The Third Hokage, known as Hiruzen Sarutobi, was a prominent leader of the Hidden Leaf Village in the Naruto series. He was known for his wisdom, strong leadership, and mastery of various jutsu. Hiruzen took on the role of Hokage after the death of the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, and served as a mentor to many young ninjas, including Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha. Hiruzen was respected by both his peers and the villagers for his dedication to peace and protection of the village. He played a crucial role during the Ninja World Wars and faced significant challenges, including the attack by the Nine-Tails and the threat posed by Orochimaru, one of his former students. His legacy continues to influence the events in the series.