The emotional near-finale of the series, in which a healed Naruto and Sasuke end the Infinite Tsukuyomi, a pardoned Sasuke leaves Konoha, and old wounds are finally mended.
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Summary
Naruto and Sasuke lie spent atop stone hands shaped into a gesture of peace. Sakura and Kakashi reach the Valley of the End to find the two collapsed beside one another, and Sakura at once begins healing them. Through her tears, Sakura hears Sasuke apologize for the harm he has done to her.
Key Events
Restored to strength, the pair release everyone trapped in the Infinite Tsukuyomi. Thanks to Tenten and Darui, Samui and Atsui are freed from the Benihisago, while the tailed beasts held inside Sasuke's Chibaku Tensei are set loose as well. Back in Konohagakure, a memorial service is held in Neji's honor.
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Notes
Tsunade has already stepped aside, leaving Kakashi installed as Hokage, and in that role he formally pardons Sasuke for his past crimes in recognition of his part in ending the war. As Sasuke departs the village, Naruto returns to him the forehead protector he had cast away during their duel at the Valley years before. A Colour Edition of the chapter shipped with a digital release, and The Last: Naruto the Movie is set between this chapter and chapter 700, officially labeled chapter "699.5". This is chapter 699, collected in volume 72 under the Kaguya Ōtsutsuki Strikes arc; Viz titled it "Unison Sign".
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in "The Seal of Reconciliation"?
In "The Seal of Reconciliation", a healed Naruto and Sasuke end their duel at the Valley of the End, Sakura and Kakashi arrive to heal them both, and Sasuke apologizes to Sakura for the harm he caused her.
Who becomes Hokage in this chapter?
Kakashi is installed as Hokage after Tsunade steps aside.
What does Kakashi do regarding Sasuke's past crimes?
As the new Hokage, Kakashi formally pardons Sasuke for his past crimes in recognition of his part in ending the war.
What does Naruto give back to Sasuke at the end of the chapter?
As Sasuke departs the village, Naruto returns to him the forehead protector Sasuke had cast away during their duel at the Valley of the End years before.
What is the chapter number and Viz title for "The Seal of Reconciliation"?
"The Seal of Reconciliation" is chapter 699, collected in volume 72 under the Kaguya Ōtsutsuki Strikes arc, and Viz titled it "Unison Sign".
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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