With the next Chūnin Exams looming, the young jōnin gather over drinks to weigh whether their own troublemaking students are ready, and Konohamaru second-guesses putting Boruto forward.
Summary
Konohamaru drops off a mission report with Shikamaru, who is buried in Naruto's paperwork while the Hokage is away meeting the daimyō. Spotting documents about the coming Chūnin Exams, Konohamaru is told to consider entering his own genin. He raises the idea with Moegi, Udon, and Shino, noting that Shino's students have caused plenty of trouble of their own, and together they revisit the mishaps that class has caused and how far the young shinobi have come.
Key Events
Over drinks, Konohamaru admits he is unsure whether to recommend Boruto, worried the boy has leaned too heavily on luck and that failing the exam could break his spirit. The others push back on his doubts. Hanabi turns up and gets drunk alongside him, then accidentally intoxicates Shino, who loses command of his insects. Naruto is summoned to sort out the resulting chaos.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is "The Chūnin Exams: The Recommendation Meeting" about?
"The Chūnin Exams: The Recommendation Meeting" follows Konohamaru as he weighs whether to recommend Boruto for the upcoming Chūnin Exams. He gathers with fellow instructors Shikamaru, Moegi, Udon, and Shino to discuss their students' readiness while drinking together.
Why is Konohamaru unsure about recommending Boruto for the Chūnin Exams?
Konohamaru worries that Boruto has relied too heavily on luck rather than genuine skill, and fears that failing the exam could crush the boy's confidence. His fellow instructors push back on these doubts.
What happens when Hanabi joins the instructors for drinks?
Hanabi arrives and drinks alongside Konohamaru, then accidentally gets Shino intoxicated as well. Shino loses control of his insects as a result, and Naruto has to be called in to handle the chaos.
Is "The Chūnin Exams: The Recommendation Meeting" a clip show?
Yes, this episode is a clip show that stitches together footage from earlier arcs as the instructors reflect on how much their students have grown, using that lighter framing to explore who is ready to advance.
Which instructors discuss their students in this episode?
Konohamaru, Shikamaru, Moegi, Udon, and Shino all take part in the discussion about their genin students, with Naruto later drawn in when the drinking gathering spirals out of control.
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