Chapter 443 closes the fight with the Deva Path and opens a harder question: what to do with Nagato. Naruto locates him but turns down the villagers' calls for blood, convinced that vengeance would resolve nothing.
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Summary
With the Deva Path finally brought down, Naruto strips away its black receivers so the body can never be puppeteered from afar again. Turning one of the rods to his own purpose, he uses it to pin down exactly where Nagato has been hiding.
Key Events
News of Naruto's victory spreads through Konoha, and villagers hunting for Nagato themselves cross paths with him. Eager for retribution, they offer to help him end Nagato's life.
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Notes
Naruto refuses their help, insisting that killing Nagato would settle nothing after all that has happened. The villagers defer to his judgment, trusting him to decide what should become of their enemy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Naruto locate Nagato after defeating the Deva Path?
Naruto turns one of the Deva Path's black receivers to his own purpose, using it to pinpoint exactly where Nagato has been hiding.
Why does Naruto strip the black receivers from the Deva Path?
Naruto strips away the black receivers so the body can never be puppeteered from afar again.
What do the Konoha villagers offer to do about Nagato?
Eager for retribution, villagers hunting for Nagato themselves cross paths with Naruto and offer to help him end Nagato's life.
Does Naruto agree to kill Nagato?
No, Naruto refuses their help, insisting that killing Nagato would settle nothing after all that has happened.
How do the villagers respond to Naruto's decision?
The villagers defer to Naruto's judgment, trusting him to decide what should become of Nagato.
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