Ch. 81Rin, I Like You
Key Plot Points and Events
- Kakashi learns that Obito is alive and witnessed Rin's death, which triggered Obito's Mangekyō Sharingan awakening.
- Uchiha Ao reveals that Obito orchestrated the Nine-Tails Rebellion.
- Uchiha Ao uses a "Genjutsu: Pseudo-Infinite Tsukuyomi" to help Kakashi awaken his Mangekyō Sharingan.
Character Developments
- Kakashi: Realizes the truth about Obito and Rin's deaths, and struggles with his feelings for Rin.
- Obito: Not directly present but revealed to have a twisted personality due to Rin's death and his Mangekyō awakening.
- Uchiha Ao: Shows his knowledge of Mangekyō Sharingan and willingness to help Kakashi awaken his power.
Significant Themes
- The cost of power: The Mangekyō Sharingan's evolution requires witnessing the death of loved ones, highlighting the high cost of gaining immense power.
- Guilt and regret: Kakashi grapples with his guilt over Rin's death and his feelings for her.
- Manipulation and truth: Uchiha Ao manipulates Kakashi's perception of reality to help him awaken his power, revealing the truth about Obito's actions.
Character Interactions
- Kakashi and Rin: Kakashi's feelings for Rin are reinforced in the pseudo-Infinite Tsukuyomi world, leading to internal conflict.
- Kakashi and Obito: Kakashi's understanding of Obito's actions and motivations deepens, potentially setting the stage for future conflict or resolution.
- Kakashi and Uchiha Ao: Uchiha Ao guides Kakashi, revealing secrets and helping him awaken his power, establishing a mentor-like relationship.