Ch. 81Rise of the New God of Naruto
Key Plot Points and Events
- Nagato discovers the vast number of White Zetsu and plans to use them for Impure World Reincarnation.
- Kisame Hoshigaki spars with Itachi Uchiha, leading to an unexpected outcome.
- Itachi Uchiha demonstrates immense strength and skill, defeating Kisame without using his Sharingan.
Character Developments
- Nagato: Realizes the potential of White Zetsu and plans to use them strategically.
- Itachi Uchiha: Shows significant growth in physical strength and skill after receiving Fei Shi's serum.
- Kisame Hoshigaki: Loses to Itachi, revealing his underestimation of Itachi's abilities.
- Obito Uchiha: Reflects on his past actions and Hatake Sakumo's kindness, leading to introspection.
Significant Themes
- Power and Strength: The chapter highlights the growth of Itachi's physical prowess and the underestimation of his abilities by Kisame.
- Redemption and Reflection: Obito reflects on his past actions and Hatake Sakumo's kindness, suggesting a potential path for redemption.
- Strategic Planning: Nagato's discovery of White Zetsu's potential and his plan to use them strategically showcase his cunning and adaptability.
Character Interactions
- Itachi Uchiha vs. Kisame Hoshigaki: Their sparring match reveals Itachi's growth and Kisame's underestimation of his abilities.
- Obito Uchiha and Hatake Sakumo: Their conversation leads Obito to reflect on his past actions and consider a path for redemption.
- Nagato and the Akatsuki members: Nagato's plans for White Zetsu are observed by other Akatsuki members, hinting at their potential involvement in his strategy.