Kakashi Hatake is a character in the "Naruto" series, created by Masashi Kishimoto. He serves as a mentor to the main character, Naruto Uzumaki, and his teammates Sakura Haruno and Sasuke Uchiha. Kakashi is known for his calm and collected demeanor, his mask that hides most of his face, and his left eye, which possesses the Sharingan—a powerful eye technique he copied from his deceased friend, Obito Uchiha.
He became a jonin (high-ranking ninja) at a very young age and was regarded as a prodigy. Kakashi's father, Sakumo Hatake, was also a legendary ninja, but he committed suicide after being disgraced for prioritizing his comrades over a mission. This event deeply affected Kakashi's outlook on life and his adherence to the rules.
Despite his aloof and somewhat lazy attitude, Kakashi is deeply loyal to his friends and village. Over the course of the series, he grows closer to his students, especially Naruto, and plays a crucial role in the major conflicts they face.
Kakashi's character evolves significantly, and he eventually becomes the Sixth Hokage, the leader of the Hidden Leaf Village, reflecting his growth and the respect he has earned.
