Ch. 161Another Person Arrives
Key Plot Points and Events
- Senju Hashirama's Hero title and skill, Benevolence, are revealed to be a fusion of his obsession with peace and the Woods-Woods Fruit's symbiotic balance.
- Benevolence's effects on Konoha village are discussed, with both positive and negative consequences.
- The World Sound delivers a message about Uchiha Madara, who has merged with Indra without consuming a Devil Fruit.
Character Developments
- Senju Hashirama's obsession with peace has become extreme, making him a fanatic willing to pay any price for his faction's happiness.
- Uchiha Madara merges with Indra, becoming a Demon King-level combatant without any Ultimate Skills.
Significant Themes
- The consequences of extreme obsession and the fine line between benevolence and evil.
- The potential dangers of excessive tolerance and the struggle between maintaining peace and facing external threats.
- The World Sound's influence on Demon King ranks and its role in consolidating and upgrading abilities.
Character Interactions
- Milim and Ōtsutsuki Kaguya discuss the implications of Senju Hashirama's Benevolence and the potential future of Konoha.
- Milim observes Uchiha Madara's merge with Indra and contemplates the new Demon King-level classification.