His contempt for outsiders who dared to wield the swords of the Seven remained fully intact — he furiously attacked Kakashi, intent on reclaiming Kubikiribocho. His habit of bickering with Jinpachi also did not disappear, and their constant quarrels did not cease even under Kabuto's control. In battle, he acted calculatingly and mercilessly, using mist for stealth attacks. Despite his suppressed will, his personality broke through in the form of malice and pride.