Ch. 441Zanka no Tachi
Key Plot Points and Events
- Urashiki Otsutsuki is killed by Hyuga Shin in a single move.
- Kinshiki Otsutsuki is killed by Kushina using Armament Haki: Shigan.
- The Sage of Six Paths consumes Kinshiki's Chakra Fruit, gaining a powerful new ability.
- Momoshiki Otsutsuki is possessed by Black Zetsu with the Sage of Six Paths' help.
- The Allied Shinobi Forces continue fighting the White Zetsu army while retreating to avoid the godlike figures' attacks.
Character Developments
- The Sage of Six Paths gains a significant power boost after consuming the Chakra Fruit.
- Black Zetsu successfully possesses Momoshiki Otsutsuki's body.
- Hyuga Shin remains unfazed by the powerful figures, considering them weak compared to him.
- Ōnoki and Nawaki work together to fight the White Zetsu army, with Ōnoki complaining about the workload.
Significant Themes
- The power dynamics between the characters, with Hyuga Shin being the most powerful and the Otsutsuki trio being significantly weaker than expected.
- The theme of revenge, as seen through Gaara's internal struggle regarding his grudge against Hyuga Shin.
- The theme of cooperation and teamwork, as seen in the Allied Shinobi Forces' battle against the White Zetsu army.
Character Interactions
- The Sage of Six Paths and Black Zetsu temporarily cooperate to possess Momoshiki Otsutsuki's body.
- Ōnoki and Nawaki work together to fight the White Zetsu army, with Ōnoki complaining about the workload and Nawaki pushing him to continue.
- Gaara focuses on fighting the White Zetsu army instead of seeking revenge against Hyuga Shin, acknowledging his limits.