After a fight, Boruto Uzumaki was left with a strange mark on his hand. In the anime, he has only just learned that the mark is called karma. The manga has given the audience a lot more information. The mysterious mark still has a lot of unknowns, but there have been a few answers given to fans.
The karma is full of power but leaves Boruto venerable to possession. Boruto seems to have little control when the power appears. He also seems to lose control over himself when the karma begins to spread. The major concern around Boruto seems to be if he'll be able to triumph over Momoshiki's curse mark.
10 Where Does It Come From? Boruto Received The Mark After He Helped Defeat Momoshiki Otsutsuki
Boruto received the mark after he helped defeat Momoshiki Otsutsuki. When Momoshiki managed to capture Naruto, several of Naruto's friends showed up to help the shinobi. The group put up a valiant fight, but it wasn't quite enough.
He didn't have the same experience as some of the other people fighting Momoshiki, but he was the one who managed to land the final blow. Boruto was able to turn to the Rasengan to help defeat the enemy.
9 Why Give It To Boruto? Many Factors Lead To This Choice But The Biggest Seems To Be That It Was Boruto Who Finally Defeated Him
Boruto was one of many who helped defeat Momoshiki. He was the youngest. He had the least power and experience. Momoshiki chose to give his power to Boruto. He could have given it to someone else, there were a great number of powerful ninja for him to choose from.
He chose Boruto over Naruto and Sasuke, who were the two strongest ninja there. He seems to have chosen Boruto mostly because it was Boruto who finally defeated him. His youth might have made him a better candidate as it could make him easier to control. Momoshiki could also see Boruto's future, which might have included his potential.
8 When Does The Karma Appear? The Karma Appears When Boruto's Life Is In Danger
Kawaki seems to be able to control his karma at will. He has possessed the seal longer than Boruto and has received special training to control the power. Boruto doesn't seem to be able to control his karma with the same effect.
His karma seems to only appear at certain times. When Boruto is facing a life-threatening problem, the karma seems to appear. He seems to be able to intuitively control the power. Like Kawaki, Boruto will likely be able to learn to control the power.
7 Does Boruto Lose Control Over Himself? Currently, The Karma Seems To Be In Control But There Is Hope For The Future
Momoshiki doesn't seem to have given Boruto power out of kindness. It seems the power allows him to take over Boruto's body. While Boruto seems to be able to maintain control when he activates the karma, there seem to be times they weren't themselves.
Boruto lives under the constant threat that he might be possessed by Momoshiki, similarly to how Jigen has been possessed by Isshiki Otsutsuki. The brief glimpse in the future, from the beginning of Boruto, seems to suggest Boruto gains control over the power.
6 Can It Be Transferred To Someone Else? It Is Possible
Since the power was transferred to Boruto, it may be possible that the power could be transferred to someone else. This may be similar to how Kurama can be transferred from one person to another.
The power could possibly be transferred from Boruto though that might cause him problems. It is known that Jigen was able to transplant the power from himself to his successor, though he still maintained Isshiki's power. One way to save Boruto from potential possession could be to try transferring the power to someone else.
5 What Can Karma Do? Boruto's Karma Can Absorb Chakra And Other People's Jutsu
The karma's powers seem to be vast and varied. Jigen has been given great speed and has been shown using a teleporting jutsu similar to what was seen with Kaguya. Kawaki has been shown using an energy blast and changing his arm into a sword.
Boruto has been shown to use the ability to absorb both chakra and other people's jutsu. The true potential of the karma has likely been untapped, but Boruto will likely be given a lot of upgrades with power.
4 Will Karma Make Boruto More Powerful Than Past Generations? It Is Likely
The Otsutsuki consider themselves gods. The clan is certainly capable of incredible feats. When Boruto is given the power of an Otsutsuki, he is given the possibility of becoming something more.
When Momoshiki gives Boruto his power, he tells Boruto that he will stop being an ordinary human. This statement might mean that Boruto has the most potential out of anyone in Konoha. He could become even stronger than previous generations.
3 How Does Karma Work Together With Jougan? It Is Not Yet Known
The jougan is the name of Boruto's kekkei genkai. While the jougan is quite mysterious in its own right, it is implied he got the power from the Otsutsuki Clan. The Boruto manga and anime begin with the titular character using both together.
Boruto has been shown using the powers individually, but it will be interesting to see how the two powers work together. Since both powers ended up being given to Boruto by the Otsutsuki, there is a chance their combined power might mean something special.
2 Will Karma Lead To Destruction And Doom? It Is Very Likely
Momoshiki makes a decree that hangs over Boruto's life. He states that Boruto's blue eyes will take everything from him. That statement likely has something to do with the jougan, but it could also have something to do with karma's power.
Given what is known about karma, the power might lead to destruction and doom in Boruto's future. This line may be a reference to Boruto losing control at some point. Momoshiki might have been warning Boruto about what would happen to him once he has both the jougan and karma.
1 Is It Related To Something Konoha Has Seen Before? It Is Similar To Other Cursed Marks But It Seems To Be Something Completely New
Karma seems to operate a little like the curse mark Orochimaru gave to Sasuke. Orochimaru had planned on taking control of Sasuke, similarly to how Momoshiki plans to take control of Boruto. Experts in the village have claimed it's unlike any curse mark seen before.
Sarada has drawn a comparison between the chakra seal on her mother's forehead and karma. Both the chakra seal and karma have a similar appearance. Boruto's karma may be similar to other elements in the series, but it seems to be something new and unknown.