Ch. 421Played to a Pulp
Key Plot Points and Events
- Uchiha Madara underestimates Uchiha Ye Han during their battle.
- Ye Han reveals he's been strategizing to kill Madara, even allowing Madara to cast the Infinite Tsukuyomi.
- Ye Han marks Madara with microscopic technique markers during their fight.
- Madara seals himself with Truth-Seeking Orbs to remove the markers.
- Ye Han compresses a Tailed Beast Bomb and uses the Flying Thunder God Technique to place it inside Madara's body.
- Madara attempts to remove the bomb but fails, leading to a massive explosion.
- Black Zetsu arrives, but instead of helping Madara, he watches him suffer.
Character Developments
- Uchiha Ye Han: Proven to be a strategic and patient fighter, willing to wait years to achieve his goal of killing Madara.
- Uchiha Madara: Initially overconfident, Madara underestimates Ye Han and falls for his trap, leading to severe injuries.
Significant Themes
- Patience and strategic planning: Ye Han's victory is a result of his long-term planning and patience.
- Hubris: Madara's overconfidence in his own power leads to his downfall.
- Betrayal: Black Zetsu's inaction towards Madara suggests a potential betrayal or shift in allegiance.
Character Interactions
- Uchiha Ye Han vs. Uchiha Madara: Ye Han outsmarts and defeats Madara through strategic planning and patience.
- Uchiha Madara vs. Black Zetsu: Madara expects help from Black Zetsu but is left to suffer, indicating a possible change in their relationship.