The wait is finally over for Shinobi fans! After months of speculation and a brief appearance that left many players scrambling, the highly anticipated return of the entire Naruto cosmetic collection to the Fortnite Item Shop is all but confirmed, according to the latest data and leaks as of this December 2025. This article breaks down the exact rumored dates, the V-Bucks you need to save, and which fan-favorite characters are coming back to the battle royale island.
The Naruto collaboration remains one of the most successful and requested anime crossovers in Fortnite history, rivaled only by the massive *Dragon Ball* events. With a potential Chapter 7 launch or the annual Winterfest event on the horizon, the timing for the Hidden Leaf Village’s return is perfect, bringing a massive wave of content for both original fans and those who missed the previous rotations.
1. The Confirmed (Leaked) Naruto Return Date for Chapter 7
The most critical piece of information for any dedicated player is the "When." Based on recent Item Shop data and reliable leaker reports, the full suite of Naruto cosmetics is expected to make a massive comeback in the first half of December 2025.
While Epic Games rarely gives official release dates for Item Shop rotations, the community has pinpointed a timeframe that aligns with the end of the current season and the start of a new major event. The last time the skins were seen was reportedly on December 4, 2025, suggesting a very recent rotation and a quick re-rotation is highly likely to capitalize on the holiday season buzz.
- Expected Window: Early to Mid-December 2025.
- Potential Event Tie-in: The return is rumored to coincide with a major seasonal event, such as the start of Chapter 7 or the massive Winterfest 2025 celebration, which is a prime time for highly sought-after collaborations.
- Why the Return is Happening Now: Epic Games often brings back major collaborations during peak player periods to maximize sales. The holiday season, coupled with a major Chapter update, is the perfect storm for a record-breaking Item Shop appearance.
2. The Full List of All Returning Naruto Skins and V-Bucks Prices
The Naruto collaboration is unique because it has been split into two major waves, bringing a total of eight characters from the iconic anime and manga series. All eight are expected to return simultaneously, giving players the chance to complete their entire collection.
Wave 1: Team 7 and Sensei
This was the original, groundbreaking collaboration that brought the core characters to the island. Each outfit is expected to be available individually or as part of a discounted bundle.
- Naruto Uzumaki Outfit: The main protagonist, often priced around 1,500 V-Bucks. It includes the Scroll Back Bling.
- Sasuke Uchiha Outfit: Features the Snake Sword Pickaxe and the Demon Wind Shuriken Back Bling.
- Sakura Haruno Outfit: Comes with the Hidden Leaf Cloak Back Bling.
- Kakashi Hatake Outfit: The copy ninja, complete with the Pakkun Back Bling.
- Bundle Price: The original Team 7 bundle (Sasuke and Sakura) was priced at 2,200 V-Bucks, offering a significant saving over buying them separately.
Wave 2: The Rivals and Villains
The second wave expanded the roster to include some of the most popular characters from the *Shippuden* era, focusing on the fan-favorite rivals.
- Itachi Uchiha Outfit: The elder Uchiha brother, a highly requested skin.
- Gaara Outfit: The Fifth Kazekage, featuring the Sand Cloud Back Bling.
- Orochimaru Outfit: One of the legendary Sannin, the primary antagonist of the early series.
- Hinata Hyuga Outfit: The Byakugan master, a core member of the Konoha 11.
- Rivals Bundle Price: The Gaara & Hinata Hyuga Bundle is historically the most expensive character bundle, priced at 2,400 V-Bucks, often due to the inclusion of a Glider.
3. Will There Be NEW Naruto Skins in the December 2025 Return?
While the return of the existing eight characters is a massive win for the community, the biggest question is always: "What's new?" The current leaks for the December 2025 rotation primarily confirm the return of the existing sets, but the door is wide open for new cosmetic styles or entirely new characters.
Highly Requested and Rumored New Content:
Epic Games loves to surprise players with new variants or accessories. The most likely additions would be new styles for existing skins or new ancillary items:
- New Styles: Fans are clamoring for a Six Paths Sage Mode style for Naruto, a Taka Outfit style for Sasuke, or an Anbu Black Ops style for Itachi Uchiha. One leak did mention the 'Anbu Sword' cosmetic, suggesting that an Anbu-themed item or style might be in the works.
- Jiraiya or Tsunade: The two biggest omissions from the previous waves are the other two legendary Sannin, Jiraiya and Tsunade. Their inclusion would complete the iconic trio, offering new Back Blings (like a Toad or a Katsuyu slug) and Pickaxes.
- Madara Uchiha: As one of the most powerful and recognizable villains in all of anime, a Madara skin would be an instant seller and a perfect fit for a "Chapter 7" event.
- New Emotes: A new, iconic emote, such as the Chidori or a Rasengan charging animation, is always a possibility to refresh the bundles.
4. The Full Naruto Cosmetic Entity List to Collect
To achieve true topical authority, a deep dive into the full list of cosmetics is essential. Beyond the eight main outfits, the Naruto collaboration has brought a wealth of Pickaxes, Gliders, and Emotes, which are all expected to return to the Item Shop in December 2025. This is the complete list of all items to look out for:
Pickaxes:
- Kunai Pickaxe
- Black Ops Sword Pickaxe
- Hidan’s Scythe Pickaxe
- Snake Sword Pickaxe
Gliders:
- Kurama Glider (The iconic Nine-Tails Fox)
- Manda Glider (Orochimaru’s giant snake summon)
- Ninja Tools Glider (A bundle of ninja weapons)
Emotes:
- Ramen Break Emote
- Summoning Jutsu Emote
- Tailed Beast Transformation Emote
5. Why the Naruto Return is Part of a Larger Anime Strategy in 2025
The return of Naruto in December 2025 is not an isolated event; it's part of a massive push by Epic Games to dominate the anime collaboration space. The timing strongly suggests that the Naruto set will be available alongside, or immediately following, another major anime collaboration.
- The Bleach Crossover: Rumors and leaks have heavily pointed to a major *Bleach* crossover featuring Ichigo Kurosaki and other characters arriving around the same time, possibly December 20, 2025. This strategy creates an "Anime Super-Month" for players to spend their V-Bucks.
- The Dragon Ball Precedent: The massive success of the recurring *Dragon Ball* collaborations (Goku, Vegeta, Beerus, Gohan, Piccolo, etc.) has proven the immense profitability of anime in Fortnite. Epic is clearly trying to replicate this success with other major franchises.
- Topical Authority: By rotating in the Naruto set, alongside other major IP like *Bleach*, *Jujutsu Kaisen*, and *My Hero Academia*, Epic Games solidifies Fortnite as the ultimate destination for anime fans in the battle royale genre, ensuring high player engagement throughout the end of 2025 and into the new year.
Keep your V-Bucks ready! The entire Naruto collection is on its way back to the Item Shop in December 2025, offering a second chance to grab the skins and cosmetics that have become a staple of the Fortnite community.
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