Ch. 301Third "Uchiha Obito"
Key Plot Points and Events
- Naruto is late for school, rushing to meet the Third Hokage, Uchiha Obito, who is the chief examiner for the graduation assessment.
- Obito, having recently married, is attending the assessment unexpectedly, piquing outsiders' curiosity.
- The graduation assessment begins, with Obito wanting to see how much Naruto and Sasuke have grown.
Character Developments
- Naruto: Still mischievous and confident, he's aware of his master's unreliability and relies on his mother, Kushina.
- Sasuke: Shows admiration for Obito, indicating his desire to become like the Third Hokage.
- Obito: Reflects on his past with Kakashi and Rin, feeling nostalgic and content with his life achievements.
Significant Themes
- Mentorship and legacy: Obito sees similarities between Naruto and Sasuke's rivalry and his own with Kakashi, hinting at the potential impact of their relationship on the future of Konoha.
- Growth and assessment: The graduation assessment serves as a benchmark for the students' growth and a means for Obito to evaluate their progress.
Character Interactions
- Naruto and Sasuke: Their rivalry continues, with Naruto teasing Sasuke about his ambitions, leading to tension between them.
- Obito and Sosuke: The master-disciple duo discuss the graduation assessment, with Sosuke revealing his long-term plans for the Ninja World and the Ōtsutsuki war.
- Sosuke and Atsuko: Sosuke interacts with Atsuko, the Wish Machine, showing affection towards her and acknowledging her as his daughter.