually be serious characters too.

Obito is clearly more serious after Rin’s death, besides Zetsu Spiral also looks more serious in the Fourth Shinobi World War.

So that’s the reason why Tobi is acting silly, what do you think?

First published April 30, 2023, reissued July 5, 2024.