^. naruto_nutty.......

I was reading your post and it skipped my mind the first time, but now I noticed it. Your reasoning for Naruto not being promoted due to him being a Jinchuuriki is quite feasible. But I don't understand, how attracting attention to himself would be an issue ??

The people who are after the Kyubi already know who Naruto is and already have their attention towards him. Even though he is a Genin, they know he's strong simply because he's a Jinchuuriki. Also, now that Naruto has beaten the leader of Akatsuki, he's gonna gain worldwide acclaim and honestly, I don't see how that could be a problem for him now. He is strong enough to defend himself, and if the problem is the village's safety, then Naruto leaving the village is the only solution to it if there's still a problem. So logically, he should be promoted now. Its the least the village can do for him in the form of a formal appreciation for his efforts and dedication...

And if we talk about leadership skills, Naruto is way above most people right now, because his maturity and the willingness to shoulder problems all by himself prove it. Also his thinking is above the other people his age, except maybe Shikamaru.

And if leadership skills are the most important reason for promotion, then apart from Shikamaru and Neji, I don't see anyone else worthy enough to be a Chuunin.....not even Sakura, since she's just barking all the time, and is quite immature herself. So Naruto should definitely get a super promotion now.....