Ch. 181Kabuto Yakushi's Ambition: He Had Actually Mastered Impure World Reincarnation
- Key Plot Points and Events: Kabuto Yakushi, Orochimaru's former disciple, has mastered the forbidden technique Impure World Reincarnation and raised an army of the dead, including previous Kage, to challenge Uchiha Yoru's power. He infiltrates Iwagakure and presents his undead army to Yoru, threatening his rule.
Character Developments
- Kabuto Yakushi: He has become more ambitious and power-hungry, seeking to replace Obito as the new overlord of the Shinobi World. He is no longer content with being a lackey and is willing to challenge even Uchiha Yoru.
- Uchiha Yoru: He remains calm and composed in the face of Kabuto's threat, showing no signs of worry or tension. He is confident in his power and the strength of Iwagakure.
- Orochimaru: He is furious at Kabuto's betrayal and theft of his techniques. He acknowledges Kabuto's skill but is wary of his ambition.
- Ōnoki: He is outraged at Kabuto's desecration of the previous Kage's graves and is ready to fight him despite his age.
- Significant Themes: Ambition, betrayal, power dynamics, and the consequences of meddling with the dead.
Character Interactions
- Kabuto vs. Yoru: Kabuto challenges Yoru's power and rule, threatening him with his undead army. Yoru remains calm and composed, showing no signs of worry.
- Orochimaru vs. Kabuto: Orochimaru is furious at Kabuto's betrayal and theft of his techniques. He acknowledges Kabuto's skill but is wary of his ambition.
- Ōnoki vs. Kabuto: Ōnoki is outraged at Kabuto's desecration of the previous Kage's graves and is ready to fight him despite his age.