Ch. 202Black Zetsu Decides Whether the Shinobi World Falls into Chaos
Key Plot Points and Events
- Madara Uchiha activates the Infinite Tsukuyomi, immersing the world in a dream to create peace.
- Josuke, the Second Generation of Otogakure, reveals himself and stops Madara's plan.
- Black Zetsu, Madara's consciousness, stabs Madara, revealing it's not his consciousness but an Otsutsuki named Black Zetsu.
- Madara's body is taken over by a black substance, and he starts transforming, signaling Kaguya's revival.
Character Developments
- Josuke: Introduced as a powerful character with multiple titles, he reveals himself to stop Madara's plan.
- Madara: Madara's belief in his superiority is challenged, leading to his downfall and transformation.
- Black Zetsu: Reveals its true identity as an Otsutsuki and betrays Madara.
Significant Themes
- Power and Hubris: Madara's belief in his power and superiority leads to his downfall.
- Betrayal: Black Zetsu's betrayal of Madara highlights the theme of trust and loyalty.
- Peace vs. Control: The Infinite Tsukuyomi represents Madara's desire for peace through control, which ultimately fails.
Character Interactions
- Josuke and Madara: Josuke's intervention and Madara's disbelief in Black Zetsu's betrayal lead to Madara's defeat.
- Madara and Black Zetsu: Madara's trust in Black Zetsu as his consciousness leads to his downfall.
- Naruto, Sasuke, and Madara: Naruto and Sasuke attempt to stop Madara but are bound by his hair, highlighting their inability to stop him until Josuke intervenes.