The Rinnegan is a powerful dōjutsu, or eye technique, in the anime and manga series Naruto. It is characterized by its unique appearance, featuring a ripple pattern in the iris. The Rinnegan grants its user various abilities, including the manipulation of life and death, control over gravitational forces, and the ability to summon creatures. This eye technique is considered one of the three great dōjutsu, alongside the Sharingan and Byakugan. It is primarily associated with the legendary figure Hagoromo Ōtsutsuki, also known as the Sage of Six Paths. The Rinnegan is often sought after for its immense power and versatility in combat.