Ch. 161Uchiha Madara: So Thrilling to Make a Dramatic Exit Right After Showing Off
Key Plot Points and Events
- Kyosuke learns about Steel Release, a combination of Earth and Lightning nature transformations.
- He fights Okamura Nui, a Steel Release user, testing his Kusanagi Sword's sharpness against Steel Release's defense.
- Kyosuke activates his Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan and prepares to attack Isshiki, a monk at the Fire Temple.
- Isshiki escapes through a spatial portal, leaving behind a strange black mark.
- Uchiha Madara battles the monks of the Fire Temple, destroying the main hall with a powerful Fire Style jutsu.
Character Developments
- Kyosuke's Lightning Release is at level 7, and Earth Release is at level 5, making it challenging to create a Kekkei Genkai like Steel Release.
- Kyosuke activates his Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, showing significant power growth.
- Isshiki is revealed to be a powerful and cunning opponent, with a mysterious black mark resembling a Curse Mark.
Significant Themes
- The difficulty and rarity of creating Kekkei Genkai, requiring exceptional talent and arduous training.
- The power and danger of Susanoo, which can affect allies if not controlled properly.
- The cunning and patience of the Otsutsuki Clan, as exemplified by Isshiki.
Character Interactions
- Kyosuke and Okamura Nui clash, with Kyosuke testing his sword's sharpness against Steel Release.
- Kyosuke and Isshiki have a tense standoff before Isshiki escapes.
- Madara and Kyosuke bicker playfully during Madara's battle against the monks, with Madara growing frustrated and destructive.