The Star Guard Mission reaches its climax as a village turns against the tyrant Akahoshi in this Naruto episode. Guided by a departed spirit, Naruto brings down both the corrupt leader and the cursed star at the heart of the conflict.
Summary
When Akahoshi prepares to put Sumaru to death, Hokuto and the other youngsters step in to defend their home, exposing the sickness that the village's star has been inflicting on them. Confronted with the truth, the adults turn against Akahoshi as well. His attempt on Mizura's life erases any last shred of sympathy for him, and refusing to accept defeat, Akahoshi merges his body with the Star, sending his chakra spiraling out of control.
Key Events
Drawing strength from the spirit of Natsuhi, Naruto shatters the star and puts an end to Akahoshi. Tsunade at first appears displeased that the mission went unfulfilled, but she acknowledges that it had been cancelled precisely because Akahoshi, the very man who commissioned it, gave the order. Shizune adds the welcome news that the poisoned children are recovering.
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Notes
Episode 183 belongs to the Star Guard Mission, an anime-original arc of the original Naruto series. It first aired in Japan on 3 May 2006 and in English on 26 July 2008, opening with Re:member and closing with Yellow Moon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What episode of Naruto is "The Star's Radiance"?
"The Star's Radiance" is episode 183 of the original Naruto series, closing out the anime-original Star Guard Mission arc.
How does Naruto defeat Akahoshi?
Drawing strength from the spirit of Natsuhi, Naruto shatters the cursed Star that Akahoshi has merged his body with, ending his rampage for good.
Why do the villagers turn against Akahoshi?
The villagers turn on Akahoshi once Hokuto and the other children expose that the village's Star has been poisoning them, and his attempt on Mizura's life erases any remaining sympathy for him.
Why is the Star Guard Mission ultimately called off?
Tsunade notes that the mission was cancelled because Akahoshi, the very man who commissioned it, gave the cancellation order himself, so its incompletion is not held against Naruto's team.
What happens to the poisoned children in this episode?
Shizune reports that the children who were poisoned by the Star are recovering, following Akahoshi's defeat.
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