Chapter 223 reaches into Sasuke's memory of the rift that opened between Itachi and their father Fugaku, and of the brief window when Fugaku finally turned his attention and pride toward his younger son.
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Summary
Sasuke recalls the strain that had grown between Itachi and Fugaku, puzzling over what had cost his brother his good name within the Uchiha. From around that time onward, their father began paying closer heed to how Sasuke himself was progressing.
Key Events
Fugaku set out to teach Sasuke the Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique, and Sasuke mastered it in less time than Itachi once had. Impressed, Fugaku told him he was proud of him, the first time he had ever said as much, and urged Sasuke to stop chasing his brother's shadow.
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Notes
Despite that encouragement to forge his own path, Sasuke went on looking up to Itachi all the same. The chapter is part of the Sasuke Recovery Mission arc and was collected in volume 25. Viz Media issued its English version under the title Father and Son.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Sasuke's father love him?
This chapter suggests he did. After Sasuke masters the Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique faster than Itachi once had, Fugaku tells Sasuke he is proud of him, the first time he had ever said so, and urges him to stop chasing his brother's shadow.
What happens in Naruto chapter 223?
Chapter 223 reaches into Sasuke's memory of the rift that opened between Itachi and their father Fugaku, and of the brief window when Fugaku finally turned his attention and pride toward his younger son.
What technique does Fugaku teach Sasuke in this chapter?
Fugaku sets out to teach Sasuke the Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique, and Sasuke masters it in less time than Itachi once had.
Why did Fugaku begin paying more attention to Sasuke?
Sasuke recalls the strain that had grown between Itachi and Fugaku over what cost Itachi his good name within the Uchiha. From around that time onward, Fugaku began paying closer attention to how Sasuke himself was progressing.
What is the Viz Media title for Sasuke and his Father?
Viz Media issued the English version of this chapter under the title Father and Son. It is part of the Sasuke Recovery Mission arc, collected in Volume 25.
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