Did Itachi actually care about Sasuke?

Although this seemed inconceivable, there are subtle giveaways that showed Itachi really loved his little brother all along. When Obito told Sasuke the real reason behind Itachi’s motives, it was revealed that Sasuke was spared because his older brother actually loved and cared for him above anyone else.

Why did Itachi traumatize Sasuke?

Itachi torture Sasuke to make him strong to not only kill Itachi himself but also to be able to protect himself. Uchiha clan awaken their sharingan after an extreme painful experience and Itachi believed Sasuke would be more stronger if he had a goal so challenging as that.

Why did Itachi do what he did to Sasuke?

The Consequences Itachi led Sasuke, the brother he spared, on a course for revenge and vengeance. He believed only Sasuke could pass judgment on him for the massacre that he had committed, and wanted his brother Sasuke to get strong enough to slay him.

Why does Itachi tap Sasuke’s forehead?

It’s something he always did to apologize to Sasuke because he didn’t have enough time for him. It’s also a sign of love for both Itachi and Sasuke. So when he touched Sasuke’s head before he died it was his way of telling he loved him after everything.

Did Itachi put Sasuke under a genjutsu?

Itachi did not put Sasuke in Genjutsu for fun. First off, it’s a manipulation tactic. Itachi only used it to manipulate the exact result he needed from Sasuke. You see the way to beat Sasuke is to simply piss him off.

Why did Itachi smiled?

Itachi smiled because he was with his little brother whom he loved in his final moments. Bc he loved Sasuke and thought everything was gonna fall into place and go all according to Keikaku™. So he felt at peace that his mission was done, he protected Sasuke, and that he can rest easy.

Why did Itachi ignore Sasuke?

Itachi knew that the sharingan develops through mental trauma. Therefore, traumatizing Sasuke would make him stronger, which would at the same time make him more capable of protecting himself and more valuable to Konoha. The village would also gain a great warrior in the bargain, so it’s a win-win.

Why did Itachi rip out Sasuke’s eye?

In spite of everything, why did Itachi attempt to steal Sasuke’s eyes through the combat in Naruto Shippuden? It was on this manner that Itachi was in a position to inform Sasuke in regards to the weak spot of the Mangekyou Sharingan – which loses its mild after steady use.