In this Blue Vortex chapter, Sarada finally wields the Mangekyō Sharingan she never realized she had, cutting down Ryū before the power leaves her spent. Meanwhile the mounting cost of the plan weighs on those steering it, and Boruto defies orders to save Konohamaru.
Summary
Sarada reflects on past talks with her friends about her ambition to reach Hokage and the feelings for Boruto she keeps buried. A memory surfaces of the time just after Boruto left Konohagakure, when he asked Sasuke about the Mangekyō Sharingan. Sasuke laid out its nature, already aware that Sarada had awakened hers without knowing it and confident she would master the gift once the moment came.
Key Events
Drawing on her new power, Sarada faces Ryū with icy composure and defeats him as Mitsuki looks on. The strain proves severe, and she crumples, caught by Mitsuki, who sees just how badly the technique drains her.
Notes
At a distance, Koji Kashin and Ada trade words, pleased by Sarada's breakthrough yet troubled that it came at the price of Yodo's death. Pressed by Boruto over whether every success in their scheme must cost a life, Koji deflects and orders him to stay put, since Jura has marked Boruto as a target. Boruto ignores the warning and moves to pull Konohamaru free of Matsuri, drawing Jura's gaze onto himself in the process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mangekyou Sharingan in Naruto?
In this chapter, the Mangekyo Sharingan is shown as a powerful eye technique that Sarada had unknowingly awakened. When she finally draws on it to defeat Ryu, the strain leaves her severely drained.
What does Sasuke tell Boruto about the Mangekyou Sharingan?
In a memory, Sasuke explains its nature to Boruto and reveals he already knew Sarada had awakened hers, confident she would master it once the moment came.
What happens to Sarada after she defeats Ryu?
The strain of using her newly awakened Mangekyo Sharingan proves severe, and Sarada crumples, caught by Mitsuki.
What is the cost of Sarada's breakthrough in this chapter?
Koji Kashin and Ada are pleased by Sarada's victory yet troubled that it came at the price of Yodo's death.
Why does Jura target Boruto in this chapter?
Boruto disobeys Koji's order to stay put and moves to pull Konohamaru free of Matsuri, drawing Jura's gaze onto himself.
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