Introduced in the series during the Chuunin Exams arc, Gaara was a shinobi from Konoha's ally, the Wind country. Along with siblings Temari and Kankuro, and mentor Baki, he came to participate in the exams. From his initial appearance, Gaara was portrayed as ruthless and violent. His difficult upbringing and lack of affection led him to develop a deep-seated hatred for those around him, with only himself being his true love. Six years prior to the main storyline, he got a tattoo of the Japanese Kanji character "Ai," meaning "Love." However, in Gaara's case, this love was self-love, as he was "Demon loving only himself." The kanji "愛" on his forehead is also part of his name.
Gaara's point of view dramatically changed after a clash with Naruto, who taught him the true meaning of loving others. Since then, Gaara always feels
Occupation: Kazekage, Regimental Commander of the Allied Shinobi Forces, Commander of the Fourth Division
Gaaras point of view dramatically changed after a clash with Naruto, who taught him the true meaning of loving others. Since then, Gaara always feels in debt to Naruto, and tries to help him as much as he can.Like Naruto, Gaara is a Jinchuuriki who holds within him the one tailed beast, Ichibi no Shukaku. Gaara also relates to Naruto in that in his early years, Gaara was often repelled by other children, and feared by Sunas citizens due to the incredible power he possessed.