Ch. 161Soft Body Shedding, Seed of the Way Curse Mark
Key Plot Points and Events
- Orochimaru, one of Konoha's legendary Sannin, is defeated and sealed by Uchiha Tunan.
- Hiruzen Sarutobi returns to the Hokage's office to handle the aftermath, while Uchiha Tunan returns to the orphanage to care for the baby.
- Uchiha Tunan reviews and memorizes various secret techniques and scrolls confiscated from Orochimaru's laboratory, including Soft Body Modification and Skin Shedding.
- He discovers a failed secret technique, a Curse Mark developed by Orochimaru, which can control the recipient's life and modify their physique to resemble the caster's. Uchiha Tunan names it the Seed of the Way.
- Orochimaru resurrects himself using a Curse Mark on one of his subordinates and orders them to find more sacrifices for his snake, Manda.
Character Developments
- Uchiha Tunan demonstrates his strategic thinking and open-mindedness by considering Orochimaru's secret techniques for his own use.
- Orochimaru's obsession with power and immortality is further emphasized as he resurrects himself and orders more sacrifices.
Significant Themes
- Ambition and power hunger, as seen in Orochimaru's pursuit of immortality and his disregard for human life.
- The consequences of unchecked ambition, as Orochimaru's experiments and actions lead to suffering and death.
Character Interactions
- Uchiha Tunan cares for the baby at the orphanage, showing a softer side of his character.
- Orochimaru interacts with his subordinates, ordering them around and displaying his authoritative nature.