Naruto - Konoha's next hokage debate

Shikamaru Nara Brief Biography by Naruto WikiaShikamaru Nara (奈!391;|71;|59;}10;}23;, Nara Shikamaru) is a member of Konohagakure's Nara clan. Though lazy by nature, Shikamaru has a rare intellect that consistently allows him to prevail in combat. The responsibilities that these successes leave him with cause him frequent annoyance, but he gladly accepts them so that he may be of service to his fellow members of Team Asuma, and to prove himself to generations of the past and future. - http://naruto.wikia.com...Shikamaru is a highly capable shinobi, attested to by him being the first of his peers to be promoted to the rank of ch$3;nin,[9] as well as being made the Proxy Commander of the Fourth Division.[10] According to Temari, Shikamaru could easily make j!3;nin if he wasn't so lazy.[11] In the anime, it was stated that he was offered a position as one of the Twelve Guardian Ninja, but turned it down in order to stay in Konoha and protect it.[12] - http://naruto.wikia.com...He also specialises in shadow manipulations justu where he extends his shadow and connect with his opponent's shadow giving him capability to move or paralyse his opponent like a puppet.Why Shikamaru makes a great HokageReason 1: Genius, makes quick decisionsShikamaru has an extraodinary IQ of 200, beyond that of a genius and the smartest ninja in the Land of Fire as Sakura Haruno once stated.During his battle with sand ninja Temari he claimed to have thought of over 100 different strategies to defeat her and eventually forfeited on purpose.And during his fight with Hidan to take revenge for Asuma. He reformulated and devised new plans almost instantly when Kakashi arrived at the battle scene. Kakashi even takes notice of this which just emphasises the talent that Shikamaru has. Being a Hokage means that you have to be able to make the right decisions for your village especially when it comes to military matters. Nara Shikamaru has the capability to solve most of the problems that Konoha may have. With such a great mind, he can create better working laws, improve military functions and gain trust from the people of Konoha.Reason 2: Unwavering commitment and loyalty to his friendsShikamaru Nara is willing to risk his life for his comrades. He is willing to take on any mission if it is to save his friends and he cares deeply about his team. Shikamaru has a strong moral compass and sense of commitment towards his comrades. Even though, by his own testimony, he lacks bravery, he will sacrifice himself and face almost certain death, for the sake of his friends and/or villagers without a second thought. - (1)This commitment to his comrades is also shown in the Sasuke Retrieval ark when Shikamaru brings together a team of gennins to retrieve and rescue Sasuke at all costs and against all obstacles and enemies. "I know I seem lazy at times, but not today because now im responsible for all your lives. I really did not like Sasuke but, he is part of our village and I have to protect him thats our leaf way" - (2)He risked his life with each enemy he fought and he was almost at the brink of death fighting a powerful sound ninja but luckily saved at the last minute by Temari. He fought rigorously and wih intensity while using his mind to formulate countless plans to save Sasuke proving his loyalty to his comrades.When the mission failed in the end and he found out about the critical injuries and possible deaths of his friends, he felt as though he did not deserve be a leader or even a shinobi (ninja). But when he finds out that all his friends are still alive including his best friend Choji, he sheds tears and swears that future missions will go more smoothly. Shikamaru deeply cares about his comrades and not only that but also be concerned about mission successes and the lives of men under his command. This is what makes him a great leader and Hokage that everyone can trust.Reason 3: Has the requirements to be a proper HokageIn the final chuunin exam arc he forfeited after managing to paralyze Temari with his shadow imitation jutsu (technique). He claimed that he used up most of his chakra and was too tired to fight further matches. Although his friends saw this as an act of laziness the judges including the 3rd Hokage praised his intellect to know when to retreat in a fight and thus he was promoted to Chuunin. Shikamaru was the only genin promoted to Chuunin showing his skills at leadership and being a good shinobi fit to be Hokage. Asuma himslef stated that Shikamaru could have become Hokage with his attributes if he really tried. - (3)Closing statementFor his intellect, loyalty and qualifications, I vote Shikamaru Nara as the new 6th Hokage.Sources:(1) http://naruto.wikia.com...(2) http://www.comicvine.com...(3) http://www.mangareader.net... *spoilers*On to Defro.(Reminder; rebuttals start at round 3)