Chapter 395 leaves Konoha's ninja grasping at a ghost. Shino's insects trap Tobi only for him to vanish without a trace, and word of Itachi's death at Sasuke's hands prompts the masked man to bow out, flashing a Sharingan that deepens every question about him.
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Summary
Shino buries Tobi inside a swarm of his kikaichū, sealing him within the insects as they feed on his chakra, while the rest of the Leaf ninja ready themselves to seize the moment. Then, without warning, Tobi is simply gone.
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Notes
The outcome is exactly what Tobi had anticipated, and he announces that his dealings with the Konoha ninja are finished, going so far as to show them his Sharingan. The chapter is collected in Volume 43, and Viz released it under the title The Mystery of Tobi.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Tobi escape Shino's insects in this chapter?
Shino buries Tobi inside a swarm of his kikaichu, but Tobi simply vanishes without a trace, leaving both Team 7 and Team 8 unable to explain how he slipped away.
What news does Zetsu deliver in this chapter?
Zetsu emerges just before Tobi can strike again to tell him that Sasuke has killed Itachi.
Why does Tobi end his dealings with the Leaf ninja in this chapter?
Itachi's death at Sasuke's hands is exactly the outcome Tobi had anticipated, so he announces that his business with the Konoha ninja is finished.
What does Tobi show Team 7 and Team 8 before leaving?
Before departing, Tobi shows them his Sharingan, an act that only deepens the mystery around his true identity.
What was the Viz English title for this chapter, and what volume is it in?
Viz released this chapter as 'The Mystery of Tobi,' collected in Volume 43 as part of the Fated Battle Between Brothers arc.
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