Ch. 21Obito
Key Plot Points and Events
- Obito is revealed to be alive and impersonating Madara.
- Uchiha Chen suspects and confronts Obito, leading to a battle in the Mental Space.
- Obito uses various genjutsu and attacks, but Uchiha Chen reflects them back.
- Uchiha Chen finally understands the principle behind Yin Release after taking multiple hits.
- Uchiha Chen decides to use Kotoamatsukami on Obito instead of Karatachi Yagura.
Character Developments
- Uchiha Chen: Shows cunning and strategic thinking, learns about Yin Release, and decides to control Obito instead of Yagura.
- Obito: Struggles to maintain his Madara disguise, reveals his knowledge of Yin-Yang Release and Uchiha techniques, falls victim to Kotoamatsukami.
Significant Themes
- The power of knowledge and experience (Obito's teachings from Madara).
- The importance of adaptability and learning from one's surroundings (Uchiha Chen understanding Yin Release).
- The consequences of underestimating one's opponent (Obito's defeat).
Character Interactions
- Uchiha Chen and Obito: Engage in a mental battle, with Uchiha Chen initially mocking Obito's performance as Madara, then learning from him and ultimately controlling him.
- Uchiha Chen and himself: Reflects on his progress compared to Luffy and decides to change his plans.