Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Natsu Yuu, the Sage of the Dao Path, appears to Sasuke, Boruto, and Kawaki.
• Isshiki's defeat by Sasuke is revealed to be due to Natsu Yuu's intervention, granting Sasuke Six Paths power.
• Isshiki's possession of Code and Ada's use of a divine technique to alter the world's memories is discussed.
• Natsu Yuu immobilizes Boruto and Kawaki with a spell, and Sasuke pleads for them.
• Sasuke learns about the divine technique Omnipotence and the only way to reverse its effects: capturing Ada or defeating Isshiki.
• Natsu Yuu offers to rescue Naruto if Sasuke destroys three or more Great Villages.

Character Developments

• Sasuke shows maturity and self-control, understanding the gravity of the situation and the need to act decisively.
• Boruto and Kawaki display their loyalty and concern for Naruto, willing to take risks to save him.
• Natsu Yuu demonstrates his power and knowledge, manipulating events to suit his goals.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of Isshiki's actions and the altered memories.
• The power dynamics between Sasuke, Boruto, Kawaki, and Natsu Yuu.
• The importance of Naruto to Sasuke, Boruto, and Kawaki.

Character Interactions

• Sasuke interacts with Natsu Yuu, seeking information and guidance.
• Boruto and Kawaki attack Natsu Yuu but are immobilized by his spell.
• Sasuke pleads for Boruto and Kawaki, showing concern for their well-being.
• Natsu Yuu manipulates Sasuke, offering Naruto's rescue as a carrot to motivate him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sasuke learns from Natsu Yuu that Momoshiki sacrificed himself to save Boruto, but his remaining soul and power can still influence Boruto, especially when he's weak or losing control.
• Sasuke, Boruto, and Kawaki learn about Ada's "Omniscient Eye" dōjutsu, which allows her to monitor any location in the world at any time, and that she can see past events.
• They also learn that Ada can only use the dōjutsu three or four times a day and can't monitor them 24/7, but she can see events that happened after her birth, and there are a few exceptions.

Character Developments

• Sasuke becomes more determined to protect Boruto and Kawaki, understanding the gravity of their situation and the need for constant vigilance.
• Boruto and Kawaki are more aware of the threat Momoshiki's influence poses and the constant surveillance by Ada's dōjutsu.

Significant Themes

• The theme of constant vigilance and the struggle against unseen threats is emphasized.
• The power of information and knowledge is highlighted, as Sasuke gains valuable insights from Natsu Yuu to counter their enemies' advantages.

Character Interactions

• Sasuke, Boruto, and Kawaki interact with Natsu Yuu, learning crucial information about their enemies and the threats they face.
• Sasuke, Boruto, and Kawaki express concern and determination to protect each other from the threats they now understand better.
• Sasuke, Boruto, and Kawaki begin to strategize and plan their next moves, considering the limitations and weaknesses of their enemies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Natsu Yuu, a Sage of the Dao Path, appears and disappears, leaving Boruto and Kawaki shocked.
• Sasuke uses a Genjutsu to communicate with Boruto and Kawaki without being monitored.
• Sasuke reveals that Natsu Yuu is a god and an ally, but his help comes at the price of annihilating other villages.
• Amado and Kashin Koji return to the Shell Organization's base, where Amado has doubts about the true identities of the Hokage and Sasuke's vessel.
• Sasuke returns to the base, captures Amado using a Body Switch Technique, and reveals his true identity as Lord Ōtsutsuki Sasuke.

Character Developments

• Boruto and Kawaki show determination to rescue Naruto, even if it means committing crimes.
• Sasuke reveals his willingness to commit sins and stain his hands with innocent blood to achieve his goals.
• Amado has doubts about his memories and reality, suggesting he might have lost some memories or been deceived.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifices for a greater cause: Boruto, Kawaki, and Sasuke are all willing to make sacrifices, including committing crimes, to rescue Naruto.
• Identity and truth: Amado's doubts about his memories and reality hint at a larger deception or hidden truth.

Character Interactions

• Sasuke, Boruto, and Kawaki: They discuss their plans to rescue Naruto, with Sasuke acting as the mentor and strategist.
• Amado and Kashin Koji: They discuss their doubts and plans, with Amado leading the conversation and Kashin Koji expressing apprehension.
• Sasuke and Amado: Sasuke captures Amado using a Body Switch Technique and reveals his true identity, leaving Amado shocked and deferential.

• Code’s takeover of Konoha: Using Eida’s reality-altering Omnipotence, Code has seized control of Konohagakure and installed himself as the Eighth Hokage. The evacuated villagers have returned and now function as unwilling human shields, preventing Sasuke and his allies from attacking without risking the village. Code enjoys the political power and intends to remodel Naruto’s plain Hokage office according to his Otsutsuki tastes.
• Code’s growing arrogance and ambitions: Code believes his bloodless conquest demonstrates his superiority over the “low-level” inhabitants of the Ninja World. He contrasts Eida’s limited version of Omnipotence—which changes memories—with the true Otsutsuki power that could reshape reality and destroy celestial bodies. He also plans to use his position and resources for personal luxury while pursuing his larger goals.
• Eida’s imprisonment and coercion: Code retrieves the unconscious Eida from the frozen dimension of Daiten. Because she is essential to maintaining his control, he keeps her close and places claw marks on her so he can reach her instantly. After using a portion of Ten-Tails chakra to help revive her, he violently awakens and threatens her, making clear that he views her as a valuable tool rather than a person.
• Eida’s fear of Code: Eida realizes that Code has merged with Ōtsutsuki Isshiki and is immune to her Charm ability. Without Charm or her brother Daemon’s protection, her confidence collapses. Code further guarantees her obedience by imprisoning Daemon and threatening his life. Eida is forced to submit, knowing that even her Omniscient Eye cannot safely rescue her brother.
• Code’s next target: Rather than immediately searching for Sasuke—whom Code still cannot confidently defeat—he orders Eida to locate Amado and Kashin Koji. Code considers Amado especially dangerous because of his knowledge of the Otsutsuki and his ability to create powerful artificial humans. Eida successfully finds them and reveals that they are beside “Second Pillar,” leaving Code poised to launch an attack through a spatial portal.
• Character interactions: Code dominates every major interaction through intimidation and hostage-taking. His treatment of Eida emphasizes his cruelty and control, while Eida’s frightened compliance marks a sharp reversal from her former arrogance. Code’s relationship with Amado and Kashin Koji is defined by suspicion and betrayal, and his fixation on Daemon gives him additional leverage over Eida.
• Themes: The chapter focuses on authoritarian power, manipulation, and the danger of rewritten reality. Code’s occupation of Konoha shows how collective memory and public institutions can be exploited without open battle. It also explores the contrast between apparent divine power and its limitations, as well as the dehumanization of others by those seeking godlike control.

Chapter Summary

• Code learns of an unexpected alliance: Code is enraged when Ada reveals that Sasuke is currently accompanied by Amado’s two powerful “beasts.” Since Sasuke previously defeated him, Code considers approaching him too dangerous. Ada explains that her Omniscient Eye cannot simultaneously review past surveillance and monitor events in real time, so Code orders her to confirm their location.
• Sai interrupts Code and Ada: Sai bursts into the Hokage’s office to report an emergency without knocking. Code, acting as Konoha’s Hokage, reacts brutally, severing Sai’s arm as punishment for the interruption. Sai is shocked by Code’s cruelty but submits, apologizes, and seals the wound with chakra. Ada’s Charm ability also affects Sai, causing him to become involuntarily fascinated by her.
• The Shell Organization declares war: Sai reports that the Shell Organization, now led by Otsutsuki Sasuke, has conquered Kirigakure and officially declared war on the entire world. Through the Land of Water’s communication networks, Sasuke announces the beginning of the Fifth Ninja World War and his intention to unify the world.
• Sasuke seizes Code’s organization and identity: Code is furious because the Shell Organization was originally his creation. Sasuke has taken control of it and is now using it to launch a global war, making Code feel humiliated and betrayed. He struggles to understand Sasuke’s motives, especially since the attack appears to have no direct connection to rescuing Konoha or defeating him.
• The fall of Kirigakure: Sai explains that Sasuke personally killed the Sixth Mizukage, Chōjūrō, and transformed the entire village into Shell Organization territory. Code confirms the report through Ada’s surveillance and becomes increasingly disturbed by Sasuke’s apparent ruthlessness. Sasuke is described as an unprecedented threat, having already killed the Seventh Hokage and now the Mizukage.
• The other villages seek an alliance: The Kazekage, Raikage, and Tsuchikage send urgent messages requesting discussions with Konoha. They want to form a new Ninja Alliance to resist Sasuke and prepare for the approaching war. As the leader of Konoha, Code must decide how to respond and whether to unite the Five Great Villages against the Shell Organization.

Character Developments and Interactions

• Code is shown as arrogant, volatile, possessive, and increasingly humiliated. His rage comes not only from Sasuke’s power but from Sasuke taking over the organization Code founded and acting in his name.
• Ada remains Code’s intelligence source, using her Omniscient Eye to verify Sasuke’s location and actions. Her Charm ability continues to influence those around her.
• Sai demonstrates loyalty and professionalism despite being maimed by Code. His report establishes the global scale of the crisis.
• Sasuke emerges as a seemingly radical conqueror, willing to kill village leaders, occupy entire nations, and provoke a worldwide war.
• Code and Sai’s interaction highlights the oppressive nature of Code’s rule, while Code and Ada’s interaction reflects his dependence on her surveillance and information.

Major Themes

• Power and stolen authority: Code’s humiliation stems from losing control of his own organization and seeing Sasuke use it more decisively than he ever did.
• Tyranny and abuse of power: Code’s casual mutilation of Sai reveals the brutal, authoritarian nature of Konoha’s current leadership.
• Escalation toward global conflict: The conquest of Kirigakure and declaration of war transform the conflict into an international crisis.
• Uncertainty and mistrust: Code cannot understand Sasuke’s motives, while the other villages must decide whether Konoha can be trusted under Code’s leadership.
• The collapse of established order: Traditional village boundaries and alliances are being overturned as Sasuke seeks to unify the world through force.

Chapter Summary: Mei Terumi’s Surrender

Key Plot Points and Events

• Acting Hokage Uzumaki Code leaves the Hokage’s Office to hold a video meeting with the other Kage. Although he despises relying on them, he recognizes that their strength is necessary to oppose Second Pillar and other major threats.
• Sai exits the office severely injured, carrying his severed arm. Shikamaru discovers him and demands to know what happened.
• Sai reveals that Code cut off his arm for entering the office without knocking and interrupting him while he was with Ada. Shikamaru is outraged, believing the punishment was cruel, unjustified, and unbecoming of a Hokage.
• Sai discourages Shikamaru from confronting Code because the village is facing the impending Fifth Great Ninja War and still depends on Code’s power against enemies such as Otsutsuki Sasuke and Otsutsuki Naruto.
• Sai explains that Ada’s supernatural Charm affected him, making him involuntarily attracted to her despite his normally exceptional self-control. Shikamaru becomes curious about Ada and wants to meet the woman who has captivated Code.
• Shikamaru also informs Sai that Orochimaru has returned to Konoha and wishes to meet Code. Both men worry that the meeting could provoke a dangerous conflict, though Shikamaru has asked the Sixth Hokage to restrain Orochimaru beforehand.
• In the Land of Water, Sasuke brutally attacks Kirigakure using a gigantic Six Paths Susanoo. Much of the village is engulfed in flames, the Mizukage building is destroyed, and many people are killed.
• Sasuke adopts this ruthless strategy because he believes mercy or weakness will allow his enemies to exploit civilians and force him into submission. He views the conflict as a war between humanity and the Otsutsuki rather than a simple ninja civil war.
• Mei Terumi, the former Fifth Mizukage, confronts Sasuke while badly injured. She initially refuses to surrender, but Sasuke threatens to destroy Kirigakure entirely and brings his Susanoo blade to her neck.
• Seeing the devastation of the village and the fallen Sixth Mizukage Chōjūrō, Mei realizes that continuing to resist would only lead to more deaths. She finally surrenders to save Kirigakure.

Character Developments

• Code: His cruelty and authoritarian behavior become more apparent. Though powerful and necessary to Konoha’s defense, he acts impulsively and abuses his authority, creating fear and resentment among the village leadership.
• Sai: Remains loyal to Konoha despite being brutally punished. He suppresses his anger and refuses to create internal instability during a national crisis. His attraction to Ada reveals how powerful her Charm is.
• Shikamaru: Demonstrates his protective instincts and strong moral opposition to Code’s tyranny. However, as a strategist, he prioritizes village stability and the coming war over immediately challenging the Hokage.
• Sasuke: Fully embraces a ruthless “Otsutsuki Sasuke” persona. He believes overwhelming brutality is necessary to protect humanity and prevent enemies from exploiting his compassion.
• Mei Terumi: Shows both defiance and responsibility. Though she hates Sasuke and initially refuses to yield, she ultimately sacrifices her pride and independence to protect the people of Kirigakure.
• Orochimaru: Does not appear directly, but his return creates tension and foreshadows a potentially dangerous confrontation with Code.

Significant Themes

• Authority versus morality: Code’s position as Hokage does not excuse his violent and arbitrary punishment of Sai, raising questions about whether power can exist without accountability.
• Duty during wartime: Sai and Shikamaru suppress their personal anger because they believe Konoha cannot afford internal conflict before the Fifth Great Ninja War.
• Mercy and ruthlessness: Sasuke rejects compassion, arguing that cruelty is necessary to prevent even greater losses. The chapter presents this as both strategically effective and morally disturbing.
• Sacrifice for the greater good: Mei surrenders not out of weakness, but to prevent the destruction of her village and further civilian deaths.
• Manipulation and involuntary desire: Ada’s Charm influences Sai despite his discipline and lack of romantic interest, suggesting that emotional autonomy can be undermined by supernatural power.
• Fear as a method of control: Both Code and Sasuke rule through intimidation—Code within Konoha and Sasuke through the destruction of Kirigakure.

Character Interactions

• Sai and Shikamaru: Shikamaru confronts Sai about his injury, while Sai explains the incident and urges him not to challenge Code immediately.
• Shikamaru and Code: Although they do not meet directly, Shikamaru’s anger establishes growing opposition to Code’s leadership.
• Sai and Ada: Ada’s Charm affects Sai, making him unusually attracted to her and helping explain why Code reacted violently to his attention toward her.
• Shikamaru and Ada: Shikamaru becomes interested in meeting Ada after hearing about her influence over Sai and Code.
• Shikamaru and Orochimaru: Shikamaru has arranged for the Sixth Hokage to speak with Orochimaru before he meets Code, anticipating possible trouble.
• Sasuke and Mei: Their confrontation ends with Sasuke overpowering Mei psychologically and physically. His threat to destroy Kirigakure forces her to choose surrender over allowing her people to die.
• Mei and Chōjūrō: Chōjūrō’s defeat and the destruction of Kirigakure influence Mei’s decision, emphasizing her responsibility as a former leader.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Boruto and Kawaki are in Kirigakure after its surrender, facing remnants of resistance.
• Sasuke captures Amado and learns about the Shell Organization's true purpose and Isshiki's plan.
• Sasuke declares the Fifth Great Ninja War, with the initial target being Kumogakure.
• Sasuke tasks Boruto and Kawaki with secretly capturing the Tailed Beasts to cultivate the Divine Tree and obtain Chakra Fruits.

Character Developments

• Boruto shows maturity and seriousness in his mission, understanding the harsh reality of war.
• Kawaki remains focused on saving Naruto, showing unwavering determination.
• Sasuke embraces his Otsutsuki heritage, expressing a desire to cultivate the Divine Tree and consume Chakra Fruits.
• Amado surrenders and provides valuable information, but struggles with memory manipulation.

Significant Themes

• The harsh reality of war and its consequences.
• The influence of Otsutsuki heritage on characters' motivations and actions.
• The struggle against memory manipulation and its psychological effects.

Character Interactions

• Boruto and Kawaki clash over their differing views on mercy and killing, leading to a fight stopped by Kashin Koji.
• Sasuke tasks Boruto and Kawaki with capturing the Tailed Beasts, surprising them with his plan.
• Amado and Sasuke form an alliance, with Amado providing information and Sasuke protecting him from Isshiki.

Chapter Summary: “This Wave of Advantage is Mine!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Code presides over a video conference with the other Kage to discuss forming a four-country Shinobi Alliance against the Shell Organization, which has occupied Kirigakure.
• Code agrees to the alliance’s financial and military arrangements because he views Konoha as expendable. However, conflict arises over who should lead.
• Code demands leadership, believing his power and status as an Otsutsuki make him superior to the other Kage. Kurotsuchi and Darui reject him because of his age and lack of experience, recommending Gaara instead.
• Gaara attempts to compromise by accepting Code as leader, but the Fourth Raikage angrily refuses to submit to Code’s threats. Kumogakure withdraws from the meeting, preventing the alliance from being formed.
• Despite the failure of the alliance, Gaara and Kurotsuchi continue preparing their armies because the Shell Organization remains a serious threat.
• Furious but cautious, Code uses Ada’s Omniscient Eye to investigate Sasuke’s plans. He learns that Sasuke knows about Ada’s Omnipotence and suspects Boruto learned the information from Momoshiki.
• Ada reveals that Sasuke is using the war as a diversion while Boruto and Kawaki attempt to capture the Tailed Beasts. Sasuke intends to use them to create a Divine Tree and obtain a Chakra Fruit.
• Code initially dismisses Sasuke’s plan because Sasuke lacks a Ten-Tails cub, but then realizes Sasuke might revive Kaguya’s Ten-Tails using the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path.
• Terrified that Sasuke could become a true Otsutsuki and replace or kill him, Code decides he must stop Sasuke from obtaining either the Tailed Beasts or the Demonic Statue.
• Ada collapses after repeatedly using her Omniscient Eye. Code stores her safely in his Daiten space, then begins considering whether to intervene personally or send someone after Boruto and Kawaki.
• Shikamaru informs Code that Orochimaru has requested an audience. Code recognizes an opportunity and begins forming a new plan.

Character Developments

• Code: His arrogance and Otsutsuki superiority remain central, but he has become more cautious after past failures. He is deeply threatened by the possibility of Sasuke obtaining a Chakra Fruit and fears becoming a disposable substitute. His intelligence advantage makes him overconfident, yet his reaction shows growing anxiety and insecurity.
• Ada: Ada remains under Code’s control and is forced to repeatedly use her Omniscient Eye despite her physical weakness. Her eventual collapse highlights the limits of her ability and Code’s exploitative treatment of her.
• Sasuke: Although mostly seen through Ada’s surveillance, Sasuke is portrayed as strategic and deceptive. He uses the impending war as a smokescreen for a larger plan involving the Tailed Beasts, the Divine Tree, and the Chakra Fruit.
• Boruto and Kawaki: They are assigned to capture the Tailed Beasts, becoming key players in Sasuke’s hidden objective.
• Gaara: He demonstrates diplomacy by offering to support Code’s leadership despite Code’s immaturity, prioritizing unity against the larger threat.
• Fourth Raikage A: He remains fiercely independent and refuses to tolerate Code’s arrogance or threats, choosing Kumogakure’s autonomy over alliance politics.
• Shikamaru: He continues to act as Konoha’s administrative intermediary, informing Code of Orochimaru’s arrival.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance versus experience: Code believes power and Otsutsuki heritage entitle him to command, while the other Kage prioritize age, experience, and proven leadership.
• Political unity and mistrust: The proposed alliance collapses because personal pride and distrust override the need for cooperation against a common enemy.
• War as deception: Sasuke’s military campaign is revealed to be a distraction for gathering the Tailed Beasts, emphasizing strategic manipulation and hidden agendas.
• Power and succession: Code’s fear of being replaced by a stronger Otsutsuki exposes his insecurity beneath his confidence.
• Exploitation and control: Code treats Ada as a tool, forcing her to exhaust herself for information while simultaneously regarding her as a valuable possession.
• The pursuit of divine power: The Chakra Fruit and Divine Tree represent the extreme power sought by both Otsutsuki and those attempting to rise beyond ordinary shinobi limitations.

Character Interactions

• Code clashes with Gaara, Kurotsuchi, and Darui over alliance leadership, revealing the gulf between his self-image and their assessment of him.
• The Fourth Raikage directly confronts Code’s threats and ends Kumogakure’s participation in the summit.
• Code repeatedly commands Ada to spy on Sasuke, showing their coercive and unequal relationship.
• Ada’s revelations connect Boruto, Momoshiki, Sasuke, and the plan to exploit the Tailed Beasts.
• Code’s thoughts about Sasuke are driven by both hatred and fear, as he worries Sasuke could surpass him and claim the Otsutsuki power he covets.
• Shikamaru’s announcement that Orochimaru seeks an audience gives Code a potential new avenue for manipulating events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Orochimaru returns to Konoha, having his memories altered by Omnipotence, and learns of Jigen's defeat and death.
• Kakashi intercepts Orochimaru to warn him about the new Hokage, Code, and to discuss Sarada and Sumire's memory issues.
• Orochimaru and Kakashi suspect that Sarada and Sumire's memories might have been altered by Genjutsu, possibly by Sasuke using the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan or even Kotoamatsukami.
• Orochimaru suggests using Impure World Reincarnation to verify their memories against those of the deceased.

Character Developments

• Orochimaru shows concern for Sarada and Sumire's well-being, despite his past actions.
• Kakashi demonstrates his strategic intellect and concern for the village's well-being, seeking Orochimaru's help despite his reservations.
• Orochimaru exhibits his scientific curiosity and desire for truth, even doubting his own memories.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation of memories and truth.
• The consequences of power and its misuse.
• The importance of verification and seeking truth.

Character Interactions

• Orochimaru and Kakashi collaborate to discuss and solve the mystery of Sarada and Sumire's memories.
• Orochimaru reassures Kakashi about verifying their memories, showing understanding and support.
• Orochimaru and Kakashi both express concern about the new Hokage, Code, and the state of Konoha.

Chapter Summary: “Betrayal Again!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Code meets Orochimaru and notices his unusually youthful appearance. Orochimaru, in turn, immediately identifies the Karma mark on Code’s hand and questions him about it.
• Code claims that his mark is a failed version of Otsutsuki Karma. He says it grants him some Otsutsuki power but cannot be used for reincarnation, using this explanation to justify how he defeated Sasuke and the others.
• Orochimaru becomes intensely interested in studying Karma and its connection to eternal life.
• Exploiting Orochimaru’s scientific curiosity, Code offers him knowledge of Karma in exchange for a mission: Orochimaru must fake his defection from Konoha, infiltrate the Shell Organization, gain Sasuke’s trust, and capture Kawaki and Boruto.
• Code also suggests that Orochimaru could instead kill Amado or provide intelligence about Ada’s Omniscient Eye if capturing the boys proves impossible. Code has no intention of honoring the promise if Orochimaru succeeds; he views the mission as a disposable, low-risk strategy.
• Kakashi warns that infiltrating Sasuke’s organization is extremely dangerous because Sasuke’s Sharingan genjutsu could expose Orochimaru’s true motives.
• Orochimaru confidently accepts, claiming he has overcome his vulnerability to genjutsu and is capable of surviving Sasuke’s attacks.
• After Code leaves, Shikamaru also expresses concern, reminding Orochimaru that the Shell Organization has begun another Ninja World War and that the conflict could soon spread globally.
• Orochimaru reacts with excitement rather than fear, intrigued by the renewed violence and political upheaval in the ninja world.

Character Developments

• Code is shown to be manipulative, calculating, and openly contemptuous of Konoha’s ninja. He treats Orochimaru as an expendable pawn and plans to betray him once the mission is complete. His position as Hokage has made him even more willing to exploit others.
• Orochimaru remains driven by curiosity and the pursuit of forbidden knowledge, especially the secrets of Otsutsuki Karma and immortality. He is willing to risk another defection to obtain that knowledge and views the mission as an opportunity to test his resistance to genjutsu.
• Kakashi acts as a cautious adviser, recognizing the danger of sending Orochimaru against Sasuke.
• Shikamaru displays a more protective and emotional side, worrying about Orochimaru’s safety and mentioning Mitsuki’s attachment to him.
• Sasuke is framed as both a major military threat and a personal obstacle, especially because of his ability to uncover deception through genjutsu.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and betrayal: Code disguises his exploitation of Orochimaru as a mutually beneficial agreement, while Orochimaru is once again asked to betray Konoha.
• The pursuit of forbidden knowledge: Orochimaru’s interest in Karma and immortality overrides concerns about loyalty or danger.
• Expendability and political power: Code’s behavior as Hokage reveals how authority allows him to sacrifice others while remaining removed from the risks.
• Renewed war and instability: The start of another Ninja World War suggests that old conflicts and rivalries are returning on a global scale.
• Trust versus deception: Orochimaru must infiltrate Sasuke’s organization despite Sasuke’s ability to detect hidden motives, creating tension around whether the betrayal can remain convincing.

Character Interactions

• Code and Orochimaru: Their conversation is a calculated negotiation. Code offers Karma-related knowledge to manipulate Orochimaru, while Orochimaru probes Code’s secrets and accepts the mission for personal gain.
• Code and Kakashi: Kakashi challenges Code’s plan, but Code dismisses the danger and insists Orochimaru can handle Sasuke’s genjutsu.
• Orochimaru and Shikamaru: Shikamaru urges caution and expresses genuine concern, while Orochimaru reassures him and remains confident in his ability to survive.
• Orochimaru and Sasuke: Though Sasuke does not appear directly, their former master-student relationship is central to Code’s plan. Code believes Sasuke will hesitate to kill Orochimaru, making him a useful infiltrator.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Three days after the Shell Organization's occupation of Kirigakure, Sasuke leads a massive ninja army of nearly ten thousand, comprising surrendered Kirigakure ninjas and Shell Organization periphery fighters, to attack Kumogakure.
• The Land of Lightning's Fifth Raikage, Darui, and the former Fourth Raikage, A, mobilize Kumogakure's ninjas to meet the enemy outside the village to minimize losses.
• Darui secretly seeks aid from Iwagakure and Sunagakure, while the Fourth Raikage prepares to confront Sasuke.
• Sasuke's Six Paths Susanoo leads the charge, decimating a portion of Kumogakure's defense line, and the Fourth Raikage engages Sasuke.
• Two unknown figures bypass the battlefield, heading straight for Kumogakure village.

Character Developments

• Sasuke Uchiha: Demonstrates decisive leadership, assembling a large army in just three days to save his friend Naruto and deal with Isshiki.
• Fourth Raikage, A: Shows unwavering resolve and courage, ready to sacrifice himself for Kumogakure.
• Fifth Raikage, Darui: Displays strategic thinking and rationality, seeking aid from other villages to strengthen Kumogakure's defenses.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the threat of the Otsutsuki clan.
• Unity and alliance among villages for survival.
• Courage and resolve in the face of insurmountable odds.

Character Interactions

• Sasuke Uchiha vs. Fourth Raikage, A: The Fourth Raikage challenges Sasuke, leading to their direct confrontation.
• Fifth Raikage, Darui, and former Fourth Raikage, A: Darui and A work together to defend Kumogakure, with Darui seeking external aid while A prepares to face Sasuke.
• Two unknown figures: They bypass the main battlefield, suggesting a secret mission or personal agenda.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Boruto and Kawaki set out to capture Killer B, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, during Kumogakure's weakest moment.
• Killer B intends to take Kumogakure's ultimate weapon, the [Space-Time Chakra Cannon], to support his brother, the Fourth Raikage, against Sasuke's group.
• Boruto and Kawaki surprise attack Killer B, with Kawaki successfully piercing his abdomen with a drill-like Karma transformation.

Character Developments

• Boruto remains focused on his mission, showing no signs of hesitating to attack his father's friend.
• Kawaki demonstrates his combat prowess and willingness to engage in battle, despite his initial awe of Sasuke's power.
• Killer B shows his determination to protect his brother and the village, prioritizing their safety over the village's defenses.

Significant Themes

• The importance of loyalty and friendship, as seen in Killer B's resolve to support his brother and Boruto's willingness to capture a friend of his father.
• The power of technology and scientific ninja tools, as demonstrated by Kumogakure's Chakra Cannons.

Character Interactions

• Boruto and Kawaki continue their bickering, with Boruto pushing Kawaki to keep up without relying on his Karma power.
• Killer B faces off against Kumogakure ninjas guarding the Chakra Cannon, ultimately convincing them to let him take the weapon to support his brother.
• Boruto and Kawaki ambush Killer B, with Kawaki successfully landing a surprise attack on the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kawaki easily defeats and captures Killer B, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, using a cone spike.
• Killer B breaks free and counterattacks, revealing his immense power and sending Kawaki flying.
• Boruto intervenes and saves Kawaki, using his 'Vanishing Rasengan'.
• Boruto captures Omoi, Killer B's disciple, and uses him as a hostage to negotiate with Killer B.

Character Developments

• Kawaki underestimates Killer B's strength and suffers severe injuries.
• Boruto becomes more determined and ruthless in his methods, using a hostage to negotiate.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Tailed Beasts.
• The ruthlessness and determination required in high-stakes missions.
• The consequences of underestimating one's enemies.

Character Interactions

• Kawaki and Boruto's partnership is strained as Kawaki boasts about his abilities and Boruto steps in to save him.
• Boruto uses Omoi as a bargaining chip to negotiate with Killer B, showing his cold and calculated side.
• Killer B, while initially reckless, shows maturity and composure when his disciple is threatened.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Boruto takes Omoi hostage to force Killer B to surrender.
• Killer B agrees to be taken hostage in exchange for Omoi's safety.
• Kumogakure ninja try to stop Killer B but fail.
• Boruto stabs Killer B, revealing it to be a clone.
• The real Killer B, transformed into the Eight-Tails, escapes with a Chakra Cannon.

Character Developments

• Boruto demonstrates strategic thinking and caution, learning from his master Sasuke.
• Killer B shows loyalty to his disciple but prioritizes the Chakra Cannon's mission.
• Kawaki reveals his concern for Boruto and their shared goal of saving Naruto.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of underestimating opponents (Killer B's confusion, Boruto's caution).
• The value of experience and learning from others (Boruto's knowledge of Sasuke's past).
• The importance of priorities and making tough decisions (Killer B's choice to leave Omoi).

Character Interactions

• Boruto and Killer B: Adversaries who initially misunderstand each other but gain respect through their actions.
• Boruto and Kawaki: Brothers-in-arms who bicker but ultimately care for each other.
• Killer B and Omoi: Master and disciple with a strong bond, but Killer B makes a tough decision to prioritize his mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Killer B's poor condition due to conflicting memories causes his Shadow Clone to explode prematurely, but the Eight-Tails takes control of his body.
• Killer B decides to prioritize helping his brother, the Raikage, over rescuing his disciple, Omoi, due to the ongoing war and the potential threat he poses to his brother if captured.
• Boruto and Kawaki chase after Killer B, with Boruto explaining the threat the Chakra Cannon poses to Sasuke.
• Omoi is abandoned by Kawaki and nearly drowns but is rescued by Cloud Ninja.
• The Eight-Tails, Gyūki, breaks out of the sea of clouds and enters the Gobi Desert, heading towards the Raikage's main battlefield.
• Boruto and Kawaki catch up to Gyūki and attack, with Boruto using a Big Ball Rasengan to deflect one of Gyūki's tails and then using vanishing Rasengans to target the Chakra Cannon.

Character Developments

• Killer B's priorities shift from rescuing Omoi to helping his brother, showing his growth and responsibility.
• Boruto demonstrates his determination and strategic thinking in trying to destroy the Chakra Cannon.
• Kawaki shows concern for Boruto's well-being but also seems to fear his brother's success.

Significant Themes

• The importance of family and loyalty, as seen in Killer B's decision to prioritize his brother over his disciple.
• The consequences of one's actions, as seen in Killer B's reflection on how his past impulsiveness led to his brother losing an arm.
• The power of teamwork, as seen in Boruto and Kawaki's combined efforts to attack Gyūki.

Character Interactions

• Boruto and Kawaki work together to chase down and attack Gyūki.
• Killer B and Gyūki communicate in the mental space, with Gyūki expressing concern for Killer B's condition and warning him about the Otsutsuki.
• Omoi is abandoned by Kawaki, leading to his near-drowning and rescue by Cloud Ninja, highlighting the harsh reality of the ninja world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Boruto and Kawaki battle the Eight-Tails (Gyūki) controlled by Killer B.
• Boruto struggles against the Eight-Tails' power, realizing he needs to use Karma to defeat it.
• Boruto activates Karma's first stage, significantly boosting his power and abilities.
• Boruto destroys the Eight-Tails' Chakra Cannon using his enhanced powers and space-time abilities.
• Killer B, enraged, prepares a wide-ranging Tailed Beast Cannon attack, putting Kawaki in danger.

Character Developments

• Boruto: Struggles with using Karma due to fear of losing control and harming loved ones. Activates Karma's first stage to gain power but risks losing control.
• Kawaki: Depleted of Chakra, becomes vulnerable to Killer B's Tailed Beast Cannon attack.
• Killer B: Shows high combat intelligence but acts recklessly due to anger and concern for his elder brother.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between power and self-control (Boruto and Karma).
• The consequences of reckless actions driven by emotion (Killer B).
• The importance of protecting loved ones (Boruto's panic when Kawaki is in danger).

Character Interactions

• Boruto and Kawaki: Team up to fight the Eight-Tails but struggle against its power. Boruto prioritizes Kawaki's safety despite the risk to himself.
• Boruto and Killer B: Engage in a fierce battle, with Boruto ultimately destroying Killer B's Chakra Cannon, enraging him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Killer B accidentally attacks Kawaki with his Tailed Beast Cannon, but Orochimaru saves him using a modified Cursed Seal.
• Orochimaru offers to help Boruto and Kawaki capture the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki.
• Boruto agrees, and Orochimaru expresses interest in meeting Sasuke.

Character Developments

• Boruto struggles to control Karma's influence.
• Orochimaru shows unexpected help and sincerity, but his true motives remain unclear.
• Kawaki gains enhanced strength and stability from Orochimaru's Cursed Seal.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Forbidden Jutsu, like Cursed Seals and Karma.
• The complexity of alliances and trust in the ninja world.
• The struggle against internal influences, such as Karma's control over Boruto.

Character Interactions

• Boruto and Kawaki are wary of Orochimaru but accept his help due to their dire situation.
• Orochimaru expresses interest in Boruto's Karma and offers assistance, hinting at his true goals.
• Boruto and Kawaki work together to decide how to handle Orochimaru's offer.

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Orochimaru uses Impure World Reincarnation to resurrect the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, intending to enlist him in capturing the Eight-Tails Jinchūriki.
• Boruto explains the forbidden technique’s nature: it requires living sacrifices and dishonors the dead, producing only an artificial form of resurrection.
• Hashirama recognizes Orochimaru and remembers Naruto and Sasuke as Uzumaki and Uchiha, contradicting the altered identities known by Orochimaru and the modern world.
• Hashirama’s memories initially confirm Boruto’s claims that reality and history have been altered. However, when Orochimaru asks about Jigen and Code, Hashirama’s memories begin to distort.
• Boruto identifies the cause as Omnipotence, an Ōtsutsuki divine power that continuously rewrites people’s memories and corrects any realization that something is wrong.
• Orochimaru sends Hashirama, accompanied by a clone and equipped with a tracking device, to capture the Eight-Tails. He retains the ability to cancel the reincarnation if necessary.
• Orochimaru questions Boruto about resisting Omnipotence. He learns that Amado relies on repeated physical reminders, while Kashin Koji is temporarily controlled through Sasuke’s genjutsu.
• Concluding that an Uchiha may possess the best chance of resisting the divine memory alteration, Orochimaru prepares to resurrect Uchiha Itachi and Uchiha Shisui.
• The chapter ends with Orochimaru beginning the ritual and eagerly calling forth Itachi.

Character Developments

• Orochimaru becomes increasingly suspicious of the inconsistencies in his memories and actively investigates whether his reality has been altered. His scientific curiosity is also intensified by Omnipotence, which he views as a power beyond conventional ninjutsu.
• Boruto remains anxious about being forgotten and is relieved when Hashirama initially remembers Naruto and Sasuke correctly. He demonstrates a clear understanding of Omnipotence and its dangers.
• Kawaki remains largely unfamiliar with Konoha’s history and acts as a contrast to Boruto’s knowledge.
• Hashirama is portrayed as cheerful, cooperative, and forgiving toward Orochimaru. Despite his immense power, even his consciousness cannot permanently resist Omnipotence.
• Orochimaru and Boruto begin cooperating more closely, united by their need to discover a way to counter the memory-altering divine art.

Significant Themes

• Memory versus reality: The chapter questions whether personal memories can be trusted when an external power continually rewrites them.
• The limits of power: Even Hashirama, the “God of Shinobi,” cannot fully resist Omnipotence, emphasizing the terrifying scale of the divine ability.
• Science and forbidden knowledge: Orochimaru’s willingness to use Impure World Reincarnation reflects his belief that no power should be left unexplored, regardless of its moral cost.
• Identity and historical truth: The differing surnames and memories surrounding Naruto and Sasuke reveal how deeply Omnipotence has reshaped the world.
• Temporary resistance versus true freedom: Amado’s recordings and Sasuke’s genjutsu can delay or manage the effects of Omnipotence, but neither method permanently breaks it.

Character Interactions

• Boruto and Kawaki discuss the dangers of Impure World Reincarnation, with Boruto explaining its ethical and practical consequences.
• Orochimaru and Hashirama reunite amicably, with Hashirama treating Orochimaru as a troublesome but familiar junior.
• Hashirama and Boruto form an immediate emotional connection when Hashirama realizes Boruto is Naruto’s son.
• Boruto and Orochimaru exchange crucial information about Omnipotence, while Orochimaru probes for weaknesses in the ability.
• Orochimaru and Boruto ultimately agree—implicitly—to pursue the resurrection of Itachi and Shisui as potential keys to resisting or overcoming the divine memory manipulation.

Chapter Summary: “Hagi Snake, Are You Crazy?”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Orochimaru completes Impure World Reincarnation, resurrecting Itachi and Shisui using White Zetsu sacrifices.
• Both reanimated Uchiha immediately recognize Orochimaru and become furious that he has once again used the soul-defiling Forbidden Jutsu.
• Orochimaru urgently asks whether Itachi knows “Second Pillar”—his deliberately strange name for Sasuke. Itachi is confused and insists that Sasuke is his younger brother.
• Because Shisui and Itachi are about to be affected by Omnipotence, Orochimaru forcibly controls Shisui and uses his Mangekyō Sharingan’s Kotoamatsukami on Itachi.
• Shisui’s memories of Sasuke are erased or overwritten by Omnipotence, but Itachi still remembers him. This confirms that Kotoamatsukami can temporarily resist Omnipotence’s memory alteration.
• Orochimaru then uses Shisui to cast Kotoamatsukami on himself, giving himself resistance to future mental and memory manipulation. He cannot restore his original memories, but he prevents further subconscious correction.
• Itachi questions Orochimaru about Sasuke, Shisui, and the bizarre changes in the world. Orochimaru explains that, according to his current memories, Sasuke is now considered an enemy from outside the Ninja World and is known as Otsutsuki Sasuke.
• Orochimaru points Itachi toward Boruto and Kawaki for the full explanation.
• Boruto introduces himself as Naruto’s son and explains that Sasuke is his master, has a daughter named Sarada, and remains central to their struggle.
• Boruto willingly allows Itachi to inspect his memories through Genjutsu, while secretly instructing Kawaki to escape and warn Sasuke if anything goes wrong.
• Itachi confirms Boruto’s memories and learns about the Otsutsuki, Naruto’s sealing, Omnipotence, Sasuke’s fate, and the desperate conflict facing Boruto and his allies.
• Itachi prepares to relay the information to Orochimaru through Genjutsu. Orochimaru initially hesitates because of his past defeat by Itachi but eventually agrees.
• Just as Itachi begins probing Orochimaru’s memories, Uzumaki Code emerges from a red-and-black spatial portal and attacks Boruto’s group.

Character Developments

• Orochimaru demonstrates both ruthlessness and strategic intelligence. He is willing to control Shisui against his wishes, manipulate Itachi’s mental state, and use Kotoamatsukami on himself to escape Omnipotence’s influence.
• Itachi remains protective, suspicious, and deeply devoted to Sasuke. Despite his anger toward Orochimaru, he quickly shifts into an investigative and protective role once he realizes that Sasuke and Konoha may be in danger.
• Shisui is resurrected but loses his memories of Sasuke under Omnipotence, making him evidence of the technique’s power and the need for Kotoamatsukami.
• Boruto shows strong trust in Itachi and accepts the risk of a Genjutsu memory inspection. However, he also acts responsibly by preparing Kawaki to retreat if the situation turns dangerous.
• Kawaki remains distrustful of Orochimaru and Itachi, urging Boruto not to trust them. Nevertheless, he accepts Boruto’s decision and prepares to protect him.
• Itachi and Boruto form an immediate emotional connection through Sasuke. Itachi is moved to learn that Sasuke has become a father, trained Naruto’s son, and continues to influence the future.

Significant Themes

• Memory, identity, and reality: The chapter focuses heavily on the conflict between Omnipotence’s rewritten reality and the characters’ original memories.
• Free will versus control: Orochimaru’s forced control of the reanimated Uchiha parallels the broader struggle against mental manipulation and stolen agency.
• The value of inherited power: Shisui’s Kotoamatsukami, inherited through the Uchiha lineage, becomes one of the few tools capable of resisting Omnipotence.
• Family and legacy: Itachi’s concern for Sasuke, Boruto’s loyalty to Sasuke, and Sasuke’s role as Boruto’s master emphasize how bonds survive across generations.
• Trust amid uncertainty: Boruto trusts Itachi despite the danger, while Kawaki and Orochimaru remain cautious. The chapter repeatedly contrasts emotional faith with practical suspicion.
• Dark humor in crisis: Itachi’s disbelief at Orochimaru’s bizarre questions and Orochimaru’s fear of Itachi’s Genjutsu provide comic relief despite the severe threat facing the Ninja World.

Character Interactions

• Orochimaru and Itachi: Their hostile history remains evident. Itachi resents being resurrected and controlled, while Orochimaru treats him as both an ally and a test subject.
• Orochimaru and Shisui: Orochimaru forcibly dominates Shisui to use Kotoamatsukami, creating a serious violation of Shisui’s autonomy.
• Itachi and Shisui: Itachi expects Shisui to remember Sasuke and is shocked when Omnipotence has erased that memory.
• Itachi and Boruto: Through Genjutsu, Itachi verifies Boruto’s identity and learns the truth of the future. Their shared connection to Sasuke quickly establishes mutual trust.
• Boruto and Kawaki: Boruto balances trust with caution, while Kawaki’s protective instincts lead him to plan a rescue if Itachi proves dangerous.
• Itachi and Orochimaru, final exchange: Itachi teasingly proposes using Genjutsu on Orochimaru, exploiting Orochimaru’s lingering fear from their past encounter. Their tense exchange is interrupted by Code’s sudden arrival.

Chapter Summary: “Code Who Couldn't Hold It In”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Code suddenly appears and attacks Boruto and Kawaki, intending to capture them as valuable hostages.
• Boruto is exhausted after leaving his Karma state, leaving Kawaki to defend him.
• Kawaki clashes with Code using his transformed ninja-tool arm, surprising Code by matching him even without Karma.
• Code attempts to bypass Kawaki and seize Boruto, but Edo Itachi protects Boruto with Susanoo and the Yata Mirror, blocking Code’s attack.
• Code becomes enraged by Itachi’s interference and reflects on the larger threat posed by Orochimaru and the Edo Uchiha.
• Code reveals that he has been monitoring the battlefield through Ada and had originally planned to manipulate events through Orochimaru rather than fight directly.
• Orochimaru’s investigation into his altered memories, combined with the influence of Itachi and another Edo Uchiha, has allowed them to resist the effects of Omnipotence. Code fears this immunity could spread to others.
• Code confronts Orochimaru and orders him to obey his commands. Orochimaru mocks Code’s claim to be Hokage and questions his true identity.
• Enraged, Code attacks Orochimaru, but Shisui’s Susanoo intervenes.
• Itachi entrusts the weakened Boruto to Kawaki, then joins Shisui. The two Uchiha prodigies prepare to fight Code together.

Character Developments

• Boruto: Shown to be physically and spiritually drained after using Karma, making him dependent on Kawaki and Itachi for protection.
• Kawaki: Demonstrates significant strength and determination by confronting Code without relying on Karma. His immediate defense of Boruto reinforces his protective role.
• Code: His confidence and strategic control begin to unravel. He is frustrated by Kawaki’s unexpected strength, Itachi’s defense, and Orochimaru’s resistance. His fear of Omnipotence immunity reveals that he sees the spread of recovered memories as a major threat.
• Itachi: Acts decisively to protect Boruto and directly opposes Code. His use of Susanoo and the Totsuka Blade shows his importance as both a defender and battlefield leader.
• Shisui: Though his memories and understanding have been altered, he instinctively trusts Itachi and readily joins him against Code.
• Orochimaru: Becomes openly defiant toward Code, using sarcasm and suspicion rather than submitting to his supposed authority. His role shifts further from covert subordinate to independent opponent.
• Ada: Remains an important source of Code’s battlefield intelligence through her surveillance abilities, though Code’s plans are increasingly disrupted by unexpected developments.

Significant Themes

• Identity and false authority: Code’s claim to be the Acting Hokage is challenged, emphasizing the chapter’s focus on impersonation, stolen identities, and uncertain loyalties.
• Memory and truth: Orochimaru and the Edo Uchiha’s resistance to Omnipotence highlights the struggle between manipulated reality and recovered truth.
• Loyalty beyond memory: Shisui does not recognize Itachi fully, yet still trusts him and adopts his enemies as his own, suggesting that bonds can survive even when memories are altered.
• Protection and alliance: Boruto’s survival depends on Kawaki, Itachi, and Shisui cooperating, while Code’s attempts to isolate and control his targets repeatedly fail.
• Fear of contagion and loss of control: Code views resistance to Omnipotence as a dangerous spreading phenomenon, revealing his anxiety over losing control of the situation.

Character Interactions

• Code and Kawaki: Their brief clash establishes Kawaki as a stronger and more capable opponent than Code expected.
• Code and Itachi: Itachi’s Susanoo prevents Code from capturing Boruto, turning the two into direct enemies.
• Code and Orochimaru: Orochimaru refuses to acknowledge Code’s authority and mocks him, provoking Code into attacking.
• Itachi and Shisui: The two cooperate naturally despite Shisui’s altered memories. Their reunion creates a powerful emotional and tactical partnership.
• Boruto and Kawaki: Kawaki protects Boruto while Boruto is incapacitated, reinforcing their complicated but active alliance.
• Itachi and Kawaki: Itachi entrusts Boruto to Kawaki, showing a degree of confidence in Kawaki’s ability to protect him.