This chapter splits between Kabuto's unsettling account of housing Orochimaru's remains and the opening exchanges of Sasuke's duel with the explosive Akatsuki artist Deidara.
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Summary
Kabuto explains that the fragments of Orochimaru left inside him are forever fighting to seize control, a contest that only leaves him more powerful. He slips away before Naruto's group can seize him, declaring he will happily face Naruto once he has settled the debt to Orochimaru by killing Sasuke.
At the same time, Sasuke launches his attack on Deidara and Tobi. His strike connects with Tobi but passes through without harm. Deidara answers with a barrage of clay bombs, which Sasuke turns aside using his Chidori Senbon. Undeterred, Deidara resolves to bring out his C2 creation.
Key Events
Kabuto describes his ongoing internal struggle with Orochimaru's remains and escapes capture, vowing to kill Sasuke first. Sasuke's blow against Tobi has no effect, while his Chidori Senbon deflect Deidara's clay explosives. Deidara opts to escalate by deploying his C2.
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Notes
Set during the Itachi Pursuit Mission arc and collected in the thirty-ninth volume, the chapter both hints at Kabuto's slow merger with Orochimaru and opens the aerial contest between Sasuke and Deidara. Tobi's immunity to the first attack quietly foreshadows the mystery surrounding his abilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when Sasuke attacks Deidara and Tobi in this chapter?
Sasuke's strike lands on Tobi but passes through him without effect, while Deidara answers with a barrage of clay bombs that Sasuke deflects using his Chidori Senbon.
What does Kabuto reveal about his connection to Orochimaru?
Kabuto explains that fragments of Orochimaru's remains inside him are constantly fighting for control, a struggle that only makes him stronger, before slipping away from Naruto's group.
Why does Kabuto vow to face Naruto later?
Kabuto tells Naruto's group he will gladly fight Naruto once he has settled his debt to Orochimaru by killing Sasuke first.
How does Deidara escalate his fight against Sasuke?
After his clay bombs are deflected by Sasuke's Chidori Senbon, Deidara decides to bring out his powerful C2 creation to continue the battle.
What does Tobi's immunity to Sasuke's attack foreshadow?
Sasuke's attack passing harmlessly through Tobi in this chapter quietly hints at the mystery surrounding Tobi's true identity and abilities, a plot thread the series later develops.
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