The Fourth Hokage, known as Minato Namikaze, is a key character in the anime and manga series Naruto. He is celebrated for his incredible speed and mastery of ninjutsu, particularly the Flying Thunder God Technique, which allows him to teleport instantly to marked locations. Minato is also the father of Naruto Uzumaki, the series' main protagonist. Minato became the Fourth Hokage after demonstrating exceptional leadership and combat skills during the Third Shinobi World War. He sacrificed his life to protect the village of Konoha from the Nine-Tails, a powerful beast that attacked the village. His legacy continues to influence the story and characters throughout the series.