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Unprecedented Shivers

Manga ChapterCh. 412

Chapter 412 has Naruto pushing to speed up his sage training at Mount Myōboku, learning that natural energy rewards only huge chakra and stubborn will. Elsewhere, Killer B decides to stop holding back once Taka proves it might be a real threat.

Volume: 44
Japanese Release: 37-38, 2008
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Summary

At Mount Myōboku, Naruto suggests using shadow clones to shorten the long road toward mastering senjutsu. Fukasaku goes along with the idea, though the clones prove little help. He explains that sage arts are not open to everyone; only a person carrying vast chakra reserves and a refusal to ever quit can truly grasp them.

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Key Events

Naruto is delighted to realise he possesses both qualities in abundance, giving him a real shot at the training. In another location, Karin tends to Sasuke's wounds as the remaining members of Taka trade blows with Killer B. Sensing that the group might actually test him, B resolves to fight with everything he has.

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Notes

Chapter 412 belongs to volume 44 and forms part of the Fated Battle Between Brothers arc. Viz published it under the name Quivers of Anticipation, and it first ran in Japan in 2008.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens in the Naruto chapter "Unprecedented Shivers"?

"Unprecedented Shivers" follows Naruto Uzumaki as he tries to speed up his sage training at Mount Myoboku, while Killer B prepares to fight the remaining members of Taka at full strength. The chapter belongs to the Fated Battle Between Brothers arc.

Why can't Naruto use shadow clones to speed up his sage training?

Naruto suggests using shadow clones to shorten senjutsu training, but Fukasaku explains that the clones prove of little help. Fukasaku notes that sage arts are only open to those with vast chakra reserves and an unwavering refusal to quit.

Does Naruto qualify for sage training according to Fukasaku?

Naruto is delighted to realize he possesses both huge chakra reserves and stubborn will in abundance, meaning he has a real shot at mastering senjutsu. Fukasaku's explanation confirms he has what it takes.

What is happening with Sasuke and Karin during this chapter?

While Naruto trains at Mount Myoboku, Karin tends to Sasuke Uchiha's wounds elsewhere. The remaining members of Taka are also trading blows with Killer B during this time.

Why does Killer B decide to stop holding back?

Killer B senses that the remaining members of Taka might actually pose a real threat to him, so he resolves to fight with everything he has. This shift happens after Taka proves capable in their clash with him.

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