Hmm, I suppose that would have something to do with the fact that his IQ is over 200, but I guess even the smartest ones can be duped.

[ Kakashi doesn't bother to mention that his own IQ is just as high and shrugs, snapping the journal shut as he slips it back into his utility pouch, continuing his train of thought. ]

Shikamaru's been here for nearly five years. In that time, he's accumulated quite a good amount of experience and knowledge about this place. Whether or not you would like to consider that useful intelligence or think it's bullshit is really up to you.