Enma’s design and abilities are heavily inspired by the legendary Monkey King, Sun Wukong, from Journey to the West. His staff transformation mirrors the iconic Ruyi Jingu Bang, a staff that ...

His intelligence and battle experience are beyond what the Ant King has ever encountered. With his god-like powers, Madara would be one of the Naruto characters who could annihilate the Ant King.

Naruto's mythology ties and symbolism enhance ... Hiruzen's sidekick and summon, Monkey King Enma, is based on the same character and story that inspired Goku; Journey to the West.