Boruto Naruto Next Generations (Anime)

Boruto Naruto Next Generations (―ボルト―ナルト―次 世代) is a monthly manga series written by Ukyo Kodachi, and illustrated by Mikio Ikemoto. The series is supervised by original manga creator Masashi Kishimoto, and serves as official continuation of the Naruto franchise. It adapts the story line of the Boruto movie, and then continues the story afterwards. The manga launched on May 9, 2016 in the 23rd issue of Weekly Shonen Jump, and is simultaneously published in Weekly Shonen Jump digital magazine in English. The anime air in Japan on April 5, 2017. The series features returning cast members from Naruto Shippuuden, and the Boruto movie. Naruto Shippuuden episode director Noriyuki Abe is serving as chief director, and Hiroyuki Yamashita is returning to direct at Studio Pierrot. Ukyo Kodachi, author of the Boruto manga, is supervising the story. Makoto is in charge of series composition. Tetsuya Nishio and Hirofumi Suzuki are returning to design the characters. Hideyuki Ueno is the art director, and Yasushi Nagura is the sound director. The anime takes place when Boruto is a student at the Ninja Academy, and the story is before the Naruto Gaiden manga. But the story continues afterwards with the Boruto movie.

Plot
In the future, an older Boruto fights Kawaki in a destroyed Konohagakure, and argue about the end of the age of shinobi. Both activate seal-like powers, Boruto activates a dojutsu in his left eye, and both resume their fight.

In the present, Boruto and Shikadai run through Konoha. In the Hokage's office, Naruto and Shikamaru go to his office, where Naruto bemoans the amount paperwork due will keep him from going home that night.

On top of a train, Boruto celebrates being able to buy a limited edition chilli burger. As they eat the two comment on the village's modernisation, and Shikadai scoffs at the prospect of having to attend the Ninja Academy. Shikadai tells Boruto to behave at the Entrance Ceremony, since it also reflects on him. Boruto leaps off the train after being spotted, and spots Denki being picked on. Boruto attacks the bullies with shadow clones, and makes a run with him as more arrive. Though they escape, Denki is worried the bullies will come after him much harder the next day and comments on Boruto's ninjutsu. He learns Boruto is set to start at the NinjaAcademy the following day, like himself. Denki's father wants him to learn ninjutsu as well as academics if he wants to inherit his company, crediting his achievements in the last war for the success of his company. Boruto tells Denki to tell his father about his wishes. The two talk more about their fathers, and Boruto realizes he's late for dinner, fearing his mother's punishment.

When Boruto gets home, he argues with his mother about his father's absence during dinner, while Denki confronts his father, who says he'll allow Denki to study whatever he wants if he proves he is strong. Denki is bitten and influenced by a chakra snake.

The next day, Boruto is late for the Entrance Ceremony. Intending to take the train, he spots Denki and perceives a shadow over him, not noticing his own right eye changing. Denki lures his bullies into an old, malfunctioning train. Denki shows his bullies he put that train on a collision course with another defective train. Having followed Denki, Boruto shows himself and tells Denki to stop, and again perceives the influence on him. Boruto's words loosen the influence on Denki, and when he needs his help in changing the tracks, the influence on Denki is broken, allowing him to help. The two are able to change the tracks, and the bullies hold on to them when they almost fall off the train. They disconnect a wagon with the bullies, allowing them to stop safely. Still wanting to get to the Ninja Academy, they derail the train and crash it into the Hokage Rock. They arrive at the Academy during roll call, but damage Naruto's stone face. The other students are cleared out, while Konohamaru gets Boruto. At the end of the day, Naruto receives word that Boruto took the blame, but Denki's father offers to pay for the damages. After his suspension is up, Boruto heads to the ninja academy and sees Denki, who got into the ninjutsu program, hoping to one day merge ninjutsu with science. Boruto decides against asking Denki about the shadow that had come over him. Looking up at his father's stone face, he vow to walk his own path in life.

Shino explains how the role of the Ninja Academy has changed. In addition to shinobi skills being taught as in the past, a broader curriculum of non-shinobi related courses are available. Boruto returns from his two week suspension. Inojin notices him through the window. After Boruto arrives in his classroom, the other students begin gossiping about him, which Boruto ignores. Chōchō and Sumire ask Sarada about Boruto. Sarada says she finds him annoying, and the other two gush about Naruto. Inojin bluntly says what everyone else is thinking about Boruto. Boruto extends his hand in friendship, but Inojin refuses, considering him to be untrustworthy. Sumire tries defusing the situation as Shino arrives at the classroom. During practice to assess everyone's strengths and weaknesses, Denki tells Boruto he got the second best time. The one with the best time, Iwabee, isn't there. Boruto tries joining other students for lunch, but they hurry out of the classroom. Iwabee antagonizes Boruto over being the Hokage's son, by seeing the current state of the Ninja Academy as being soft, despite having flunked twice. Denki speaks in Boruto's defense, and Iwabee targets him. Boruto stops Iwabee from hurting Denki. Despite promising himself he wouldn't fight, Boruto challenges Iwabee to a fight. The class watches nervously, while Inojin is amused. After talking with Anko, Shino arrives at an empty classroom, much to his confusion, as everyone ditched class to watch the fight. The class watches the two fighting, Iwabee even saying he won't use his weapon. Boruto and Iwabee are both impressed with each other's skills. Iwabee is frustrated he can't graduate only with shinobi related subjects. After a solid strike on him, Iwabee begins using Earth Release, creating an earth hammer. Inojin takes the hammer out of his reach with his drawings, and points out Iwabee broke his own rule on not using his weapon. Iwabee realizes his mistake. The atmosphere in the class improves, Boruto becomes more popular, and Iwabee decides to start attending class again. Shino then arrives to start class.

As Shino begins teaching shurikenjutsu to his class. Most of the class ignores his instructions. Sumire struggles, while Inojin and Shikadai, who were made to practice at home by their parents, breeze through it. Metal Lee practices with ease at first, but when Inojin and Shikadai notice him, he becomes self-conscious, his performance suffering. Boruto throws a fuma shuriken at the target. Lee thinks he can deflect it, but with eyes on him, he falters, instead getting his foot stuck on the shuriken and getting dragged by it. Shikadai asks Boruto where he got a fūma shuriken, as they're not supposed to be using that yet. Boruto says he got it in a locker, which turn out to be Iwabee's. Shino calls everyone involved to his office, where he commands the ones involved to do voluntary work. They're assigned to help repair Naruto's face at the Hokage Mounment, which Boruto damaged.

After a break, they notice only Lee's part is missing, and getting anxious, he messes up his carving, causing more damage to Naruto's face. At the end of the day, Shikadai points out to Lee it's obvious he makes mistakes when nervous, and that sometimes it makes things worse for others. At home, Shikadai is scolded by his mother for getting into trouble. Shikamaru isn't as concerned, and considers getting in trouble part of becoming a shinobi. Temari scolds him as well. The next day, when Shikadai goes to apologise to Lee, Boruto notices the same darkness that took over Denki with his left eye. Lee lures Shikadai away, and begins attacking him. Boruto and Inojin find them, and Lee attacks them as well. Lee chases the three through the Ninja Academy. But Shikadai comes up with a strategy. Boruto distracts Lee with shadow clones, giving Shikadai an opening to pin his shadow, but Lee gets out of his range. Inojin distracts Lee with ink birds, and Lee gets paralysed.

Another shadow paralysed him from another angle, revealing the real Shikadai, the previous one being a disguised Boruto, and the shadows he used actually ink snakes drawn by Inojin. Lee begins breaking free of Shikadai's hold, who urges Boruto to knock him out. Lee breaks free by accident, and knocks himself out, the darkness taking over him dissipating. When Lee comes to it, Shikadai apologises for the day before. The four to go class. At home, Boruto asks Hinata about the Byakugan, by wondering about what he's seen. Soon after Naruto arrives exhausted, and goes straight to bed. But this makes Boruto angry since Naruto didn't eat dinner with them. The next day, Boruto, Shikadai and Inojin try getting Lee to play video games to get him less anxious, but he ends up breaking Boruto's game.

Shino has Konohamaru help him teach his Ninja Academy class about the Summoning Technique. Konohamaru summons Gamagoro much to the amazement of all the students except for Boruto. When accused of jealousy by Chocho, Boruto tries and fail to summon a creature since, as Shino explains to him and the class, he has signed no contract with a summoned creature. While they practise summoning sealed weapons instead, the class soon becomes divided as the girls argue with the boys over maturity. While Konohamaru and Shino ponder what to do about the constant outbreaking of infighting, the class almost breaks out into another boys vs. girls battle at lunch. Shino intervenes just in time and instead gives the two sides the task of playing capture the flag within the Ninja Academy while he assesses each ones strengths and weaknesses.

Things come to a head as both teams make their way to the rooftop: Boruto, who has stolen a scroll from the Academy once again attempts the Summoning Technique intending to summon a small toad to scare the girls. Instead, an unknown creature appears and strikes at Chocho throwing her off the building. Boruto, Inojin and Shikadai are able to stop her from falling to her death, but the beast sets its sights on them helplessly dangling from the roof. Konohamaru arrives in time to defeat the beast with his Rasengan and Sumire silently steals the flag. Therefore making the girls win the match. Later, Boruto apologises for putting Chocho's life in danger, prompting the girls to put a raincheck on collecting their favour. While they prepare to head home, Shino advises them that they first needed to clean up the now crumbling Ninja Academy building, while Konohamaru wonders how Boruto was able to pull off such a feat in the first place. While all this in taking place, a mysterious newcomer name Mitsuki looms over them all.

An expelled Ninja Academy student causes a commotion in revenge. Boruto perceives the sake dark aura in the student as he did in others before. Iwabee covers Boruto from the student's attack, allowing to land a hit. Being out-numbered, the student kicks up some dust for cover to escape. Boruto gives chase, and finds the student knocked out by a young man, who notes Konoha to be rather rowdy. Later, Shino introduces the class to Mitsuki, the new student from Otogakure. The students discuss Mitsuki among themselves, the boys about his skills, and the girls about his looks. Sumire asks the students not to talk over Shino. Mitsuki sits by Boruto, striking up a conversation. During class, Boruto solves a problem on the board with ease, surprising Iwabee. Shino tells Boruto to solve the problem as instructed, but Boruto prefers doing it his way, and mockingly asks for something more advanced. Shino gives him a much tougher problem to solve, with Boruto accusing him of being a sore loser. Mitsuki solves the problem, impressing the others. He and Shino briefly discuss if students should help each other or learn to solve problems by themselves.

During sparring, Iwabee and Boruto are paired off. When Iwabee spars with Mitsuki, Mitsuki gets carried away, almost choking him, despite Shino telling him to stop. Boruto manages to snap him out of it, berating him for going to far. Mitsuki apologizes to Iwabee. At night, Shino eats with Kurenai, airing his struggles as a teacher. Kurenai advises him to do things his way. Mitsuki talks to someone through a white snake. The next day, Shino throws a welcome party for Mitsuki. Sumire asks Shino about his efforts, and he explains his own difficulties having friends in the past. Shino's insects act up, messing up the party. Denki asks someone to get rid of them, and Mitsuki obliges with a Wind Release, which ends up damaging the Academy even more.

The students talk about Shino, unimpressed by him, which he overhears, getting him in a sullen mood. After first period, Shino asks for time off. A ruckus starts happening at the Academy, one of the repairman acting out, destroying what's left of the Academy under the influence of the dark spectre. Mitsuki comments on Boruto's ability to see it, picking Shikadai's interest, who speculates if Mitsuki is the reason people are acting out. Sarada distracts the repairman, allowing Shikadai to pin him down for Iwabee to strike. He doesn't go down, so Boruto tackles him, and the two fall over a balcony. Mitsuki cushions their fall with his Wind Release. The dark spectre leaves the repairman, and Boruto thanks Mitsuki. Shino gets frustrated at himself over the behavior of his class, and the dark spectre takes over him. The next day, Shino asks Boruto, Shikadai, and Mitsuki for an extracurricular lesson.

As Boruto finds Shino to be odd. Shikadai scolds Boruto, and apologizes for whatever they did to get out of trouble. Still angry, Shino sicks his insects on them. Mitsuki is impressed when the insects block his kunai with webs. Boruto sees the shadow spectre possessing Shino. Soon after Shino's insects begin devouring the surroundings. Shikadai tries to pin them with his shadow, but there are too many, and some begin overtaking Boruto and draining his chakra. Mituski blows them away with his Wind Release, and stretches his arms to retrieve Boruto. They flee using a smoke bomb to cover their escape. Hidden, the three discuss their options, Shikadai noting Shino's skill and killing intent. Boruto suggests getting help from another teacher, but Mitsuki points out the insects have spread throughout the forest, and will find them before they're able to leave. Shikadai asks Boruto about the shadow only he can see, getting Mitsuki's attention.

At the Ninja Academy, Iruka wonders about Shino, and Anko tells him not to worry about him. Shino catches up with Boruto and Shikadai, who try using an exploding tag to deal with the insects, to no avail. Mitsuki watches from afar. As they escape again, Shikadai notices the insects avoid water when he runs through a stream. Mitsuki regroups with them, claiming to have gotten lost. He asks Boruto about other people who went berserk after being possessed by the shadow only he can see. Upon hearing this, Shikadai grows suspicious of Mitsuki. Mitsuki suggests they kill Shino, as he wants to do the same to them. However Shikadai points out Shino's been unconcerned with using chakra, saying them can use that to their advantage, but it'll require someone being bait. Shikadai wants it to be Mitsuki since he doesn't trust him, and to expose other abilities he might have. Boruto wants to make up for driving Shino to snap in the first place, and argues that he can still create shadow clones despite having his chakra drained earlier. Boruto tries to get to Shino with shadows clones, and makes use of the webs to place an exploding tag near him.

But Shino manages to avoid them all of his attacks, and immobilises Boruto and Shikadai. Shino tells them he realized their plan to get him on water to get rid of his insects, and notices Mitsuki in the distance. When Shikadai points out he's used most of his insects, and Mitsuki extends his arms underwater, dragging Shino down. Shino releases aquatic insects, and Mitsuki employs Lightning Release to stop them, forcing the shadow spectre out of Shino. Mitsuki puts Shino on land, but begins drowning, having used too much chakra. Boruto dives after Mitsuki, but he begins drowning as well. Despite having depleted most of his chakra, Shino dives in after the two, and manages to get them out by summoning a giant insect. Later, Shino apologizes for attacking them, and the students apologise for ridiculing him, finally acknowledging his strength. Shino reports the incident to Naruto, therefore he and Shikamaru both agree that the matter needs to be investigated, and ask Shino to help them.

As Boruto eats with Shikadai, and sketches what the possessing spectre looked like to him. The two speculate why it's possessing people, its purpose, and why only Boruto can see it. Sarada complains about the boys to Chocho and Sumire. They're spied on by someone. The three share their concerns with the other girls. The boys overhear them, but don't think it's related to the shadow spectre. The girls take an alley after Chocho buys chips, and manage to capture their stalker. The boys hear screaming and rush there. Chocho recognizes their stalker as Kakuremino Magire, from another class. Shikadai checks with Boruto if he's possessed, Boruto confirming he's not. They question why he's following Chocho, but he reveals it's Sumire he's following, having a crush on her. Chocho encourages Magire to confess his feelings to Sumire. He does, but Sumire rejects him, and he leaves hurt. During class, someone leaves a message to Sumire in the blackboard. Mituski asks around, and finds out Magire didn't go to class that day. Several notes for Sumire fall over the group.

The boys and girls are separated by a metal wall in the Ninja Academy. The girls hide in a storage room, but someone knocks over smoke bombs. Sumire opens the door to clear the smoke, and gets separated from Chocho and Sarada. Denki arrives, asking if she's ok, but he gets knocked out by Magire. They boys reach them, and all of them get to Sumire and Magire on the roof. Boruto notices the shadow possessing Magire. Magire disguises himself and starts attacking. Chocho admonishes his way of getting attention from Sumire, and tells him to better himself. She offers him chips. The shadow leaves Magire, who breaks down crying. Magire gets gaunt and faints. The boys talk over food, speculating Magire got weaker due to chakra exhaustion. Shikamaru delivers Naruto a report suggesting the same. At night, Mitsuki communicates with someone about Boruto's findings.

From the moon, Toneri observes the stars, noting a constellation as a sign of a coming harvest. Boruto, Denki, Shikadai, and Iwabee watch a movie about a ninja with dōjutsu and a secret identity. The four discuss the movie at dinner, and compare it to actual life as a shinobi. Riding the train, Boruto and Shikadai discuss the spectre only Boruto can see. At home, Boruto creates a few shadow clones to overview the incidents so far. Boruto still doesn't want to tell Naruto about it. Boruto goes out to eat and meets Shikadai, who suggests maybe he's awakening the Byakugan. Mitsuki reveals himself, agreeing that Boruto should find out more about the Byakugan.

That night, Boruto has a dream, where Toneri tells him his eye will be important, with promises of an awesome fate. When he wakes up, remembering the dream, Boruto notices his sight is different, and manages to catch a glimpse of his eye on the mirror. Boruto gets excited about it. Shikamaru hands Naruto a report about the incidents, and they wonder if Boruto, who was near every one, is involved or is a target. While being tire Naruto goes home. There Boruto is confident he's awakened the Byakugan. The others are sceptical of it, which angers Boruto. Hinata tells him to talk with his grandfather, who will know if Boruto really has the Byakugan. Shikadai, Denki, and Mitsuki discuss the possibility of Boruto having the Byakugan. Naruto takes Boruto and Himawari to the Hyuga compound, where Hiashi and Hanabi are elated to see them. Hiashi explains the nature of the Byakugan to Boruto, confirming Naruto's earlier words about the training required to use it. Hiashi calls Boruto out to the courtyard, wanting to fight him and see if he does have it.

As Hiashi explains to Boruto that if he has awakened the Byakugan, it will manifest itself in battle even if Boruto can't activate it at will, something both he and Hanabi will be able to tell. Hanabi decides to take her father's place, to make sure it will be all for nothing if he simply throws his back in the fight. Upon hearing this, Boruto is up for it. Himawari asks Naruto if Boruto will be ok, as they watch him and Hanabi fighting. Naruto assures her Boruto will be ok. Boruto tries making a distraction using shadow clones and a flash bomb, but Hanabi sees through it. Boruto goes at it once more, this time managing to surround Hanabi with his shadow clones, but she repels them with Eight Trigrams Palms Revolving Heaven. Hanabi tells Boruto there is no sign of the Byakugan having awakened in him, but assures him it's still possible it will. However Boruto tries disguising his disappointment. Hiashi invites them to spend the night. During dinner, Hanabi plays with Boruto and Himawari, while Hiashi tells Naruto not to mind them, as it's a special day.

As the two are by themselves, Naruto and Hiashi discuss about Boruto. But Naruto isn't disappointed in Boruto for not awakening the Byakugan, instead he is happy that despite it not happening, Boruto tried so hard to prove it did. Hiashi asks about Himawari, with Naruto telling him she hasn't manifested the Byakugan since it first awakened. Hiashi asks Naruto to keep him updated on Boruto and Himawari. As Naruto leaves the room, Hiashi tells Naruto that he is worry about him but Naruto tells his father that he is just following his Ninja Way. Outside Hanabi talks to Boruto, being sure something has happened, otherwise he wouldn't have claimed to have awakened the Byakugan, nor sparred so seriously to prove it. However she tells him to tell her if he needs help with his eye.

While walking in the village, Boruto bumps into Sarada at night, and the two briefly discuss Kagemasa from the movies. Boruto catches a glimpse of someone possessed by the spectre, and follows him to the Academy. It's the actor who plays Kagemasa, who has put on some weight. He attacks Boruto over his comments on his physique. When he has Boruto pinned down, Sarada deflects one of his attacks. As they hide, Boruto explains the actor's been possessed by a shadow only he can see. Boruto and Sarada defeat the actor using lines from the movie and a diversion with Boruto transformed into a Fuma shuriken. Boruto watches the shadow dissipate. The next day, Boruto updates Mitsuki and Shikadai on his eye, saying he doesn't care if it's not the Byakugan, and he just has to prove that he has it.

As Boruto looks at the crowd, trying to trigger his eye, while accompanied by Shikadai and Mitsuki. They discuss how the incidents are not happening beyond the Academy. Shikadai points out that their fathers have began investigating as well, making Boruto more determined to solve the issue before Naruto. The day ends without any progress. Boruto and Shikadai are confident they'll be able to continue investigating, with Mitsuki having turned in their leave of absence in the Ninja Academy. At home, Hinata questions Boruto about skipping classes, by having to been called by the Ninja Academy staff. At the Ninja Academy, Boruto insists to Hinata and Shino he has an important duty. But Hinata thinks Boruto is trying to get Naruto's attention. Shino advises her to tell Naruto what is going on. Shino's next lesson involves workplace experience, allowing Boruto, Shikadai, and Mitsuki to go around the village while working with the postal service. The three are put under Tayori's service, who takes them all around the village, making and receiving deliveries. Boruto notices Naruto at an opening ceremony. Naruto notices Boruto as well, and approaches him. They talk briefly about what they're doing.

After Naruto leaves, Boruto has the group split up to finish their duties faster. Upon regrouping, Mitsuki informs them he heard there was an incident at Senju Park. At the park, Sai investigates the scene and collects witness statements. By the time the three arrive at the park, the scene has already been processed. Sai reports to Naruto and Shikamaru that he has found evidence of someone using research on Hashirama's cells, based on trace evidence of Wood Release use at the park, believing it to be former Root members. He believes they're harvesting chakra for military purposes. Sai and Shikamaru decide to go through Root records for clues on who it might be. Naruto goes home for a change of clothes, and talks to Hinata about seeing Boruto at the village. Naruto confesses that growing up without a father, he is unsure how to interact with Boruto. However Hinata insisted that Boruto understands the duty of the Hokage. At the post office, there have been complaints about deliveries, Tayori's superior Komame assigning them inventory duty while Tayori fixes their mistakes from the previous day. They hear on tv about another incident, at the water purification plant where their class-mates were working, and rush there.

The Ninja Academy students visit Sumire at the hospital. Wasabi and Namida thank her for saving them, but Sumire credits the Hokage for being nearby. Shino feels guilty as the work experience classes were his idea, though Chocho just tell him to learn from it. Iwabee points out the frequency of the attacks, Denki and Lee sharing their experience on how it felt. Boruto arrives, and apologizes profusely to Sumire, feeling responsible for the situation. Shikadai tries talking to Boruto, who insists that if had delivered the mail properly, they would have had the entire day to patrol, and might have seen something at the water purification plant.

Naruto arrives, and when Boruto asks him to loop him in on the investigation, Naruto drags him to another room, showing Sumire's attacker, nearly drained of all chakra. They discuss what Boruto should or shouldn't do. Shino claims responsibility for the workplace experience classes, suggesting that if treated as an adult, Boruto might be able to show them something they can't see, and that as Boruto's teacher, he knows what he can and can't do. Naruto leaves the decision with Shino. Shino doesn't give them a free pass, but as they have saved him before, he has respect for them. Boruto, Mitsuki and Shikadai go back to the post office, and are surprised when Komame tells them to deliver mail. Tayori intervened on their behalf. When looking at delivery routes, Boruto considers having shadow clones take all of them, but his own clones think it would put too much distance between them.

The three deliver mail through the village. Sumire bids Wasabi and Namida goodbye, and watches from the window as they leave with their parents. Mitsuki arrives with information on the latest attack. At the scene, Sai finds more trace evidence of Wood Release use. Sai wants to investigate possible Root involvement as soon as he can, to make sure that if Root is involved, whoever is behind it doesn't follow the same ideology as he once did. After they miss another attack, Boruto considers the possibility the ghost knows their route. To cover all the mail routes at once, Shikadai asked the help of their classmates, and to notify them if anyone finds an incident, he had Iwabee bring fireworks from his workplace experience. After they leave, Komame who just misses someone at the post office, is possessed by the ghost, and begins wrecking the post office. Boruto and the others arrive, having successfully tricked them into believing all the routes would be watched, leaving the office unattended.

Boruto prepares to fight Komame, while Mitsuki, Inojin, Chocho and Lee chase the one controlling the ghost. Komame uses the mail to attack Boruto and Shikadai from a distance, which Iwabee blocks with Earth Release. Tayori protects one of the parcels from Komame's attack, and his dedication to it weakens the ghost's hold on Komame, allowing Boruto and Iwabee to knock him out. The ghost leaves Komame, and Boruto throws an explosive tag at it as it disappears. The masked men controlling the ghost loses the others. However Mitsuki finds him, but the two don't attack each other, and Mitsuki lets him leave. Komame is taken away, and Boruto leads the others in reorganizing the post office. Something comments on the chakra being stolen being used to awaken Nue.

At night, Mitsuki discusses the incidents with someone through a white snake, mentioning a Root heirloom and a possible user. Mitsuki recalls waking up in a tank. The Ninja Academy teachers have their students run an obstacle course in groups of three. Boruto and Mitsuki help Denki when he struggles midway, at the cost of using up their time. Shino fails all students, because the few who complete the course did so by leaving their teammates behind. Konohamaru and Moegi tell the students they'll occasionally drop by for the purposes of seeing who might be under their command, and encourage them to see which formations work better. The boys discuss the recent lack of ghost incidents, and whether they should continue investigating now that they know the adults are also looking into it. Mitsuki asks Shikadai why he helped Denki, and Shikadai suggests Boruto got into him. Shino discusses the students with Moegi and Konohamaru.

Moegi expresses interest in Iwabee and Boruto. Mitsuki notices Boruto helping Iwabee with arithmetic problems. Mitsuki asks him if he feels more included because of Boruto. After class, Inojin notes to Mitsuki he's been paying a lot of attention to Boruto. Inojin explains the lengths Boruto goes to not to be seen just as the Hokage's son. Mitsuki visits Sumire alone. He asks her how she feels about Boruto, and she echos Inojin's sentiment of finding him fun. She asks if Mitsuki has any family. Sumire explains all of her family is dead, that her panicked behaviour stems from not being as skilled as her father was, but that she grew to find class funny. Mitsuki questions her feelings about whoever injured her, and she just wants it to be over. Boruto has Mitsuki come over to his home for dinner.

In Boruto's bedroom, Mitsuki questions the exact nature of how Boruto feels about Naruto, but Hinata calls them to dinner before he can answer. Naruto and Mitsuki are introduced to one another. At the Hokage's office, Shikamaru informs Naruto's clone that a chakra signature linked to the incidents has been detected, and that Sai has been dispatched to investigate. Naruto's clone disperses, and Naruto leaves dinner, causing Boruto to storm out. Naruto and Mitsuki exchange words. Boruto resents Naruto, because ever since becoming Hokage, he feels Naruto has neglected his family. Boruto explains that he is determined to never abandon those closest to him as he perceives Naruto to have done, doing something he couldn't do. This sparks a memory in Mitsuki, hearing his parent say something similar. Understanding Boruto better, Mitsuki confesses he knows who is behind the ghost incidents.

Sai investigates the hideout of Tanuki Shigaraki a missing, former Root researcher who was an avid follower of Danzō, and in charge of developing a weapon based on Hashirama's cells code-named Gozu-Tennō. Despite not finding him, Sai finds a picture of him with a little girl, and realises who the culprit is. Mitsuki reveals to Boruto that Sumire is the one behind the incidents. Shikamaru informs Naruto on Sai's discovery and current search for Sumire. He also informs Naruto complaints are being filed that the attacks continued to happen because the police force performed insufficient vetting of those involved. Kakashi arrives at the Hokage's Office, claiming responsibility for himself and Tsunade, having both determined not to expose the identities of everyone involved with Root.

Despite Mitsuki's explanation of Sumire having interacted with each victim, Boruto is not convinced of her guilt. As Mitsuki explains the goal of the attacks was to absorb chakra from its victims, a rumble comes from Senju Park. Naruto, Shikamaru, and Kakashi discuss how to proceed, and how things would have happened if they had acted differently. Kakashi tells his investigation lead to the discovery that the Gozu Tennō has been embedded into Sumire's body. Sai is determined not to let this incident be blamed on people with ties to Root. Sumire thinks back to her father's words of getting revenge for Danzō. Sai knocks Sumire down at the park, but she summons Nue before he can restrain her. Boruto and Mitsuki see the Nue from afar. Boruto wants to hear from Sumire herself. After he leaves, Mitsuki is contacted through the white snake, and is tasked with eliminating Sumire. Kakashi arrives and severs a portion of Nue's snake tail. Sai distracts Nue with an ink bird, allowing Kakashi and other shinobi to raise walls around it.

From its severed tail, several others sprout, chasing the Konoha shinobi, draining the chakra of those it can catch. Mitsuki tells Boruto that Nue will drain everyone in the village, and will only stop if the jutsu user dies. Boruto is determined to save both the village and Sumire. Mitsuki acknowledges that's an answer he would never give, and expresses interest in learning more ways in which they are different. Mitsuki covertly creates a snake clone to restrain Boruto, and leaves to kill Sumire. Boruto manages to create a clone himself and knocks out Mitsuki's. Boruto's eye activates, allowing him to track Sumire through chakra. The shinobi further limit Nue's movements with a barrier and wires.

Naruto arrives intending to finish Nue in one blow, but Kakashi warns him it'll just absorb Naruto's chakra, and possibly detonate, as Nue was designed to be a suicide strategy. Mitsuki tracks Sumire, having put a white snake on her at the hospital. Mitsuki almost has Sumire, but Boruto's arrival lets her get out of Mitsuki's hold. Sumire admits to being the culprit, having lived so far to carry out her father's revenge. Boruto stops Sumire and Mitsuki when they attack each other, and his eye lets off sparks. Nue transports itself out of the barrier to Sumire, and absorbs her to take her chakra. As it vanishes, Boruto jumps after it.

Kakashi determines Nue isn't summoned like other animals. Naruto tries sensing it with Sage Mode, to no avail. Naruto, Sai, and Kakashi discuss finding the jutsu caster, who must be in another dimension as well. Denki, Shikadai, and Inojin look for Boruto. Shikadai notices something strange in the sky. In Nue's home dimension, Boruto follows a strand of dark chakra to a tree stump, where Nue attacks him. Boruto strikes back, managing to stab Nue in the face. Boruto can suddenly see Nue's chakra network, a spot at the base of its tail standing out. Nue attacks while Boruto is confused by what he sees, but Mitsuki saves him, and tells him Nue is attacking on Sumire's orders. Boruto has Mitsuki stall Nue, and prepares many explosive tag kunai. He stabs Nue at the base of its tail, and sets up the explosive tags, causing thick ropes above to fall on Nue. Mitsuki strikes the downed Nue with Lightning Release, but Sumire blocks it with her Water Release. Boruto and Mitsuki ask her if there's any chance she'll back down willingly. Sumire is baffled at them, and explains that despite her father serving the village, after the war, he was deemed a criminal for being involved with Root. All the fear and anxiety of living in hiding made her mother die of illness. Sumire exchanges attacks with Mitsuki.

Boruto puts himself between them, telling to stop, and is injured. He is unconvinced that Sumire truly faked all her concern for her class mates since meeting her. Mitsuki is surprised by Boruto, and adds Sumire did mention wanting to end things quickly while in the hospital. Boruto sees the dark chakra's hold on her dissipating. Boruto deduces the reason why the ghost affected those who were troubled was because Sumire herself was troubled, making it easier to infect like-minded people. Sumire orders Nue to extract what's left of her chakra and blow itself up. Nue simply nudges her gently, Boruto concluding that despite being raised by Sumire to be a weapon, it sees her as its parent. Boruto tells her she doesn't have to use Nue as a weapon like her father used her. The Gozu Tenno on her back shatters, causing accumulated chakra to become unstable, and the place starts to cave in. The three rush to leave, and Nue protects them from the unstable chakra. Boruto manages to see where a rift is, and the three escape the dimension. soon after Sai arrives with Konoha shinobi. He sympathizes with Sumire, and offers to help her. She accepts. Boruto sees there is still a connection between her and Nue. The five of them jump on the coming train, as they're late for Ninja Academy.

In the weeks following the end of the Ghost incidents, Boruto wonders why his eye stop activating. Naruto, Sai, and Shikamaru stroll through the village, glad to see everything is back to normal. Sai informs them of the role the Ninja Academy students had in stopping Sumire. Shikamaru posits letting Sumire stay in the Ninja Academy might lead to problems. Shino informs his students they'll be assembled in new three person teams to see how well they fit after graduation. Sarada questions Sumire's prolonged absence. Mitsuki insists on partnering with Boruto again, but the lack a third member, as Iwabee and Denki are already partners, as are Shikadai, Chocho, and Inojin. Iwabee already asked Sarada to be on his team, Boruto considers asking Lee, and Mitsuki wishes Sumire could be on theirs. Boruto shushes him, as others don't know about Sumire's involvement in the incidents. Shino asks Iruka what will happen with Sumire, and insists he will watch over her if she returns. Boruto is surprised to see Naruto home early. They discuss Sumire.

Shino visits Sumire, and offers to set up a place outside the village where she can figure herself out. Inojin tells Shikadai and Denki his father got files on other villages' academies, and figures Sumire is being transferred. Shino has the students catch a flag again. He steps out when he receives words about Sumire. With Mitsuki's help, Boruto is able to get to the flag. Sumire returns, and is moved by everyone's reaction. Naruto sends a shadow clone to meet up with Sasuke, and hands him a scroll about the Gozu Tenno, which Sasuke attributes to Kaguya, and believes will make it easier to reach her dimension. When Naruto asks him to come to the village for a while, Sasuke asks Naruto to tell Sakura he's sorry, and leaves. Toneri divines about the coming of gods. Kinshiki informs Momoshiki about abnormalities in Kaguya's world, and Momoshiki decides to prepare for departure.

At the Ninja Academy, Denki fails at an exercise for walking on vertical surfaces. His friends offer him advice. Denki is distressed as this is the first time he hasn't been able to pass a test, and fears repeating the Ninja Academy like Iwabee, leading to awkwardness when Iwabee hears him. Denki keeps trying to climb the wall later, and is approached by Metal, who offers to help him train. Metal takes him rock climbing. However Denki loses his footing, but Rock Lee catches him when he falls. Iwabee struggles with arithmetic, despite having help from Boruto. Inojin and Shikadai conclude Denki would be a better teacher, but find it unlikely that Iwabee would consider learning from him after his earlier comment. Denki spends the day failing at climbing with Metal and Rock Lee. Iwabee receives a low test score, and notices Denki still trying to climb the wall. Iwabee offers him advice on how to climb the wall, and Denki improves.

Later, Denki asks why Iwabee helped him, despite his earlier comment. Iwabee lost all his friends when they graduated without him, and he doesn't wish that on others. Denki offers to tutor him, but Iwabee claims to be studying as well. Denki sees his low test score, and Iwabee confesses he doesn't want Denki to tutor him if it will interfere with Denki's own training. Denki reveals that meeting Boruto has changed his opinion on ninjutsu, now wanting be a shinobi just like them, and with Iwabee as well.

The two decide to help each other out. When Iwabee struggles with studying, Denki decides to have him study while infusing chakra to stick to the ceiling, as his concentration improves when doing that. On the day of the test, Denki and Iwabee come by a building on fire. Iwabee goes in when he hears a woman despairing about her children in the building. Denki figures a building like that should have a sprinkler system, and finds it unusual it's not activating. Iwabee has to block an exit so the fire won't reach him and the children, and starts working on a wire box. At the Academy, Boruto worries about the two not showing up. Worried about Iwabee, Denki climbs the side of the building and enters through a window. He finds Iwabee's Earth Release wall, just as Iwabee finishes fixing the sprinkler system. The two take the children and climb down the side of the building. Boruto asks Shino to wait for Denki and Iwabee. The two arrive late. At Shino's office they explain why they were late. Shino decides they won't take the test, as tests are used to make sure they have the skills and knowledge for when something real happens, which they just did, prioritising human lives over a test. Shino passes the two. Their friends congratulate them.

Shino teaches the students how to walk on water, even stirring the water to simulate river and ocean currents. Sarada walks home with groceries, and spots Boruto, Inojin, Shikadai, and Denki jumping off a train. They invite her to go with them teach Denki fishing, but she declines, having to prepare dinner, and criticized them for riding the top of the train. At home, Sarada prepares soup as Sakura arrives.

The following day, Sarada hands Sakura her vacation trip schedule as she finishes packing. Sakura asks if Sarada wants her to bring anything, but Sarada tells her not to waste her money. Sakura notices a teddy bear that was supposed to have been picked up for one of her patients is still there. Sarada offers to take it. At the train, Sarada gets distract reading a note from her mother, and forgets the teddy bear on the train when she gets out. Sarada is mortified at considering going through the roofs like Boruto. Shizune spots her, the two exchange words, and Sarada leaves. The boys are unsuccessful catching any fish. Sarada rushes to the next station, but has to help an old lady buy her ticket. Sarada jumps on top of the train, and is surprised to see she enjoys it.

However Shikadai spots her for a moment, and she hides from him. Shikadai informs the others what he thinks he saw. Sarada evades them, but they find her footprints. Sarada narrowly avoids them and jumps off the train. But Chocho sees her, and Sarada begs her not to tell anyone. Chocho takes her to the lost and found, where she collects a package. They discover it's not the same package, despite similar wrappings, and that the other package has already been claimed. Chocho takes her to a marketplace where they sell products from other villages, and have a woman identify the doll they have as a Takigakure doll, which they send down the river in a ceremony for their ancestors, in exchange for rare flavoured chips from Chocho. Ino takes Sakura to where she had her first date with Sasuke.

Then Chocho and Sarada arrive at where the ceremony takes place, but her package was already put in the river. They return the package they collected, and Sarada walks on the river to retrieve hers. The boys arrive to try fishing in the river, distracting Sarada, who tosses the package to Chocho and falls on the river. She emerges where the boys are fishing, and claims to have gone for a swim, intimidating them. Sarada delivers the teddy bear and goes out to eat with Chocho. When Sakura gets home, Sarada offers her soup.

As Boruto looks after a bedridden Himawari while Hinata goes pick up her medicine. Boruto recalls a previous occasion Himawari had a rough time, and recalls when Naruto became Hokage. Naruto had arrived drunk late from celebrating with his friends the night before his inauguration. The next morning, Boruto jumps on him to wake him up when Himawari is unable to do it. Hinata has to pick up Naruto's formal wear, as the seamstress still isn't done with it, having made the formal attire of every previous Hokage. At the inauguration venue, Kakashi is relieved to pass on the mantle of Hokage. Hinata arrives, but Naruto hasn't, so she goes back home to check on him. At home, Boruto and Himawari fight over a teddy bear, and end up tearing it apart. Himawari awakens the Byakugan, and moves in to attack Boruto, but Naruto puts himself between them, getting himself knocked out. At the inauguration, Kakashi and Shikamaru have Konohamaru transform into Naruto to get the event underway. Hinata finds Naruto unconscious at home with his tenketsu closed, and wonders who might have done it. Upstairs, Himawari found him hidden in a closet.

Boruto resents Naruto for spending little time at home ever since becoming Hokage, but he arrives wanting to see Himawari. Boruto notices his Hokage cloak is inside out, and is secretly glad Naruto came home. However Boruto and Naruto fight over what Himawari should eat, and upon seeing this Hinata puts them both outside. Naruto invites Boruto to eat with him, and takes him to Ramen Ichiraku. Ayame greets them. Naruto asks about Boruto's time at the Ninja Academy. Naruto is secretly happy that Boruto is making friends. But Boruto secretly admits he blames Naruto for not letting him be exactly like him at school. As the two eat ramen, Naruto sees that Boruto like a movie character, but when Naruto tells Boruto that Hinata eats ramen as well he doesn't believe it and thinks that Naruto is lying. Upon seeing news about an upcoming Five Kage meeting, Boruto asks if Naruto is going to be busy again. Naruto tells him not to worry. Then Choji and Chocho arrive for an eating competition, and Boruto envies their rapport. The Akimichi fail to break Hinata's record. When the Uzumaki family are paying for the check, Ayame is shock that Boruto never knew about Hinata being the number 1 champion of having the best ramen eating record. She and Naruto even show Boruto a picture of Hinata's record as proof, which finally shocks Boruto since he believed that Naruto was lying about Hinata eating ramen. At home, Hinata sees a picture of Naruto's inauguration and recalls the end of that day, discussing Himawari's Byakugan and Naruto's new dreams with him. She admits that Naruto likes to complete one goal after another.

As Sarada watches Boruto vandalizing the Hokage Monument from afar. Many of her classmates train with their fathers. Naruto pursues Boruto through the village, and Sarada misinforms him when Boruto asks her not to give away his location. After Naruto leaves, Sarada deduces Boruto wants to get his father's attention, which Boruto lies to her about. Shikamaru paralyses Boruto with his shadow, and chastises him for keeping Naruto busy, even if it's just a shadow clone. Shikamaru considers Boruto and Naruto to be very much alike, much to Boruto's dismay. He has Shikadai call Naruto's shadow clone. Afterwards Sarada eats with Chocho, and questions the value and purpose of being a ninja with the upcoming graduation exams. Chocho has to train with her father, despite not wanting to. Choji embarrasses Chocho when he calls for her. Chocho doesn't think she is like her father, and asks Sarada if she is like hers. However Sarada tells her she has never met her father.

At home, Sarada sees a picture of her father, and her vision gets blurry. At dinner, Sarada questions Sakura about Sasuke, and gets irritated when Sakura can't give her concrete answers. Due to this, Sarada researches her clan. Sarada presses Sakura for more substantial information, even asking if she's really married to Sasuke. Sakura raises her voice and slams the ground, scaring Sarada. Sakura apologises, and assures her she and Sasuke are connected. Sakura's punch causes their house to collapse, and Sakura faints. Therefore Shizune takes her to the hospital. Sarada goes through the remains of their house for family pictures, and discovers that a picture of Sasuke is actually a picture of Taka, and wonders who the woman with glasses is. At the hospital, Sarada asks Shizune about her birth, as there are no records of it in any hospital in the village. At a diner, Chocho tells Sarada she doesn't think Choji and Karui are her real parents. Mitsuki dismisses her concerns.After Mitsuki leaves, Chocho asks Sarada to go on a journey to find her real parents, inspiring Sarada to find Sasuke and ask him herself. Elsewhere, Sasuke appears from a portal, and is attacked by a hooded man.

Sasuke clashes with the hooded figure, who attacks him with a kusarigama. Sasuke blocks it with his sword, and channels Chidori through his sword and figure's weapon, knocking them down. His assailant is a small pale boy with the Sharingan, and wearing the Uchiha crest who flees. Sarada rushes to the Hokage's office, intending to ask him where her father is. Naruto receives a message from Sasuke's hawk about the boy with the Sharingan. Naruto consults Kakashi, who surmises he might be related to a particular person. The boy meets with a hooded man, who asks him about Sasuke, intending to kill him for having to kill Itachi. As she arrives at Naruto's office, Sarada overhears him saying he'll meet Sasuke personally.

Chocho meets Sarada by the gates. While Naruto asks Shikamaru to tell Boruto he's sorry, and sets off. Boruto arrives moments later with lunch. Sarada offers to take the lunch to Naruto, and takes off with Chocho. The two are watched with a Sharigan-wielding creature. The boy Shin is commanded to abduct Sarada. Shin accosts Chocho and Sarada, and begins fighting them. Naruto intervenes as Shin attacks Chocho. Shin reveals a Mangekyo Sharingan, prompting Naruto to enter Six Paths Sage Mode. Shin tries a sneak attack with remotely controlled weapons, which Naruto blocks with chakra arms. Shin dodges Naruto's chakra arms, and is told to retreat by a Sharingan creature. Chocho briefly considers the possibility of Naruto being her father. But Naruto thinks it'll be safer for them to go with him. Sarada therefore delivers his lunch. Naruto describes Sasuke to Sarada, and compares her to both her parents. Sarada rushes to the Ridge Tower where they're supposed to meet Sasuke, the prospect of finally meeting him awakening her Sharingan. When Sasuke sees her, he draws his sword, asking if she's with Shin.

Shizune informs Sakura that Sarada went after Naruto to meet Sasuke, with a photo of Taka having to sparked her interest. Sakura had hoped that Sarada would not get caught up in Sasuke's conflicts. Sasuke reaches for Sarada, who calls him out as her father, stunning him. Soon after Naruto arrives with Chocho. Sasuke asks him why he brought children with him. Chocho wonders if Sasuke is the father she remembers. Sarada tells Sasuke she learned Naruto was meeting him, so she followed him to ask Sasuke if Sakura is her real mother. Sakura and Shizune discuss about Sarada, and how certain things about her father were kept from her, like him being an enemy of Konoha at one time. Shizune thinks Sakura should have more faith in Sarada. Sarada calls Sasuke out on never being around, and asks him about the woman with glasses in the photo. His unwillingness to give informative answers causes her to storm out. Sasuke and Naruto recall when Sasuke left the village to search for threats related to Kaguya, knowledge of which was deemed top secret. Shin's father proclaims the revival of Akatsuki to Shin and several Shin copies.

Chocho offers Sasuke chips to share with Sarada, however Sasuke detects something. Shin and his father attack Naruto and Sarada, Naruto parrying their attack. Sasuke deflects the weapons Shin's father guides his way, and holds Sasuke's sword to let Shin attack him. Sasuke switches places with Shin, and attacks them both with Fire Release. Shin's father defends himself putting Shin between himself and the fire. Shin's father also introduces himself as Shin Uchiha. Shin remotely controls Sasuke's sword, using it to stab Naruto. Naruto's chakra cloak dissipates, allowing Shin to attack with his weapons again. Sasuke blocks them with his own body when Sarada is targeted. Shin moves in to take Sasuke's Sharingan, but is punched by Sakura. Naruto restrains both Shins with chakra arms. Shin's creature teleports both Shins away, and tries to take Sarada, but Sakura pushes her out of the way, and is teleported in her place. Soon after Sakura finds herself surrounded by other Shin in their base.

While Naruto is unable to sense Sakura or their enemies, concluding they're either too far away or hidden inside a barrier. Sakura offers Shin to treat his injured child, but Shin reveals they're all clones cultivated from his teeth and nervous tissue, revealing himself as a former follower of Orochimaru. Shin controls his weapons and opens up the injured clone, killing him. Naruto considers the possibility of Shin being involved with Orochimaru, recalling his conversation with Kakashi. Sasuke agrees, remarking Shin's Sharingan-embedded arm as Orochimaru's work. However, Naruto is sceptical Shin took Sakura to Orochimaru, as he is under surveillance by Konoha shinobi. Sasuke nonetheless thinks they should meet Orochimaru to learn more about Shin. Sarada is disheartened by Sasuke's lack of concern about Sakura, and he tells her that if she intends to be a shinobi, she shouldn't let personal feelings affect her missions.

Chocho tries to lighten the mood by offering them chips. Naruto suggests they take the children with them, as Shin also went after Sarada, and whispers to her she might meet the people from the photo with Orochimaru. Shin tells Sakura about his approach to life, death and evolution, denouncing peace as something that keeps shinobi from growing stronger and developing new ninjutsu. Shin credits the Akatsuki for creating conflict that made shinobi stronger. Shin finishes transplanting organs from his deceased clone to himself. As Naruto greets Yamato outside Orochimaru's hideout. Sasuke leads them inside, where they come across Jugo and Suigetsu, who Sarada recognizes from the photo. Orochimaru also joins them. Sasuke asks about his relation to Shin. Orochimaru takes them to another room, and talks about Shin's background as a former test subject and his goals. Sarada pulls Suigetsu aside and asks him about the woman in the photo. She has him run a DNA test, using an umbilical cord from Karin's belongings. The test is a match. Naruto overhears them, and chastises Suigetsu for messing things up. He tries calming Sarada, but she snaps when he mentions rescuing Sakura, denouncing any ties with her. He notices her Sharingan and hands her a mirror, so she sees it herself. Sarada's claim he doesn't know her situation causes him to remember his own bonds. Naruto asks her if she has any feelings for Sakura, and she realizes she does want to rescue her. They join the others outside. Orochimaru brings up the possibility Sakura is dead, but Sasuke tells him his wife isn't weak. Shin tells Sakura that Sasuke doesn't deserve to carry on the Uchiha name, and intends to kill him and take his Sharingan. Sasuke takes Naruto, Sarada, and Chocho on his Susanoo, having learned of Shin's location from Orochimaru.

Sasuke flies Naruto, Sarada, and Chocho in his Susanoo. Sarada ponders about her parents' relationship. Naruto places his hand on her shoulder, and she decides she can think about it after her mother is rescued. Sasuke says they're near their destination, and asks Naruto to sense if Sakura and the enemy are there. Shin claims to be one who will carry out Itachi's wishes and the Uchiha name by reviving the Akatsuki and creating conflict again, as he fashions his many blades into an arm. Sakura is unimpressed, and punches the ground, destroying much of the room. As Sasuke and the others arrive at the hideout, they're attacked by a group of Shin clones. Sarada goes ahead inside, with Sasuke following her. Naruto stays behind fighting clones and protecting Chocho.

Sakura fights Shin inside the hideout. Sarada triggers a trap on her way inside, which Sasuke incinerates. Shin aims a shuriken at Sakura, but Sasuke blocks it with his Susanoo. Sasuke intends to take Shin back to Konoha for interrogation. A Shin clone stands between Shin and Sasuke, and Sasuke is prepared to cut through him. Sarada asks him not to, but Shin stabs Sasuke through the Shin clone. Sakura runs towards Sarada, and Sasuke switches places with her, allowing Sakura to land a hit on Shin. The clones that are fighting Naruto retreat, therefore Naruto and Chocho go inside. Shin wants to use the clones as a distraction to escape, but they turn on him, claiming they will evolve in his place, as he has become weak.

Many more clones appear, some of them with different sizes. Shin tries to have his creature warp him and Sakura away, but Sarada intervenes, killing the creature. A Shin clone tries stabbing Naruto, who blocks it, and gives the clones a glimpse of Kurama, terrifying them. Meanwhile the original Shin is dead. Naruto decides that as children, the clones should be taught right from wrong. Chocho compliments Sarada's strength. Sarada asks Sasuke if his feelings really connect with Sakura, and he points out they are because he and Sakura had her. The clones are taken to live in the Konoha Orphanage under Kabuto's care, who wants each of them to have their own identity. While walking to the front gate, Chocho laments not finding her real father, but as they return she catches a glimpse of a slimmed down Choji, and is surprised by it, and asks to learn the form from him. Sarada also try's to make sure Ino doesn't go near Sasuke as she happily laughs after doing this to a confuse Ino. At Orochimaru's hideout, Karin berates Suigetsu for confusing Sarada, explaining the umbilical cord he tested was Sarada's, and that she delivered her when Sakura went in labor. As the Uchiha family happily eat dinner, Sarada apologized for the misunderstanding. While Sasuke says she gets her thinking habit from him. The next morning Sasuke leaves again, this time on better terms with Sarada. At school, Boruto thanks Sarads for giving Naruto his lunch. Sarada happily tells Boruto that thanks to her little adventure she wants to become the Hokage, upon hearing this Boruto angrily doesn't say anything.

Naruto kindly watches a damaged tree, explaining to Shikamaru it's the only one left from an attack. Shikamaru asks if everything is ready for the Five Kage Summit, which Naruto confirms. At the Ninja Academy, Iwabee and Metal spar while discussing which Kage is the strongest, by knocking Shino out accidentally. Boruto and Shikadai talk about the summit as a family matter, which to Inojin's amusement. However Sarada impresses her classmates with her shurikenjutsu, and announces her goal of becoming Hokage. But Boruto questions her change of heart, recalling her recent ridiculing of shinobi. Sarada deflects, trying to belittle Boruto. As they argue, Mitsuki voices his opinion that the two would make a nice couple, much to their embarrassment. Ironically Chocho almost reveals that Sarada awakened the Sharingan, but Sarada stops her. Afterwards Boruto unsuccessfully tries recruiting Shikadai and Inojin to graffiti the Hokage Monument during the summit. Sarada tells Chocho that her mother warned her about the Sharingan, and Sarada herself wants to learn how to use it well enough before revealing it.

At a diner, Iwabee and Metal continue discussing the Five Kage as they watch their arrival on tv. Sakura struggles with unboxing after moving but is surprised when Sarada has their new family photo in her bag. In public, Boruto watches his father's speech. In the forest Chocho helps Sarada train. Sarada copied Boruto's shadow clone, and uses it against Chocho, but passes out from not having enough chakra. As Sarada is in the air Konohamaru catches her as she falls. She asks him about the Sharingan, and he tells her what he knows. He learns she wants to be Hokage, and says they're rivals on that. In a closed meeting, Naruto informs the other Kage on recent events, and the presence of other dimensions in them. He tells them that Kaguya created White Zetsu before the war, in preparation for a great enemy. The other Kage worry about when the next enemy will come, while being concerned about the lack of fighting skill in the next generation. Gaara says that has always been a concern, and that new generations rise up. As Sarada admires the Hokage Monument by seeing an empty spot next to Naruto's face, she fights Boruto when she finds him on his way to vandalize the Hokage Monument. Naruto says the current generation can depend on their friends to fight, and hone their skills. Sarada and Boruto spar, with Sarada impressing Boruto. However he still vandalized the rocks, causing Naruto to be notified by Moegi, upon seeing his face having idiot written on it. Naruto starts getting exasperated which Sarada scolds Boruto.

The Land of Fire daimyo, Madoka Ikkyu, issues a statement regarding state of affairs with the Land of Waves. Iruka and Anko watch it on the news, being disconcerted with his position, and muse how good Konoha has it. Naruto is with them, by having come to the Ninja Academy, and announced he has reached an agreement with the Land of Water, allowing for field trips there. Boruto interrupts their discussions with a poor rendition of Wind Release jutsu. Boruto tries talking around the issue. Due to this Boruto and Naruto get into an argument. Shino announces the development to his class. The students discuss the possibilities. Shino asks for a class leader to represent them, and Sarada volunteers Boruto, who is hanging upside down and gagged over his earlier prank. Other students support her, and due to being gagged, Boruto is unable to voice his dissent.

While talking about it after class, Iwabee reminds them of Kirigakure's past as the "Bloody Mist". Hinata helps Boruto pack for the trip. Shino and Anko take the class by train and by boat. During the trip to the Mist Village, Boruto and Sarada fight. Iwabee remains gloomy during the trip. At night, Boruto asks Mitsuki about his Wind Release, Kirigakure comes into sight. They arrive in the morning, and are surprised at how urban it looks. The group is welcomed by their guide, Karatachi Kagura, an aide to the Mizukage. Many of the girls swoon over him. Kagura greets Boruto, and shows them around. Kagura and Boruto bond over their shared interest on Kagemasa. Iwabee remains gloomy as well as skeptical about Kirigakure's current state when talking to Boruto and Denki. However Boruto bumps into someone. Iwabee and the guy's attitude about it cause him and Boruto to begin fighting, but Shizuma intervenes. He's impressed with the Konoha kids for standing up to Hassaku. The two leave, and as they do, a thick mist covers the village.

As Kagura escorts the group, Boruto tells Iwabee not to wander off and pick fights again. Kagura points out some villagers don't like outsiders. He introduces them to Mei, the previous Mizukage, and lists her previous efforts during the war and in beginning Kirigakure's expansion. The two lead them to the Mizukage's office, where they meet Chojuro. Boruto is bored as Chojuro makes a lengthy speech about cooperation. Sarada discreetly calls him out on it, but Chōjūrō does concede long speeches are boring. As the group leaves, Chojuro asks if Kagura will give something another try, wanting to groom Kagura for something in the future. Kagura politely declines, and hurries along to the group. Mitsuki tells the group what he knows about Kagura, and when Boruto is unfamiliar with the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, Shikadai tells him about them. Kagura takes them to visit Kirigakure's Academy, where students practice kenjutsu on water. Chojuro invites Boruto to spar, and has Kagura be his partner. Boruto takes his time making a first move, unable to find an opening.

Despite making a feint with the water, Boruto loses when Kagura disarms him. Iwabee can't watch and leave, and Kagura is distraught by having to fight, but composes himself. Boruto asks hims about it, but Kagura changes the subject when students talk about the possibility of him becoming Mizukage. He then takes them to visit the beaches. Kagura talks to Boruto and Sarada how Chojuro improved the quality of life in Kirigakure. At the end of the day, Kagura takes them to a memorial for those who died during the era of the Bloody Mist. Iwabee reveals his grandfather was killed by the Fourth Mizukage, who had the same last name as Kagura. Iwabee is irritated by Kagura apologizing for something that happened when he wasn't there. Some Kirigakure villagers who dislike outsiders come by, led by Hachiya, and tensions rise as they talk down to Kagura. They also disrespect Boruto on account of being an Uzumaki. Hachiya tries stabbing them, but is stopped by Kagura. Iwabee attacks him with an earth spear, but they escape. Kagura is unconcerned with the wound in his hand, and Sumire tends to his injury. Hachiya and his group report to Shizuma, who orders them to engage the outsiders again, and expresses interest in Kagura's response. Later, Denki wanders off at night after buying vintage electronics, and is kidnapped. A message is delivered to Boruto, telling him where to go to find Denki. Denki learns from his kidnappers that he's bait for Boruto, who they have to defeat to save their reputation.

As the kidnapping note fades. Kagura tells them about Hachiya Tsurushi, a genin from his class who dislikes the current state of Kirigakure. Kagura wants to inform Chojuro, but Boruto doesn't want the field trip to be cancelled, so he and the others convince Kagura to handle the situation himself with their help. The two groups meet, and fighting ensues. Tsurushi erects a barrier to ensure no one outside notice the fight and interfere. Boruto and his friends make short work of Tsurushi's group. Tsurushi dares Kagura to draw his blade, revealing he has killed while in the Academy, and exposing him as the Fourth Mizukage's grandson. Tsuruchi trips Kagura with wire, distracting Boruto, who himself gets lifted by the neck by another of Tsurushi's friends. He frees himself with a failed attempt at Mitsuki's Wind Release technique. Kagura meanwhile deals with Tsurushi, despite using a wooden sword against his metal one. The mist barrier clears. Hachiya's group retreats, and Boruto's gets Denki back. Back at the hotel, Kagura confirms he is Yagura's grandson, and that since killing students when he was in the Academy, he has struggled being in control when wielding a sword.

Elsewhere, Shino, Anko, and Mei discuss a treaty between the Lands of Fire, Water, Waves, and Sea. Mei uses chakra control to handle her alcohol. Kirigakure wants the Land of Water to sign the treaty, but the Land of Water doesn't, counting on the instability to amass influence, and fearful that the Lands of Waves and Sea continued expansion will endanger them. If conflict ensues, the Land of Fire will also have to get involved. Boruto invites Kagura to play cards with them. Kagura gets into it, and realizes they invited him to get his mind off the earlier talk about him and his grandfather, for which he is thankful. Kagura tells them about his struggle with himself, of having to killed his friends at the Academy, and feeling guilt for Yagura's sins. The others try talking him out of it. But Kagura wins a match. Sarada comes in, telling Boruto he has to do a roll call. Boruto before leaving gives Kagura the card game they were playing. Kagura asks Chojuro to take a test to claim Hiramekarei. Tsurushi reports the meeting to Shizuma, who despite claiming it to be fine, seemingly kills the former.

Kagura thinks how meeting Boruto has changed him and asks Chojuro for a test to claim Hiramekarei. Chojuro is glad, and allows Kagura to retrieve the sword from storage. Suigetsu watches the storage building from afar. Kagura practises with Hiramekarei, and calls Boruto to thank him for helping make his mind up. The two are suddenly caught in water prisons by Shizuma. Shizuma plans to end Kirigakure's period of reconciliation and start a war by killing the Hokage's son. Shizuma claims Chojuro and Mei are simply getting rid of people who don't agree with their policies, and tries winning Kagura to his side by pointing out how he has suffered in the past. Kagura thinks back to when Shizuma stopped him from killing someone in the Academy, how he was shunned, and how Shizuma said at the time there was nothing wrong with him being a shinobi from the Bloody Mist.

Kagura continues denying Shizuma, who claims Chojuro is secretly ruthless, assassinating dissenters, and erasing both their family names from memorials. Shizuma says Kagura belongs with him, showing the scar Kagura gave him long ago. Boruto begins fighting Shizuma, who at first deflects his shuriken with his sword, but is forced to dodge when Boruto begins electrifying them. Shizuma has Buntan deflect instead flowing Lightning Release through her own sword. Shizuma introduces his other allies, considering it a show of respect before killing Boruto. Boruto uses Wind Release increase his speed, slipping past Shizuma's allies to stab him with lightning-infused kunai, but Shizuma counters him with Water Release. Kagura helps Boruto up, and is shocked that Shizuma wants him to be the seventh member of his Bloody Mist swordsmen.

Ichirota points out how killing Boruto would end any talk of peace treaties and plunge the surround region in war. Kagura draws Hiramekarei, and questions Shizuma, who confirms he intends to make a just future, and tells Boruto to leave. Hassaku thinks Kagura is being naive, but Shizuma tells him that he has asked instead of fighting them, and that they would be the ones cut down if Kagura fought seriously. Shizuma tells Boruto to inform his father that war has begun, and leaves with his allies and Kagura, who goes willingly. Boruto passes out and wakes up to Sarada tending his injuries. Sarada tells Boruto she was able to find him because Tsurushi, who left Shizuma after being beat up, told her where to find him. Sarada tended to his wounds as well. Suigetsu watches as Shizuma's group heads to the storage where the shinobi words are, and slips away before Mitsuki catches him there. Tsurushi tells Boruto and Sarada that Shizuma is using Kagura's guilt of hurting him in the past to manipulate him. Boruto is determined not to let the situation escalate. Kagura opens the swords' vault to Shizuma and the others.

Shizuma's swordsmen collect the remaining swords from the vault, triggering the activation of several security puppets, which they destroy with the swords. Kagura questions Shizuma's belief of being able to pull off a revolution just by having acquired the swords, and Shizuma reveals he has backers connected to the Land of Water's daimyo who disagree with Chojuro's moderate administration. After the revolution is done, Shizuma plans to install Kagura as Mizukage, so Yagura's blood rules over Kirigakure again, as a place that accepts him. Chojuro and Mei examine their message left over the vault. Chojuro deduces Shizuma coaxed Kagura into giving the key to the vault. Chojuro decides to impose gag order on the situation, and should they attack villagers, have them executed.

Boruto and Sarada reach Chōjūrō and Mei, and Boruto tells him Kagura went along with the plan so he'd be spared. Chojuro states that as a shinobi, Kagura knows the consequences of breaking the rules. Boruto suggests they downplay to an incident between kids who don't know better, and when Mei expresses disagreement, he implies he'll play up the injury he sustained against Shizuma's group to stir a diplomatic incident. Chojuro agrees to let them handle it, on the condition he accompanies them, and that they resolve the situation within a time limit. Shizuma and Buntan think fondly of the upcoming conflict. Kagura dreads what he might have to do should Boruto interfere. Iwabee goes for a walk after he and Denki notice Boruto's absence during the day. Boruto and Sarada ask Denki to come up with an excuse should they be absent during roll call.

Shikadai and Inojin find this sketchy, and decide not to ignore it. Iwabee presses on Tsurushi for information. Mitsuki tells Suigetsu he knows he's been followed. Suigetsu passes on instructions for Mitsuki not to get further involved, so Kirigakure doesn't learn the connection between them. Suigetsu dislikes having to stay hidden after being away from home for so long, and decries the new group calling themselves swordsmen despite having no war experience. Mitsuki decides to do as he pleases. Shikadai and Inojin watch the exchange, but are discovered by Suigetsu. The situation gives Mitsuki an idea to deal with Shizuma, and Suigetsu hands him a scroll. Shizuma's swordsmen try destroying the memorial, but are interrupted by Boruto, Sarada and Chojuro. Shizuma intends to kill Chojuro, and puts up a barrier, the same as Tsurushi's but better. Hebiichigo halts Chojuro's movements with wire. Ichirōta breaks the ground below Sarada with Shibuki. Buntan goes after Sarada. Hassaku and Hebiichigo voice their grievances to Chojuro, who accepts some of their criticism, and also discuss Kagura. The two and Kyoho attack him. Ichirota is concerned the others will play for too long, allowing reinforcements to arrive. Kagura approaches Boruto.

Boruto sees Kagura approaching him, Hiramekarei in hand. Buntan attacks Sarada with lightning from Kiba. Sarada blocks her attack and activates her Sharingan. Buntan continues throwing Lightning Balls at Sarada, who dodges them. Buntan comments on getting to face the Sharingan, and lures Sarada into a trap. Kyoho misses his attack, Chojuro goads Hassaku into attacking him, using the attack to cut some of the wires holding him in place, allowing him to grab his own sword and cut the rest. Ichirota watches it and comments from afar. Sarada blocks another of Buntan's attacks, and causes her to retreat to avoid genjutsu. Buntan remotely controls Kiba to attack Sarada. As she dodges the swords, Sarada notices water around. Creating a Lightning Fish, Buntan limits Sarada's mobility to small rocks in the water, and continues attacking from a distance, so Sarada can't read her hand seals.

Boruto tries talking Kagura down from fighting. Chojuro fights Hassaku, Kyoho, and Hebiichigo. Buntan finally manages to cause Sarada to fall pray to her Lightning Fish, but it turns out to be a shadow clone. Buntan tells Sarada about how her father died by Naruto's hand without knowing of her existence. Sarada charges ahead, and with Buntan in sight, starts countering her with her own copied Lightning Release. Buntan uses Kiba to cover herself in Lightning Release, and throws Sarada into the water, on the path of her Lightning Fish. Shizuma moves in to kill Boruto himself, but Kagura steps forward to do it. Buntan and Sarada clash, and Buntan recalls her unhappy childhood. Chojuro defeats Hebiichigo and Hassaku, causing Kyoho to surrender. Ichirota prepares to attack Chojuro from afar, but is interrupted by Iwabee, who manages to cut him down. Ichirota explodes Shibuki trying to take him down. Sarada notices Buntan's fish causes bubbles as it swims. Buntan decapitates Sarada, only for it to be genjutsu, which Sarada used since she got close enough to copy her jutsu. Sarada also points out that all during their fight, her fish has been electrolysing the water, building up hydrogen gas in the area. Sarada detonates it with an explosive tag, defeating Buntan, before passing out from exhaustion. Kagura continues attacking Boruto, claiming how they grew up was completely different.

Kagura tells Boruto he'd never understand his upbringing. Kagura seemingly bisects Boruto, but it's only a shadow clone. Kagura continues to attack Boruto, with Shizuma's approval, who also tells him to use more of Hiramekarei's power. Boruto reminds Kagura what he said about being the only one who decides how he lives, and Kagura tells he's there because Shizuma acknowledged him. Boruto is unconvinced, not believing Kagura over his expression. Boruto feints with three clones and distracts Kagura using his jacket, landing a hit. Boruto continues to dodge and block Kagura's attacks. Shizuma interrupts their fight, and begins swaying Kagura again. Boruto argues that Chōjūrō wouldn't have given him Hiramekarei if he thought he was what Shizuma claims he is. Shizuma claims Chōjūrō has secretly assassinated all those opposing him, and that he'll create a truly just future by hiding nothing and exposing everything. Mitsuki arrives and shows the scroll Suigetsu gave him, with intel revealing his high echelon associates that have secretly been dealing with the Land of Waves confessed to having their opponents assassinated. Shizuma is unconcerned about it, just wanting the return of the Bloody Mist regardless. Shizuma didn't expect Kagura to follow him so far along his plans.

When Mitsuki asks him, Shizuma wants war because he finds it funny. Using his own blood and Samehada, Shizuma turns the mist around them red. Mitsuki and Boruto attack Shizuma. They push Shizuma back a bit, before Shizuma absorbs Mitsuki's Wind Release with Samehada, causing its scales to rip through the bandages. Samehada is also absorbing their chakra from their wounds through the red mist. Boruto attacks with clones, and Mitsuki manages to get close enough to cut Shizuma's throat, but it's only a water clone. The real Shizuma pins Mitsuki down with water spikes, but manages to avoid a fatal hit with Wind Release. Mitsuki is exhausted, and Shizuma turns his attention to Boruto. Shizuma finds it a waste that Kagura won't kill Boruto. Mitsuki draws Samehada's attention with a shadow clone, while Boruto and his own clones propel him forward with Wind Release, landing a powerful hit. Shizuma comes at Boruto with a water sword, which Kagura blocks, asking Shizuma to stop. Shizuma reconnects with Samehada, which begins absorbing him. Chojuro arrives after evacuating the others and explains Samehada's nature, saying it claimed Shizuma over his inexperience. Chojuro wants to finish him with Hiramekarei, but allows Kagura to use it. Kagura notes how much chakra Samehada absorbs. Boruto tells him he doesn't need to do everything alone. Each wielding half of Hiramekarei, they manage to separate Shizuma from Samehada, ending the fight. Iwabee arrives with Tsurushi, who is carrying Sarada, and warn Boruto they'll be late for roll call. Iwabee carries Boruto, and the Konoha students depart. The red mist dissipates.

Boruto's class bids Kirigakure farewell. Chocho arrives late over having brought along numerous souvenirs. Boruto notices Kagura's absence. Kagura watches the ship depart from afar. Boruto returns home, and is confused by Himawari's sullen attitude as he recounts the excursion. At the Ninja Academy, Boruto, Sarada, and Iwabee are called to Iruka's office. Chojuro sent the Academy a notice praising the three for their actions, but the three are given detention. Suigetsu reports the events of Kirigakure to Orochimaru. Orochimaru implies to have facilitated the conflicts, in order to make moving around easier. Suigetsu reports Shizuma and his accomplices have been silently arrested, and put in rehabilitation facilities. Orochimaru comments on how Boruto managed to acquire evidence against Shizuma, to Suigetsu's discomfort. While Kagura tries overcoming his fear of wielding swords.

Boruto asks Hinata about Himawari's attitude, and is shocked when she reminds him he promised Himawari souvenirs from his trip. Boruto tries confessing to Himawari he forgot it, but can't bring himself to it, so he lies and says he got her sweets that got mixed up with a friend's luggage. Boruto tries getting some from his classmates, but they've already eaten them. Mitsuki and Sarada find Boruto after he asked his friends, and Sarada tells him about the alley Chocho showed her. Boruto finds the store that has the sweets, but can't convince the shopkeeper to sell them to him. When he finds that the shopkeeper plays Shinobi Bout, they bet on it. Mitsuki points out to Boruto he can see the shopkeeper's cards on a reflection. Instead of cheating, he points it out to the shopkeeper, and asks to reshuffle. The shopkeeper asks them to leave, and gives Boruto the sweets. On his way home, Boruto comes across Tayori, who delivers a letter to him from Kagura, where he apologizes to Boruto. Boruto gets home, gives Himawari her sweets, and confesses to having forgotten to buy them in the trip.

In preparation for the Ninja Academy graduation exams, Inojin decides to start making photocopies of his drawings in advance, instead of drawing them in battle, much to Sai's concern. Chocho and Shikadai spar against Choji. Inojin tries using the copies he made in advance, but they crumble before landing an attack. Inojin tries using his own drawing, but it crumbles the same way, leaving him concerned he's no longer able to use the jutsu. At the end of the day, Sai explains to him the jutsu failed because of the copies, but refuses to elaborate further, and suggests Inojin enter an art competition. Inojin deduces Sai knows why his jutsu is failing, but Sai is certain him just telling Inojin the reason won't fix it. Inojin is shocked when Himawari wins the contest, with a drawing Inojin deems inferior. He thinks she won because she's the Hokage's daughter. Sai is concerned Inojin won't be able to use Super Beast Imitating Drawing anymore, and suggests him look at how he and Himawari's drawings differ.

Inojin tries, but is unable to come up with anything that would explain why his jutsu is failing. Sai goes to the Academy as a guest lecturer, as during missions shinobi are likely to need drawing maps and sketching persons of interest. Sai has the students sketch Chocho. Inojin is perplexed why Sai considers Boruto might be able to use Super Beast Imitating Drawing based on his drawing, which Inojin deems awful. Inojin tries performing the jutsu, but his drawings collapse quickly, and even struggle to leave the paper. Chocho comments on how unusual it is for Inojin to get worked up like that, but Inojin shrugs it off, saying he'll just focus on his mother's jutsu from now on instead. During class, Inojin, Chocho, and Shikadai face against Metal Lee, Denki, and Iwabee. Inojin takes over Iwabee's body briefly, but his lack of practice allows Iwabee to break free, allowing his team to counterattack. Chocho hands Inojin his drawing supplies, but his hesitation leaves him open to Lee's attack. Shino declares Iwabee's team the winner. At home Sai and Ino discuss about Inojin.

Sai has Himawari teach his art lesson. She gets interested when she learns of Inojin's jutsu, but Inojin draws nothing. At home, Inojin begins gathering his drawing supplies to throw them away. Ino questions his decision, and he finds one of his first drawings from when he was little. Inojin asks Himawari to teach him, but she has no idea what to do. When Inojin's jutsu fails again, it blows Himawari's drawing away. They chase after it, but it flies above the water. Inojin realizes that the difference between his recent drawings and Himawari's is that hers have emotion put into it. Inojin is able to animate his drawing and saves Himawari's. At her request, Inojin animates her drawing. Inojin shows his parent his recovery, and Sai shows him his favorite drawing from Inojin, their family together. The next day, Inojin is sorry that Himawari's drawings disappeared from the paper after his jutsu, but she is unconcerned, by deciding she'll just draw another and make her father even happier.

Boruto finds his classmates are generally concerned with upcoming graduation exams, leaving them no time to hang out. Boruto finds Shikadai, Inojin, and Chocho, who are exhausted from training. He tries starting a conversation, but the three just discuss their training. Mitsuki wonders why Boruto is acting like that, and points out a thinner Gongoro Kamakura, Kagemasa's actor, on the tv, speaking about eating a famous carp, so good it's said one never forgets its taste. Boruto proposes they eat it as well. Boruto invites other classmates. Shikadai asks Boruto about his commitment over camping for the carp, something he'd usually find tedious. Boruto confides that he wants them all to do something together before going their separate ways after graduation. At home, Sakura notices Sarada's lack of excitement over going camping, and her complaints about Boruto remind her of her own complaints about Naruto during their Ninja Academy days.

Boruto and his classmates set up at the camping site. They go fishing for the carp, but fail to catch anything. One of the caretakers says the rains have caused the carps to hide in the rocks, making them that much harder to catch. Boruto almost fishes one, but reels in too hard, causing the line to break. At night, they eat curry. Boruto goes fishing again, Sarada and Sumire follow him. Boruto and Sarada end up arguing. Sumire finds it amusing, and thanks Boruto for helping her change. The carp catches on Boruto's line, and starts pulling him in. Sarada helps Boruto pull the carp, and Sumire summons Nue, using its chakra to strengthen the line so it won't break. Their classmates arrive, each using their ninjutsu to help reel the carp in. They all eat the carp, and Sumire points out the starry sky above them. At the moon, Toneri struggles to smooth over spacetime distortions.

During a parent teacher conference, Shino informs Hinata that despite the occasional lack of commitment with classes, Boruto's performance is exceptional. When asked what type of shinobi he wants to be, he concerns them with a lack of interest in anything in particular, and confident he will figure something out by graduation. Shino shares his concerns about Boruto with Anko. Boruto and his friends discuss their parent teacher conferences. Despite the examples his friends give him, Boruto still hasn't found a compelling reason to become a shinobi. They discuss the structure of the graduation exams, proctors, and past exams. After class, Boruto is approached by Sukea, who is writing a story about graduating students. Boruto takes Sukea to interview his classmates. After interviewing them, Sukea asks Boruto why he joined the Ninja Academy, and Boruto mentions trying to be better than his father.

At home, Boruto asks Hinata about why she became a shinobi, and she tells him about how as a Hyuga, at the time it was expected for them to be shinobi, and surprises Boruto by telling him how strict his grandfather was. Hinata is confident both she and Naruto will support Boruto whether he becomes a shinobi or not, though Boruto wonders if Naruto would really feel that way, noticing his absence once again. The next day, Boruto notices Namida and Wasabi discussing, and Sarada tells him Namida decided not to be a shinobi. Sukea tells Boruto that with declining demand for shinobi, skills developed in the Ninja Academy have become valuable in non-shinobi fields.

Boruto tries to get Mitsuki to be interviewed by Sukea, but he is late for his own parent teacher conference. Orochimaru meets with Naruto. Shikamaru doesn't trust Orochimaru completely, but Naruto still thanks him for his analysis of Danzō's data, which was beneficial for Sasuke's investigation. Boruto finds Sarada hesitant to get involved in Namida and Wasabi's issue, until Boruto points out that if she's afraid to get involved in a matter like this, she'll never surpass Naruto as Hokage. Sarada thanks him for the advice, and manages to talk Namida into admitting she really does want to become a shinobi, despite her family issues. Boruto thanks Sukea for allowing him to hear everyone's stories, and asks if they'll meet when Sukea covers the graduation exams. Sukea hints they will, and offers him advice going forward.

While going home, Boruto asks Mitsuki about his conference, and Mitsuki says he wants to remain a shinobi in Konoha because of Boruto, pointing out how he changed those around him, like Denki, Iwabee, Sumire, and Mitsuki himself. Boruto just wants everyone to remain together, and is fine with becoming a shinobi first and figuring out from there. Talking to Iruka, Kakashi removes his Sukea disguise. Iruka is glad Kakashi volunteered to proctor the graduation exam, and asks not to go too hard on them. Kakashi clarifies that even in peaceful times, they can't allow students with contemptuous attitudes to become shinobi, and that his graduation exam will be a bit challenging, wondering how many will succeed.

Boruto's class take their written exam. Denki and Iwabee celebrate successfully stealing the questions from the teacher's lounge. Boruto considers it cheating, but Sarada points out Shino telling them to check the questions and make a strategy before, implying the test was their intelligence gathering skills. They await for their practical exam. Shino grades the written exams, and Boruto gets a perfect score. Kakashi notes this, and finds Boruto to be a bit too confident. The next day, the class is greeted by Shino, Anko, and Konohamaru at a forest. They explain the rules of the exam, giving each student a white bandanna, and pointing out targets on themselves. If a student has their bandanna taken they fail, if a teacher has their target destroyed they can no longer fight the students. The exam lasts a day. Boruto is unconcerned, and Kakashi arrives, revealing himself to be the exam's proctor, intending not to let any troublemaker become a shinobi.

Kakashi has a single bell the students have to take from him, implying only one of them will graduate. Various students take different approaches. Some go after Kakashi directly, others are staying back a bit to let others act as distractions, Shikadai planted a tracker on Kakashi. Shino uses a bug to remove the tracker. Anko uses genjutsu to make a couple teams go round in circles, and prepares to fight Shikadai, Inojin, and Chōchō. Konohamaru knocks out Namida, Wasabi, and three others. Boruto doesn't want to waste time on Konohamaru, and Sarada allows him to go straight for Kakashi, believing there's a reason to go after Konohamaru first. Boruto and Mitsuki are blocked by Shino, who Mitsuki decides to deal with. Boruto searches for Kakashi from a giant tree, and baits him with a shadow clone. Anko uses snakes against Shikadai, Inojin, and Chōchō, but the students she had caught in genjutsu show up, having broken free.

Mitsuki prepares to go all about against Shino. Sarada and Sumire use the Sharingan and Nue against Konohamaru. Boruto uses shadow clones against Kakashi. Mitsuki defeats Shino, who tells him to go ahead. Kakashi considers Boruto to be a cut above the rest, but still unsuitable to be a shinobi for lacking one decisive trait. Boruto baits Kakashi with a Boruto Stream while coming from below ground, but Kakashi substitutes away. Kakashi considers Boruto to have chūnin level skills, and pins him down after sneaking behind him with genjutsu, considering this to be the end of the line for Boruto.

Kakashi has Boruto pinned down in a way that would require Boruto to break his own arm in order to break free. He admonishes Boruto's lack of resolve and motivation to change, and reveals his Sukea disguise. Kakashi believes Boruto's influence on his class mates have made them unsuitable to become shinobi. Mitsuki and Iwabee attack Kakashi, forcing him to let go of Boruto to defend himself and counterattack, allowing Boruto to escape with Iwabee's help. At night, several of the students gather, Wasabi healing Boruto, and Boruto wishing she'd look after Mitsuki, who was injured by Kakashi. Boruto tells them of Kakashi's assessment of their class and Boruto's influence, and apologises. Iwabee aggressively tells Boruto he made it this far because of Boruto, something he intends telling Kakashi. Denki and Sumire also share Iwabee's opinion. Mitsuki also tells Boruto that by watching him, he learned to do things for other people, by his own volition. The group takes notice of the 24 hour limit, that they still have their bandannas despite some of them having been knocked unconscious before, and that while injured, teachers have not given pursuit. Boruto determines the exam to be a test of their resolve. Kakashi, Anko, and Konohamaru discuss the exams while watching over captured students, saying all students will fail if they don't come rescue them.

Boruto formulates a strategy. As the fastest in the class, Metal and Wasabi will distract Anko, while Sumire has Nue free the captured students. The Anko they fight turns out to be a clone, but the real one gets knocked out by Namida with a sonic scream. They finish freeing the captive students. Boruto distracts Konohamaru, allowing Denki, Iwabee, and Mitsuki to lock them in place with fuinjutsu, almost suffering a heavy hit from Sarada. Konohamaru stops a hit from Denki, but his target gets hit anyway. Sarada and Boruto had transformed into one another, allowing Sarada to get close enough to cast Sharingan genjutsu on him not to notice Denki's kunai hitting his target. Tsuru arrives, telling them only Kakashi remains. At sunrise, Boruto attacks Kakashi with shadow clones, but more appear than Boruto is able to use. His classmates are disguised as Boruto's clones. Kakashi knocks them down as well, but when Boruto gets close enough and signals it, they all hold Kakashi down with fūinjutsu, like they did with Konohamaru. Kakashi uses Lightning Release against them, but they don't fall back. Boruto only manages to ring the bell before the 24 hours are up. Kakashi passes them all. They're all confused, as they didn't get the bell. Kakashi explains they wouldn't have been able to acquire the bell at all. He explains that in the shinobi world, those who break the rules are scum, but those who don't value their comrades are worse, and when they all came together at him as a team, that's when they passed. Shino congratulates them, and releases the transformation on their bandannas, which were forehead protectors all along. The students celebrate, while Iruka scolds Kakashi for being too rough on the students.

As Boruto leaves home after breakfast without wearing his forehead protector, putting it on only after being out of his parents' line of sight. Shikamaru drops by Naruto's house to inform him of his various duties of the day. At the Academy, the genin discuss and wonder how they'll be group in teams. When Namida warns everyone Shino is arriving, Iwabee's sudden movement causes him to bump into Boruto, knocking him into Sarada, thus kissing her by accident.

Shino arrives and after a brief explanation on three-man teams, Shino begins informing the genin their teams. Denki, Metal, and Iwabee are Team 5, Wasabi, Sumire and Namida are Team 15, Hōki, Hako, and Renga are Team 25, Enko, Dōshu, and Tsuru are Team 40. Inojin, Chōchō, and Shikadai are Team 10 much like their parents were, leaving Boruto, Sarada, and Mitsuki as Team 3. Sarada questions being in the same team as Boruto, as while she acknowledges his skill, she doesn't feel they're compatible, putting the team's teamwork in question. Sarada feels she can't afford to take detours from her goal of becoming Hokage. Konohamaru informs her she can appeal the decision to the Hokage.

After the genin leave, Konohamaru and Shino discuss how requests for changing teams have never been approved. Boruto and Sarada arrive at the Hokage's office, but Shikamaru informs them Naruto is out on business, and he can't disclose his location. In the interest of finding Naruto, Boruto and Sarada call a truce. Mitsuki arrives with a copy of Naruto's schedule, having taken a look when Shikamaru was distracted with Boruto and Sarada. Elsewhere, Naruto tests some shinobi's ability to protect the village by having them restrain him with a barrier, which he easily overcomes. Shikamaru checks who is the Hokage's escort for the day, in order to inform them of Boruto and Sarada, and is amused to learn who it is. Mirai is notified about Boruto and Sarada. She refuses to let the three through. Mirai cuts the support ropes for the bridge they're crossing, but Mitsuki uses snakes to secure it.

While Boruto fights Mirai, Sarada observes her with the Sharingan, looking for a vulnerability. Mirai notices Sarada's Sharingan, and traps her in genjutsu, requiring Boruto to snap her out of it. Mirai successfully repels them. Boruto and Sarada argue. Konohamaru arrives and comments on Mirai's strength. Mitsuki tells Boruto and Sarada they're trying too hard to be compatible, and in doing so, are not making the most of their individual skills. Boruto is too concerned with what Sarada will do, and Sarada is over-relying on her Sharingan.

Boruto goes at Mirai with shadow clones, but keeps some hidden under the bridge. Sarada uses shuriken to distract Mirai, and notices the damage done by Mirai's chakra blades on the deflected shuriken. She uses shuriken to distract Mirai, allowing Boruto to knock her off-balance in a section of the bridge she damaged, where a hidden shadow clone pulls her off the bridge. Konohamaru compliments them, and after pointing out the value of hard-earned cooperation. He asks Sarada if she'd still like to request another team. Sarada changes her mind about the team, but would like to request something else to Naruto. Naruto informs the shinobi he's training they must be prepared to protect Konoha from attacks at any moment. The genin and Konohamaru arrive, and Naruto tells them the area is at is off limits to gen in. He believes Sarada wants to change teams, but Sarada requests Naruto for them to have the Team 7 designation, which Naruto grants. Later Shino says he believes his former students will become great Shinobi because he acknowledges them, while the new Team 7 is seen smiling.

Sarada complains to Mitsuki about Boruto's tardiness interfering with her achieving her goals. She asks Mitsuki about what missions he likes to do. He tells her he's happy doing whatever Boruto is doing, prompting her to ask if he does something of his own will. He explains he chose that of his own will, and thinks back to his past. He remembers waking up under Orochimaru's care, and dropping a cup of medicine when taking it. Orochimaru instructs Suigetsu to escort him when he's fully awake. Mitsuki has no memory of who he was. Orochimaru comments to a hooded individual this is the sixth time something had happened. Mitsuki asks Suigetsu why he was in bed. Suigetsu answers he was injured in a mission with Orochimaru, figuring he doesn't remember the bad parts. Suigetsu suddenly attacks Mitsuki, who immobilises him. Mitsuki almost stabs Suigetsu with the kunai taken from him, but blocks it with his arm when Suigetsu commends him. Suigetsu comments his body remembers he is a shinobi, and breaks free of Mituski's hold by liquefying his arm. He explains Mitsuki was captured and had his memories erased, and that Orochimaru would have been disappointed had his abilities also been erased. Suigetsu takes Mitsuki to Orochimaru, who introduces himself as Mitsuki's parent. He explains a certain shinobi they call Log has stolen his memories, and they have to retrieve them. Mitsuki asks why they were after him in the first place, and Orochimaru explains he wants the intel Log has acquired, which is why he has to be taken alive. He dismisses Mitsuki's concern about his memories also being altered, and his question of which parent Orochimaru is. Mitsuki just wants to know who he is. They go after Log. Orochimaru has Mitsuki disrupt Log's barrier, which Log detects. They meet Log, who intended to go after them himself. He tries paralysing them, but it only works on Mitsuki. Log and Orochimaru battle, their speed impressing Mitsuki. Orochimaru attempts to use snakes to poison him, but his armour blocks their fangs. Log uses a jutsu to have his armour cover Orochimaru and hold him in place. Orochimaru tells Mitsuki he can use senjutsu. Log moves in to strike Mitsuki, but is paralysed himself with the venom of a small snake Orochimaru managed to slip through the gaps of his armour. Orochimaru tasks Mitsuki with watching over Log while he goes in search of something.

Log asks Mitsuki to take off his mask, and tells him Orochimaru is deceiving him. Mitsuki removes Log's mask, revealing him to be an older version of Mitsuki. Log explains they're both synthetic humans created by Orochimaru. He goes on to say the thing Orochimaru is after is the original source from which both of them were cultured, that he had stolen, but couldn't destroy, as Orochimaru held the key to open its container. Log wants to destroy it as it was created by Orochimaru's narcissism and greed, saying that when he escaped Orochimaru, he just created another. Log wants to destroy Orochimaru. Orochimaru returns, and says the manner of their creation is irrelevant, and that he loves them the same. Orochimaru and Log each press on their opinion onto Mitsuki, causing him to snap and activate his Sage Transformation, stating that as a child, he is not interested in what they, the adults think. He takes the container and the key and leaves. Orochimaru comments Mitsuki's achievement with Log, revealed to be the hooded individual Orochimaru talked to earlier. Orochimaru is glad that on the sixth try, Mitsuki was able to make his own decision, not wanting to erase his memory again for a seventh. Orochimaru hopes that Mitsuki find a sun who will show him the light, Mitsuki himself can be a moon that illuminates the darkness. Inside the container, Mitsuki finds a photo of Boruto. In the present, Boruto arrives, and the three leave for a mission.

Boruto joins his team on his way to the Hokage's office, where they're to be assigned their first mission. When Konohamaru explains that as new shinobi fresh from the Academy, they'll only receive low rank missions at first. Boruto thinks they should just get those missions over with, so they can get higher ranked missions. Naruto overhears him, and says no missions is something one just get over with. Their first mission is to expel bandits from a small village called Green Banks. Due to a drought, both Green Banks and neighboring farming villages have had poor harvests, and Green Banks is having its food stolen from storehouses. Boruto still thinks the mission to be easy, and when Konohamaru says the team should take the assignment more seriously, angering Sarada for lumping her with Boruto. Naruto tells them that even as a D rank mission, it is important, and that they should give it their all.

At home, Boruto asks Hinata about her first mission. She recalls being nervous back then, as there were wars, and missions were more dangerous. She tells him his first mission isn't really something to be excited about. Team 7 departs for their mission. Naruto tells Shikamaru he has filled Konohamaru in on the details of the mission, and remembers Shikadai is also having his first mission. His mission is to escort a rich lady around. Shikadai and Inojin carry her purchases, while Chōchō engages in conversation with her. On the way to Green Banks, Sarada tells Boruto not to do anything that would reflect poorly on her record, as not to hinder her path to becoming Hokage. As the two bicker, Mitsuki comments they get along well, angering both. Konohamaru stresses the importance of what Naruto told them, and adds that they should not try resolving things on their own. A rustle nearby gets the genin on edge, but it's just a wild boar, and Konohamaru comments they have a long way to go if they get startled so easily. They reach a suspended bridge to Green Banks, and ring a bell to announce themselves. Kiri sees they're children and doubts their skills, but lowers the bridge nonetheless. Team 7 is informed of the recent passing of the previous village leader around the time the attacks started, and that his daughter has taken over his position. They're introduced to Kiri, who informs them that as they've been able to deal with bandits on their own for a while, other villages have also hired shinobi.

Konohamaru asks the genin to speak with Kiri in private. Konohamaru tells Kiri that conflict with other shinobi would make it at least a B rank mission, which he believes the genin are not prepared for. While the genin discuss the implications of not completing the mission, they hear a commotion, find an enemy shinobi as killed a villager, and Boruto engages in combat. Konohamaru interferes when Boruto is attacked, and Ashimaru is told to retreat. Konohamaru tells Kiri to be honest with them, as they can't make a strategy without knowing that the other village is really after. Kiri reveals they want to deed to the bridge. The enemy shinobi are informed about Konoha's involvement. At night, they attack again by setting one of the houses on fire. Boruto saves a villager from being attack, and other villagers start attacking them. Konohamaru determines they're being controlled with genjutsu. The villager Boruto saved holds Kiri hostage. Sarada tries locating the genjutsu user with her Sharingan, but fails. Mitsuki uses his Wind Release to knock down the controlled villagers, figuring anyone strong enough to resist it should be the enemy shinobi. All the villagers are knocked down, and Boruto notices Kiri has been taken, determining the one who got her must be working with the enemy. Konohamaru scolds Boruto for acting on his own.

Sarada tends to Boruto's injury. Konohamaru confirms the involvement of Pale Blue Valley hired shinobi when a ransom note demands the bridge's deed in exchange for Kiri's life. With Kiri in captivity, Iori confesses to be working for the Pale Blue Valley, having done so since killing her father. He was offered a lot of money for the bridge deed, and counted on Kiri to fail by trying to resolve the issue all by herself, but didn't count on her hiring Konoha shinobi. The Green Banks villagers offer Konohamaru the deed, and ask the team to save Kiri. Team Konohamaru plans on how to rescue her. Iori delivers Kiri to Hidari, and is killed by Ashimaru, telling him they're former shinobi. Hidari proposes trading Kiri for the deed to Konohamaru. Konohamaru makes the trade, but Hidari tries disposing of him with an explosive tag left on Iori's corpse. Hidari and Ashimaru attack Konohamaru, who tosses Kiri aside for Boruto to catch. Konohamaru insists the genin to take Kiri away while he deals with Hidari and Ashimaru. Hidari manages to immobilise Konohamaru with a trap, and sends Ashimaru to deal with the genin. They stop and set up traps so they can tend to Kiri's injury.

Kiri explains how her need to do things alone stems from having to live up to her father's reputation. Ashimaru catches up to them, and they decide to fight him. Hidari goes in to kill Konohamaru, who forcefully dispels his jutsu with a Wind Release: Rasengan. Konohamaru deliberately misses his attack, and Hidari faints in disbelief of the damage. Mitsuki and Boruto engage Ashimaru while Sarada analyses him with her Sharingan. She determines Ashimaru doesn't bother dodging attacks, just blocking them and counterattacking. Boruto and Mitsuki employ Wind Release to send Sarada towards Ashimaru at high speeds, her Sharingan allowing her to read his attacks, avoiding his counterattack and landing her own finishing blow. Konohamaru catches up with them, deed in hand. They return Kiri and the deed to Green Banks, where Kiri apologises for trying to take everything on her own. Back at Konoha, Konohamaru reports to Naruto. Boruto talks with Shikadai, Iwabee, and Denki about their first missions.

Team Konohamaru finishes a mission of capturing a runaway pet, much to Boruto's chagrin. They return the pet to its owner. Boruto voices his displeasure with the simple, neighbourhood based missions they've been assigned so far. Sarada points out those are the missions usually assigned to genin. At the mission assignment desk, Boruto requests a flashier mission. Konohamaru points out that Boruto probably got the wrong impression about missions, since missions with combat against other shinobi, like his first mission, are very rare in times of peace. Konohamaru points out their former classmates are also doing similarly low-key missions, and adds that through these missions, they get to learn about the village. Boruto asks if Naruto fed him that line.

A news report informs them that an armed robbery was stopped by Kiba and Rock Lee. Boruto buys a newly released game, a sequel to a game he really likes, and offers to teach Mitsuki so they can play together. Sarada informs Boruto and Mitsuki they've been summoned by Konohamaru to deal with a bank robber, which sparks Boruto's interest. Boruto is disappointed by the scene at the bank. They're greeted by captain Kotaro Fuma of the police force, who is in charge of the situation. There are no hostages, and their mission is to talk the robber out of exploding himself along with the bank. Despite being disappointed by the situation, Boruto is still committed to finish the mission. He goes inside the bank by himself, trying to act as a negotiator, and then as a hostage for the robber, all the while noting the robbers ineptitude. Boruto doesn't find Haguruma to be someone who would rob a bank, and Haguruma tells him how he was fired from his job. He was a game programmer, and after he and his team had to deal with an unforgiving schedule, they decided to file a complaint against their boss. The boss somehow learned of it, and fabricated evidence that Haguruma was selling company secrets to rivals, leading to his firing.

After being made an example for the other employees, no other company would hire him, and with no income, his debts piled up. Boruto identifies with Haguruma when he mentions not longer caring about the job since others didn't know what befell him. Haguruma feels better having told Boruto his story, and activates the bomb. He feels blowing himself up the day the last game he worked on is released will be a good final protest against his boss. Boruto reveals he just bought the game, and that he was a great fan of the first one. Boruto's passion for the games moves Haguruma, who gives up blowing himself up. When he can't deactivate the bomb because of issues with the trigger, Boruto instead fries the device with Lightning Release. Boruto comes out of the bank with Haguruma. At the police station, the captain informs the team that after seeing that the device would not have caused any casualties, and that Haguruma was under extreme emotional duress, his punishment is not likely to be severe. When Mitsuki asks what Haguruma will do now, Boruto asks Denki to find him a job at his family's company. Captain Kotaro informs Konohamaru that someone instigated Haguruma into barricading himself in the bank. Just then, a fellow officer gives him surprising news. Outside, masked individuals are on the move.

Kotaro and Konohamaru inform Boruto, Sarada, and Mitsuki that the hostage situation was just a distraction, allowing noble thieves called Byakuya Gang to steal jewels from the vault. Boruto insists on going in the vault with them, feeling cold from the security system. Considering the security measures in place, Kōtarō suspects an inside job. Outside the vault, Sarada finds a frozen flower. Five days go by without any developments. Denki explains to Boruto that noble thieves steal from the rich to give to the poor. Boruto asks Shikadai his opinion on it, and is surprised when Shikadai answers they must have their reasons, as there is more to what they know and learned in the Academy. Their talk is keeping Shikadai from understanding a shōgi strategy he's studying. Sarada makes a breakthrough on the case, and informs Boruto and Mitsuki on her theory on an Ice Release user, who would have brought their body temperature down as not to trigger the thermal sensors. At Boruto's suggestion, they don't report their findings so as to be kept in the loop of the investigation.

Boruto takes them to Katasuke to find out more about Ice Release without alerting the investigation. Shikadai saves a child from injuring himself too seriously when playing with explosive tags, and a bystander picks up a shogi piece he drops. Katasuke confirms their Ice Release theory, and shows them a more clandestine side of Konoha where they might find the Byakuya Gang. They find a posting about selling the stolen jewels. Shikadai still struggles with the shogi strategy, and the bystander returns him the shōgi piece. The two talk and play shogi for hours. Shikadai offers him the set, having more at home, hoping to play against him again the next day. Shikadai asks his father to teach him new tactics, and Shikamaru gets carried away, angering Temari when he ignores her call for dinner.

Boruto, Sarada, and Mitsuki meet with the thief, pretending to be a buyer. The thief they're meeting is a decoy, rigged with explosive tags. The real thief questions their allegiance to the rich, considering them to be thieves themselves. He uses the jewel for a distraction to flee, but leaves them a trail of frozen footprints to follow. They follow the footprints to a water system by a mountain side, and up the mountain side to an impoverished village. The thief traps them with ice, and reveals the jewel was already sold, its profit used to fix the water system for the village. Boruto doesn't pursue the thief when he frees them, and later is conflicted about the case. The thief reports to a partner, who says another plan is already set up. The thief leaves for guard duty. Shikadai waits for his shōgi partner.

As usual search procedures yielded no results, Kotaro drafts the recently graduated genin into the search for the Byakuya Gang, instructing them to report anything unusual as they go about their regular missions, and not to engage them in battle. The genin discuss what to do with they are attacked, and Iwabee is surprised by Boruto's reluctance to battle. The Byakuya Gang commits a robbery near where Team 5 is aiding a construction company. Iwabee pursues them as they flee, and blocks their escape with earth walls. They break free, and Metal is injured while protecting Denki from an icicle. At the hospital, Udon lectures Iwabee and tells him to stay home. They watch news reports on the Byakuya Gang, and see they are well-received by poorer populations.

At home, Himawari asks Hinata about the gang, and while Boruto agrees with helping those in need, he disagrees with hurting others to do so, and considers Naruto responsible, seeing the social inequities at question to be due to his ineffectiveness. The genin discuss the gang, their merits, and methods. The Byakuya Gang prepares the robbery of a pawn shop. Ryogi decides to go ahead, claiming to want to memorise the area. Gekkō doesn't share the others' concern that Ryogi could betray them. Boruto goes to Katasuke for more games. Temari tells Shikadai that everyone chunin and above is going in missions because of the Byakuya Gang. Shikadai and Ryogi play shogi. They discuss the village and the recent attacks. Boruto arrives and shows Shikadai the limited edition games he got from Katasuke.

Shikadai introduces Boruto and Ryogi to one another. Boruto finds Ryogi to be familiar. A cold wind blows when Ryogi leaves. At the pawn shop, Ryogi arrives late, and warns them not to flee towards the park, to avoid coming across genin. Sumire and Wasabi notice them leaving the pawn shop, and are attacked. Temari attacks the gang, as Namida arriving with her. Three of them escape, while Temari chases the other one to the park, passing by Boruto and Shikadai. Temari asks them for diversions, but he manages to escape. Temari tells Shikadai that it's ok to take risks sometimes, otherwise all the great things will pass him by. Ryogi regroups with the rest of the gang, and Gekko receives word of support from other villages, and decides to go ahead with his plan.

A protest against the Kaminarimon Company is held, over supposed exploitative practices. The Byakuya Gang is pleased with the growing turmoil in Konoha. Ryogi confirms with Gekkō this is all ultimately for justice. Sai and Shikamaru report to Naruto the latest developments, and they speculate possible reasons and outcomes. Boruto goes check the situation with his friends. Shikadai acts detached from the situation when asked about it, confusing the others. Ryogi thinks back to how he came to be part of the Byakuya Gang. One day, his father returned home fatally injured from a mission. When Ryogi's mother tried to help, she was also killed in front of him. The assailant tried attacking Ryogi, who tapped into his Ice Release abilities to stop him before passing out.

When he woke up, Gekko told him he killed the man who attacked him, and that the funeral for his parents was over. Gekko offered to teach Ryogi, who accepted the offer. Gekko introduced Ryogi to the Byakuya Gang, claiming it to be the real job he and his father did besides shinobi work. Gekko claimed that he and Ryogi's father began questioning their role as shinobi, tasked with only fulfilling missions as ordered by those above them, acting as pawns. Thinking back to his mother's words about his father helping people, Ryogi decided to join the Byakuya Gang.

Gekko finds Ryogi reminiscing the past, and notices the shogi piece in his hand. Ryogi says it's from a friend, and while Gekko outwardly encourages him, once out of earshot, he says it soon won't matter anyway. Ryogi meets with Shikadai to play shogi, and they play until after dusk, with Shikadai beating him. Shikadai asks Ryogi if he's with the Byakuya Gang, noting he knew the reputation of Katasuke's lab despite claiming to be a recent arrival, concluding he had to know that from casing the village.

Ryogi tries deflecting, but Shikadai points out the lamp Ryogi brought to let them play after dark is on the list of stolen goods. Ryogi reacts to the claim, and notices Shikadai tricked him into confirming his suspicion. Shikadai doesn't intend to turn him in, but wants him to stop. When Shikadai says he'll end up being someone else's pawn, Ryogi gets angry. He says Shikadai doesn't understand him at all, and accuses Shikadai of not bothering trying to surpass himself in anything he does, not even trying to stop him from fleeding. Ryogi leaves, and meets up with the rest of the Byakuya Gang. Gekko says it's time to implement the final part of their plan.

After Ryogi leaves Shikadai, Chocho and Inojin arrive, telling him they've been requested due to the protests against the Kaminarimon Company. Gekko and Ryogi watch as protesters march against the Kaminarimon Company, Gekko praising Ryogi's strategy. One of the leading protesters has a mark on his neck. Ryogi mulls over what Shikadai might do. At the police station, the genin are shown flyers that have been distributed inciting violence against the Kaminarimon Company. As the protesters are only ordinary citizens instead of shinobi, there's only so much shinobi can do against them without using excessive force. Boruto feels conflicted having to go against citizens. Kotaro distributes the assignments. Team Moegi is assigned a spot near the company headquarters. At the hospital, Iwabee is frustrated having to stay put, but Lee tells him that orders are absolute.

Shikadai studies the distribution of protesters and security forces, recognizing it from somewhere. Chocho recognizes the patterns as shigi pieces, causing Shikadai to recognize the decoy strategy Ryogi used against him. Shikadai asks Inojin what is the building located in the opening, and Inojin explains it's Katasuke's lab. Realizing the Byakuya Gang's plan, Shikadai feels torn between obeying his orders and taking action to foil their plan. Shikadai leaves his post, followed by his team-mates. Team Konohamaru spots Team Moegi moving, and Boruto goes check it out. Mitsuki tells Sarada to trust Boruto.

The Byakuya Gang invades the lab, going straight for the ninjutsu data with Katasuke. The protesters arrive at the Kaminarimon Company headquarters, and the police refrains from using ninjutsu against them. On the way to the lab, Shikadai explains to Boruto the lab is the target. Inojin and Chocho find it uncharacteristic for Shikadai to act without proof, but support him nonetheless. Having analysed their movements, Denki informs Sarada the protesters actions don't match what normal people would do. Using her Sharingan, Sarada spots a leading protester with a mark on his neck. At the research lab, they find downed personnel, and Shikadai and Boruto find Katasuke, who informs them of the stolen work. Katasuke planted a tracker on Gekko, and gives Boruto a terminal to follow the signal. Despite being suspended, Denki goes to the police and reports the cursed seal placed on many of the protesters, raising the possibility they are under genjutsu. Denki's father is proud of him.

Gekko explains to the gang the nature of what they stole, and assuages Ryogi when he asks if that will help people. Chocho, Shikadai, Boruto, and Inojin catch up with them. The Byakuya Gang splits up so Gekko can get away with the stolen data, Shikadai and Boruto go after him while the others hold the rest of the gang back. At the protest, Konoha shinobi begin breaking the genjutsu on the protesters. Chocho and Inojin make short work of most of the gang, but struggle against Oko. They're saved by Shikamaru. Naruto addresses the village through television and shadow clones, exposing the captured Byakuya Gang as the ones who placed them under genjutsu, and asks the villagers help to keep improving Konoha. Gekko and Ryogi hop onto a passing train. Boruto and Shikadai hop on as well, and confront them.

Shikadai asks Ryogi to snap out of it, and accuses Gekko of manipulating him, who retorts that reality isn't simple, and accuses Shikadai of being naive in return. Boruto is unimpressed with Gekko's reason, and strikes him with kunais, which Ryōgi blocks, breaking his mask. Shikadai asks Ryogi why he protects Gekko, and Ryogi tells him of how Gekko saved him. Shikadai says that's no reason to become a thief, and Ryogi criticizes his belief of how life works, attributing it to living in a prosperous village. Shikadai says he's trying to hard to fit in a too tight mould, and asks if all their shogi playing was a lie. Ryogi answers it was an act to get closer to him. Ryogi's head hurts, and Gekko orders him to trap Shikadai and Boruto with Ice Release.

Shikadai warns Boruto it isn't ordinary Ice Release, Boruto seems to be in a trance. As they move through the train, Ryogi's head still hurts, and his memories begin changing. Gekko shows Ryogi his reflection, restoring the cursed seal. Boruto sees Shikadai as a Byakuya Gang member, and attacks him. Shikadai notices that Boruto was put in genjutsu by the ice mirrors, and cracks them with kunai. Gekko notices the shogi pieces Shikadai gave Ryogi, who insists they mean nothing. Gekko tosses the pieces out of the train, and orders Ryogi to prove it by finishing Shikadai. Under the guise of checking his wound, Gekko activates his jutsu. Shikadai manages to free Boruto from the genjutsu, crediting his own experience with it to being experimented on by Mirai.

At the front of the train, Gekko kills one of his own gang members. Shikadai shares his suspicion that Ryogi is under genjutsu with Boruto, and warns him not to look at any mirrors. The two break through the ice, and move ahead through the train. They try circumventing Ryogi by going out of the train to get to Gekko, but Ryogi blocks them. Boruto goes ahead to Gekko while Shikadai pins Ryogi with his shadow. Boruto stops Gekko from disconnecting his wagon from the rest of the train. Shikadai tries talking Ryogi out of serving Gekko in vain.

The cursed seal on Ryogi activates, and he attacks. The cursed seal spreads through Ryogi, who sees Shikadai as the one who killed his parents. Gekko fails to turn Boruto by offering to split the profits of selling the ninjutsu data with him, and moves aside to show Boruto his reflection in the window, forcing him to close his eyes and give Gekko an opening. Ryogi closes in on Shikadai and Boruto, while Gekko separates his wagon and admits to having tampered with Ryogi's memories. Shikadai tries getting through to Ryogi, but can't get close to him. Boruto and his shadow clones propel Shikadai forward with Wind Release, allowing him to make physical contact with Ryogi and break him out of the genjutsu, who recalls the that Gekko was the one who killed his parents. Shikadai sympathises with him. The three are bummed that Gekko escaped, when someone rushes past them. Naruto catches up to Gekko and defeats him. Later, Gekko is interrogated by the police, and Boruto returns Katasuke his research, who is excited that scientific ninja tools are being considered valuable enough to steal. Ryogi is imprisoned, but remains happy. Boruto and Shikadai discuss the mission, and Boruto asks Shikadai when he'll treat him like he promised.

One week after the Byakuya Gang incident, Naruto gives an interview where he commends the genin involved in the conflicts resolution, which frustrates Iwabee, who had been ordered to stay put. News of the upcoming Chunin Exams exasperate him, now concerned he'll be a genin repeater. Shikamaru and Naruto discuss recent developments, and consider the shortage of genin applicants for the exams. Udon comes by Naruto's office, where he lifts Team 5's suspension and gives them a mission. Iwabee discusses the exams with Lee and Denki, all determined not to be left behind. Team 7 receives a delivery mission as Team 5 arrives. Team 5 is to participate in a documentary, a PR attempt to increase the dwindling Academy enrolments. As they begin filming, they all struggle with coming across naturally on camera.

The director takes Udon aside and asks if there's another team he could film, and Udon informs him the Hokage personally picked that team. The director tells Udon he used to want to be a shinobi. He wants Team 5 to show him flashy ninjutsu, so Iwabee raises the ground, Lee attacks it, and then throws shuriken at Denki, who substitutes out of their way. The director is pleased with the eye-catching footage, but Udon points out they're scaring the civilians, and withdraws Team 5 from the mission. Later, Iwabee tries throwing his forehead protector in frustration, but is stopped by Lee. Udon asks if they want to be suspended again, and Iwabee questions how someone cool like Udon could possibly understand them. Udon shares how he failed to graduate several times, and how he messed up missions as a genin. Iwabee ponders about Udon's earlier words on looking cool on film.

At night, determined not to let their efforts go to waste, the filming crew decides to detonate some explosive tags they had set up on a condemned building to get some shots. Not satisfied with the shots, they go inside, and the building starts to collapse on top of them. Lee saves them from falling debris, and Denki analyses the situation. When the roof collapses, Iwabee protects them from a falling crane, and Udon stops the debris with his snot-based jutsu. In the confusion, Iwabee loses his forehead protector, and the filming crew requests them to be the ones on the documentary again. Upon reporting to Naruto, he himself shares his past Ninja Academy day struggles with the team, and Iwabee is moved to tears when he learns Naruto knows who he is, and gets his forehead protector back, because his teammates have found it. In a restaurant Team 7 watches the documentary while Boruto is angry that his father got to be in it. Whereas in his office, Naruto admits to Team 5 that despite being the Hokage, he is still a genin since he never retook the Chunin Exams. Hearing this shocks Team 5.

At night, someone on the zoo unlocks several of the animals' enclosures. Sumire finds Team Konohamaru arguing while on the way to receive her next mission. Team 15 is tasked with recapturing the zoo animals. Suika is pleased with their excitement for the mission. Hanabi thinks the girls can perform the mission alone, as she determines there are no dangerous animals on the escaped animals list. Sai checks in with Hanabi about Sumire. They discuss Sumire, and the fact Wasabi and Namida still don't know the whole story about Sumire and Nue. Sumire ponders telling Wasabi and Namida about it. The next day, Sumire provides her team with clothes to mask their scent, making it harder for animals to smell their approach. They capture several animals, but an argument begins after a miscommunication between Wasabi and Namida when Namida fails to inform Wasabi on how to properly retrieve one of the animals. A monkey they're supposed to retrieve steals their lunch, that also has the keys to the animal enclosures. Wasabi chases it with her Cat Covering, but tires herself before catching up to the monkey. Wasabi wants to try again, and puts Namida's suggestion to come up with a strategy together down, causing her to cry, and Namida accuses her of being mean.

Hanabi makes her way to the team, having been made aware of another list of missing animals. Namida manages to catch the monkey on her own, but also comes across a wolf. Sumire and Wasabi her Namida scream, but only Sumire goes to help. Sumire protects Namida, and tries having Nue absorb the wolf's chakra. Wasabi arrives, and tells Namida she'll lure it so Namida can hit it with her jutsu. Wasabi plants explosive tags on the wolf, which are triggered by Namida's jutsu, knocking the wolf out. Wasabi and Namida make up, and Sumire comes clean about the Nue. They say they already knew, and were just waiting for Sumire to tell them herself. Hanabi approaches them and congratulates them on their teamwork. The three eat together and discuss the upcoming Chūnin Exams. Boruto and Mitsuki have heard of their mission. However the monkey steals their food again which causes them to freak out.

As Konohamaru delivers a mission report to Shikamaru, who is dealing with Naruto's paperwork while Naruto is away meeting with the daimyō. Konohamaru notices papers regarding the upcoming Chunin Exams, and Shikamaru tells him to think about his genin. Konohamaru discusses the subject with Moegi, Udon, and Shino, pointing out Shino's students, who have caused their share of trouble, will be participating. They go over all the incidents caused by that class and analyse their students' growth. They go out for drinks, and Konohamaru is unsure if he'll recommend Boruto to take the exam, being worried that Boruto has relied too much on luck so far, and that failure in the exam will crush him. The others disagree. Hanabi joins them, and gets drunk with Konohamaru. But Hanabi accidentally gets Shino drunk, causing him to lose control over his insects. Which makes Naruto who came back without going to sleep to resolve the situation.

A group of thieves is attacked in an abandoned mine tunnel after robbing the Thunder Train. After a mission, Boruto offers to eat with his team mates, and Team 7 overhears other genin gossiping about them. This gets under Boruto's skin, who goes off on his own. Boruto thinks back to his last birthday when's he turned 12 years old. Sakura, Sarada, and Mitsuki showed up, but Naruto didn't. Boruto was frustrated, but tried to hide it. Naruto arrives home after Boruto had gone to bed, and is sad that even though he got Boruto a present, he doesn't know what games his son likes. Naruto then leaves the gift in Boruto's room by writing a note that says "I'm sorry". This makes Boruto be unable to throw the note after seeing the gift sitting on his computer chair.

The next day Boruto goes to the Scientific Ninja Tool Research Centre instead of home. Boruto vents his frustrations to Katasuke while he works on the Kote. Katasuke gives Boruto a Scientific Ninja Tool for his birthday. Boruto arrives home, and sees Himawari marking the calendar. She says it's to give their father advanced notice of her upcoming birthday. Himawari is sad at the idea of Naruto missing her birthday. Boruto promises her he won't let Naruto miss it. The next day, Team 7 is assigned to find the Thunder Train thieves. Boruto is concerned that if it's not a big mission, people won't acknowledge him, and continue to measure him by Naruto's standards.

Shikamaru informs Naruto that another ruin related to Kaguya has been discovered, Naruto wishing to check on it himself. Boruto and Naruto cross paths on their way out. Naruto apologizes for missing Boruto's birthday, but Boruto dismisses it, telling Naruto not to miss Himawari's instead. Team 7 arrives at the mines, and discover that one of the robbers came out of the mines traumatised, claiming his accomplices were killed by a monster. The robber's claim that a "white one" is coming for them picks Konohamaru's interest. In the tunnels, they find the thieves' corpses, and footprints. They follow the footprints further inside, passing by an Ōtsutsuki clan carving. They reach the end of the footprints, and realise it's a trap. They are attacked by a giant, multi-faced White Zetsu.

Konohamaru is surprised at the White Zetsu, believing all of them to have been destroyed in the last war. It attacks them with Lightning Release, Fire Release, and Wind Release. Konohamaru struggles against the White Zetsu, and the genin are unable to help him. Boruto uses the Scientific Ninja Tool Katasuke gave him for his birthday, which stuns the White Zetsu long enough for Konohamaru to land a significant attack, forcing it to retreat. As Mitsuki tends to his injuries, Konohamaru tells them about the White Zetsu. Mitsuki finds a room with a giant flower, that in the past was used to cultivate White Zetsu. Konohamaru comments that particular form of White Zetsu is something they had never seen before.

Mitsuki surmises there's only one White Zetsu, as the flower is dried up, so without chakra, it can't incubate more Zetsu. Konohamaru notices Mitsuki seems to know a lot about the Zetsu, Mitsuki tells him he was taught by his parent. Boruto proposes they destroy the location, which Konohamaru agrees, but refuses to deploy a certain something when Boruto suggests it. Konohamaru decides to go forward alone, and wants the genin to report back to the village if he doesn't come back. Sarada argues that splitting up will make all of them more vulnerable, so Konohamaru allows them to go with him, and relays a strategy. They find and attack the White Zetsu. Konohamaru has Sarada use her Sharingan to anticipate which attack the Zetsu will use, so each of them can counterbalance its ninjutsu. The White Zetsu switches to physical attacks, so they have Boruto distract it with shadow clones.

Boruto tries going in himself when the Zetsu appears weakened, but is captured. Mitsuki manages to free Boruto, and Konohamaru attacks with a Rasengan, finishing it off. They go further down at the roots, where they find numerous decomposed Zetsu cocoons. They arrive at the innermost portion of the ruins, where they find several White Zetsu burning in black flames. Konohamaru explains Sasuke's involvement, and his mission tracking anything related to Kaguya. His claim of Sasuke's strength and rivalry with Naruto spark Boruto's interest. Naruto sends a clone and Konoha shinobi to their location, and discusses with Konohamaru who would make Kaguya go to such lengths in preparing for battle. The genin discuss how they're to keep quiet about this, and how they didn't have enough strength. Meanwhile, Sasuke enters Kaguya's ice dimension to investigate. He is watched from afar by Momoshiki and Kinshiki.

Urashiki Otsutsuki arrives at the moon, where he meets with Toneri Otsutsuki. Toneri is surprised when Urashiki mentions the clan's main branch, and that they witnessed Toneri's troubles, wondering why he still protects the planet. Urashiki is also aware of Toneri's intervention with Boruto. Toneri attacks, but Urashiki paralyses him with a chakra string, and utilises a powder to freeze Toneri in time for ten thousand years, as he isn't allowed to kill a clan member. Urashiki departs as Toneri ponders that Boruto isn't ready. In an interview, Naruto stresses the importance of teaching the current generation the history of how their current peace was achieved by the sacrifices made during the last war. He also offers advice for the genin who will be taking the Chūnin Exams. Boruto's not excited about the exams, instead wanting to become a shinobi like Sasuke.

Moegi hands her genin application papers for the exams. Katasuke requests that the genin are allowed to use scientific ninja tools on the exams. Naruto denies it, considering the exams should measure a genin's own strength. In the Ninjutsu Research Centre, Katasuke wonders about Naruto's decision, and is approached by a hooded figure. Boruto then plays video games with Inojin and Shikadai, who disapprove of Boruto's cheating. Mitsuki and Sarada bring the application papers for Boruto, still uninterested in participating. Sarada manages to convince him by pointing out that passing the exams will be a way show everyone how strong he is.

Later Boruto goes home to celebrate Himawari's birthday, and is surprised to find Naruto home. As the celebration starts, Naruto disappears, revealed to be a shadow clone. Boruto is furious that Naruto broke his promise. Hinata tries reasoning with Boruto, but he's sick of always hearing the same excuses. Boruto goes to Naruto's study room as he notices Naruto's old, battered up cloths, and tosses it out the window. Someone rings the bell, and believing it to be Naruto, Boruto opens the door prepared to punch him, but is blocked by Sasuke. Boruto apologizes and introduces himself. Sasuke asks Hinata if Naruto is there, and she informs him he's still at the office. However Boruto is thrilled about meeting Sasuke.

However Boruto wants to go after his father, but Sasuke stops him. Sasuke leaves to meet Naruto, and finds Naruto's old clothes on the street. At his office, Naruto berates himself for messing up Himawari's birthday as well. Shikamaru helps him handle the paperwork. Sasuke arrives with a scroll from Kaguya's palace. Sasuke recounts how he was attacked in Kaguya's palace by Kinshiki Ōtsutsuki, and asked about Kaguya by another Ōtsutsuki, who noticed Sasuke's Rinnegan, alarming Naruto and Shikamaru. Sasuke hands Naruto his old clothes he found on the street, and says he met Boruto. They discuss him, and the soul of shinobi. On his way out, Sasuke notices Boruto arriving. He obstructs Boruto, impressing him, so he asks to be Sasuke's disciple. Boruto explains how Naruto broke his promise to be there for his sister's birthday. Sasuke asks if he can use the Rasengan. Boruto says he'll learn it if that's what it takes to be Sasuke's student.

Boruto asks Konohamaru to teach him the Rasengan. Konohamaru teaches it, but Boruto is unenthusiastic about his water balloon training. The next day, Boruto's friends notice his exhaustion, and Sarada assumes it has to do with her father, who showed up unexpectedly. While making pancakes for Himawari, Boruto gets a handle of the rotation aspect of the Rasengan. For the following days, Boruto continues training with a rubber ball, Sarada watching him from afar. Boruto shows his progress to Sasuke, who comments on Boruto's Rasengan's being small in size.

Boruto throws his Rasengan away in frustration and leaves. Sarada thinks Sasuke is being too strict, and comments how Boruto has been uncharacteristically committed to learning the Rasengan. Sasuke says they've both jumped to conclusions, and that Sasuke was about to accept Boruto as his student. He notices the damage of Boruto's thrown Rasengan on a distant tree. Boruto vents to Katasuke, who offers him a scientific ninja tool that stores ninjutsu. Mitsuki speaks with Orochimaru, who advises him not to reveal his true strength during the exams. Boruto performs the Rasengan for Sasuke, who accepts him as his student, despite knowing Boruto is using a scientific ninja tool.

In the forest, Boruto trains learning the shurikenjutsu under Sasuke. At night Sasuke notifies Konohamaru he is training Boruto. Konohamaru explains to Sasuke how Boruto's opinion on him and his own father differ. Before leavin Sasuke thanks Konohamaru for teaching Sarada. At a bond fire Boruto asks Sasuke about Naruto's weaknesses, and is annoyed when Sasuke talks about Naruto's past. The next day Sarada sees Team 5 training. Team 15 discusses strategies against possible opponents in the Chūnin Exams. Team 10 spars against Temari. Temari tells them about Gaara's adopted son, who will also be taking the exams. Boruto tries using the Kote for his shurikenjutsu, and is amazed by it. He continues practising.

The various genin sign up for the Chūnin Exams. At Kaguya's lava dimension, Momoshiki and Kinshiki are unable to find more of Kaguya's scrolls. Urashiki reports to them about the region Kaguya was in charge of, explaining to them how chakra has spread. Naruto, Shikamaru, and Kakashi discuss the recent White Zetsu activity and Sasuke's encounter with Ōtsutsuki clansmen. Momoshiki and Kinshiki go after Killer B, and collects chakra from him. Urashiki explains to them how Kaguya made living weapons against them, and how she was sealed by her own children. Kinshiki senses another great concentration of chakra. Gaara sees Kankurō and Team Shinki off to the exams. Shukaku alerts Gaara that its connection to Gyūki has been severed. Sasuke advances Boruto's shurikenjutsu training. At home, Boruto prepares the Kote for use in the Chūnin Exams.

As Boruto struggles with his shurikenjutsu training, and complains to Sasuke that it's Sarada's specialty, as an Uchiha. Sasuke counters by creating several shadow clones, stating that by his logic, that should be his specialty. Boruto creates his maximum number of clones, which is only four. Gaara meets up with Sasuke and Chōjūrō and recounts how he was attacked by Urashiki on the train to Konoha. Sasuke posits it was an Ōtsutsuki clansman, and suggests postponing the exams. Chōjūrō and Gaara are against it, pointing out the consequences and political instability that would follow. Tenten oversees the second part of the exam, a three on three battle over capturing another team's flag. Team Moegi makes short work of their Kiri opponents. Team Yurui gets Team Hanabi's flag right under their noses. Team Udon loses to Team Shinki. Sarada and Mitsuki go grab the Senka brothers' flag, while all three go at Boruto. Boruto tries using clones to outnumber them, but they use their own clones to outnumber him. Mitsuki turns back to help Boruto.

When the brothers are almost getting the flag, Boruto employs the Kote to overpower them with high calibre Water Release and Lightning Release jutsu. Sarada dispels the genjutsu around the triplets' flags and grabs the real one. Kōsuke reports to Katasuke they have recorded Boruto's use of the Kote. Shikamaru informs Naruto both their sons made it to the next round. The Konoha genin all join and wish Teams Konohamaru and Moegi good luck for the rest of the exam. Naruto and Sasuke meet about the scroll's decryption. While there, Naruto informs Sasuke that his daughter passed, a fact that doesn't surprise him. Naruto congratulates Boruto in person, who appreciates it despite not wanting to show it.

Teams Konohamaru and Moegi prepare for the third round of the Chūnin Exams. The Five Kage are in attendance, and Rock Lee is the proctor for the round. Lee explains how the battles were arranged. The first battle is Boruto versus Yurui. The briefly clash with swords and kunai before Yurui begins using his exploding bubblegum. Yodo tells Shinki he might not get to fight Boruto. Shinki warns them against fighting Mitsuki, but Toroi is confident he'll beat him. Boruto tries curving his shuriken to weave through the bubblegum, but hits one before getting to Yurui. Boruto considers curving his shuriken again, but not wanting to lose with his father watching, he uses the Kote instead, curving a shuriken that manages to pop one of Yurui's gums right in front of him, defeating him.

The second match is Yodo versus Shikadai. Shikadai goes on the offensive, trying to pin Yodo with his shadow and kunai, but Yodo dodges them easily. She reflects a kunai with an explosive tag back at Shikadai, and dodges his attack again even when he obscures her sight with a smoke bomb. Yodo attacks using her hair to create sound waves. Shikadai steps on leftover of Yurui's gum, and his next attack almost hits her. Shikadai realises she's not using her eyes to read his movements, but is listening to his shifting posture to determine where he's going to attack. Shikadai tries using explosive tags, but her attack hits him again, causing them to detonate. Yodo is paralysed by his shadow, and realises he deliberately set off he tags to muffle the sound of his shifting stance. Yodo yields the match.

The third match is Sarada versus Tarui. Sarada dodges Tarui's initial attack with her Sharingan, and defeats her in one hit. The fourth match is Inojin versus Araya. Inojin uses explosive tags inside his drawings, but Araya gives no reaction to them, and defeats him. The fifth match is Toroi versus Mitsuki. Toroi uses Lightning Release to increase his reaction time, Mitsuki briefly uses Sage Mode before remembering he's not supposed to, so he uses snakes to bind him. Shinki appears to recognise Mitsuki's Sage Mode. Toroi yields. The final match of the first round is Chōchō versus Shinki.

The fight between Chōchō and Shinki begins. Shinki talks down on Chōchō, dismissing her potential as a shinobi. Chōchō attacks with enlarged fists, which Shinki catches with his iron sand. When fighting up close doesn't work, Chōchō attacks from a distance, using her enlarged fists to toss debris. Kurotsuchi is impressed with Shinki, and asks Gaara where he found him. Gaara thinks back to when he found a troubled Shinki and told him he could teach him to use his power. Shinki blocks all of Chōchō's attacks, and throws her to the ground, telling her to give up. Chōchō refuses, and prepares her next attack. Chōji recognises her hand seal, and is surprised that she is resorting to a jutsu she hates using. Chōchō uses the Human Bullet Tank. She manages to pressure Shinki a bit, changing his demeanour for a moment, but still loses.

As her friends carry Chōchō out of the arena, Shinki tells Mitsuki he'll defeat him, and continues to talk down on the Konoha genin. Chōchō's parents check on her. Shikadai and Boruto talk before their fight, and Shikadai's parents talk to him. During their fight, Shikadai tries pinning Boruto with his shadow, but he and his clones keep dodging it. When Boruto almost lands a hit on Shikadai, he fans out his shadow, capturing Boruto and all four of his clones. Thinking back on his father, Boruto uses the Kote to create one more shadow clone, forcing Shikadai to dodge, and allowing his other clones to close in on him. Boruto wins to match. Katasuke congratulates Boruto on his win and use of the Kote, and hands him a new scroll to use. Shikadai's teammates console him over his loss. Meanwhile, Boruto is unhappy despite his victory.

Sarada's friends offer her encouragement and advice before her match against Araya. Sarada starts the match off using shurikenjutsu, which Araya deflects with his sword, even the ones Sarada bends to attack from a blindspot. Sarada activates her Sharingan to analyse his movements, but can't keep up with Araya's moves. Araya attacks with a spear, and Sarada tries using Sharingan genjutsu against him, but it doesn't work, and Araya manages to injure her. Sarada thinks through the possible reasons for her genjutsu not working, and realises something about Araya. Araya pressures her to end the fight, saying he researched Konoha shinobi. Sarada counters by aiming a Lightning Release at the stands. Metal Lee deflects falling debris, and when the dust clears, it reveals the real Araya, who is a puppeteer using a puppet that looks like himself. Sarada explains how his lack of reaction, machine-like movements, apparent immunity to genjutsu, and knowledge of Sunagakure's puppet users lead her to the realisation. Araya becomes nervous, and Sarada chastises him, pointing out that if had researched well, he'd have realised Sarada's weakness would be drawn out fights, as her Sharigan would drain her chakra. Sarada concludes he wanted to end the fight quickly so she wouldn't have time to figure out his secret. Naruto questions if Araya not being in the arena disqualifies him, but Shikamaru points out the loophole he used; as he never entered the arena, he can't be disqualified for leaving it. Naruto notes they should amend the rules. Sarada ends the fight by incinerating Araya's puppet.

The match between Shinki and Mitsuki begins. Mitsuki makes various attacks with Wind Release, which Shinki blocks. Shinki manages to catch and crush Mitsuki with Iron Sand, but it turns out to be a snake clone. Mitsuki, hidden underground, sends snakes all around Shinki, who blocks them again. Mitsuki goes directly for Shinki's feet, pulling him underground. Shinki simply reappears, the one Mitsuki pulled being an Iron Sand clone. Shinki tricks Mitsuki into believing his Lightning Release impaired his control over the Iron Sand, and uses it to augment his taijutsu when Mitsuki tries close combat. Shinki wants to force Mitsuki into using his true strength, and marks him with Iron Sand, so his next attack will seek him out. Mitsuki considers it, but seeing Boruto rooting for him, he decides to forfeit the match. Shinki questions why Mitsuki forfeited, who explains that the inconvenience to his parent and his desire to stay longer outweighed his desire to win. All of his peers are puzzled by Mitsuki's choice, and the final round is scheduled for the next day. That night, Moegi takes her team out for barbecue. Sakura tends to Sarada's injuries. Sasuke shows Boruto the Chidori, and despite it requiring the Sharingan's visual awareness to work, Sasuke instructs Boruto to practice Lightning Release's basics, so he'll be able to use Chidori-like jutsu. Without exposing it's about him, Sasuke tells Boruto how he sought power on his own no matter what, and how a friend saved him in the end. Boruto surprises Sasuke by understanding the importance of friends, saying he has good people around him.

The final match, between Boruto, Sarada, and Shinki begins. Shinki immediately attacks both Boruto and Sarada. Kurotsuchi, Darui, and Chōjūrō discuss whether that is recklessness or a sign of confidence. Sarada proposes joining forces with Boruto to defeat Shinki, both as payback for Mitsuki and because she doesn't want the Five Kage to see two Konoha shinobi losing in their home. Boruto has his clones attack with explosive tags and Sarada uses Fire Release against Shinki, but he protects himself with his Iron Sand. Naruto comments a similarity to Gaara's jutsu. Shinki uses the same iron fists he used to protect himself to attack, destroying Boruto's clones. Sarada observes Shinki's jutsu with her Sharingan, determining how he controls it. They consider using Lightning Release to disrupt his control, but need a stronger jutsu than what Mitsuki used.

They combine their Lightning Release jutsu, and while Shinki approves of their idea, he blocks the attack with a single fist, then grabs Boruto and Sarada. Shinki boasts about his power, angering Boruto. In response, he uses a clone to loosen the grip on Sarada, allowing her to launch an attack while both of Shinki's fists are occupied. He releases them to protect himself. Shinki creates wings with the Iron Sand, surprising Gaara. He targets Sarada, and while she dodges his initial onslaught, his constructs track her because of the mark he placed on her. Sarada charges Shinki, but his attack incapacitates, eliminating her from the match. Shinki angers Boruto by trash talking about his defeated friends. Boruto propels himself towards Shinki with a Lightning Release in hand, but is unable to break through the Iron Sand until he uses Lightning Release: Purple Electricity from the Kote, defeating Shinki. Naruto deduces Boruto's use of a Scientific Ninja Tool, and exposes its use, disqualifying him. Everyone and Boruto's friends shun him as well. Naruto says they'll talk later, but Boruto calls him out on never having time to talk to him. Katasuke steps in and begins advertising the Kote. This makes Boruto realized that he had been used like a tool. Naruto then detects Momoshiki and Kinshiki's ill intent, and spots them flying above the arena.

As Momoshiki and Kinshiki land on the arena, to the spectators' confusion. Boruto notices Momoshiki's Byakugan. Gaara recognizes the two based on the similarities to the one who attacked him. Katasuke tells them they're interrupting his announcement, and Kinshiki launches an attack. The attack damages the arena, causing it to start collapsing. Various shinobi aid with protecting and evacuating the civilians. Shinki wants to fight Momoshiki, but Gaara tells him not to misjudge his own strength, and directs him to help evacuating people. Kinshiki attacks Sarada, but Sasuke saves her. Momoshiki kicks Naruto to the edge of the arena. Boruto tries attacking Momoshiki with various Kote jutsu, but he absorbs them all. Mitsuki tries using his Sage Transformation to save Boruto, but Urashiki absorbs it with his fishing hook. Urashiki moves in on Mitsuki, but is blocked by Gaara and Chōjūrō. Shikamaru paralyses Momoshiki and Kinshiki with his shadow, but Momoshiki absorbs his jutsu. Sasuke informs Naruto on who they are and what they want.

As the Ōtsutsuki explain how they'll acquire power, Boruto recognizes it's the same as his use of the Kote. Naruto and Sasuke don't consider what they have as true power. Urashiki fights Gaara and Chōjūrō, using Gaara's sand against him, and breaking Chōjūrō's sword. Chōjūrō creates a water spike from his hand, and he and Gaara chastise Urashiki on relying on the power of borrowed weapons instead of the skill acquired through dedicated training. Momoshiki and Kinshiki scoff at Naruto and Sasuke's assertion what they use isn't true power. Momoshiki eats a chakra pill, and produces an attack by amplifying the many jutsu he has absorbed. Momoshiki sends a fire pheasant at them, but Naruto blocks it by manifesting Kurama's head.

He creates shadow clones to protect civilians still in the arena. Momoshiki sends several elemental attacks through the arena. Sasuke armours Kurama's head with his Susanoo. Urashiki blocks Chōjūrō's water spike with his fishing rod, and produces a Lightning Release he absorbed from Mitsuki from his gourd. Urashiki sees through Gaara's sand, and uses sand of his own to counter it. Urashiki produces many fishing hooks to attack Gaara, but is blocked by a massive water vortex Chōjūrō created with underground water, which Gaara dug up for him with his sand. Urashiki activates his tomoe Rinnegan and escapes, but not before taunting them with Momoshiki and Kinshiki work back on the arena. Naruto resists Momoshiki's attack, impressing him, so he consumes more chakra pills, creating a massive attack. Naruto asks Sasuke to protect the children, and fully manifests Kurama's form. He considers using a Tailed Beast Ball to counter the attack, but chooses against it. Sasuke explains to Boruto that Naruto could have obliterated the attack, but doing so would damage a lot of the surrounding area. From all over Konoha, people watch Naruto take the full force of Momoshiki's attack. Boruto then screams out to Naruto as the blast explodes.

Boruto wakes up in the hospital. Seeing Sarada, he asks about his father. He hears Himawari calling for Hinata as Sakura tends to her. Sakura explains Hinata was injured trying to keep Momoshiki and Kinshiki from taking Naruto. Sarada informs him Mitsuki is in critical condition after having his chakra stolen. Boruto sees how many others got injured despite Naruto's efforts, and runs out of the hospital. Boruto notices he's still wearing his Shinobi Gauntlet after tripping on a medical kit, and angrily throws it away. Upon waking up, Hinata asks about Naruto, and Sasuke assures her he's fine, and to leave the rest to him.

Boruto then goes to Naruto's office, thinking about all the times he complained about Naruto. He finds and wears Naruto's old clothes. Sasuke tells Boruto he's in a similar situation Naruto used to be, scorned by others. He reveals he can still sense Naruto's chakra, and that he intends to rescue him with Boruto's help. The other Kage arrive, saying they'll help, so everyone pools all of their knowledge of each of the Ōtsutsuki's abilities. The Kage question Sasuke's decision to bring Boruto along, but he assures them he has a reason. Sasuke hands Boruto his own forehead protector with Naruto's scratch on it and explains the history behind it. As Sasuke, Boruto, and the Kage prepare to leave, Sarada asks Sasuke to go with them. He instructs her to help Kakashi and Shikamaru protect the village, as she's the only other person with the Sharingan. Boruto tries apologising to Shikadai, but he says they have more pressing matters, and that he'll listen to what he has to say later. Sasuke opens a portal with his Rinnegan. Hinata arrives, and is shocked to see Boruto in Naruto's old clothes. The sight reminds her of her husband when he was younger, and that moves Hinata to entrust Naruto's safety to her son. They then leave to rescue Naruto.

Mitsuki wakes up in the hospital, remembering he wanted to protect Boruto, but is still too weak from Urashiki's attack. Sarada informs Mitsuki of how things turned out after he was attacked. In a wasteland where a God Tree resides, Momoshiki drains Kurama's chakra from Naruto. Kinshiki explains that this God Tree was created from a man who also harboured a Tailed Beast, who Naruto understands to be Killer B. Momoshiki complains about how long the process is taking, having only absorbed half of the chakra in Naruto. Naruto says he won't make it easy for them, that as shinobi, they've had to persevere to develop their abilities.

Momoshiki explains how they're able to effortlessly acquire power, which Naruto links to the Shinobi Gauntlet, blaming himself for ignoring Boruto to the point it drove him to rely on the Scientific Ninja Tool. Momoshiki resumes extracting his chakra. The other four Kage arrive, interrupting Momoshiki, and cutting Naruto free from his restraints. The Kage fight Momoshiki and Kinshiki while Sasuke and Boruto check on Naruto. Naruto notices Boruto is wearing his old clothes. Naruto apologises for ignoring Boruto, sharing a bit of his on mischievous past. Boruto asks Naruto to tell him his story after they go back home. In Konoha, Shikamaru instructs other shinobi to make sure no one else is missing, and to be on the lookout for Urashiki. Shikadai asks him if they shouldn't send reinforcements. Shikamaru sees his concern for Boruto is like his for Naruto. He explains their current situation using shogi analogies. Sasuke fights Kinshiki, who has to dodge an attack from Chōjūrō instead of landing a hit on Sasuke. Chōjūrō allows himself to be hit, so a concealed Kurotsuchi can lead a hit him, sending him flying for Sasuke's strike. Chōjūrō and Kurotsuchi pin Kinshiki down.

The others focus on Momoshiki, Gaara using his sand to offer others footing while pursuing him. Boruto warns Naruto of Momoshiki's ability to absorb and amplify any ninjutsu used against him. Momoshiki notices Kinshiki has been incapacitated, and upon checking Boruto with his Byakugan, notices how Naruto is unable to pass on his power to him, and offers to show how his clan does it. He converts Kinshiki into a chakra edible and consumes it. Momoshiki's appearance changes, including manifesting a third Rinnegan on his forehead, and tells Naruto he's next.

The shinobi are horrified by Momoshiki's consuming of Kinshiki for power, who replies it was the former's wish, and law within their clan. Momoshiki releases a pulse of energy that cuts clean through the God Tree, and pushes everyone back. Momoshiki flies towards Darui and Gaara, kicking Darui away before he can react. Gaara manages to catch Momoshiki with his sand, but Momoshiki uses his hair to bind and strangle him, loosing Gaara's grip on him, allowing Momoshiki to toss him aside. Momoshiki proceeds to knock out Chōjūrō and Kurotsuchi. Momoshiki targets Naruto, and the two engage with taijutsu. Momoshiki strikes Naruto's tenketsu. Sasuke attacks Momoshiki, who evades his attack, counterattacks, and rams both Naruto and Sasuke on the ground, throwing them against the remains of the God Tree. Naruto and Sasuke go on the offensive, activating their chakra mode and dōjutsu respectively. Momoshiki manifests a weapon to counter them. Sasuke unseals a fūma shuriken, which he electrifies, and guides at Momoshiki with wires. Naruto multiplies them. Momoshiki dodges some, but as he begins to get hit, he unleashes an energy pulse to repel them. Momoshiki narrowly avoids a fūma shuriken that comes from underground, breaking through the God Tree stump they're fighting on. The fūma shuriken is a transformed Naruto, who throws a Rasenshuriken at Momoshiki. Just before it hits, the Rasenshuriken transforms back into Sasuke. Momoshiki binds Sasuke with manifested chains, but Sasuke switches places with Momoshiki, leaving him bound and open to a strike by Naruto. Sasuke uses the opportunity to trap Momoshiki with Chibaku Tensei. Momoshiki breaks free by manifesting a wooden dragon, which Naruto and Sasuke break. Momoshiki lands on the God Tree stump, using it to manifest more wooden dragons. One of them catches Sasuke, and Momoshiki channels an explosion through it.

Naruto manifests Kurama and protects Sasuke. Momoshiki coalesces the rocks around into a monkey in retaliation. Sasuke armours Naruto with Susanoo, and they cut through Momoshiki's monkey. Boruto watches the fight in awe. Naruto and Sasuke power down, and the other Kage ask if they're done. Kurotsuchi wants to use flashy jutsu to end him, but Chōjūrō and Gaara point out he'd absorb them and regain strength. Katasuke arrives with Kōsuke, and against the others' warnings, fires several ninjutsu at Momoshiki with the Shinobi Gauntlet. Momoshiki absorbs them, regaining strength, and uses the absorbed jutsu against them. Gaara protects the group with his sand, but before they can strike back, Momoshiki paralyses them with an absorbed Nara shadow ninjutsu, and for extra measure, pins Naruto down with black receivers. Boruto remembers Sasuke's words from before, and on Sasuke's command, throws his Rasengan. Naruto wonders when Boruto learned it, while Momoshiki thinks he should have stayed out of sight. He prepares to absorb it, but it vanishes before reaching him, so he turns his attention back to the shinobi. Boruto's attack connects, breaking Momoshiki's hold on the others. Sasuke explains to Naruto how he trained Boruto on the condition he learned the Rasengan. Momoshiki consumes more chakra pills for his next attack.

Naruto tells Boruto to make another one, and adds his chakra to Boruto's Rasengan. Sasuke distracts Momoshiki, throwing his sword and switching places with it to get close. Sasuke's sword is a transformed Boruto, who throws a kunai. Momoshiki catches it, and Sasuke switches it with his Chidori, so Momoshiki strikes his own arm, while Sasuke uses the kunai to stab the Rinnegan on his hand, preventing him from using it to absorb jutsu. Boruto uses clones to distract Momoshiki, allowing his real self to attack with the Naruto-powered Rasengan. Momoshiki counters with a similar attack, but Boruto prevails. Momoshiki's spirit talks to Boruto, recognising he strongly inherited Ōtsutsuki powers, and warning him that defeating him means he can't stay an ordinary human, grabbing his arm before disappearing. Katasuke is confused about recent events, unsure of what happened. Momoshiki's chakra receivers vanish. Sasuke and Naruto talk about their previous conversation about the nature of shinobi.

The five Kage, Sasuke, and Boruto return to Konoha. Hinata and Himawari embrace Naruto and Boruto, Sakura and Sarada embrace Sasuke. The extensive damage caused by the attacks results in the exams being cancelled. Naruto continues to have a massive paperwork load, and Boruto's injured arm is bandaged. Boruto apologises for his actions to Team Shinki. Sarada teases Boruto about it. Naruto, Sasuke, and Shikamaru discuss how they're still targets of the Ōtsutsuki, as Urashiki escaped and they still don't know the true extent of his powers. Sasuke says he'll leave to track Urashiki. Naruto and Shikamaru discuss how they still got to see the skills of the participants, requiring meeting with the other villages to discuss the outcome. Shikamaru also points out Naruto has to deal with Katasuke, and informs him that Killer B returned to Kumogakure. After hearing all of this Naruto wants to take time off. But wonders how long the paperwork will take to get done.

At the mission assignment desk, Team 7 talks to Team 5, who are glad to see Mitsuki is ok. Team 10 comes by, having finished a mission. Boruto and Shikadai ride the train, the situation between them being awkward. They both apologize to each other, Boruto for having to cheated, and Shikadai for making Boruto wait so long to talk to him when he said they'd after the attacks on the exams. They talk about the type of shinobi they want to be. On the train back to Sunagakure, Shinki thinks how Boruto, who he perceives as weak, went against a much stronger opponent and won. Even when Gaara claims responsibility for telling him not to fight, Shinki says that even he had fought, he'd have lost. Gaara tells him to focus on his own path instead of the paths of others beside him. Sasuke talks to Boruto, who informs him that he hasn't seen Momoshiki again, nor felt the same paralysis he felt before. Sasuke tells Boruto to keep him updated, and tells Boruto to keep his scratch headband as a sign of being his student. Boruto then asks Sasuke to teach him when he returns and leaves to master the skills Sasuke taught him.

Sarada asks Sasuke to help her perfect her Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique. Orochimaru meets with Mitsuki in person to talk to him almost him almost using senjutsu in public. Boruto is interviewed for his participation in the fight against the Ōtsutsuki. Sarada asks if Boruto intends to become Hokage, but he denies it, saying that is her dream, while he wants to become like Sasuke. After she and Mitsuki leave, he undoes his bandages, thinking back to Momoshiki's words, looking at the diamond-shaped mark on his right hand. Boruto arrives home to find Naruto, who brought home a cake to make up for missing Himawari's and Boruto's birthdays. Boruto punches him in the stomach to make sure he's not a shadow clone. When Himawari jumps on the two, Hinata threatens to put the cake away. Boruto also taunts Naruto about his age which Naruto scold him for the first time. The next day Naruto and Boruto both wake up late the next day. In the dimension where Momoshiki was defeated, Urashiki realizes Boruto is the one Toneri was observing, and notes he could pose a threat in the future, wondering if preventive measures should be taken, but sure it'll be interesting either way.

As Choji demonstrates their clan jutsu to Chōchō, but she is distracted watching tv. Chōchō asks her father to sign a scroll about a background check for an upcoming mission. In Otogakure, Mitsuki trains with Orochimaru, and also asks him to sign a scroll. Chōji and Karui question Chōchō's interest in soap operas. Chōchō complains about her father to Sarada. When Chōchō says she needs to slim down, but won't go on a diet, she shows Sarada her clan's Butterfly Mode, which slims her down. Boruto informs Mitsuki their joint mission with Team 10 is to bodyguard an actor. However Boruto doesn't recognise Chōchō.

On the way to receive their mission, they meet with Tomaru and Ashina, from the soap opera Chōchō watches, who are the actors they're supposed to bodyguard. At Naruto's office, Shikadai and Inojin recognise that Chōchō used a certain jutsu. Tomaru explains that he and Ashina have received death threats over shooting the soap opera. Naruto assigns Team 7 to bodyguard Ashina and Team 10 to bodyguard Tomaru. During shooting Chōchō tends to Tomaru's needs while acting like she's not interested. Whereas Ashina just bosses Team 7 around which made Boruto nervous while Sarada was angry. Konohamaru and everyone gets scare as Mitsuki reads fan letter that actually have a threat letter, but Ashina brushs it off which made Sarada even more mad.

Meanwhile Chōchō keeps pretending in front of Tomaru, which Sarada questions. Tomaru asks Chōchō to take care of a prop ring. An Amegakure ninja attacks the studio, breaking through a wall. Boruto lands an attack, but it turns out to be a clone, who drops a smokescreen device. He counters Inojin's attack, but Shikadai pins him down. Chōchō lands a hit, but gets distracted by Tomaru. The attacker gets away. The producer is worried that because one of the actresses got injured, production will be delayed. Tomaru suggests Chōchō take over the role. Chōchō gets excited when she learns she'll be in a kissing scene.

In her excitement about the kiss scene, Chōchō briefly loses control over her jutsu, returning to her true form for a moment. Sarada is impressed with Chōchō when she's done with hair and make-up. Chōchō wants to deliver Tomaru the perfect kiss in their scene. At the set, Inojin and Shikadai notice Chōchō is nervous, and Tomaru tells her to be herself. As they record the scene, Inojin quietly comments it doesn't look like true love, which the director agrees with, and decides to cut the scene. Chōchō is furious with Inojin. Meanwhile, Konohamaru and Moegi investigate the scene of the first attack, and find footprints. Sarada suggests Ashina they should postpone production, but she refuses. Between takes, Ashina makes suggestions for how Tomaru should deliver his lines, and it's revealed the episode they're shooting will be her last.

Boruto and Sarada comment on the strange atmosphere at the studio. Chōchō gets flustered when Tomaru likes the food they're eating. Based on the escape route they found, Konohamaru and Moegi determine the attacker either studied the studio very carefully to find the least guarded routes, or they were given inside information. Tomaru's fans break through the studio gates, so Chōchō takes him away while Shikadai and Inojin hold the fans off. Chōchō hides with Tomaru in a locker, and they almost kiss before Sarada finds them. Sarada questions Chōchō's focus on the mission. Tomaru asks Chōchō for the ring he gave her, and asks to read a scene with her.

They almost kiss again, but are interrupted when Mitsuki comes asking for a dress for Ashina, upsetting Chōchō enough that she attacks him. Ashina asks why Chōchō is wearing her dress. Tomaru takes Ashina aside to explain the situation, and they criticise each other based on how different they are from their characters. Chōchō continues attacking Mitsuki, and Shikadai has to stop her with his shadow. In her frustration, Chōchō reverts to her usual weight, ripping Ashina's dress just as she comes for it. Ashina and Tomaru don't recognise Chōchō, and Tomaru is rude to Chōchō based on her weight. Sarada tries to tell Tomaru off, but Chōchō stops her. Sarada later apologises to Ashina for causing trouble, but she is still upset and reminds Sarada that the production is very important to her. The Amegakure assailant contacts someone from the studio with a radio, confirming Tomaru and Ashina's position.

As shooting continues, Chōchō is still hurt by Tomaru's words, and discusses her self-image with Sarada. Tomaru and the director look through photos of Ashina's potential successors. Ashina refuses to have her mended dress back when Chōchō offers it to her. On the set, Ashina wants her character to have a meaningful death scene, but Tomaru and the director dismiss her suggestions. Ashina orders Chōchō to get her some water. The Amegakure assailant drops a flash bomb, and kidnaps Tomaru. Konohamaru chases him, but is stalled by one of his shadow clones. The assailant escapes through a route Chōchō should have been covering, but wasn't because of Ashina's demand. Shikadai and Boruto find it strange the assailant mentioned a ransom, when he previously issued a death threat. Konohamaru goes report to the Hokage. The ransom note for the production specifies Ashina is to deliver the money. Chōchō offers to disguise herself as Ashina with the Transformation Technique, but Ashina refuses, determined to help save her costar. The shinobi agree to it, on the condition that Ashina follows Moegi's instructions while the genin cover her. The press discovers the kidnapping, but Ashina handles them, impressing the crew with her dedication to the production.

The other genin try to convince Chōchō to return to her normal weight, arguing that she needs to be at full power for what's ahead, but she angrily refuses. Ashina takes the money to the exchange location. The genin watch her, and Mitsuki makes a potato chip analogy for Chōchō. The kidnapper arrives with Tomaru. Ashina comments on the irony of her saving him while she's supposed to die in the production. The kidnapper releases Tomaru, who Ashina instructs to leave. The kidnapper offers Ashina the money, who tells him it would be suspicious. Ashina says she'll be in the spotlight again, and the kidnapper takes off his mask, revealing himself as Konohamaru, who explains her partner has been captured. He was forced to put on the ruse because her partner wouldn't reveal who he was working with him. Ashina was frustrated with Tomaru monopolising the production only because of his good looks when she thinks he can't act. Ashina plans to kill herself with explosive tags, but Konohamaru knocks them off her hand, causing them to go off and cause rock slides. Tomaru falls and hurts his back. Moegi and the genin protect the crew. Thinking about Mitsuki's potato chip lecture, Chōchō exposes her chubby self to Tomaru as she protects him from falling rocks. Ashina is arrested, and Tomaru becomes attracted to Chōchō. She offers him chips, but refuses his ring, saying she wants to remain free, and that he'll have plenty of rivals to fight over her. Chōchō gives Mitsuki a bag of chips, who later eats them with Orochimaru. Mitsuki tells him to disregard his earlier question about being his father or mother. Chōchō eats with her parents.

Suika Kannonji informs Team 5 of their next mission, transporting a plate that is considered a national treasure. Metal Lee is uncharacteristically confident, which he attributes to an anti-anxiety necklace he's wearing. Team 5 barely handles the plate, and breaks it. Team 7 says the necklace doesn't work at all, and ask Lee where he got it. They're incredulous when Lee says he bought for an upcoming training during which he can't get nervous. Rock Lee demonstrates the power of the first of the Eight Gates to his son, and explains the concept and consequences of using it. When he asks Metal about the necklace, and Metal answers him, he postpones the training. Elsewhere, Metal wonders about his father's words, and is approached by Might Guy. Metal explains his situation, and Guy invites him to tag along with him for the day.

Metal carries Guy in his wheelchair up stairs to the Academy, where he's to speak, and gets nervous when others see him. He wonders if he should get another necklace. At the Academy, Iwabee is excited to hear Guy speak. Denki is interested because of his own lack of skill with taijutsu. Guy speaks to the students about using taijutsu during the war, but forgets the names of those he fought. He speaks about having no regrets and facing the truth instead of worrying about it. He offers to demonstrate his taijutsu and easily defeats Iwabee and Metal. Later, Metal is depressed because he can't even deal with his anxiety when Guy was able to fight on one leg. Guy tells him to think about what he learned that day.

Metal practices at night, still relying on the necklace. Rock Lee watches form afar, and talks about it with Guy. The next day, Team 5 has another mission they fail, because Lee, now with three necklaces, made too much noise. Rock Lee challenges his son to a match, and invites people to watch, saying that if he can't face that, he has no chance of learning the Eight Gates. Guy questions Metal about his anxiety, finding that to be his true self. The next day, Metal shows up to the challenge, and removes the necklaces, having learned from Guy to accept the fact he's anxious. Metal fights, and despite receiving several hits, and being nervous from having an audience, he continues fighting.

As his nervousness increases, Metal's movements become more erratic, making them harder for Rock Lee to read. Metal opens the first gate without meaning to, surprising his father, and lands a hit on him, the condition for his victory. Guy declares Metal the winner, and they explain to Metal he managed to open the first gate. Team 5 meets with Team 7 when they go receive another mission. They ask about the necklace, and Lee owns up to his anxiety. They're tasked with transporting a valuable vase. However, when Suika warns Metal not to break the valuable item again, he begins to feel nervous and is about to break the vase as his friends tries not to let him break it once more.

Mitsuki wakes up after dreaming of when Log and Orochimaru both tried to sway him to join them, being surprised that he can dream. At the Thunder Burger, Mitsuki tells hims friends about having his first dream while wondering what to eat. Boruto is surprised he's never had a dream, and Chōchō complains about him taking too much time to place an order. When Boruto asks him, he confesses he never felt like rebelling against his parent. They're joined by Shikadai and Inojin, who has a chick on his shoulder. They explain it's from an egg that hatched the day before when they were fulfilling a mission in a poultry farm, and got attached to him. When Sarada and Boruto explain it imprinted on him, Mitsuki mentally compares it to first seeing Boruto after deciding not to choose neither Log nor Orochimaru. Sarada reminds her team they have security duty for the Five Kage Summit. At the summit, due to the topic being the Ōtsutsuki clan, they also invited the previous Kage, Kakashi, Mei and A. Darui notices Ōnoki's absence, and Kurotsuchi says he came with her, but gave her the slip. They surmise he's sightseeing. While keeping watch, Boruto is bored, and asks Mitsuki to tell him something interesting. Mitsuki instead asks him if he ever felt like his thoughts weren't his own. He wonders if his attachment to his friends is like the chick that imprinted on Inojin, like a genjutsu they can't break.

Boruto dismisses the concern, saying they're not chickens, and Mitsuki asks if he has any fun stories. Boruto tells them about a question his father made him the day before, about the hardest rock in the world. They notice some shinobi by their location, and Mitsuki goes to ask what is happening. Sarada tells Boruto he should be more mindful of Mitsuki's troubles, or he'll stop liking him. Boruto answers they're good friends, and that it'll never happen. Mitsuki informs them the shinobi are looking for Ōnoki, exciting Boruto, who is sure that as Tsuchikage, he's bound know how to answer the question. As they examine his drawing, Ōnoki passes by, taking it and commenting it doesn't look like him. Ōnoki knows who Boruto and Sarada are, but not Mitsuki. They tell him he needs to go back to the summit, but he doesn't want to attend a boring meeting. He mock threatens them with Dust Release, but throws his back. Boruto asks him about the hardest rock, and Ōnoki says he'll tell him if instead of taking him back to the summit, he shows him around the village. Boruto and Mitsuki agree to it. Sarada questions it, but Ōnoki tells her the summit would be boring. At the summit, they discuss the missing Urashiki, and Naruto says Sasuke has left to investigate. Kurotsuchi is exasperated by everyone's easygoing attitude.

In the village, when a construct beam is about to fall a civilian, Ōnoki protects the civilian with his Dust Release, impressing the genin, but passes out from the effort. When he wakes up, he mistakes Boruto for someone called Kozuchi. When asked about it, he explains Kozuchi was his grandchild, who died at a young age. As promised, Ōnoki explains about the hardest rock, saying it's the unbreakable will of shinobi. When Boruto and Sarada begin bickering, Ōnoki asks Mitsuki about his will, who finds it complicated, and unsure. Ōnoki says if he keeps going at it, it must be truth. Boruto asks Ōnoki not to tell Naruto he told him the answer, but Ōnoki reveals he asked Naruto the question, who just asked Boruto without actually knowing the answer. Ōnoki tells them to visit him if they ever go to the Land of Earth, and wants more dumplings before going back to the summit. After dropping Ōnoki, Boruto thinks it was a trick question, but Mitsuki found the answer satisfying. Arriving home, Mitsuki becomes alert when he notices someone has been there, and sees a letter for him, which he burns. Two shinobi on guard duty at the village border are attacked with Lightning Release.

Uō and Saō are attacked by foreign shinobi while guarding of one Konoha's gates at night. In the morning, Sai checks in on the police investigation. Sai finds a Konoha forehead protector by the site. Sarada notes Mitsuki is late, and doubts Boruto when he says he's probably still at home. They decide to go tell Mitsuki their missions have been cancelled in person. Mitsuki's door is open, so they enter his empty apartment. Boruto finds it depressing, and the two consider how Mitsuki never spoke of parents and his home village. They see a portrait of Boruto by his bed. Boruto asks the other genin if they've seen Mitsuki. Inojin thinks Boruto would know where to find him. Chōchō says all the jōnin have been summoned by the Hokage, even when most missions were cancelled that day. Boruto and Sarada inform Konohamaru that Mitsuki is missing, and notice he's hiding something when he brushes them off. Boruto and Sarada eavesdrop on a high-level meeting, where they speculate who might be behind the attacks and why. Tsunade arrives, having heard of the attack. Sai has Konohamaru confirm the forehead protector he found is Mitsuki's. They consider Mitsuki might have been the target, while Tsunade is unaware of who Mitsuki is. Because of the situation, they also call in Homura and Koharu. Ino uses her clan's jutsu to check the guards memories of the attack, and sees Mitsuki leaving with the assailants on his own. Boruto and Sarada don't know what to make of it. Konohamaru considers Mitsuki might have an ulterior motive, and suggests contacting Mitsuki's guardian.

Naruto reveals to those who don't know that Mitsuki is Orochimaru's son. Tsunade is angry and the advisers consider Mitsuki to be as dangerous as Orochimaru. Naruto says he's accepted Mitsuki as a shinobi, and Shikamaru adds that Orochimaru's research will be important when fighting the Ōtsutsuki. Boruto and Sarada discuss Mitsuki's loyalty, and how there is much they don't know about him. Sarada says that as shinobi, they must consider every possibility. Boruto wonders if the Hokage Sarada wants to be just has amazing skills, thinks that she of all people would give Mitsuki the benefit of the doubt. Shikadai informs Boruto the village is under increased security alert, that a tracking team is being assembled to look for Mitsuki, and warns Boruto not to do anything stupid. Near the attack site, Boruto finds one of Mitsuki's snakes being attacked by the remnant of one of the attackers. Boruto defeats the remnant, and the snake relays a message to Boruto that this is Mitsuki's will. At night, Boruto prepares to leave for find Mitsuki and confirm his message. Despite the danger, Sarada joins him, and wants to take the snake to Orochimaru to get more information about it.

While on the way to Orochimaru's lab, Sarada warns Boruto that it's guarded by jōnin, so they have to be careful not to get caught. Yamato informs Orochimaru of Mitsuki's escape, and tells Orochimaru to inform him if Mitsuki makes contact. At Konoha, the leadership discusses the merits of Naruto's decision to allow Mitsuki into the village and to proceed. Udon informs them that Boruto and Sarada have gone missing. As Shikadai is likely to know how Boruto will act, Shikamaru considers having his team go after them. Konohamaru asks to go, as the missing genin are his responsibility.

He is conflicted about Mitsuki, and asks Naruto why he placed him on his team. Naruto wanted Konohamaru to get to know Mitsuki without the possible bias of knowing he's Orochimaru's son getting in the way, but regrets that Konohamaru had to find it out like this. Shikamaru doesn't allow him to go. Inojin and Chōchō wonder how Boruto and Sarada came to go after Mitsuki. Shikadai is more concerned with the village turning on them. Moegi arrives and they depart to retrieve Boruto and Sarada. Sarada disguises herself as Mitsuki and draws the jōnin away from Orochimaru's lair, allowing Boruto to slip in unnoticed. While looking for Orochimaru, Boruto finds a tank with a Mitsuki clone growing in it. Suigetsu finds him, and Orochimaru introduces himself to Boruto. Orochimaru explains to Boruto that all the Mitsuki are his experiments. He isn't worried about Mitsuki's disappearance, as if anyone discovers Mitsuki's nature as his experiment, a cursed seal in him will activate, self-destructing Mitsuki so the secrets of his research will remain safe.

Boruto is disconcerted about what Orochimaru is actually worried about. The jōnin trap Sarada in a barrier, but Karin rescues her, tells her Boruto is waiting for her, and transforms into Mitsuki to draw the jōnin away from her. Boruto hands Orochimaru the snake Mitsuki left behind and relays the message it gave him. Orochimaru agrees to further examine the snake. Sarada meets up with Boruto, who asks her if she knew about Mitsuki, having been to that lab before, and shows her the Mitsuki clones. Orochimaru discusses Mitsuki with Log. Karin reveals her ruse to Yamato and escapes. Orochimaru informs the genin the snake had no other messages, distressing Boruto, who fixates on Mitsuki. Orochimaru explains it was Mitsuki's decision to go to Konoha, and asks him what he'll do if it's also his decision to leave it. Boruto and Sarada discuss how they've treated Mitsuki. Boruto confirms to Orochimaru he still trusts Mitsuki, so Orochimaru instructs them to take the snake to the White Snake Sage at Ryūchi Cave so they can learn from the snake's own thoughts. Yamato returns to Orochimaru's lab, asking him why he sent Karin. Orochimaru denies it, and denies that Boruto and Sarada were there when Yamato asks it. Team Moegi intercepts Boruto and Sarada.

Boruto and Sarada question Team 10's presence. They explain they've been sent to bring Boruto and Sarada back to the village, or else they'll be considered missing-nin. They try arguing with the two, but are unable to convince them to return, so they attack. Despite not fighting to kill, Team 10 manages to pressure the two. Inojin tries sealing Boruto, while Chōchō holds Sarada in place. Boruto destroys Inojin's sealing scroll with a Vanishing Rasengan, and Sarada frees herself with a flash bomb. Though they escape, Shikadai is confident he has discerned the pattern of their actions. In Konoha, Temari takes lunch to Shikamaru at work, and questions why Team 10 was assigned to retrieve Boruto and Sarada. Shikamaru says Shikadai has learned from the Byakuya Gang incident, so he'll act even if they're his friends. While Inojin does aerial reconnaissance, Moegi, Shikadai, and Chōchō discuss Mitsuki, and how Boruto and Sarada going after him reflects on everyone else. Shikadai ponders why Sarada, who's so level-headed, would also go off after Mitsuki. Inojin reports there are two sets of Boruto and Sarada. They split up to go after both sets. Moegi defeats the decoys, and the genin catch up to them, having flown with Inojin's drawn beasts. Shikadai is able to predict their strategy, and through a ruse with Inojin, is able to pin down Boruto and Sarada. Shikadai notices Mitsuki's snake with them. Shikamaru elaborates to Temari that he thinks there's more to Mitsuki's disappearance, and that Boruto and Sarada may have found a clue, so he's counting on Shikadai to discover what it is, and make a decision based on it.

Learning of the contents of Mitsuki's message and the circumstances of its discovery, Shikadai decides to join Boruto and Sarada,to everyone's surprise. On her way to the genin, Moegi is attacked by an unknown assailant, and fights back. Shikadai explains how all the inconsistencies of Mitsuki's departure add up. Despite still not being convinced Mitsuki is innocent, he agrees that the best way to learn the truth is from Mitsuki himself. Chōchō decides to join in so Moegi doesn't yell at her for failing to stop them, and Inojin does it so he won't be the only one left behind. The assailant counters Moegi's Water Release with the very same jutsu, and falls back, leading her to realise he was just stalling for time. Moegi gets exasperated when she finds an apology from her genin. Boruto and Sarada explain to the others where they're going and why. Moegi's assailant, Suigetsu, watches as the genin go forward, wondering about Orochimaru's intent. By nightfall, they start approaching Ryūchi Cave.

On their way to Ryūchi Cave, Chōchō and Inojin complain about hunger and distance. Boruto reiterates the need to have the White Snake Sage analyse the snake Mitsuki left them. Sarada explains some of what Orochimaru told them about Ryūchi Cave. She notices footprints on the ground, and discerns they're theirs, realises they've been going in circles. Boruto says they have to keep going. They're watched by three ornately dressed women, who upon noting they're not simply lost, decide to check them out. The genin arrive at a richly decorated gate to Ryūchi Cave, finding it not to be what they expected, and are greeted by a hostess. The hostess introduces herself as Tagorihime, who welcomes them to relax. Boruto asks about the White Snake Sage, and Tagorihime says he's in a temple, and can arrange for Boruto to meet him. Inojin and Chōchō begin to eat, despite Boruto's warnings about what kind of place Ryūchi Cave is supposed to be. Though not as eager, Sarada and Shikadai accept Tagorihime's hospitality, while Boruto remains suspicious. When Tagorihime mentions Mitsuki, Boruto notices they didn't mention the name to her, and alerts the others. Tagorihime's face distorts into that of a snake as she says they should have just eaten the food. The facade of their location dissolves. Tagorihime laments missing out on eating the chakra of children, and a voice in the fog speaks to her, reminding her they didn't fail the test to weed out those searching for Ryūchi Cave. Tagorihime retreats into the fog, telling them they not to assume they'll survive until the end. They venture deeper into the fog, towards the next source of light. They get separated in the fog, and Boruto follows another figure into the cave.

A door closes behind him, and he notices the door has grooves where stone bits in the room fit. Ichikishimahime congratulates him, always disappearing when Boruto looks at her and reappearing elsewhere. She explains he'll only be able to leave if he fills out all the spaces on the boulder. Revealing her snake face, Ichikishimahime explains she doesn't like fresh chakra, and prefers faint, weak chakra she can drink. Boruto takes his time filling the wall, but there's one groove none of the stones fit into. Boruto doesn't want to waste time there when he can search for Mitsuki. Ichikishimahime asks if Boruto is there to acquire the Sage's power, and he says he's only there to find Mitsuki. Boruto breaks a stone by accident, and thinks to break other stones to make them fit the last groove. Boruto passes the trial, and is bitten by another snakewoman, Tagitsuhime, who says she'll test his heart. Boruto begins to see visions of his friends berating him for being inconsiderate of others and endangering them. Boruto is resolute in finding Mitsuki, and passes the trial. Tagitsuhime says he has earned the right to meet the White Snake Sage, and that his friends are up ahead. He finds them unconscious, but unharmed, and wakes them up. They meet up with the White Snake Sage, and explain Orochimaru pointed them in his direction. The Sage comments on how Orochimaru has changed. The Sage follows up explaining the trials he went through were for learning senjutsu, but Boruto reiterates his goal, something the Sage is uninterested in helping with. However, she agrees to help on the condition of dealing with Garaga, a giant snake that has been troubling her, by bringing her Garaga's reverse scale. The group leaves to find Garaga, and the trial snakewomen ask the Sage if she really should have made that promise, but the Sage doubts they'll survive facing Garaga at all.

On their way to Garaga's nest, the genin explain to Chōchō what a reverse scale is. Sarada thinks back to their lesson on the Summoning Technique in the Academy. They find very large snake tracks on the ground, and follow it to an open area that has seen damage. The genin recall the Sage's explanation of Garaga going into frenzies over having lost an eye in battle. They get startled when coming across some snake statues, and find Garaga, who attacks them. Shikadai tries paralysing him, but Garaga is too big for him and breaks through his jutsu. Boruto spots Garaga's reverse scale, but Garaga moves before he can attack. Sarada is thrown aside by Garaga's movement, and is almost eaten, but another snake intervenes, biting Garaga, giving the genin a chance to escape. At Konoha, Moegi arrives alone for her report, and gives Shikamaru the shōgi piece Shikadai left behind, which confirms his suspicions something is amiss with Mitsuki's departure. Uō's condition is stabilising, so Sakura has Yurito deliver Naruto a report. Tsunade discusses the situation with Naruto and Shikamaru, when Yurito delivers the report. Sarada thinks the blue snake was trying to protect her.

The blue snake finds them, and introduces himself as Aoda, a summoning snake who has pledged loyalty to Sasuke. Garaga has a fit over Aoda's interference. The genin explain their situation to Aoda. Shikadai notices Aoda doesn't have a reverse scale, and asks if Garaga's the only one who does. Aoda explains most violent snakes have them, and that they become milder once their reverse scale is removed. Aoda wants to escort them back to Konoha, but Sarada insists on their task. Shikamaru speculates on who would have knowledge to target Mitsuki. Teams 5 and 15 worry about Boruto and the others. Yurito steals something from the room where Uō is recovering. Hinata and Sakura meet on the office's entrance, where Hinata apologizes for Boruto taking Sarada with him, but Sakura says Sarada is responsible for her own decisions. Shikadai has devised a plan involving Boruto, Chōchō, and Aoda. An enlarged Chōchō challenges Garaga, creating a distraction for Inojin to cover his remaining eye with ink. Shikadai pins Garaga with his shadow, aided by Aoda and Chōchō to hold him in place. Boruto and Sarada try to get the reverse scale, but Garaga manages to dodge them, and hits Chōchō with a venom that petrifies her.

Aoda protects the genin from Garaga's attacks. Aoda asks Sarada to leave, but Boruto isn't willing to back down, and lands a Wind Release on Garaga. Garaga leaves when he learns they want his Reverse Scale. Shikadai asks Aoda about Garaga's retreat, and Aoda explains Garaga moved to his feeding ground, where he has an advantage. Aoda is exhausted and injured, and cautions them not to touch Garaga's Reverse Scale, which turns those who touch it into stone. Sakura leaves the room where Uō is recovering, and Yurito tries injecting him with something. Before he can do it, Uō is revealed to be a transformed Moegi. Joined by Sakura, they wonder why Yurito would turn traitor, and he drops the syringe, the poison gas creating a distraction he uses to escape. Yurito comes across Team 5 and tries to direct them to the medical unit, but Udon knows that's where Yurito is supposed to be stationed, exposing him. Yurito takes Denki hostage, but Denki frees himself with a flash bomb. Metal Lee and Iwabee attack. Udon suspects something is amiss, and confirms it when he breaks the genjutsu on Yurito. Before Udon can question him, a centipede-like creature crawls up Yurito's body and detonates.

Sekiei informs Kirara her genjutsu was broken, and that his trap took care of it. Kirara leaves to make her report. Kokuyō wants everyone to stay on schedule with the plan. Sekiei continues with Mitsuki. The genin have trouble seeing Garaga's attacks, because he camouflages himself in his feeding ground, which is also dark. Inojin tries scouting in one if his drawings, but is attacked and retreats. He saves Boruto from another attack, who thanks him for his quick drawing. Inojin points out he didn't draw that fast, but used the drawing he was riding when he was attacked, which Garaga didn't destroy.

This gives Shikadai an idea of how to counter Garaga. Shikadai deduces Garaga is tracking them through heat, which Inojin's drawings don't emit. Using shadow clones to throw Garaga off, Boruto is able to land a Vanishing Rasengan on Garaga's Reverse Scale, giving the others an opportunity to use explosive tags to collapse the ceiling on top of him. Garaga emerges from the rubble, so Shikadai tries holding him with his shadow, while Boruto propels himself to get the scale. Garaga opens his blind eye. Boruto enters Garaga's mind, and learns how Garaga lost his eye, when he acted as a summoning snake for a shinobi. His summoner wanted to retreat during a battle, but he wanted to keep fighting, so his summoner used Lightning Release against him, costing him his eye. Boruto explains why they need his scale, and the two argue about betrayal, Garaga wanting to see how Mitsuki's betrayal will lead to Boruto's death. Boruto decides not to take Garaga's scale by force, but decides to enter a summoning contract with him, so he'll be able to watch. Garaga agrees, adding that he'll eat Boruto if he can't get Mitsuki back. They return to the White Snake Sage, Chōchō restored, and when she asks about the scale, Boruto summons Garaga. The White Snake Sage reveals her true form, and shows them Mitsuki's snake's thoughts. Mitsuki had the snake stop the hearts of the guards to convince the assailants they were dead. They told him he could find answers to his questions if he went with them to the Land of Earth. Boruto is glad Mitsuki saved the guard, but Shikadai points out he still went with the enemy. The genin leave for the Land of Earth.

The genin leave the foggy limits of the cave. Chōchō feels tired and claims to have a spotty memory on what happened. Boruto is relieved Mitsuki isn't a traitor. Naruto and Shikamaru visit Uō at the medical unit, where Sakura says he can't speak for long. Uō tells them the assailants were Iwagakure shinobi, who asked if Mitsuki wanted to go with them to the Land of Earth, and that one of them was puppet-like. Shikadai is still open to the possibility Mitsuki is a traitor. Boruto points out Mitsuki wants to know the answer they spoke about. Shikadai wants Chōchō and Inojin to return to Konohagakure, to alert them of their discoveries.

Yurito is alive, but in critical condition, and Shikamaru blames himself for not noticing it sooner. Sai informs Naruto and Shikamaru that the jutsu that injured Yurito was Explosive Clay. Kokuyō, Sekiei, and Mitsuki approach the border with the Land of Earth. Sekiei points out that once Mitsuki enters the Land of Earth, he'll have betrayed Konohagakure, and asks what betrayal feels like. At Iwagakure, Kirara discusses the situation with Kakō, who says Kū will pass judgement. Kū says they still have time, and he and a doctor enter an area with several of the puppet-like creatures. On their way back, Chōchō and Inojin find paralysed jōnin.

Kokuyō kills one of the puppet-like creatures struggling to keep up with them. Sekiei explains to Mitsuki they're Akuta, created with kinjutsu by Kū, and that they can't live long like humans. Kokuyō tells Sekiei to stop telling Mitsuki things. Sekiei has taken a liking to Mitsuki. Shikadai, Boruto, and Sarada are catching up with them. Mirai tells Konohamaru she has learned about Mitsuki being Orochimaru's son, but Konohamaru assures her he doesn't hate Mitsuki. Naruto calls Kurotsuchi, informs her of the situation, and requests permission for his tracker to enter Iwagakure.

He also tells her Boruto and Sarada are tracking the assailants. Kurotsuchi denies permission for trackers to enter Iwagakure, at least until she has conducted her own investigation to make sure the targets are indeed Iwagakure shinobi. Konoha shinobi are attacked by Akuta. Boruto's group arrives at the destroyed Akuta, which Boruto recognises. Kokuyō detects they're being pursued, and instructs Sekiei to go on ahead with Mitsuki, while he and the remaining Akuta deal with the pursuers. Kokuyō deals with several Konoha trackers, the battle catching the attention of Boruto's group. They arrive to see Kokuyō victorious, and he asks if they're also trackers.

Kokuyō introduces himself to Boruto, Sarada, and Shikadai, who notice he defeated several shinobi. Despite the danger he poses, the genin want to defeat him to get to Mitsuki. Kokuyō and his Akuta attack, surprising the genin with their speed. Boruto uses shadow clones to distract Kokuyō from Shikadai's jutsu, but he dodges it regardless. He uses his tonfa as a ranged weapon to finish off Boruto's remaining clone. Sarada blocks the Akuta's attack on her, and Kokuyō claims his powers don't come from jutsu, which he can't use, but from pure strength. Boruto manages to dodge Kokuyō's attack, and uses Wind Release to throw him in the air, Sarada throwing the Akuta at him. Kokuyō knocks the Akuta aside, which Shikadai pins down upon landing, allowing Boruto to destroy it with a Rasengan. Kokuyō attacks Sarada faster than she can react with her Sharingan, and uses his tonfa to cause a rockslide.

Before Kokuyō can attack Sarada again, Chōchō arrives and lands a hit on him, also throwing the rocks on him. Joined by Inojin, they explain they turned back when they found defeated Konoha shinobi. Shikadai tells Boruto and Sarada to go on ahead, while he, Chōchō, and Inojin deal with Kokuyō. Sekiei notices Kokuyō is taking time to catch up, and simply states he's strong when Mitsuki asks if he trusts Kokuyō. A couple Akuta manifest from the ground and update Sekiei on the situation. Sekiei doesn't allow Mitsuki to stay with him, and has the Akuta guard him, while he goes to deal with Boruto and Sarada. The two narrowly avoid an explosive butterfly from Sekiei, who asks them how they got past Kokuyō. Sarada notices he kneads chakra into the clay to make it explode, and Sekiei explains that Explosive Clay was the jutsu implanted on him. Boruto summons Garaga, much to Sekiei's excitement. Garaga doesn't attack, and throwing Boruto off of him, says that despite entering a contract with him, he never said anything about helping him. Kokuyō exhausts Chōchō, so Shikadai gives Inojin an opening to try sealing him.

The genin retreat while Kokuyō breaks through the seal, and when considering they're weak, but wise, wonders if that is a human strength. Garaga laughs at Boruto as he struggles against Sekiei. When Boruto tells Sekiei he and Mitsuki are friends, he asks Boruto if that's something Boruto simply decided, and Boruto answers that is one more reason to reach Mitsuki, to really get to know him. Garaga tells Boruto that if he agrees to become his underling, he might help. Boruto tells Garaga that if he's not going to help, he should just leave. Sekiei attacks Boruto, but Garaga protects him. Garaga attacks Sekiei, who suddenly feels ill, giving Boruto an opportunity to strike, but his attack is blocked by Mitsuki. Mitsuki checks on Sekiei, and reiterates to Boruto and Sarada his decision to go with the Iwagakure shinobi. Boruto offers Mitsuki his forehead protector back, but Mitsuki attacks him. Garaga scoffs at Boruto. Kokuyō trusts Mitsuki, and they leave with Sekiei. Boruto passes out.

When Mitsuki leaves Konoha, he meets with Sekiei, Kokuyō, and Kirara. Mitsuki asks about the Akuta with them and if meeting their creator would answer his question about one's will, and Kokuyō explains their provenance. Uō and Saō find them out, and Mitsuki attacks them so the others wouldn't kill them, faking their deaths, and leaving a snake behind with a message for Boruto. On their way to the Land of Earth, Mitsuki coaches Sekiei in human mannerisms. Sekiei's body begins to break down, so Kokuyō leaves to get help, leaving Mitsuki to look after Sekiei. Kurotsuchi visits her grandfather, who is under Akatsuchi's care. Kontsuchi asks her how Ōnoki is, but Kurotsuchi says he's in no condition to answer the questions she wants to ask.

While discussing who should investigate the matter Naruto warned her about, Kurotsuchi's group is attacked by Kū and Kakō, who demand she step down from her position as Tsuchikage. As she attacks him, Kurotsuchi seemingly recognises Kū and is shocked. As Sekiei's health deteriorates, Mitsuki gives him flowers to cheer him up. Mitsuki explains eating and brushing one's teeth to Sekiei, and the two end up talking about their creators, Orochimaru and Kū. They also discuss death, wondering what it would take for Mitsuki to cry. Sekiei ambushes Mitsuki, putting an explosive centipede around his neck, and questions him about faking the death of the Konoha shinobi and the snake he left behind.

Mitsuki explains it was a message telling Boruto he left by his own volition, and not to look for him. Sekiei asks more about Boruto, who still believed Mitsuki was his friend, and how Mitsuki feels about him. Mitsuki explains how Boruto is his sun, how close friends share secrets, and that he's unsure whether this feeling is genuine or was created by someone else. Mitsuki helps Sekiei, and Kokuyō returns with Kakō and Kirara, who injects Sekiei with something that stabilises him. They find it suspicious Sekiei's health failed around Mitsuki, and want to knock him unconscious before continuing. Mitsuki says he agreed to go with them, but not with being captured. Sekiei wakes up and vouches for Mitsuki, comparing his loneliness to theirs, and secretly telling Mitsuki they share a secret now, making them close friends. In Iwagakure, Kurotsuchi is held captive while Kū creates more Akuta. The Konoha genin look over an unconscious Boruto.

Sarada watches in disbelief as Mitsuki attacks Boruto. Boruto loses consciousness, and dreams of Team 7. Sarada updates Shikadai on what happened, while Inojin and Chōchō look around for enemies, concerned about the enemy's strength. One of the defeated Akuta manages to reform itself. Sarada thinks they should return to Konoha, despite the punishment for leaving, so they can report what they know. However, Shikadai wants to continue into the Land of Earth, because the situation with the Akuta is something he believes will threaten the peace. The reformed Akuta takes a liking to Inojin, so Shikadai thinks it should join them for the moment, as it's evidence of what has been happening, and it's not being aggressive towards them. Since it likes Inojin, he's picked to keep an eye of the Akuta.

Boruto continues to dream of his friends, but Garaga intrudes on it to remind him of the agreement between them regarding Mitsuki. Garaga chases Boruto, who is taken away by Mitsuki. Inojin tries bonding with the Akuta, drawing birds for it to chase, but has to intervene when it tries attacking a rabbit. In his dream, Boruto feels the pain where Mitsuki attacked him, and Mitsuki's words encouraging to keep running away make him realize he's dreaming. In his dream, Garaga berates Boruto for clinging to his friends, and running away from betrayal without learning anything. Boruto realizes something, thanking Garaga for making him realise it, and wakes up. Shikadai asks for his opinion on their next step. Boruto still wants to go after Mitsuki. Bec Boruto plans on asking Ōnoki for help, recalling his invitation to visit him if he's ever in the Land of Earth. They continue their way to the Land of Earth.

The genin decide Inojin should stay behind because taking the Akuta with them would attract too much attention. If anything happens to the others, Inojin is to return to Konohagakure with the Akuta as evidence. They hope Ōnoki can help him find out more about the ones Mitsuki left with. Naruto, Sai, and Shikamaru discuss sending men to Iwagakure, since they can no longer contact Kurotsuchi, despite the risk of igniting a conflict. Konohamaru arrives and requests to be assigned to the mission, even after Naruto stresses the diplomatic implications. Konohamaru disguises himself as an Anbu and departs. Boruto, Sarada, Shikadai, and Chōchō notice no extra security on the main entrance, but decide to follow the water mains on the sides. In the cave where they were left, Inojin makes a grave for a dead animal the Akuta finds.

From the normal appearance of things in Iwagakure, Shikadai surmises that Kokuyō was no ordinary shinobi, and is likely affiliated with a clandestine group with no formal ties to Iwagakure. While discussing their next step, Chōchō's stomach growls loudly, drawing attention from the crowd, including Akatsuchi. They draw attention of a diner owner, and get in to eat so Chōchō will stop drawing attention. Their knowledge of Ōnoki impresses the diner owner, and they get him to tell them where Ōnoki lives. Akatsuchi follows them from a distance. Inojin has the Akuta pick a new name for itself, and it picks Akkun. The genin arrive at Ōnoki's residence, and are met by Akatsuchi, who informs them the Hokage told them they might show up, and that Kurotsuchi has disappeared, while a cover story was released. He tells them Ōnoki is probably in the old part of Iwagakure, and that he'll be happy to see someone he invited. Akatsuchi takes them to see Ōnoki, who is happy to see them, but denies being able to help them. After he leaves, the genin and Akatsuchi are attacked by a group of Akuta. Kū arrives and addresses Ōnoki as his father and superior, telling him that the test subject is ready, shocking everyone.

Boruto asks Ōnoki for an explanation, but he gives none. Boruto begins to walk towards him, but Kū immobilises him. The genin are surprised by the turn of events. Ōnoki apologises, and tells Akatsuchi to stay out of it. Ōnoki claims it's for the sake of peace. Naruto calls Kurotsuchi's office, and Kontsuchi picks up, informing him that she still hasn't returned and it might be a while before she does, and that there no new developments that require immediate attention. Kontsuchi is being controlled by Kirara through genjutsu. Naruto and Shikamaru suspect something is up, and hope to hear from Konohamaru. On his way to Iwagakure, Konohamaru finds paralysed Konoha shinobi. Akatsuchi demands explanations from Ōnoki. Ōnoki orders Kū to release Boruto, who asks what he meant by for the sake of peace. Ōnoki claims it's to prevent the repeating of a tragedy.

Five years prior, Iwagakure was attacked by rogue ninja, and many young shinobi lost their lives. He points out Konoha was also recently attacked, by the Ōtsutsuki. He wants there to be someone to fight these threats instead of risking the lives of the youth, and that Mitsuki will help him with that. Sekiei meets up with Mitsuki, telling him he has to take him to Kū. He shows Mitsuki to his room, and shows them how the Akuta are created. Mitsuki notices there are many, and Sekiei explains they'll soon have more Akuta than there are shinobi in Iwagakure to protect young lives. Mitsuki asks if they'll die in their place. Kokuyō and Kakō arrive, and are displeased with Sekiei showing Mitsuki around. Sekiei takes Mitsuki to see his room, and Kakō volunteers to end Mitsuki already, while Kokuyō wants to wait for further orders. Ōnoki says Mitsuki will help him with the final stage of their plans, but Shikadai points out that if it gets out that he harmed Konoha shinobi, the Hokage will take action. Ōnoki says he planned to do everything in secret, and has no intention of hurting them. Boruto begins fighting Kū, who has the Akuta attack as well. They discover their masks are their weak spot when one of them collapses when Sarada destroys it. Kū imprisons Boruto with an earth barrier, which Akatsuchi breaks with his earth golem. Kū destroys Akatsuchi's golem with Dust Release. The genin want to retreat to their rendezvous point. Kū exchanges blows with Akatsuchi, sending him flying towards a pillar, which collapses on top of Ōnoki's vehicle. Boruto saves Ōnoki. One of the Akuta manages to capture Shikadai. Kokuyō and Kakō hurry past Sekiei and Mitsuki, who finds it suspicious. Mitsuki asks about the drawings on Sekiei's room. Sekiei explains they're his, and that his master created them to protect the people he cherishes. Sekiei wants to create friendships worth protecting so he can get stronger. He asks Mitsuki for confirmation that humans grow stronger when they have someone to protect.

Mitsuki is surprised by the question, but confirms it. Sekiei shows him a drawing of them. Shikadai is imprisoned in a cell next to Kurotsuchi. She recognizes him as Shikamaru's son, and asks what he'd doing there. Shikadai begins explaining. A doctor arrives for Mitsuki's examination. It reveals the juinjutsu that would destroy Mitsuki to prevent information about Orochimaru's experiments being discovered. Kurotsuchi explains to Shikadai it all started when she rejected one of Ōnoki's proposals in the wake of the attack five years prior. Ōnoki created prototype Akuta to protect the village, but they misbehaved and attack them. Kurotsuchi disavowed their development, as the villages agreed to stand by each other in emergencies, and the Akuta development would jeopardise that. Ōnoki continued his Akuta development in secret, as well as the artificial humans. Kurotsuchi and Shikadai plan to break out. Kū grows impatient with the Akuta being unable to find Ōnoki. The genin move through Iwagakure at night, avoiding the Akuta.

As Boruto moves around at night with Ōnoki, taking care to avoid the Akuta, but triggers barrier tags. Ōnoki wakes up the next morning, wondering why Boruto saved him. Boruto presses him for further explanation of his plans. Ōnoki insists it's for the sake of peace, and that young shinobi are now weak and unreliable. Boruto decides to leave him, but Ōnoki informs him they're in the Sanzu Plains, which is surrounded by a powerful barrier that makes it difficult to leave once one is inside. Ōnoki explains the plains are a shinobi training ground where one can only leave when they find their heart stone, a simple pebble that requires one to train intensely to find. Boruto tries using shadow clones to find it, but the barrier prevents him from using jutsu, and Ōnoki explains no one else comes to the plains any more, so they're unlikely to be found by third parties. Kokuyō and Kakō report to Kū they have yet to find Ōnoki. Kū wants them to deploy more Akuta for the search, confident that Kirara will be able to keep the villagers from noticing their presence, and dismisses Kakō's suggestion to eliminate witnesses, as that would go against Ōnoki's plan.

Kirara shows Mitsuki her belongings. Kakō passes on Kū's orders, and Sekiei explains to Mitsuki that Konoha shinobi came looking for him, but Kū chased them away. Mitsuki wants to meet with Kū. Inojin tries teaching Akkun the names of his teammates. Sarada and Chōchō arrive, telling him there are many Akuta around, and are concern when learning that Boruto and Shikadai haven't arrived. Ōnoki gives Boruto food and water as thanks for saving him, and the two continue to forage for sustenance. Ōnoki wants Boruto to admit that book learning during times of peace and plenty has made young shinobi weaker, and Boruto asks if he truly believes they were better off during times of war. Ōnoki stresses that his point is about the value of experience and training, pointing out the presence of powerful enemies like the Ōtsutsuki Boruto himself has fought.

Ōnoki explains that is why he created Kū and the others, Kū in particular made from his own cells. He invited Mitsuki to Iwagakure because he was made with similar technology, and could help him further develop synthetic humans to fight instead of risking young lives. Mitsuki meets Kū, who wants to analyse Mitsuki to learn more about how he was created. Mitsuki points out the juinjutsu on his heart, but Kū explains it's an old juinjutsu they can get around of with time. Mitsuki asks Kū about the will of synthetic individuals like themselves, and Kū advises him to ask the who created him. The two continue to discuss the nature of will. The other synthetic humans discuss the human condition, but Kakō and Kirara begin to break down. In the Sanzu Plains, Boruto and Ōnoki prepare for another night.

However Boruto is frustrated with being stuck in the Sanzu Plains, while Ōnoki reiterates they can only leave if he finds his Heart Stone, which Ōnoki finds unlikely, since Boruto entered the plains by accident instead of with the intent to train. While walking through the plains, Boruto stumbles across Sekki, an Iwagakure genin who failed out early in the last Chūnin Exams. Ōnoki asks what he's doing there, and Sekki explains he's been looking for his Heart Stone.

Sekki asks what Boruto is doing there with Ōnoki, but before he can explain Ōnoki's machinations, he assumes Ōnoki did something heroic. Ōnoki later asks Boruto why didn't tell Sekki the truth about him, and Boruto says it'd be no use. Ōnoki tells Sekki Boruto will help him find his Heart Stone, telling Boruto under his breath that if he finds it, they'll be able to leave with Sekki. Sekiei thanks Mitsuki for coming while the two watch over Kirara and Kakō. The doctor reports to Kū that the juinjutsu on Mitsuki's heart is making analysis difficult, and that to make use of the technology behind it, they'd need human hearts for each of the synthetic humans. Kū ponders what to do, as Ōnoki wouldn't approve sacrificing humans for them. Akatsuchi leaves Iwagakure to inform Naruto about what happened, but struggles against pursuing Akuta. Konohamaru saves him. Boruto helps Sekki look for his Heart Stone. The two end up discussing, and Sekki attacks Boruto with his technique that doesn't require chakra. Boruto dodges it easily, but later notices the damage it caused to the rock Sekki hit.

When Ōnoki's back gives out, Sekki gives him a back rub, like he used to do for his grandmother. Something in the plains watches the three. Konohamaru determines the area most heavily guarded by the Akuta. The doctor prepares Shikadai for a procedure, but he escapes using his shadow to stop himself from inhaling knockout gas. Sekiei informs Kū that Kirara's genjutsu is failing. Konohamaru infiltrates Iwagakure. When Sekki's resolve begins to falter, Ōnoki passes on words the First Tsuchikage said to him. Boruto and Sekki go get more water, and are attacked by a giant wolf. Boruto has Sekki use his technique, and propels him so he can land the hit on the wolf. The stone he was holding during the attack turns out to be his Heart Stone, its side looking like Sekki's grandmother. His stone glows, along with others in the ground, pointing the way out of the plains. Sekiei reports to Kū that Kontsuchi is regaining consciousness, and Kū decides to take control of Iwagakure. Ōnoki stands by his plan to Boruto, and says he has more to show him. Kū looks at his hand, which is beginning to crack down.

Boruto asks Ōnoki where he's taking him. Ōnoki says it's a place that'll make him understand the motivation behind his plan. They arrive at a location and Ōnoki explains this is where his grandson Kozuchi died. Kontsuchi is informed of what transpired while he was under genjutsu, and moves to notify the other villages, but Kū and the other synthetic humans have already taken control of Iwagakure with the Akuta. Kū is disappointed by Iwagakure's situation under Kurotsuchi, and leaves the Akuta under Kokuyō's command. Kokuyō informs him Shikadai has escaped, but Kū is more concerned with finding Ōnoki. Ōnoki explains how after the Fourth Shinobi World War, the villages suffered a massive loss of life, but Iwagakure managed to rebuild. Kozuchi was excited to become a genin, and wanted Ōnoki to live long enough to see him become Tsuchikage. Ōnoki told him one who is Tsuchikage must never run away and face every adversity. One day, when some shinobi tried to steal village secrets, Kozuchi tried to stop them and was fatally injured. When Kurotsuchi explained Kozuchi tried to stop them by himself until reinforcements arrived, Ōnoki realised his words were the cause of that attitude, and blamed himself for his death.

Wanting to actualise Kozuchi's will, Ōnoki developed the Akuta to fight instead of risking the lives of young shinobi. One day, Ōnoki was approached by a doctor who shared his opinion, and had made a discovery that was a breakthrough for his plan. They created Kū and the other fabrications to lead the Akuta. Ōnoki explains he never intended there to be fighting, and will release the Konoha genin after his plan is completed. Boruto asks him what was the sample that the doctor showed him. Ōnoki reveals it was a White Zetsu. Boruto is incredulous that Ōnoki risked using something so dangerous, and Ōnoki agrees there's much they don't know, and that is why they needed Mitsuki, to stabilise them. Ōnoki assures him that Mitsuki will be free to do as he pleases after they stabilise the synthetic humans.

Kū has taken control of Iwagakure and imprisoned those who tried to interfere. Five of the captured shinobi are to be used as sources of hearts for them if Ōnoki approves. Boruto understands Ōnoki's benevolent intentions, but points out that when he fought the synthetic humans, they had personalities, and wonders if they're really different from humans. Ōnoki is confident that what Boruto sees as will in the fabrications are merely functions. Boruto asks if he truly believes that, pointing out how strongly Ōnoki's belief in will is, recalling their conversation in Konohagakure. Ōnoki is taken aback, but assures him he doesn't know about the fabrications. Boruto counters that he knows Mitsuki, and saw how they interacted, and knows Mitsuki has a will, pointing out Ōnoki has no real proof the fabrications lack a will of their own. He asks how different it is from sacrificing real shinobi. The two can't reconcile their beliefs, and Kakō arrives for Ōnoki.

Kakō informs Ōnoki their plan is at a standstill, requesting him to return immediately, and asking if he can take Boruto into custody. Ōnoki agrees, not wanting Boruto to alert Konohagakure of his plans. Kakō tries capturing Boruto, but Ōnoki stresses he must not be injured. Boruto attacks with shuriken and a shadow clone. Kakō is delighted to witness human fighting instinct. Inojin, Sarada, and Chōchō are concerned by Boruto and Shikadai's continued absence, and leave to look for them. They find an injured Akatsuchi and inform him of their situation. Boruto continues to fight Kakō, using clones to attack him with wired and electrified kunai, and taijutsu. Kakō destroys his clones with Dust Release. Keeping his distance, Boruto throws and explosive tag kunai, its explosion attracting the attention of the Konoha genin. Inojin takes Akatsuchi back to the cave, while Sarada and Chōchō go to the explosion site. Boruto creates more clones to fight Kakō, who finds the feeling exhilarating. Boruto manages to stab Kakō, but it turns out to be a rock clone. Sarada and Chōchō arrive just in time to prevent Kakō from using Dust Release. Kakō is excited to have more opponents. Kū commands the Akuta looking for Shikadai.

Shikadai destroys an Akuta when approaching the Tsuchikage's office, but is spotted by another, and manages to make a call to the Hokage's office, where Shikamaru picks up the phone. The two talk, and Shikadai manages to escape before Kū arrives with Akuta. Boruto, Sarada, and Chōchō struggle against Kakō, having to keep their distance to avoid his Dust Release. Boruto notices he had an opportunity to attack them with it and didn't, and wonders about why. Kirara finds Akkun by the cave where the genin are staying, and uses her genjutsu against Inojin when he attempts to seal her. Shikamaru informs Naruto, Kakashi, and Tsunade of what Shikadai told him. Naruto and Shikamaru want Kakashi and Tsunade, as former Hokage, to explain the situation to other villages, while Naruto deals with the daimyō, in getting permission to interfere with Iwagakure's affairs. Sarada analysis Kakō while Boruto and Chōchō attack him.

She determines that after using Dust Release, there's a window of 20 seconds where Kakō can't use ninjutsu, and uses the opportunity to attack him with Fire Release. Kakō tries forcing more Dust Release attacks during the window, and the strain causes his body to begin to break down. Ōnoki watches from afar. Kakō manages to corner Boruto, but the strain of a big Dust Release attack is too much for his body to handle, and he dies. Boruto thanks Sarada and Chōchō for their help. Ōnoki asks why Kakō didn't obey him, and Boruto reiterates that the Fabrications have a will of their own. Inojin arrives and holds Boruto hostage, being under Kirara's genjutsu. She wants to take everyone to Kū.

Ōnoki escorts the captured Konoha genin and Akatsuchi, keeping them from interfering with his plans. They arrive at Iwagakure, and Ōnoki is shocked to see remnants of battles all over the village. He asks Kirara about what happened, and she instructs him to ask Kū directly. Kū says all is going smoothly according to plan, and Ōnoki questions it, asking where are the villagers and why are there Akuta roaming the streets. Kū claims the situation has changed drastically in his absence, that the Fabrications' lives already beginning to run out, and that he has secured humans from whom to harvest hearts. Boruto questions Ōnoki on what he claimed had been the Fabrications' objective. Ōnoki denounces Kū's actions as the opposite of his will, as he intends to sacrifice young lives instead of saving them. Kū shows him his deterioration, but Ōnoki orders him to release those in his custody. Kū questions Ōnoki's commitment to his own plan and his willingness to sacrifice the Fabrications, and knocks him out.

The other Fabrications question his action, but Kū rationalises it as Ōnoki being temporarily not in his right mind. Kū takes Ōnoki inside, orders preparations for the transplants to begin, and allows the other Fabrications to do as they please with the genin. They briefly discuss the Fabrications' purpose and nature, and just as the Akuta are about to attack the genin, an explosive tag kunai is thrown at them, the smoke of the explosion giving them cover to escape. Shikadai calls them out and frees them, wanting to take the opportunity to leave the village while many of the Akuta are watching over captured citizens. Kokuyō catches up to them and blocks their path.

Shikadai wants Boruto and Sarada to go after Mitsuki while they deal with Kokuyō. Akkun wakes up and remembers Inojin being taken, and leaves to look for him. Kirara intercepts Boruto and Sarada, who know she uses genjutsu, Sarada activates her Sharingan. Team 10 struggles against Kokuyō, and Shikadai risks himself to let the others escape. The doctor is preparing for the transplants, and Sekiei thanks Mitsuki for what he's done for them. Shikadai lures Kokuyō to a trap he had Inojin set up, hiding a source of light for after Kokuyō destroyed the ones around it, noting that as he lacks jutsu, he has no long-range attacks. Kokuyō tries forcing his way out of Shikadai's jutsu, but Chōchō lands a hit first.

Kokuyō hits back, but begins to crack down and deteriorate, and wishes to see how strong his opponents really are. Akkun is getting nearer to them. Konohamaru finds the Akuta production site, and Mitsuki finds him. Shikadai wants Chōchō to land another hit, and Inojin points out he's learned their strategy. Shikadai says there's another jutsu Inojin can use, but Inojin isn't sure it'll work on him. Shikadai says it's what they have. Shikadai uses himself as bait, and Inojin is able to take over Kokuyō's body with the Mind Body Switch Technique. Kokuyō is able to force Inojin out and dodge Chōchō's Human Bullet Tank.

He moves to attack Inojin, but Akkun obstructs his vision, giving them another shot. Kokuyō destroys Akkun's mask when dealing with him, but receives a heavy hit from Chōchō. Kokuyō can't understand how humans endanger themselves to fight, and Shikadai explains they make up with other kinds of strength, such as strength of heart. Kokuyō denies having such strength as he lacks a heart, but Shikadai points out Inojin was able to take him over. Kokuyō ponders it as he dies. Akkun manages to say Inojin's name before perishing. Inojin tries to downplay Akkun's death while crying. Kirara has paralyzed Boruto and Sarada with her genjutsu, intending on playing with them.

Ku tends to Ōnoki, who tries to dissuade Kū from continuing his plans, but Kū continues to believe Ōnoki's weakness is clouding his judgement. Team 10 is exhausted after fighting Kokuyō and wonder how Boruto and Sarada are faring. Caught in Kirara's genjutsu, she controls their movements like a puppeteer. Sarada tries breaking the genjutsu on Boruto with her Sharingan, but Kirara forces him to close his eyes. She wants to play with them like they're dolls, drawing out their injuries. Ōnoki ponders on Boruto's assessment of the Fabrications' will and Kū's own words and actions. He thinks back to first meeting and naming Kū, as well as the other four Fabrications. Ōnoki tries leaving his room, but his path is blocked by an Akuta.

The doctor tends to Sekiei's deterioration, and Sekiei asks him how their lives will be after receiving hearts. He's not concerned about being strong, but with protecting his friends. The doctor leaves Sekiei alone with Mitsuki. Sekiei tells Mitsuki he heard of Kokuyō's and Kakō's deaths, and recounts his feelings about it. He asks Mitsuki how that'll change once he has a heart, and Mitsuki explains having a heart doesn't make one human. Mitsuki relays Kū's orders to the doctor. Having made back from the Sanzu Plains, Sekki has been avoiding the Akuta, and runs into Akatsuchi, who updates him on what has happened. As all other shinobi have been imprisoned, Akatsuchi tasks Sekki with rescuing Ōnoki. Mitsuki shows Sekiei a completed artificial heart.

An Akuta updates Kirara on their heart situation. Not wanting to miss it, she makes Boruto and Sarada stop holding back as she leaves. Sarada is able to put herself under a new genjutsu by looking at her Sharingan's reflection on Boruto's sword, then breaks the genjutsu on him. As Mitsuki is about to deliver Kū his heart, Boruto and Sarada arrive. Mitsuki holds them at bay with a Lightning Release, and Kū binds their movement with an Earth Release. Boruto tries appealing to Mitsuki not to help Kū. Mitsuki hands Kū the heart, and while he celebrates, Mitsuki strikes him from behind. Kū drops the heart, revealed to be disguised snakes. All are shocked by the betrayal. They hear explosions from afar, those being Konohamaru destroying the Akuta production site as arranged with Mitsuki. Kurotsuchi frees the captured Iwagakure shinobi. Ōnoki manages to escape his room. Team 7 faces against the remaining Fabrications.

The damage Mitsuki inflicted causes Kū's body to begin to break down. Kū departs to get medical attention, but Sekiei prevents Boruto from following him with Explosive Clay. Mitsuki wants Boruto and Sarada to go after Kū while he deals with Sekiei, who is furious with him. Kirara blocks Boruto and Sarada with Akuta. Mitsuki tries to dissuade Sekiei from fighting so his body doesn't break down any further. Sekiei attacks Mitsuki, all the while accusing him of pretending to be his friend. Boruto and Sarada destroy a few of Kirara's Akuta, whose body begins to break down as well. Kirara brings out a gigantic Akuta to kill Boruto and Sarada. Boruto summons Garaga to help. In between discussing with Boruto, Garaga fights the giant Akuta. Sarada moves against Kirara, managing to distract her with a Sharingan genjutsu, giving herself an opening to land a Lightning Release attack on her.

Kirara orders the giant Akuta to save her, but Garaga constricts it until it breaks down, one of its chunks crushing her instead. Sekiei continues to attack Mitsuki while throwing accusations at him, who denounces Kū's path, but thinks Sekiei can still be saved. Sekiei manages to get Mitsuki to fight back by threatening to kill Boruto. Mitsuki disables Sekiei's Explosive Clay with his Lightning Release. Sekki finds Ōnoki sneaking out, and explains he was sent by Akatsuchi. Kū reaches the doctor, but is informed the donors escaped, so he decides to get the doctor's heart. Mitsuki offers to take Sekiei to Orochimaru, but Sekiei is too damaged, and muses on how they are alike and how they are different, their feelings and motivations. Sekiei dies. Kurotsuchi leads to Iwa shinobi in taking back sectors of Iwagakure. Mitsuki catches up with Boruto and Sarada at the Old City, and they find Kū recovered with a new heart.

Ku revels in his new power. The Konoha genin consider him too dangerous to be left unchecked. On their way to the Old City, Sekki needs a break, but Ōnoki spots the recent damage to the old Tsuchikage office, and thinking of Kozuchi, says this is a moment he can't miss. Kū fights Mitsuki, trapping him with stone pillars, saying they should see eye to eye as they're both man-made. Sarada and Boruto disagree with him, Kū using a sword to knock Boruto back. When Boruto says Mitsuki never intended to truly join them, Kū claims that Mitsuki had many opportunities to ask for help while in Konoha, but didn't, instead going to meet other artificial humans like himself.

When Mitsuki hesitates in denying it, Kū takes it as proof, saying Boruto never noticed his struggle, and because of it he can't claim to be Mitsuki's friend. When Kū readies a Dust Release to use against Boruto, Mitsuki breaks free of the stone pillars with Sage Mode, and goes on the offensive. The falling debris traps Boruto and Sarada inside. In Konoha, Shikamaru is stressed trying to get official permission to enter the Land of Earth. Naruto notices Sai is also stressed, which he attributes Inojin also being there. Wasabi eavesdrops on them, and informs Teams 15 and 5. They want to go help their friends, but have been ordered to stay put. Naruto prepares to depart, and Teams 5 and 15 request permission to go with him. Naruto refuses to endanger their lives, but they're willing to face the consequences of going without his permission. Naruto appreciates their dedication, and Sai and Shikamaru don't stop them from following.

Sarada works on clearing the debris. Boruto admits they should get to know more of Mitsuki, but Sarada says they've done enough. The rest the debris gets cleared by Sekki, who explains Ōnoki is with him. He asks Boruto to take him to Kū. Kū is impressed with Mitsuki's Sage Mode, and wants to use his body to create more Fabrications. Mitsuki constricts Kū with snakes, but he creates a golem to wield his sword and cut through the snakes, which forces Mitsuki out of Sage Mode. Kū prepares to further weaken Mitsuki, but Ōnoki arrives with Boruto and Sarada. Ōnoki asks Kū when he strayed from protecting the weak, and Kū says he's merely a vessel for the hatred Ōnoki passed down to him. Kū prepares to kill the others, but they escape to an underground stream. Ōnoki recalls Ishikawa's warning of his Will of Stone being replaced with hatred. He wakes up in that same room. Boruto asks Mitsuki if he found what he's looking for. Mitsuki explains what Ōnoki told him, that he's seen many things since leaving the village, and that while he's not sure if he's empty, he is sure of his will. Boruto says he and Sarada want to know the real him, and gives him back his forehead protector. Mitsuki wants to lure Kū away while they take Ōnoki away, as there are clones of him, but Boruto says the one in front of him is Mitsuki. Kū arrives at their location. Boruto distracts him with shadow clones. Kū takes control of the debris, using it to destroy Boruto's clones.

Sarada destroys a boulder coming at Boruto. The genin struggle against Kū, while Ōnoki despairs at young lives being at risk again. Sarada uses her Sharingan to dodge Kū's boulders, and he prepares a Dust Release attack. Sarada and Mitsuki attack it with their own ninjutsu, using its explosion as a smokescreen to get to him, holding his arms apart so he can't weave hand seals. He throws them aside as Boruto throws himself at Kū, who punches him with a rock gauntlet, revealing it as a shadow clone, the real Boruto coming after him, and landing a Rasengan on Kū's heart. A weakened Kū prepares a giant Dust Release to finish them off, but Ōnoki counters it with one of his own. Ōnoki admits he allowed his commitment to Kozuchi's will to be twisted, and that he must set it right, his Dust Release overpowering Kū's, killing him and taking a substantial part of the building with it. Sekki finds them. Ōnoki gives them his final words and passes away. Kurotsuchi and Akatsuchi arrive with Naruto and other Konoha shinobi by sunset. Konohamaru says he'll give his report to Naruto, and hugs Mitsuki. Mitsuki apologises for giving them so much trouble, thinking he won't be allowed back in the village, but Teams 5 and 15 arrive, all glad Mitsuki is ok.

The Konoha genin take the Thunder Train back to Konohagakure, while Naruto stays in Iwagakure longer to attend Ōnoki's funeral. Mitsuki is confined to a different railcar, under supervision of Sai and Konohamaru. Boruto wishes he could have talked to Mitsuki before being separated. Shikadai tries to distract Inojin from Akkun's death. Besides the Five Kage and high ranking Iwagakure officials, many villagers come to pay their respects. Boruto and Sarada return home to their worried families. Back at the village, Naruto wants to praise Boruto and Sarada for standing up for Mitsuki, but Sai and Shikamaru point out he can't, so as punishment, he means to remove their genin rank. They ask about Mitsuki, and are told he's still being debriefed, as there's a lot of intel only he knows. Naruto has them leave their forehead protectors.

Sai and Konohamaru debrief Mitsuki, and ask him why he chose against informing anyone in the village of his plans. Sarada is concerned Mitsuki will be blamed for the situation in Iwagakure and be forced to leave, or that he might chose to leave on his own. Boruto has faith in Mitsuki. While asleep, he is mentally contacted by Garaga, since Mitsuki being back in the village marks the end of their contract. They exchange words and bid each other farewell. Sarada wakes him up, and informs him Mitsuki's debriefing is over. The two look for him. Mitsuki makes small memorials for the Fabrications. Boruto finds him, and Mitsuki apologizes for the hurt he's caused.

Boruto recalls Ōnoki's words, and tells Mitsuki there are many sides to his will, and that his questions are a natural part of it. Sarada arrives and they share a laugh. Orochimaru discusses Mitsuki's development with Log, who informs him the body of the scientist responsible for developing the Fabrications has gone missing. They wonder who might be responsible. Boruto, Sarada, and Mitsuki walk through the village, and hear the official account of the situation of Iwagakure in the news. Boruto thinks he spots a Heart Stone in the river, but cries when he remembers Ōnoki's teachings. As their sensei, Konohamaru wants to take responsibility for their actions, but before they can decide anything, Kurotsuchi and Akatsuchi arrive from Iwagakure, and want to personally thank the Konoha genin for their actions, adding they'll always consider them shinobi at Iwagakure. Naruto understands what she means, Team 7 has their genin status reinstated, and they prepare for their next mission.

Naruto and Shikamaru watch the announcement of the new Parent and Child Day holiday. The two discuss how the shinobi life has changed since their days. Shikamaru intends to free Naruto's schedule so he can spend it with his children, but several shopkeepers arrive at his office, needing his signature on several forms. Naruto confirms Shikamaru's commitment to freeing his schedule. The day before the holiday, Boruto and Himawari wonder if Naruto will be able to make it, Hinata assuring them he will, before leaving to visit her own father. Naruto only arrives in the morning. Boruto leaves to train, and tells him Himawari's been waiting. He finds her sleeping on the floor. After Naruto wakes her up, she says she'd like to go buy a Kurama plush toy with him. He wants to take a nap first, but sees the toy is a limited edition sale for the holiday.

Naruto chooses to go with her instead of sleeping. Himawari explains how to toy works, and Naruto compares it to a baby, and Kurama gives Naruto its own commentary. They find several people already waiting for the store to open, and they also find Kiba. Naruto explains he was Hinata's team-mate, but Himawari was too young to remember him last time they met. Kiba shows her Akamaru and Akemaru. She pets them both. Kiba is there to get the Kurama plush toy for his girlfriend. It sells out fast, Kiba isn't able to get it, and Naruto gets a Shukaku one by mistake. Kiba decides to help them search for it in other parts of the village. He checks at Yamanaka Flowers, where Ino questions his logic of looking for a toy there, but gives Himawari two sunflowers as thanks for having helped Inojin. Walking through the village, Boruto finds Shino with a Kurama toy, who tries to pass it as research into better understanding his students. They check Tenten's shop next, where she guilt-trips Naruto into buying a parent and child kunai set, and also a pinks shuriken necklace for Himawari. Kiba arrives, saying he managed to get the last Kurama toy from a kiosk, but when Akamaru brings him to package, it's a hamburger. They spot the person who took Kiba's package, and Naruto pursues them. Naruto catches up to him, and recognises him as someone he sent to investigate the state of affairs near the border. His son asks him if he's ok, and he asks Naruto for forgiveness. Himawari arrives and hands the toy to his son. Naruto removes him from his mission, and assigns him to a village gate, so he'll stay closer to his son. At the end of the day, Himawari is glad for the time she spent with Naruto, and says she'll cherish the gifts he did get her.

Several cooks discuss an upcoming eating contest, and wonder how to account for Chōji Akimichi's participation. Chōji watches the announcement of the Parent and Child Day holiday on tv, keeps on flicking through channels and eating. Seeing her father, Chōchō asks Karui why she married him. Karui doesn't quite remember, and gets angry with him for having eaten by himself the snacks she had bought for them to have together. Karui throws him out when he asks her to buy more chips when she goes out to replenish the snacks. Chōji and Chōchō run into Boruto, and they explain their situation. Chōchō spots an advert for a Parent and Child Day eating contest, and wants to enter it with her father, so he can prove to Karui he's a role model for their daughter.

At the contest, they also find Sai and Inojin, Rock Lee and Metal Lee, and Shikamaru and Shikadai participating as well. Chōji and Chōchō advance to the second round, and are surprised when another team ties with them. The Nara and Yamanaka also advance to the second round. The team who tied with the Akimichi, the Dōtonbori, introduce themselves and boast that they'll win. The Akimichi, the Dōtonbori, and the Nara advance to the semi-finals. One of the cooks watches them, and later conspires with the Dōtonbori, afraid that Chōji will make her shop go bankrupt if he wins. The Dōtonbori and the Akimichi advance to the finals. Karui watches the contest, and Boruto spots Shino in the audience with his Kurama doll.

While the Akimichi recover, Karui expresses her doubts over the value of the eating contest and their recklessness. Boruto wants to try the spicy burgers from the semi-finals, and manages to find leftovers of the Dōtonbori, but finds them not to be spicy at all. During the final, the conspiring cook put shallow bowls for the Dōtonbori to give them an advantage. Boruto brings them their meal in the regular bowls. Chōchō struggles to finish the dishes by herself, and reminds Chōji that delicious meals are meant to be eaten together, something Karui also shouts from the audience. With new found determination, the Akimichi catch up to the Dōtonbori. The cook interferes using ninjutsu to cause their dumplings to grow. Rock and Metal try to deal with it, but are ineffective. Karui uses Lightning Release to release her daughter, but it takes Chōji growing in size to end the issue by eating them all, and then burning through the calories by converting them into chakra. The Akimichi win the contest.

As Sakura and Sarada hear Naruto's announcement of the Parent and Child Day holiday on tv, Sakura apologizes for having to work that day. Sarada tells her not to worry, as Sasuke isn't there either, and she promised to help Boruto with shuriken training. She wonders where Sasuke is, unaware he is in Konohagakure. Boruto recognizes Sasuke on the street, who asks him about all the family activities. Boruto explains the new holiday, Sasuke asks about Naruto, and Boruto adds he's with Himawari today, before telling Sasuke where Sarada will be, and suggesting he spend time with her. Waiting by a stream, Sasuke thinks back to times he spent with his father, when he mastered the Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique. Sarada is surprised to find him. Sasuke explains he just got to the village, that Boruto told him where she'd be, and invites her to go to festivals.

Sarada is happy that Sasuke came to the village, but he explains he dropped by because he had business to attend near the village, cutting down her excitement. Watching other parents with their children, Sasuke struggles to bond with Sarada. The two then spot Naruto carrying Himawari as they search for a Kurama doll, with Sarada being envious of their bond. Sasuke thinks back to how he enjoyed being carried by Itachi, and offers to carry her, but she finds it embarrassing and walks off. Kakashi approaches Sasuke, pointing out all his time alone have dulled his social skills, and suggests Sasuke take hints from the Icha Icha books. Sasuke comes across Shino dotting on his Kurama doll, and after an awkward silence, he asks about Sarada. Shino comments on her talent and the difficult path she has chosen. Sasuke asks about any parasites on her, which Shino misunderstands as a negative comment on insects.

When he talks to Sarada again, he tries using Kakashi's advice from the books, but ends up further antagonizing her. Boruto finds Sarada training by herself, and asks her about Sasuke. She confesses she doesn't think her father knows her at all, but Boruto surprises her asking if she knows Sasuke at all, and that she should tell him if there's something she wants to do. Sasuke complains to Kakashi about his advice, and the two come across Sakura. At home, the two talk about how Sarada perceives Sasuke, and Sakura explains that Sarada wants to be the Hokage.

He finds her training with shuriken, and explains that he once too wanted to be the Hokage, but his version of it was warped until Naruto set him on the right path. Sasuke helps her with her shuriken training. On their way home, they come across Boruto, and Sarada gives him the same advice he gave her. At home, Naruto apologizes to Boruto for having to spent the whole day with Himawari, and gifts him the parent and child kunai set he bought at Tenten's shop. Boruto asks Naruto to train with him since it's still technically Parent and Child Day. It's flashes forward to the Uchiha, Yamacha, Nara, Akimichi and Lee families enjoying themselves at night. As Boruto says that this holiday was the best. At his home, Shino continues dotting on his Kurama doll.

On a mission, Team 15 prepares to fight, Hanabi instructing Namida to stay back protecting the clients. A deflected shuriken cuts Namida, who asserts she can fight, and begins to well up. Taking notice, her team-mates cover their ears, and Namida cries out, knocking out all their enemies, and the merchants they're supposed to protect. The three praise her jutsu, but Namida gets flustered. In the Information & Receiving Centre, Wasabi and Sumire inform Namida the doctors have cleared them, and Team 7 congratulate them for defeating the Garakuta Gang. When Wasabi and Sumire don't respond, Namida explain they lost their hearing because of her jutsu. Mitsuki points out that if this keeps happening, Namida might get her team-mates killed, prompting her to decide training with new jutsu. Namida practises Water Release, surprising her team-mates, but her jutsu lacks power to even damage the target. Sumire suggests reevaluating using her Calling on Tears Technique, but Namida insists on using new jutsu, and asks Hanabi for help. Hanabi considers chakra control to be the issue, and has Sumire use her own Water Release, which does destroy the target. Hanabi explains that when her emotions take over and she begins to cry, that disrupts her focus. She asks Hanabi to teach her. Hanabi has Namida try to mould her chakra while dodging her attacks, using her Byakugan to evaluate her chakra control, but Namida is unable to do it.

Next, she has Namida try increasing the distance of her attack, Wasabi and Sumire slightly scared of Hanabi. Hanabi explains how she can modify her jutsu, and her Water Release's reach increases. Next, Hanabi wants Namida to knock over a thick log, to train the power behind her jutsu. Sumire and Wasabi decide to train harder as well in solidarity to Namida. The next day, Namida spars against them, and continues to improve. Their next mission is once again to guard the same merchants, who are now in possession of a historical document by the First Hokage. The Garakuta Gang members recognise Team 15, warning their leader about them. They fight, but Namida's Water Release has little effect on their water clones. One of assailants pressures her into close quarters, but Sumire uses Nue, who grows bigger, to intervene. The rest of the group uses the distraction to flee with their merchandise. Hanabi orders the girls to stay behind protecting the merchants, while she goes after the Garakuta Gang. Sumire sends Nue to aid her. Namida is frustrated that her Water Release was useless against them. One of the merchants reveals they still have the First Hokage's document, but the Garakuta leader reveals himself, glad to have stuck around. Sumire wants to the other two to run away with the merchants, but Namida intercepts a shuriken meant for her. The Garakuta leader sinks them into the ground with an Earth Release. Namida blames herself for their situation, but her team-mates point out she has gotten stronger. The gang leader takes the document, and considers it lucky Namida didn't cry. Namida decides to cry, so the gang leader runs away. Wasabi encourages her to cry, and remembering the focus of her training, she applies it to her Calling on Tears Technique, increasing its power and reach, and narrowing its focus, managing to hit the Garakuta leader. Free from his jutsu, Sumire summons Nue, whose disappearance alerts Hanabi of their fight. Wasabi and Nue attack the remnants of the gang, who try to flee. Namida tries using her jutsu again, but having spent so much chakra, she's unable to focus it again, knocking everyone out. Hanabi thinks Namira still has ways to go. Meeting Team 7 again, they congratulate them again, and question their most recent hearing loss, but Namida explains how she used her cry to protect them instead.

Team 10 captures a bandit group at a wind power plant. One of the assailants drops an explosive tag when Shikadai hurries to catch him himself, damaging part of the structure. Inojin and Chōchō comment on Shikadai being a bit off and impatient. A month prior, Temari is invited to attend a banquet where important Land of Wind figures will meet. Enchū discusses politics and appearances with Shikamaru, and presses on the need of Shikadai's improvement with the Nara's shadow jutsu, which Shikadai overhears. After he leaves, Shikadai asks his father why he puts up with Enchū, who in turn explains they've been indebted to the clan elder since Shikaku's time. In the present, Shikadai's genin friends discuss his struggles at the Lightning Burger. Boruto questions why Shikadai doesn't use Wind Release any more, and Shikadai and Denki relate to feeling under pressure due to family affairs. Team 10 is left on standby regarding an upcoming delegation from the Land of Wind to visit a power plant like the one they've defended.

Later that day, Shikadai learns his team was put on standby because of a request put in by Enchū, who wants to prevent Shikadai from jeopardising the clan's reputation, and instead counsels him to get into politics. Enchū agrees to stop meddling with Shikamaru if Shikadai agrees to his proposal. When Shikadai brings it up with his family, Temari is surprised by it, but Shikamaru supports him, on the condition he's doing that for himself. Shikadai informs Moegi and his friends about his decision. Shikadai visits the wind power plant he protected with Denki, who helps maintain their systems. Shikadai informs Denki of his intended career change, but before they can discuss it, an issue arises with one of the batteries due to the structure damage. While Denki tries fixing the problem, he tells Shikadai how he intends to use his situation to improve the village. When Denki's solution doesn't work, he speculates there must be a cut wire.

One of the windmill turbines connected to the affected battery can resolve the situation, so Shikadai uses Wind Release to turn it, allowing Denki to fix the issue. A part of the ceiling collapses, but Shikadai saves Denki with his Shadow Imitation Technique. Shikadai decides he won't be a politician after all. He informs his parents, and asks Temari to teach him proper Wind Release. Enchū arrives with forms for Shikadai to sign, but he tells him he changed his mind. Enchū is done with them. Later, at the Lightning Burger, Shikadai informs his friends about his change of mind for not becoming a politician, much to their surprise.

Mitsuki informs Boruto they will be having a joint mission with Team 15. Boruto notices what appears to be a peeping tom, and startles him with a kunai, causing him to fall from a tree. They notice him holding a nest of eggs, and apologize to him while tending his fall. Tosaka demonstrates his expertise, identifying the eggs by licking them. Tosaka returns the nest to the tree, and explains how genes determine species' traits. When Boruto says he's more than his genes, Tosaka asks to lick him, and the genin leave. Konohamaru explains Hanabi is aiding with border patrol due to an apparent infiltration, so he'll lead both teams. Suika Kannonji tasks them with investigating bird attacks in village near the forests in the outskirts of the Land of Fire. As they don't have experience with birds, Tosaka was assigned to provide assistance. On their way, Sarada is disgusted when Tosaka licks bird droppings to confirm their diet. Team 15 plans to leverage their experience from a previous animal related mission. The group spends the following day researching, with Wasabi using her Cat Covering cover ground. Near the village, Tosaka notices a lack of bird chirping. They rescue a villager being attacked. Boruto is approached by a fully transformed and berserk Jūgo. Jūgo pins him down near a ledge, but is pushed down a river by Nue. Boruto thanks Sumire.

The two return to the group, who is tending to the villager's injuries, and alert them of the monster they fought. Namida notices something with Sumire. They notice the villager's breathing is getting shallower, and his temperature is rising. They arrive at the village, and Tosaka speculates it's bird-borne disease. A village elder explains the birds began changing a month ago, destroying crops and attacking people, and also beastly cries can be heard from the forest. They add the first to change were the water fowls, from the river that comes from the mountain, runs along the village, and flows into the Land of Rivers. Konohamaru advises them to stay away from the river, and use only well water for their needs. A pattern starts appearing where the villager was injured, and Konohamaru is shown other villagers with the same spreading pattern. The villagers bring an unconscious Jūgo who was found by the river. Sarada and Mitsuki recognise him, and Jūgo claims he slipped an fell into the river when he wakes up. Nue is apprehensive of him.

One of the sick villagers wakes up and attacks Tosaka. Konohamaru has the genin evacuate the villagers while he deals with the berserk villager. Jūgo lures the villager and knocks him out, concealing a partial transformation, and tells Boruto to stay away from the forest before leaving. Mitsuki notices the villager no longer has the pattern on him. Konohamaru explains the nature of Cursed Seals to the genin, and is suspicious of Jūgo's involvement due to his association with Orochimaru, who uses Cursed Seals. The group splits to cover more ground. Boruto throws a rock to confirm a suspicion he had based on the villager's testimony, that the cries were echos. They determine the source of the sound, a cave entrance with a door. They find Jūgo struggling to contain his transformation at the end of the cave, and Boruto recognises him as the monster who attacked him, warning Sarada they need to flee. Jūgo turns around announcing he'll kill them.

Boruto and Sarada flee the cave and intend to warn Konohamaru. But Konohamaru and Mitsuki arrive just in time to protect them from Jūgo's attack. Konohamaru berates them for not contacting him right away, and explains that Jūgo is under a complete Cursed Seal Transformation and running on killing instinct. Konohamaru fights Jūgo with the genin providing ranged backup, but Jūgo shrugs off all attacks. He grabs Konohamaru and begins absorbing his chakra. Konohamaru lands a Rasengan on his face, which sends him to the ground. Jūgo's transformation partially recedes, and seeing Konohamaru drained on the ground, he walks away. The genin follow Jūgo, discussing the appropriate course of action, while Jūgo tells them to stay away. They find Jūgo passed out by a body of water with many birds, his transformation fully receded. Konohamaru arrives with the Team 15 girls and Tosaka, and notices an injection device near Jūgo. Tosaka examines Jūgo to compare his condition with what they saw happen to the birds, and comments on finding the natural habitat of an endangered bird species. Jūgo wakes up, and when an afflicted bird attacks them, he removes their cursed seal. Jūgo refuses to answer Boruto's question, handing him the kunai he used to kill birds earlier. They take an injured Konohamaru back to the village, but Boruto conceals the events until they have more information.

Konohamaru says he should be good after four or five days of rest. Wasabi is concerned he could have contracted the Cursed Seal through his wounds like the birds did, but Tosaka explains he took Jūgo's blood and discovered his cursed seal and the birds' are different. Konohamaru asks Mitsuki about the device he found, and Mitsuki confirms it's from Orochimaru's research, with Tosaka adding it's a powerful tranquilliser, having licked it. Mitsuki speculates it's a drug to suppress the cursed seal. Konohamaru instructs Team 15 to report back to Konoha and request backup, and Team 7 to keep an eye on Jūgo from a distance, and look out for more cursed seal suppressing drugs.

Team 7 and Tosaka observe Jūgo removing a bird's cursed seal, but struggles to keep it contained in his own body. Tosaka is touched by his love for birds. Jūgo ignores Boruto's apology and goes back to his cave, where he undergoes a transformation in a room he can't get out of while transformed. Jūgo insists they should leave, despite their intent to help him, but relents when he sees they won't give up. He explains the birds infected with the cursed seal have red eyes even before getting violent. They ask Tosaka about the cursed seal, and he says that because the species is very territorial, finding out where they come from should give them a hint. They come across Land of Rivers researchers who are also investigating the bird attacks.

When they ask to share information, Boruto lies and says they've only just began investigating, so they have nothing to share. Jūgo asks him why he didn't tell the researchers about him, and Boruto says they can't save the birds without him. Jūgo senses another transformation coming, and is unable to give himself the tranquilliser. Boruto administers it. After the episode passes, Boruto insists on helping him, as he's the only one who can help the birds. Jūgo trusts him with more doses of the tranquilliser. On their way back to Konoha, Team 15 is attacked by two siblings, who use some sort of device to activate cursed seals. Team 7, Jūgo, and Tosaka discuss their lack of progress, and wonder if something else is afoot. They're spied on by one of the Land of Rivers researchers, who reports on observing Jūgo.

Jūgo then removes the cursed seal from infected birds before they go rampage and tags them. Boruto wishes they could do it as well to offer Jūgo some relief. Sarada and Mitsuki arrive, reporting the last places around they have to look for infected birds. They'll check on those while Boruto remains watching Jūgo. Sarada reminds Jūgo to take his injection, and explains to Tosaka she convinced him to take it at regular intervals to avoid transformations. Jūgo adds that though it helps, taking it regularly dulls his senses, and makes it harder to remove the birds' cursed seals. Boruto spots what Tosaka identifies as a domesticated goose that probably wandered off, and Tosaka reminds him about their conversation on genes, saying the species lost their ability to fly. Jūgo determines the goose isn't infected, and compares its inability to fly with his inability to have a normal life because of his cursed seal. Jūgo is concerned with removing the cursed seals before the wild geese migrate, which would spread the infection. At the end of the day, Jūgo still goes back to his cave, as his body is building up a resistance to the injections, which won't be useful for much longer. Boruto and Sarada look at how many shots they still have, and wonder what they'll do when they run out.

They're spied on by the Land of Rivers researchers. Their effort continues through the next couple days. On the third day, they're woken up by bird sounds, and discover the infected birds have been set free. Tosaka claims the geese underwent transformation and escaped, which Jūgo going after them. They find Jūgo struggling to contain his transformation. Sarada goes back for his shots, but finds they're missing, even in the cave. She arrives back to the group just in time for Jūgo's transformation to complete. They dodge his first attack, and he blocks Mitsuki's kunai. Boruto distracts him with a Rasengan while a clone gives them cover with a smoke bomb. Jūgo disappears in the smoke, and they realise he's headed for the village. Jūgo destroys a building, and almost kills a villager, but is hit with tranquilliser shots by the Land of Rivers research group. They restrain Jūgo, and the village headman thanks them.

The headman explains he called them just in case, and as Jūgo's transformation recedes, feels deceived because the Konoha shinobi knew of his identity and withheld it. The researchers want to take over the situation, and they explain their friends went to get back up. They show them an unconscious Namida and Wasabi, both infected with the cursed seal. Sarada asks about Sumire, but Momo and Sasami claim they only found the two. Hidden in a tree with Nue on watch, Sumire thinks back to Team 15's battle. Momo and Sasami easily defeated Wasabi and Namida with their cursed seals, and infected them. Sumire summoned Nue to help them, but instead he fled with Sumire. The Land of Rivers researchers begin to set up, and request Tosaka to lend his expertise. Boruto wants to stay, but the village headman rescinds his request for help. Tosaka assures them he'll take care of Jūgo and the birds. Boruto feels frustrated.

Boruto watches the birds and thinks to Jūgo being taken away. Sarada and Mitsuki to try reassure him, and suggest focusing on finding Sumire. The Land of Rivers researchers prepare to begin experimenting on Jūgo. Sumire and Nue look for Namida and Wasabi, but run into Karin and Suigetsu. Nue attacks Suigetsu, who retaliates. Team 7 hears the ruckus of their confrontation. Suigetsu's counterattack is enough to cause Nue's summoning to end. Team 7 arrives, Mitsuki and Sarada recognising Suigetsu and Karin before Boruto can attack. They tend to Sumire, and Suigetsu explains they're there to take Jūgo back to Orochimaru. Team 7 explains Jūgo's situation, and Suigetsu decides to get him back from the researchers, so as information on his cursed seal and connection to Orochimaru remain concealed. Suigetsu is unconcerned by Jūgo's efforts to save the birds, annoying Boruto, pointing out Boruto has just met him, while Suigetsu has known him for years. Boruto requests they wait until Sumire wakes up, so she can tell them what she knows about Wasabi and Namida's cursed seal infections. Karin and Sarada catch up with each other, and Karin wants Sumire to bite her for healing. Mitsuki teases Suigetsu. Jūgo wakes up and Tosaka explains where they are. Suigetsu explains to Boruto that Jūgo has tried to overcome his destiny before, but has come to accept it. Boruto counters he knows someone who is trying their hardest to live the way they want, and compares that to Jūgo's commitment to helping the birds despite the risks. Mitsuki informs them Sumire is awake.

Sumire tells them of the twins with cursed seals wearing collars, who Boruto remembers as part of the Land of Rivers research them. Sumire speculates they're doing something they don't want discovered. Suigetsu believes they're after Jūgo's cursed seal. Karin decides everyone should collaborate, lest unfavourable reports are made to Konoha, that would eventually reach Orochimaru due to their involvement. Sarada and Karin will lure the twins away, so the others can go in and rescue everyone else. Momo and Sasami boast about their cursed seals to a restrained Wasabi and Namida. The research leader tells them to clean up their mess, and sends them after Sumire. They spot her, actually a transformed Sarada. Sumire will look for her team-mates, Mitsuki will look for Konohamaru, Boruto and Suigetsu will look for Jūgo. Sasami finds Sumire's movements suspicious. Boruto and Suigetsu run into Tosaka, Sumire finds the girls, who inform her the serum on the desk will remove their cursed seals. Boruto updates Tosaka and asks where Jūgo is. The Land of Rivers research leader tries to assassinate Konohamaru, but Mitsuki got to him in time. Sarada drops her disguise and is joined by Karin, but only Sasami reaches them. Momo doubles back and comes across Team 15. Tosaka takes Boruto and Suigetsu to where Jūgo is, and uses tranquillisers on them as they try to free him, welcoming them to his research lab.

Tosaka reveals the tranquilliser he used on them is what he stole from Jūgo. Sasami and Momo activate their cursed seals to fight Karin and Sarada, and Team 15 respectively. Tosaka tells Boruto and Suigetsu their friends won't be coming to save them. He explains the mission was a lie from the start, as he had no choice but to join them, the men he had sent before being captured at the border. Tosaka is glad to have been able to observe Jūgo up close, with his goal being to just acquiring Jūgo's cursed seal. Boruto admonishes Tosaka for treating Jūgo like a research subject, who in turn retorts Boruto himself stressed to importance of dreams, with his being creating the ultimate cursed seal weapon. Suigetsu covertly turns his arm into water while Tosaka is distracted. Tosaka explains he had to bait Jūgo out, so he infected the birds. Suigetsu attempts to free Jūgo, but is tasered by other Land of Rivers researchers before succeeding. The head researcher announces preparations to leave with Jūgo. As a demonstration for Boruto, Tosaka injects Jūgo with a special drug. Sumire baits Momo with a water clone and attacks him from a distance. Momo points out she left her friends vulnerable, and striking the ground, sends a lot of debris their way. Sumire protects them with a water wall, but a few rocks go through it. Momo criticises her split focus, and tells her to use her summon. Sumire summons Nue, but it's still small due to her depleted chakra. Sarada warns Karin that Sasami's bite will infect her with a cursed seal, and tracks Sasami's movements with her Sharingan. Sumire protects Nue from Momo, distracting him long enough for Namida to hit him with her improved Calling on Tears Technique. Wasabi joins in the attack with her Cat Covering, exciting Momo with the prospect of a more interesting fight. Sarada struggles with depleting chakra, but Karin is able to lock on Sasami's chakra, showing them where Sasami will attack from. Sasami still knocks Sarada out, but Karin uses her chakra chains to restrain her. Karin wants Sarada to bite her for healing, reasoning that her chains won't hold forever, wanting Sarada to still be able to fight. Karin reveals that long ago Sakura saved her life, and uses Sarada's reaction to it to make her bite her arm, asking Sarada to tell Sakura she has repaid her debt. Karin informs Sarada where Sasami will attack from, allowing Sarada to land a full hit on her, defeating her and destroying her cursed seal collar.

Jūgo slowly transforms, and Tosaka explains the drug he used is meant to trigger his transformation, as he wants to witness his full power, despite Boruto's warning that not even he will be safe. Mitsuki reports to Konohamaru, who decides against regrouping, and instead wants to go to the alleged researchers' boat downriver, where he believes they can find something to stop the infection. Momo defeats Namida and Wasabi, so Sumire distracts him with a water clone again to get them to safety. Despite Sumire's reservations, she agrees to let Namida and Wasabi have their chakra drained by Nue, so it can grow big again, strong enough to defeat Momo.

A restored Nue goes up against Momo, with an assist from Sumire. They're able to defeat Momo and break his cursed seal collar. Sumire has to stop Nue from draining Momo's chakra. The other researchers check in on Tosaka, and attempt to kill Jūgo to prevent his transformation. However Tosaka kills them instead with his cursed seal. On their way to the village, Sarada notices dawn is approaching, and changes course, concerned the wild geese will start to migrate, spreading the infection. Boruto can move again and begins to free Jūgo. Tosaka attempts to stop him, but is stopped by Suigetsu's enlarged arm. Commenting on his jutsu, Tosaka tasers Suigetsu again. Jūgo tells Boruto to flee, while his transformation proceeds and he breaks free of his bonds.

Karin and Sarada observe the wild geese preparing to migrate as dawn approaches, still infected birds among them. Jūgo begs Boruto to flee while breaking free, while Tosaka yearns to witness Jūgo's full power. His transformation proceeding, Jūgo flees and Boruto follows. Sarada informs Karin the infected birds have red eyes, and the two begin trying to isolate them. Team 15 arrives by the lake, and Sarada requests their help. Boruto tries following Jūgo, but is still feeling the effects of the tranquilliser, so Tosaka overtakes him in the pursuit. Jūgo arrives at the lake shore, followed by Tosaka, who is ecstatic at the prospect of the birds spreading the cursed seal, which would give him more samples to study. Boruto arrives with shadow clones, attacking Tosaka with explosive tag kunai, but he shrugs them off, fully transforming, and capturing Boruto and his clones with extra arms and a tail. Tosaka begins losing his patience waiting for Jūgo to fight him, and dismisses Boruto's concerns about Jūgo. Jūgo fully transforms, makes short work of Tosaka, and absorbs his cursed seal before tossing him aside. Karin, Sarada, and Team 15 struggle to find all the infected birds, and Karin says they should consider just killing all the birds. Jūgo continues to rampage and attacks Boruto. Suigetsu drags himself to the lake, still weak from the tranquilliser and taser shocks, complaining that Jūgo should rampage closer by.

Tosaka tells Boruto that Jūgo will probably rampage until he dies. Nue saves Boruto from Jūgo's attack, and keeps on attacking him, against Sumire's orders. She tries to intervene, but Boruto warns her she'll get caught up in the attacks, and that they have to find a different way. Tosaka continues to muse of genetically determined fates, but Boruto ignores him. Karin is concerned Sarada can't bring herself to cull the birds, but Sarada says she should be the one to do it, as the mission was assigned to her team. Boruto tells Sumire that Konohamaru managed to revert Jūgo's transformation by inflicting significant damage with his Rasengan, and that he doesn't think he can make one strong enough to cause such damage. Boruto notices the speed Jūgo is charging at in his attacks, and speculates that if he comes at him at that speed, he might damage him enough to revert the transformation. Jūgo tosses Nue aside, and Boruto draws his attention. Boruto builds up speed using one Boruto Stream on top of another, and lands a Rasengan, but Jūgo's transformation doesn't revert. The domesticated goose flies by at the last second, and Jūgo's transformation recedes. Tosaka passes out considering it ridiculous.

The sun comes up, and Sarada prepares to kill the birds. Mitsuki stops her, and Konohamaru arrives with Suigetsu, showing her the serum to neutralise the cursed seal they stole from the enemy's base. Suigetsu consumes the serum, merges with the lake's water, and rains it down on the birds, curing them. The domesticated goose struggles and manages to fly with the wild ones. Sumire makes a decision, and informs Namida and Wasabi she intends to join the Scientific Ninja Weapons Team to find a better way to synergise with Nue through science, and asks them not to tell the others yet, wanting to do it herself. Konohamaru considers the mission a success, but is exasperated when Mitsuki informs him Karin and Suigetsu took Tosaka with them when they left. Suigetsu teases Karin about feeling maternal towards Sarada. Sarada tells Boruto he was reckless, and Boruto retorts it worked. They wonder what will Jūgo do, and Jūgo, seeing the domesticated goose fly, wonders if he'll fly some day.

Walking around Konoha at night, Mitsuki passes by a cat. As he walks away, its kitten looks at him. Kōtarō Fūma and the police pursue Nezumi, a jewel thief, aided by Team 7. Nezumi disappears just as the two groups are about to corner him, leading them to a group of drunks. Thinking Nezumi is among them in disguise, Kōtarō apprehends all of them to clear them one by one. Team 7 believes the mission to be over, and find a kitten, lost and shaking. Sarada's building doesn't allow pets, and Boruto has to ask his mother permission, so Mitsuki ends up responsible for the kitten. On his way home, a passerby tells Mitsuki should hold it in a gentler manner. Sarada and Boruto discuss whether Mitsuki will know how to take care of it, Sarada wishing Boruto had taken it. He says he might convince their parents if Himawari supports him. At Mitsuki's home, the kitten quickly gets stuck in the window blind strings, and knocks a portrait down. It insists on sleeping with Mitsuki on his bed until he relents. The next day, Kōtarō informs Konohamaru none of the men they apprehended had the stolen jewel, so they can't hold any of them. Kōtarō orders two other cops to keep an eye of them. Nezumi smirks as he walks free.

At the Lightning Burger, Sarada informs Boruto and Mitsuki of the case developments, and asks Mitsuki about the kitten. Boruto informs them his mother and Himawari went to visit Hiashi, and won't be home for a few days. Boruto suggests Mitsuki to name the kitten. When Mitsuki intends to buy the kitten a hamburger, Sarada tells him he can't give pets human food. Mitsuki buys what he needs at a pet shop. Arriving home, Mitsuki looks for the kitten until finding it under his pillow. Thinking about Boruto's suggestion, Mitsuki names the kitten Mikazuki, and puts a yellow collar on its neck. Nezumi watches Mitsuki's apartment from the street. Over the next day, Mitsuki plays and bonds with Mikazuki. The following day, Mikazuki is ill, so Mitsuki goes around the village trying to find help. He misses his meeting with Boruto and Sarada, who go looking for him. Nezumi follows Mitsuki from a distance. At the hospital, Nezumi steals Mikazuki while Mitsuki is distracted getting directions to a veterinarian.

Nezumi runs past Sarada and Boruto, who join Mitsuki in chasing him. Mitsuki catches up to Nezumi, who tries claiming it's his kitten. Boruto recognizes Nezumi as one of the four men the police had to release. Mitsuki recovers Mikazuki and rushes to the vet. Nezumi tries to flee, but is blocked by the police, who figured out he had the kitten swallow the stolen jewel. They arrest Nezumi. The veterinarian, who is the same men who advised Mitsuki how to hold Mikazuki, informs him the kitten will be fine. At the park, Mikazuki's parent shows up, and the two leave together. Boruto and Sarada ask if Mitsuki is find, but he says he doesn't feel anything, and that Mikazuki will be happier with its parent. Mikazuki visits him at night, so Mitsuki decides to keep his window open from now on so Mikazuki can keep visiting, while pointing out its fickleness.

Mitsuki visits Orochimaru in Otogakure saying he's not feeling well. Mitsuki reports he's been having dreams since meeting Ōnoki, of when he first saw Boruto's picture.

While they examine Mitsuki, Orochimaru and Log discuss the possibility of the Iwagakure incident having affected Mitsuki emotionally, in a way that is only now surfacing. Orochimaru and Log look through Mitsuki's memories starting when he met Ōnoki, and comment on Mitsuki's self-reflection. The ponder the meaning and intent behind Mitsuki's actions as he met with the Fabrications, and later going with them to Iwagakure. Log is concerned about the effects having had to attack Boruto to gain the Fabrications' trust had on Mitsuki. The two are concerned when they realise there's a chance Mitsuki might know they're the ones who instigated his interest in Boruto. Orochimaru wants to erase Mitsuki's memory, fearing that his rapid psychological development is outpacing his brain's ability to sustain it. They continue to review Mitsuki's memories, now going through his betrayal of Kū and Sekiei's death.

As they finish reviewing Mitsuki's memories of the Iwagakure incident, Log is unsure if they should erase Mitsuki's memories. Orochimaru leaves the room. When Mitsuki wakes up, Orochimaru tells he'll continue to hurt, and gives him the choice of making it go away at the cost of his memories. Mitsuki wakes up at home, woken up by Boruto at his door, telling him Sarada wants to see Mikazuki. Log is relieved that they didn't have to erase Mitsuki's memories. Orochimaru however says there might come a day when they'll need to do it, but thinks Mitsuki will be able to overcome such a need.

Mirai prepares to leave on a mission accompanying Kakashi and Might Guy, and says good-bye to her mother and a memorial to her father. On her way, she muses on why her father chose her name. While praying to her grandfather, Boruto, Shikadai, and Shikamaru pass by, Shikamaru having taken them to try a new burger. Shikamaru asks her if she's using Asuma's chakra blades, which she confirms, but adds she can't use them like Shikamaru does. Shikamaru points out she shares Asuma's chakra nature, so she shouldn't have difficulty mastering the blades. Mirai offers Shikamaru an answer to a quiz he made her, but it's a wrong one, and Shikamaru points out she's overthinking it. After the Naras leave, Mirai tells Boruto of her mission. Arriving at the gates, Mirai is disappointed by the casual and leisurely attitudes of Kakashi and Guy.

They point out she's supposed to blend in as civilian. Mirai mistakes their casual conversation as an advanced form of blending in, and continues working herself up, even mistaking an old man on the road for a potential enemy. They arrive at their destination, and go on several shops. A pickpocket tries to steal Kakashi's wallet, but Kakashi immobilises him. The pickpocket throws the wallet to his partner, who Mirai chases and stops with genjutsu. She hands the pickpockets over to the police. Mirai is upset for letting the pickpockets getting so close, and that Kakashi was so carefree. Kakashi points out the wallet he allowed to be stolen was a fake, and that there are other ways of dealing with problems than power. They arrive a tree Kakashi considers to be hallowed ground, as it's where the movie adaptation of Icha Icha was filmed.

Curious about their reaction, Mirai asks them what the books are about, but they refuse to say anything due to her age. They take a photo to remember the occasion. They talk about the vacation, and when Mirai asks about the mission, she learns there's no actual mission, much to her shock. At night in a hotel, Mirai watches from afar as Guy and Kakashi have dinner. Kakashi notices her, and invites her in. She insists on taking her mission seriously, even when he suggests her soaking in the hot springs, and he reveals her awkward attitude reminds him of Asuma. Mirai reveals an uncomfortable feeling due to everyone knowing more about her father than she does, and wonders what is the purpose of shinobi in peaceful times. She also stresses over learning the mission will actually be around twenty days instead of two, having misheard it. With the springs already closed, Kakashi informs her they cross into the Land of Hot Water the following day. Mirai thinks about entering the village where her father's killer was born.

On their way to the hot springs district, Mirai is bothered by not having brought enough clothes for the duration of the mission. Guy and Kakashi disagree on what she should focus on to overcome it. They comment on how she inherited her mother's traits and genjutsu. Arriving at the town, Guy finds it unusually populated, thinking it was a quieter town. Noticing the people wearing dog and cat masks, Kakashi recalls what the festival is about, and explains to Mirai the town's origins, and how different people celebrate different dog and cat deities, depending on which version of the town's origins they believe, and about a third destruction deity, neither cat nor dog. Cat lovers and dog lovers from various lands come to the festival, culminating in a shrine fight.

While going through the crowd, they end up finding Kiba and Tamaki leading the dog lovers and cat lovers respectively. They came to the festival on a date and ended up taking sides. Mirai wonders if they should try to reconcile them, but Kakashi and Guy point out their matter is a private one. They figure that being able to stay in the town depends on making peace between the dog lovers and cat lovers, making the issue part of the mission. Mirai talks to Tamaki, trying to reconcile her and Kiba.

She's upset because this was supposed to be a date, and spending time with him is difficult since he never gets days off in the Police Force. Mirai tries talking to Kiba, but he is too caught up with the dog lovers exalting his accomplishments to back down. Mirai tries to pass a peace-offering of her own as Kiba's, but ends up escalating the conflict. At night, the shrine fight begins. When Kakashi muses they might have to destroy everything before they consider talking, this gives Mirai an idea. She asks Guy for a lighter and uses its flame to use a Fire Release to fake an appearance of the destruction deity, presenting it as half dog and half cat.

The devout worshippers promptly believe it, but Guy attacks the apparition and destroys a wall separating the dog and cat hot springs. The festival goers take it as a sign that Guy is a messenger of the destruction deity, telling them to stop being divided and celebrate as one. This makes Kiba and Tamaki make up. Mirai gets to take her bath. Kakashi tells her that using the lighter for Fire Release is just like her father, explaining she used both her parents' jutsu to resolve the issue. Kakashi leaves to soak in another hot spring, leaving Mirai wishing to learn more about her father.

Mirai shares a hot spring with Tenten, and thanks her for bring her extra clothes. Tenten says it's no issue, as she intended to take a few days off and go to the hot springs anyway. She's concerned that Guy will stir up trouble with his hotheadedness. They hear Guy screaming, claiming he saw a ghost. Mirai gets Guy to sleep, and Tenten warns her to remember putting her clothes on before running out. Kakashi joins them, having returned from buying snacks. Kakashi asks about Guy, and they explain he claims to have seen a ghost, but they won't know more until he wakes up. Tenten believes Guy saw a ghost, but Mirai doesn't believe in ghosts, and swept the room. Kakashi says their snacks were gone, and thought Guy had eaten them, which is why he left to get more. Tenten takes it as proof it's a ghost, while Mirai wants to prove there isn't one. They ask the receptionist, who is shocked someone saw it. The receptionist tells them the story about the hot spring since war times, and how there used to be rumours of a ghost in armour that vanished after a mass exorcism was performed. They speak with several employees who tell them of strange occurrences the past few days. While discussing them, they lean over a statue, moving it a bit, and notice it has a stone base, while others have a wood base. Tenten suggests Mirai but through the stone with her chakra blade, but Mirai says she hasn't mastered them yet.

Kakashi tells them Guy woke up, and Guy denies seeing a ghost. Kakashi accuses him of eating all the snacks, Guy denies it, challenges Kakashi to a ping-pong match, and the two leave. Mirai and Tenten discuss Guy's attitude. Guy and Kakashi return, asking Mirai to be their referee. Mirai thinks about the places the ghost supposedly appeared, and notices all of them face the inner garden. Guy continues to try avoiding places at their hot spring. Kakashi asks Mirai why she's so distracted, and why she's so determined to prove ghosts don't exist. She says that if they did, she thinks her father would have visited her. Mirai notices the ping-pong ball moving because of a breeze. She goes back to the statue, ready to find the so called ghost. Tenten scares Guy, and a girl appears from under statue after smoke starts coming out from under it. Mirai attacks with the chakra blades, and cuts the statue in half. They question the girl, called Tatsumi, who apologises.

Mirai explains that she found secret passages from war times for evacuation, found evidence of recent human activity, had all of them but one blocked, and asked the employees to fumigate them, forcing whoever was inside to come out from the only unblocked exit. Tenten explains she was having too much fun watching Guy putting on a brave face. Tatsumi explains she was travelling and had no money, and chanced upon the secret passages. She begs them not to hand her over to the Land of Hot Water, as the trip she's making is for her deceased mother, visiting the hot springs she never got to see. Mirai offers to take Tatsumi with them and pay for her expenses. Kakashi warns her to be more careful with her chakra blades. They leave the next day, Guy finally explaining what he saw was an armoured warrior, which brings to mind what Mirai and Tenten learned about the place's history. Mirai recalls she removed several tags from Guy's room, thinking it was trash. Tenten splits from group while the others go ahead with the trip.

Shikamaru thinks back to playing shōgi with Asuma, back when he still didn't know who was the "king". He believes Mirai will soon be old enough to realise the answer as well. Mirai, Kakashi, Guy, and Tatsumi travel to their next stop, a supposedly lesser known hot spring. Conversation turns to parents, and Tatsumi asks Mirai which of her parents she is most like. They arrive at their destination, but there is a giant boulder in the middle of the village. An old lady explains it's been a month since the boulder fell from the mountain and crushed part of the village, including the hot spring. Guy ponders if he was twenty years younger, he'd have no problem removing the boulder. Some other villagers invite the group for drinking, where they explain they've done what they can clearing away mud and sand. They haven't had help from Yugakure because they've been having issues with young women disappearing, which takes priority. They haven't asked the Land of Fire for help because they think they wouldn't bother coming all the way, or that they'd send low ranking individuals with no real authority. Later, Mirai tries moving the boulder by herself, to no avail. The old lady is sorry she came all this way, and offers her a Land of Hot Water dish, a roasted potato made in an underground pit.

Kakashi talks with Mirai, pointing out the huge debris-related risk in moving the boulder. Mirai wonders if there's anything they can do, and Kakashi explains he's already taken steps, and called Chōji, who was on a mission nearby. Chōji arrives, but is quite hungry and out of potato chips. Mirai brings him the roasted potatoes, which Chōji quickly eats, but they don't have enough fat for him to recover his strength. Since they can't get potato chips in the mountain, Mirai decides to make some with Tatsumi's help. Chōji comments on potato chips all the way through their making, and makes a comment on advice Asuma used to give him, which sparks Mirai's curiosity. She asks about her father, and Chōji tells her he smoked a lot and was quite vague, but that he understands Asuma more now that he has more years on him. He tells them about how Asuma gave his team their earrings.

While their talking, the potato chips become ready. Chōji is unsure about their shape, but raves on their flavor when he tries them. Chōji grows in size to remove the boulder, and is joined by the other Konoha shinobi and the villagers. Chōji converts calories to chakra for a final push, removing the boulder. The hot spring begins flowing again. Chōji slims down from having converted so many calories into chakra. The old lady thanks Mirai, who downplays her contributions. Chōji explains how Asuma used to encourage him when he had trouble learning jutsu. When he mentions the "king", Chōji explains it was something Asuma asked them, and refuses to tell her the answer, as asked by Shikamaru. He says watching Mirai brought back memories of Asuma. Chōji leaves, and at night, Tatsumi and Mirai soak in the hot springs. Hearing Mirai talking about her father, Tatsumi confesses she's been lying to them, and that she's actually been looking for a hot spring where one supposedly can talk to the dead.

Mirai is sceptical about Tatsumi's claim of a hot spring where when can see the dead. Tatsumi says she came all this way to see her mother, sceptical at first as well, but she had to try. She asks if Mirai doesn't want to see her father. Mirai excuses herself. She thinks to herself she has a mission, but ends up changing her mind. She tells Tatsumi she'll go with her, if only to protect her. Tatsumi is glad, and informs her they have to go, as they can only supposedly meet the dead at night. Mirai hopes to be back by morning. Walking through the village at night, they note how the atmosphere is different when it's empty.

On their way, they replenish their water on a spring. Mirai tastes iron in the water. Mirai asks Tatsumi what she wants to say to her mother, and Tatsumi explains she wants to apologize for a fight they had the day before she died. Mirai wants to ask her father who the "king" is. Mirai helps Tatsumi crossing difficult spots, impressing her with her shinobi skills. Someone spies on them. They arrive at a fork on the road, and the girl who spied on them approaches them, offering to take them to the hot spring, claiming to have been there herself and have met with her dead brother. She directs them to a cave behind a waterfall. As they approach the spring, Mirai smells sulphur. They meet several girls, some of whom have been waiting for a month, and they rejoice that there are now twenty of them, the number required for a ceremony. The attendants tell them they'll begin soon, and lead them to a room where they meet Ryūki. Mirai asks him how he'll let them see the dead, earning her reproach from other believers.

He tells them of a shinobi who once used a jutsu to reincarnate the dead from the great wars, which Mirai recognises as Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation. Ryūki claims the jutsu disgraced the dead and required a living sacrifice, but through his research, was able to learn a jutsu that wouldn't have these consequences and requirements. Ryūki directs one of the women to the spring, having her name and the name of the one she wishes to see. The others hear her speaking through the steam. Tatsumi is next, and recognises her mother's voice calling out to her. When Mirai gives her name and that of her father, Ryūki recognises her family name, and directs her to the steam. Ryūki has a Jashin symbol on his ring. Mirai seems a figure in the steam in her father's shape.

Mirai recalls reading Shikamaru's report on the mission her father died, which detailed how Hidan used Asuma's blood for his jujutsu, forging a link through which he transferred injuries. Ryūki asks the women if they heard the voice of their loved ones calling out to them, and gives them water to purify themselves, instructing them not to drink until he tells them so. Mirai wants her father to teach her how to play shōgi, and expresses concern her father won't recognize her. Ryūki claims to be able to move between worlds, and having met Asuma, who wants to meet her. Mirai makes a mention to a shōgi player her father supposedly admired, and who she's supposed to be named after. Ryūki confirms Asuma telling him that, which Mirai takes as proof of his lies, as there's no such shōgi player, and prepares to fight him. Ryūki orders the women to drink the water, but Mirai slightly shocks them with Lightning Release, which snaps them out of the effects of the hypnotic gases in the spring.

Mirai concludes he's the one behind the missing women, and he confirms they're sacrifices so he can achieve immortality. Ryūki cuts Tatsumi's cheek for some of her blood, and creates a link between her and a puppet, which puts her under his control. He orders Tatsumi to kill Mirai, and mocks Mirai for not fighting back against a non-shinobi opponent. Kakashi and Guy arrive at the spring, defeating other cultists as they do. Kakashi throws a kunai at Ryūki's hand, causing him to drop the cursed puppet, breaking his hold over Tatsumi. Ryūki creates a diversion with the gases to escape, but Mirai follows him. She reaches a ritual room where Ryūki intends to exchange blood from human sacrifices for immortality. The room contains several spear throwing trap mechanisms.

Mirai asks Ryūki who Hidan is to him. Ryūki considers Hidan a hero and wants to inherit his accomplishments, restoring the Way of Jashin. He considers the currently peaceful era to be a waste, which mirrors Mirai's concerns that the challenges they face won't allow them to surpass the previous generation. Ryūki seemingly slashes Mirai, acquiring her blood, and controlling her. Damaging the puppet, Ryūki appears to use her blood to acquire immortality, but everything fades as Mirai reveals her genjutsu. Ryūki is confused as he tasted her blood, but Mirai reveals it was just the iron-rich water from hot springs. Ryūki is convinced what he sees now is a genjutsu, and charges at her. Guy and Kakashi watch as Mirai strikes back at him, seeing Asuma in her as she defeats Ryūki. He and his cultists are apprehended, and Mirai explains what happened to Tatsumi. They talk about having memories of their loved ones and looking to the future. Kakashi and Guy exchange words and discuss Mirai's growth.

They part ways with Tatsumi and go back to Konohagakure. Mirai is sceptical that they came across such an operation by accident, and they explain their mission was to investigate the missing girls, while Mirai's was to protect them, with Kiba, Chōji, and Tenten having been sent to gather intel while acting as tourists. As they arrive, Mirai realizes they've been giving her all the details so she can write the mission report. Boruto greets her as she arrives, and is shocked when she tells him what happened. Later, Mirai plays shōgi with Shikamaru, and says she figured out the "king" is the future generations. Shikamaru teases her for not realizing she's named after the answer, and points out she lost the match. Mirai is then seen on Hiruzen's Hokage stone face and after putting her forehead protector on. She holds her Chakra blades and jumps off the Hokage Monument.

Shikamaru visits Naruto in his office, asking him about his decision on who to promote to chunin, as the exams had been derailed by the Otsutsuki attack. Naruto finds it difficult to choose, as he can only promote one genin. Shikamaru stresses that chunin are team leaders, and should be chosen based on their ability to discern battle situations and make decisions. Naruto and Shikamaru review the sections of the exams and those who passed them, discarding them as they analyse how they fought and strategized their battles. They eventually narrow it down to Sarada, Sumire, and Denki, and Naruto decides to promote Sarada, as while she's on par with Denki and Sumire in terms of strategy, he finds her to have the better fighting skills among them. Sasuke arrives, feeling the need to report in. He says he hasn't been able to find Urashiki, but has discovered evidence that Urashiki had been around in several locations before Momoshiki and Kinshiki arrived, and Shikamaru speculates he was gathering intel. Seeing Sarada's photo, he deduces Naruto wants to promote her, but having learned from Sarada's desertion after the exams from Sakura, voices his concerns over who should be promoted. Sasuke leaves, and Naruto reconsiders Shikadai, pointing out his contribution in the resolution of the Iwagakure incident. Shikadai is promoted to chūnin and accepts it from Naruto.

As Shikadai admires his chūnin flak jacket. Moegi arrives to give him his first mission as team captain. She claims the mission is easy, but Shikadai is suspicious of her coming all the way to his house to tell him if that was the case. Because the mission was sudden, they had to put together a team with the available genin. Shikadai meets with Iwabee and Wasabi at the gates, who begin arguing with each other. Boruto arrives late, and offers him condolences for his team. Their mission is to retrieve a flower that grows at the top of a mountain. The genin question the mission, and Shikadai explains it's a rare flower that blooms only once every four years, and due to its medicinal properties, is sold at high prices, so they should also be on the look out for bandits. Wasabi asks how they'll find the flower, and Shikadai presents them Tonsuke, a pig with a great sense of smell that'll act as their guide, much to their shock.

Because he's the only pig who can find the flower, he's been spoiled rotten, and has to be fed special food regularly. Because one of the pigs who was being trained was stolen, they need to carry the pig as extra security, a task that falls to Iwabee. At night, they come across wolves. Wasabi scares them away, but also scares Tonsuke, who flees. Shikadai retrieves him, noticing his snout-shaped birth mark. Boruto attempts to reassure Shikadai while Iwabee and Wasabi argue over whether they should cross a bridge or go to a detour. Shikadai decides they should cross the bridge, but when Wasabi and Iwabee begin arguing again, the bridge starts swaying, and it scares Tonsuke, who almost falls, if not for Boruto and Shikadai. Shikadai forbids Iwabee and Wasabi from talking to each other for the rest of the mission. They come across bandits, and Iwabee and Wasabi both charge. Boruto warns Shikadai about a trap, but Shikadai injures his leg, and Tonsuke escapes.

The bandits are defeated, and Boruto recovers Tonsuke. Shikadai decides to finish the mission by himself. Tonsuke suddenly starts eating forest mushrooms, much to Shikadai and Boruto's surprise. Shikadai notices the lack of the birth mark, and deduces the pig was switched with the stolen one during the skirmish with the bandits. They find the bandits, but can't give chase because of Shikadai's leg injury. Wasabi and Iwabee discuss Shikadai's decision, and Iwabee spots Shikadai's blood on the trap. Boruto attempts to make bridge with his shadow clones to cross a ravine, but the gap is too big. Shikadai wants to jump the ravine even with his injury, but Iwabee arrives and uses his Earth Release to make a bridge. He and Wasabi apologise for fighting. Boruto wonders how to find Tonsuke, and Shikadai says Tonsuke will signal them. As he hasn't been fed in a while, Tonsuke starts crying, allowing Wasabi to pinpoint him with her cat hearing. They're able to ambush most of the bandits with Boruto and his shadow clones. Shikadai lures Tonsuke with his food, allowing Iwabee to separate him from the bandit leader with Earth Release, and pins the bandit leader with his shadow. They find the flower and succeed on their mission. Back at Konoha, Moeig reveals the mission was also a test, to see if Shikadai was a capable leader, assigning him with people other than his usual team-mates. Shikadai realizes he still has a long way to go as captain.

While walking through Konoha, Sarada spots Boruto, Metal Lee, and Shikadai eagerly opening Extreme: Shinobi Picture Scrolls packs. Sarada asks them about it, and they explain about its popularity. Boruto is bummed to get yet another repeat card of his father, and Sarada considers all three of them to be immature for being so into it. Chocho calls her to try another new dessert, and while they leave Boruto considers them to be the same as well. While comparing new cards, the boys run into Shino, who gets uncomfortable learning that Kiba and Akamaru are featured in the cards while he isn't. The three know how strong Shino is, and Boruto wants to make him a card, pointing out the Kaminarimon Company manufactures them. They manage to get an audience with Denki's father, who shows them a list of the next card series, which still has an open spot. Denki's father has such respect for shinobi he's having a hard time picking a final one.

They advocate for Shino's inclusion, but Metal Lee ends up suggesting his own father, also not present in the list. Denki's father can't make up his mind, so Denki suggests they pick the one who'll make a bigger profit. The company will make a survey and let the customers decide who'll get the final spot. Boruto and Shikadai campaign for Shino with shadow clones and distributing leaflets, and Metal and Denki, who Rock Lee once trained, put advertisements on the trains. Checking on the current tally, Rock Lee is leading the votes, so to raise Shino's profile, Boruto has Iwabee make a Shino stone face near the Hokage Monument with his Earth Release in exchange for one of the super rare Seventh Hokage duplicate cards Boruto has. Metal uses taijutsu to try carving Shino's face into his father's.

But Boruto creates shadow clones to use Wind Release: Gale Palm to carve Shino's face back. Shikadai thinks it'll all end in trouble and leaves. Boruto and Metal end up carving the giant stone face into a small statue, and are stopped by Shino and Rock Lee. They say they don't want to stand out like that, but appreciate their effort. They then notice a fire nearby and the genin worry they won't be able to rescue the person in it in time. Rock Lee kicks the statue into the building's water tank, and Shino uses his insects to remove the young person from the fire. When the second series is released, Boruto calls Shikadai out for just abandoning their efforts. When they open their packs, there are both Rock Lee and Shino cards. Denki explains that their profiles were significantly raised by the fire rescue, increasing both of their demands, leading Denki's father to add an extra spot. However, they keep getting duplicates again. Sarada and Chocho who sees this leave for a second round of new desserts.

In the Hokage's Office building, Sai works on a map. Kakashi arrives, and comments on the building being empty save for him. Sai explains everyone else is out investigating a bomb threat, so all other work has stopped. Kakashi notices a complaint about Team 25 from a post office and offers to look into it. He dons his Sukea disguise on the way to the post office. There, Hōki berates Hako for not acting according to plan and Renga for trying to carry too many boxes at once, who ends up dropping them. A post office employee complains about them, saying he'll request other genin if their performance doesn't improve. Renga and Hako blame Hōki while leaving, as they end up doing things their way because they can't understand his orders. Sukea asks to speak with Hōki, and is impressed he remembers him from when he interviewed them as Academy students. Sukea asks Hōki about the way he dresses, and Hōki explains his admiration for the Sixth Hokage.

Hōki informs Sukea his team is only being assigned D rank missions, and they're having to perform without a supervising jōnin, as theirs is recovering from a mission injury and due to labour shortage there's no one to fill in. He tried to lead the team, but Hako goes off to do her own things, and Renga only does things through brute strength. Boruto and Sarada suddenly arrive, and request to see a certain package as part of the bomb threat investigation. They find the bomb and manage to deactivate it. Several shinobi arrive at the post office to investigate. They explain to Hōki how the investigation revealed the bomber's plan to mail bombs, having discovered them through packaging paper found at the culprit's place, and how other genin are in pursuit. When their superior comes to talk to them, Hako deduces what he'll say from his behaviour and that he has marital problems from his clothes. Sukea takes notice. The office stops receiving packages for the day, but will resume the next day. Hōki discusses with Renga and Hako about being left out of the bomb investigation.

He later confides his frustration to Sukea. Sukea suggests he's not taking his team mates' feelings in consideration, and comments on Hako's perceptiveness. Hōki knows about it, and that Renga's strength allows him to excel in defence. He realises they ignored his orders earlier because Hako had anticipated the clerk's schedule, and Renga picked up several boxes at once to make up for lost time. Hōki becomes frustrated with himself. Sukea tells Hōki how the Sixth Hokage made mistakes in the past and lost a friend over it. Sukea asks him how the genin knew which package had the bomb. Hōki explains that if the department store had wrapped up the packages, they'd have the store's stickers on it, while the one Boruto and Sarada found had no stickers. He recalls seeing three other stickerless packages earlier. He gets Hako and Renga, and find another bomb. They figure out the bomber sent multiple bombs, counting on security being relaxed after the first one was discovered.

There's one bomb, whose package was already sent out, but they can't be sure of where it is because there's no set order of delivery, so it's up to postal worker when to deliver packages. Hōki confides in his team mates, and they go after the remaining bomb package. He asks Hako to take lead, as her keen perception should allow her to best assign tasks. She asks for who is responsible to delivery in the area, which Hōki has memorised. Based on who it is, Hako deduces where he'll make his delivery, at a train station, having observed the clerks through the mission. They find the bomb, but are unable to deactivate it. With little time until detonation, Renga has it thrown in the air and creates a wall for protection, allowing it to explode harmlessly. Kakashi arrives, claiming Sukea filled him in. He considers switching leaders in the middle of a mission risky, but Hōki thought about Sukea's story about him, and apologises to his team mates. They also apologise for leaving everything up to him so they could have it easier. Under Kakashi's recommendation, Team 25 is put under Sai's leadership, who considers their individual abilities suited for intelligence missions.

Boruto, Sarada, and Chōchō watch a movie in the cinema. Boruto found it to be uninteresting, therefore angering Sarada and Chōchō for not getting the romantic aspects of the plot. They want to have him watch the movie again, but Boruto leaves. He tells Konohamaru about it, who think he should train more if he has time to watch movies. Boruto asks him if he watches movies like that, but Konohamaru denies it, saying that he can't lose focus with romance when he wants to be the Hokage. They notice a young woman being pursued. Boruto and Konohamaru keep track of her as she loses her pursuers, and Konohamaru saves her from falling when she misses a step on stairs. The woman is astonished by the view while Konohamaru carries her jumping between buildings, and thanks him when they land. She introduces herself as Remon Yoimura. Boruto asks her why she was being chased. She claims she came to Konoha for sightseeing, ran into them when getting lost, and thinks she upset them. Remon insists on thanking them, so Boruto asks her to treat them lunch. At Lightning Burger, they try the latest item on the menu, a super sour Lemon Burger. Remon had never eaten a burger before, but loves sour foods.

She enjoys it so much she decide to live in Konohagakure. At their suggestion, Konohamaru tries the burger, but doesn't like the sourness. Remon offers him a handkerchief to wipe his mouth, and he promises to wash it and return it to her. Boruto considers him uncool. They offer to show her around and guard her while sightseeing. When Remon shows interest in hair clips from a stand, Konohamaru offers to buy her one, and she has Konohamaru pick one. Boruto comments on the expensive hair accessory she's already wearing. When visiting the Hokage Rock, Konohamaru explains how he was named after the village and about his grandfather, and Remon comments on his verbal tick. They both act shy and blush. Remon trips on a rock and Konohamaru catches her. Boruto notices their awkwardness towards one another. By sundown, the men pursuing Remon find her again, but she tells Konohamaru and Boruto not to worry, revealing they're from her household, and were after her because she left without informing anyone.

She thanks them both for her good time, and tells Konohamaru learning about his grandfather motivated her. She bids him farewell, purposefully using his verbal tick. The next day, Konohamaru stares at Remon's handkerchief. Sarada and Chōchō comment on his behaviour, and Chōchō surmises he's in love. Boruto is doubtful, but when they remind him he didn't even get the plot of a romantic movie, he thinks back to Konohamaru's interactions with Remon. Boruto and Konohamaru go to Remon's home to return her handkerchief, and Boruto also brings more Lemon Burgers. They arrive at her stately home. She notices them, and states she never wants to see them again, much to their shock. Another member of her household watches her from a balcony with a stern expression.

Boruto comments on Remon's different demeanour. The stern household member approaches, and tells Remon she must properly thank those she is beholden to, and introduces himself as Kankitsu Akitsuki, Remon's fiancé. Kankitsu asks them to leave as they're busy with wedding preparations. Konohamaru wants to return her handkerchief, and Kankitsu insists they leave. Konohamaru leaves, to Boruto's confusion. Boruto asks Konohamaru about the situation, but he says nothing. It's sundown, and they find a lost girl, from Daidai village. Konohamaru says they have to take her back, and Boruto confirms that's Remon's village. Kankitsu questions Remon about her attitude, telling her not to worry about the handkerchief, offering to buy her everything. Remon wants to retreat to her room, but Kankitsu says that until the ceremony, she's to stay in a special, secure room. Remon feels like a prisoner, but seeing how sad other villagers are about it, and Kankitsu reminding her it's for the good of the village, she relents. He takes her hair-clip for safekeeping, and she protests, pointing they guard her memories from Sōma. Remon comments he's changed. Konohamaru and Boruto return Anzu to her mother. Anzu says she couldn't remember where the village was, startling the villagers, which Konohamaru notices. Boruto argues they should visit Remon again.

An old woman talks to Remon, saying how Kankitsu has changed, and informs her another villager lost her memory and got lost, but travellers brought her back. Remon is concerned as legend never mentioned anything like that, and concludes they must hurry the wedding. Konohamaru and Boruto notice the extra security around Remon's home. Konohamaru stresses this is a personal investigation, not a mission, so no unnecessary involvement, and Boruto points out he's the one who wants to talk to Remon. Remon thinks about her experiences in Konoha, and Konohamaru and Boruto arrive at her window. They're concerned for her situation, but she explains it's the only way to save her village.

At Konohamaru's requests, she tells the legend of her village. Four centuries prior, Daidai village was almost destroyed by Sōma, a demon who consumes memories, leading them to waste away. She draws them a picture, a horned skull spirit. At the time, a shrine maiden, Kuen, battled Sōma, who came close to possessing her, but she managed to seal it in a rock. However, a portion of Sōma stayed within her, resulting in a curse that was passed down to her descendants. When bearers of the curse reach age twenty, the curse manifests a mark on their hands, signalling they connect Sōma with the outside world, and slowly drains their memories. Remon and Kankitsu are both descendants of Kuen through different branch families. Every hundred years, the seal weakens. Cursed women have a tool to protect them from Sōma, the hair-clip. When Sōma's horns begin growing from the rock, that'll be the sign of Sōma getting stronger.

At that time, a man and woman who bear the curse are wed and reapply the seal. Boruto questions why can't the seal be applied without them being married. Remon explains Kankitsu is losing his memories, and the only way to break the curse is through marriage. Boruto says they'll defeat Sōma, but Remon explains it doesn't have a physical form, so it can't be attacked with weapons or ninjutsu. Konohamaru confirms the existence of such beings, telling them about the Shikigami his grandfather made a contract with. Kankitsu leaves at night, and the old woman wonders where he goes. Remon says Kankitsu wasn't this cold when they were younger. She explains hearing the story of Konohamaru's grandfather gave her strength to go through with it. He returns her handkerchief. Before they leave Daidai village, they're approached by the old woman, Asaki, from the Yoimura family. She confirms Kankitsu's change in personality, and asks them to confirm where he goes at night. He visits Remon, finds she has her handkerchief back, and stays put for the night. Kankitsu goes to see Asaki, who forgets what she wanted to do. Boruto notices she's late to get their report and Konohamaru becomes suspicious of Asaki's absence.

Konohamaru decides he and Boruto should go looking for Asaki themselves. They see Kankitsu leaving Remon's home, and Konohamaru decides to tail him, instructing Boruto to find Asaki. Konohamaru follows Kankitsu to a site, where he's spotted by Kankitsu's subordinates. Kankitsu informs him only people from the Daidai village are allowed on the site, and that he'll file a complaint about him with Konohagakure. His subordinates escort him out. Boruto spots Kankitsu when he returns, but also Asaki, and goes to talk to her. She doesn't recognise him, but spots Kankitsu with Remon's hair clip in the distance, and advises Boruto to leave. Asaki follows Kankitsu to the sealing rock, and Boruto follows her. She stops Kankitsu from destroying the hair clip, which ends up with Boruto. Asaki accuses Kankitsu of not being himself. Kankitsu surmises he has to do more than erase her memories, and moves in to finish her.

Boruto forces his retreat with thrown kunai. He refuses to explain his intentions, adding Boruto would only forget them anyway, and produces several will-o'-the-wisps that follow Boruto around. Boruto dodges several of them, and Asaki blocks one with her own body. She grows antlers, which send two wisps back to Kankitsu, and passes out. Boruto blocks the next wisp, and while surprised by the hair clip protecting him, he's hit with another one from behind. Two wisps also leave his body through antlers. Boruto's memories of events since going to the movies are compromised. He flees the site with the hair clip, and continues to struggle with his memories. He falls into a river, and Kankitsu ceases the search. Due to Kankitsu's complaint, Konohamaru is placed under house arrest. Kankitsu informs Remon he's pushing up the wedding ritual, claiming Sōma is getting stronger.

Remon asks about Asaki's absence. Kankitsu lies about it, and says he'll let her know if he sees her. Boruto arrives home, and when asked by his mother and sister, he can't remember how he acquired the hair clip. Konohamaru spends the night researching. Sarada asks what Boruto did, believing Konohamaru's house arrest to be the result of him covering for something Boruto did. Throughout the day, Boruto stumbles upon reminders of his experiences with Remon, until he finally remembers everything. He rushes back home to retrieve the hair clip, and go sees Konohamaru, who has found something in his research. Boruto reveals to Konohamaru that Kankitsu's the one stealing people's memories. The two move out to return to Daidai village.

The wedding ceremony between Kankitsu and Remon begins. Boruto and Konohamaru rush back to Daidai village. Kankitsu and Remon join hands, and are instructed to cut the stone's horns to keep Sōma sealed. A ghostly aura connects them to the statue, and they're given swords to cut the horns. Kankitsu strikes to rock's binding ropes instead, to everyone's shock. Kankitsu grabs Remon's hand by force and continues the ritual. Konohamaru and Boruto arrive. Kankitsu proclaims he fulfilled his duty and passes out. Sōma manifests from the remains of the stone. It attacks Remon and Kankitsu, but Konohamaru pulls them out of the way. Boruto attempts to attack Sōma with kunai and Wind Release, to no avail. Sōma goes through some of the villagers in the cave, eating their memories. Konohamaru instructs Boruto evacuate them. Konohamaru attempts to fight Sōma, but it avoids him, and goes for Remon. Konohamaru gets in its way, and creating two shadow clones, attempts to seal it with one of his grandfather's seals. It merely restricts Sōma's movements for a while.

They leave the cave. Kankitsu wakes up, now free of Sōma's influence, and recounts how he fell under its control. Boruto stresses that physical attacks and ninjutsu don't work against it, and Konohamaru points out it seemed to evade him. Remon says it only fears Kuen's hair clip, which Konohamaru has. Remon wants to seal Sōma inside her body, Kankitsu stressing the risks. They explain how Kuen did the same long ago, but lost all her memories as a consequence, being barely able to transfer it to the rock, and only managed to cut one of the manifested horns on herself. The hair clip can't protect one's memories when they have Sōma sealed inside. They hear Konohamaru's seal about to break, so he and Boruto go back in. Just as Sōma attacks them, Konohamaru summons a monkey, Enra. Konohamaru informs Enra of Sōma's abilities, and Enra transforms into a staff at his instruction. Dodging Sōma, Boruto covers the cave with several tags. Sōma attacks Konohamaru, who blocks his blasts with Enra. Konohamaru uses the staff to create a seal with the tags Boruto planted.

A spectral monkey hand grabs Sōma, who struggles to break free. Enra comments Konohamaru doesn't have enough chakra, and the seal breaks. Enra's transformation and summoning dispel. Remon arrives with the hair clip, and seals Sōma inside herself. She struggles to keep it contained, and asks Konohamaru to cut the horns before losing her memories. Thinking back to his experiences with Remon, Konohamaru cuts the horns, destroying Sōma. Remon wakes up at home with Kankitsu and Asaki at her side. She doesn't remember them, or who she is. Konohamaru and Boruto leave Daidai village without saying goodbye to Remon, despite Boruto's insistence. Kankitsu brings Remon a Lightning Burger lemon burger. She enjoys it, but cries, finding it somehow nostalgic. Boruto brings one to Konohamaru as well, at Hiruzen's head as they sit on top of the Hokage Monument.

At the Lightning Burger, the Konoha genin discuss their plans for upcoming days off. While most are excited, Shikadai isn't looking forward to visiting his mother's family in the Land of Wind. Likewise, Boruto isn't excited to go camping with his excessively doting grandfather. Shikadai wishes he could go on a mission, and Boruto wishes he could train with Sasuke. Sasuke told him that he'd get in touch with a hawk message. Walking through Konoha, Boruto spots Sasuke's hawk delivering a message to the Hokage's office. Konoha shinobi take his message to be decoded. Intent on knowing the message, Boruto frees Sasuke's hawk. Shikamaru and Yurito discuss Sasuke's update on his search for Urashiki, which is leading him to the Land of Wind. Using the freed hawk's commotion as a distraction, Boruto learns Sasuke's location. He comes across Sarada, who notices his enthusiasm, but he decides not to tell her about finding Sasuke's location.

The next day, as a cover, he tells his mother thathe'll be camping with Team 7, and staying at Mitsuki's house. Boruto misses the train for the Land of Wind with Temari and Shikadai, but manages to sneak into a freight train that headed there as well. Boruto makes it to the Land of Wind, but ends up dropping off one station early. He tries walking to the next station, but passes out from thirst and heat. He is rescued by Isago, and wakes up at her house the next day. She encourages to spend the night and go to the train station in the morning. Isago's father Gojō curtly tells him to leave. Isago explains her father dislikes ninja. He refuses Boruto's help with repairing garden, and reveals his village was destroyed in the Fourth Shinobi World War, not by enemies, but by shinobi on his own side in an attempt to smoke out enemies. He lives in isolation so Isago never has to go through the same thing. At night, Boruto and Isago play Shinobi Bout, and an alarm goes off. Their fence damaged again, Gojō explains he's being harassed by people who want him to leave the area to they can build a power plant that'll benefit many people.

In the morning, Isago tries to make Boruto stay one more night, but he has to leave. He comes across the people harassing Isago and Gojō preparing to use a chemical to kill their greens. They hold Isago hostage to force Gojō to transfer land property, but still intend to kill their greens before harvest time. Boruto arrives and intimidates them into giving up with a Rasengan and a threat of informing Gaara of the situation. In gratitude, Gojō allows him to use a trolley he built to go to the train station. Boruto uses Wind Release to boost his speed, and arrives at the stone pillars marking his destination. He finds remains of Amaterasu burning and goes investigating. Nearby, Sasuke and Gaara fight Urashiki, who has a number of Toneri's puppets under his command. Boruto arrives, and Urashiki manages to snatch Sasuke's chakra while he's trying to protect Boruto. Sasuke charges at him, but Urashiki portals him away. Boruto then calls out to Sasuke in complete fear and shock.

After Sasuke is teleported to another dimension, Boruto tries to attack Urashiki but he is stopped by Gaara who takes both of them to a safe location. Once at a safe location, Gaara binds Boruto and explains to him that Urashiki is an Otsutsuki and he has no chance against Urashiki. Urashiki takes advantage of attacking an exhausted Gaara but he is saved by Shinki and Shukaku who joins the fray.

Shinki attacks Urashiki with his Iron Sand jutsu but Urashiki evades them with ease. Shukaku uses his Wind Release to try to push Urashiki away and grab him with his paws but Urashiki still evades him. Gaara then uses his Desert Layer Imperial Funeral Seal to seal Urashiki temporary with Urashiki stating that he will "just bide his time patiently". Kankuro, Yodo, and Araya arrives at the battle field after hearing news that Urashiki plans on targeting Shukaku.

Gaara gives a mission to Kankuro, Shinki, and Boruto to take Shukaku who at first refuses to be sealed in a tea kettle but later relents to the Konohagakure for Naruto to keep him safe. At first Shinki refuses because of Boruto's immaturity and because Shukaku belongs to the Sand Village but relents when Boruto is the only one who knows the Leaf's terrain. Also, Gaara states that Shinki can learn something from Boruto from what Boruto has that Shinki does not. Yodo and Araya will take Gaara back to the Sand Village to be healed. Kankuro, Shinki, and Boruto head out with Shukaku clinging onto Boruto's back for the first portion of the trip.

Kankuro, Shinki, and Boruto arrive at an abandoned wind generation building in hopes of finding communications but finds a map of routes leading to the Leaf. Shinki later scolds at Boruto for allowing Shukaku to trick him so easily in letting Shukaku wonder off with a thought that Shukaku needed a washroom break when in reality Shukaku just wanted to relax. He takes charge in keeping Shukaku safe within his Iron Sand armor. As Kankuro, Shinki, and Boruto head out, they are sensed by the enemy. Kankuro instructs Shinki and Boruto to go on ahead while he takes down the enemy with his puppets and the two departs.

Kankuro battles Urashiki's puppets to buy Shinki and Boruto more time. As the puppets increase in numbers, Kankuro summons more puppets to battle his foes. He is then overwhelmed and decides to self-destruct himself to destroy the remaining enemies. Temari and Shikadai arrives at Sungakure where Temari dreads something bad has happened.

Boruto and Shinki sees an explosion where Kankuro has been fighting. Boruto fights with Shinki that they should go back and see if Kankuro is okay and assist him but Shinki advises against it as he states that shinobi from Sungakure will do anything to protect one another even self-destructing their bodies to destroy the enemy for good. Boruto is angry that Shinki is cold about Kankuro's well-being and Shinki is angry about Boruto not being able to prioritize the mission first before lives. Shukaku appears and tells Boruto how Shinki was similar to Gaara until Gaara was saved by Naruto who gave him a different path of instead of fight for hatred to fight to protect people and never give up on that. This surprises Boruto where Boruto decides to go see if Kankuro is okay.

Temari and Shikadai meets up with Yodo and Araya where they inform them that Urashiki teleported Sasuke to another dimension and Shukaku was targeted. Temari orders Yodo and Araya to continue escorting Gaara back to Sungakure. Temari and Shikadai meets with Boruto who is also there to find Kankuro. Temari deduces that Shinki and Boruto had an argument. She is touched by Boruto's dedication for Kankuro but reminds him that a shinobi must not let his or her emotions get the better in the mission. Shikadai notices a pile of the destroyed puppets and a hole next to it burrowing down in the sand. Temari, Boruto, and Shikadai goes to search for Kankuro but also fears something bad is happening to Shinki as well. Shinki is attacked by one of Urashiki's puppet where he goes out on full battle. Urashiki escapes from his prison which Gaara senses.

Boruto concedes to Temari even though he may not have understood Kankurō's resolve or Shinki's, but he can't accept it, and understands he must protect Shukaku. Shinki begins fighting Urashiki's remaining puppet. It manages to hit Shinki with poisoned needles. Shinki feigns a hit from a sword with a clone, while the real Shinki anchors the puppet to the ground with Iron Sand and continues on his way, his arm paralysed. Shukaku teases him slightly that he might have been able to avenge his uncle if Boruto had been there to aid him in the fight. They arrive at a crevice, and Urashiki's puppet catches up to them, but so does Boruto, who lands a hit on it. Temari and Shikadai also arrive, giving Boruto and Shinki an opportunity to retreat. Boruto apologizes for dismissing Shinki's feelings, but adds his friends are important as well. Shinki berates Boruto for being emotional, and Shukaku laughs, comparing Boruto to Naruto. Boruto goes back to help Temari and Shikadai, and Shukaku sneaks away from Shinki after Boruto as well. The puppet releases poison gas, but Temari blows it away, by throwing the puppet into the crevice. Boruto arrives, and the puppet climbs back up. Shinki berates Shukaku for watching the battle, and Shukaku points out they do have to deal with pursuers.

The three go against the puppet, and while Shinki thinks their fighting is inefficient because of their emotions, Shukaku points out they're able to coordinate just fine, and adds that while he did compare Boruto to Naruto, Shukaku considers Boruto smarter and more skilled than Naruto was. Shinki takes Shukaku and continues to move away from the battle. The puppet pressures the shinobi with multiple arms, chakra blasts, and attacking after burrowing itself under the sand. Temari unearths the puppet with her Wind Release, but it's able to dodge her attacks in the air, by sending attacks of its own. Temari gets injured protecting Shikadai from an attack. Temari tells them she'll buy them time to leave, but they refuse. Boruto creates clones to form a perimeter and manages to land an explosive kunai on the puppet without detonating it, thus allowing Shikadai to uses Temari's fan to unearth the puppet again. In dodging Boruto's Rasengan, the puppet is caught by Shikadai's shadow, therefore allowing Boruto to land his Rasengan, which along with the explosive kunai detonation is enough to destroy the puppet. Temari tells Boruto to catch up to Shinki, while she and Shikadai recover and look for Kankurō. Urashiki catches up to Temari and Shikadai, after having to watched them fight through the puppets, and steals both their chakra. He muses it'll be bad if Shukaku reaches Konoha, but he does want to enjoy himself. Boruto catches up to Shinki and Shukaku, updating them on the puppet's defeat. Urashiki spots them from afar.

Urashiki catches up with Boruto Uzumaki and Shinki after he took Temari and Shikadai Nara's chakra. He launches some attacks with his fishing rod where it is blocked by Shinki's Iron Sand and Boruto battles him. Boruto uses his shadow clones to distract Urashiki long enough for Shinki to use an Iron Sand Puppet Sealing Technique on Urashiki. As they make a run, Shinki then uses three Third Eye techniques to keep an eye on Urashiki location.

Boruto and Shinki states that they cannot outrun Urashiki forever. Boruto then leads Shinki to Gojo and his daughter, Isago in hopes of using a radio transmitter to get help from Konohagakure. When they arrive there, they find out that Urashiki attacked the family maniacally with Gojo injured yet alive just to "kill some time". The radio transmitter in Gojo's and Isago's possession is broken which prevents Boruto and Shinki from getting help.

Gojo suggests another route for Boruto and Shinki could also use but is only known by locals. After the suggestion, Boruto comes up with an idea to use Gojo's and Isago's tea kettle which was miraculously left unscathed from Urashiki's attack as a decoy from the real Shukaku to go to the first route to Konohagakure which can only be crossed by a bridge and most likely Urashiki is lying in wait. Shinki and Shukaku agree to the risky plan and enacts it proving their thoughts correct.

Boruto stalls for time for Shinki to reach Konohagakure to deliver Shukaku to Naruto. Shinki is able to arrive at the border of Konohagakure where he is stopped by Mirai. He surrenders and explains his business. When he couldn't tell Mirai of the business unless there is someone who is a jōnin, Sai and two other Konohagakure shinobi comes and takes the message. Shinki explains that Boruto is being a decoy for Urashiki in order for Shinki to bring Shukaku to Konohagakure for safekeeping. Sai heads out with Mirai and Shinki standing by. Urashiki plans to use Boruto as a hostage for Naruto to crack but he is saved by Shinki after he completed his mission successfully. Shinki and Boruto both fight Urashiki together but Urashiki keeps teleporting away. Boruto's eye immediately starts activating similar during the Nue incident which Urashiki states that the eye is the Jōgan. Boruto and Shinki forces Urashiki in a standstill after Boruto's Jogan activates which allows Sasuke to arrive to Boruto's rescue but Urashiki escapes. Kankuro survives and is found by one platoon. Temari and Shikadai regains consciousness and are notified that Kankurō is found and safe. Gaara picks up Shinki from the Konoha Hospital and Boruto sees him off a final time with him having to go home and deal with his mother and Himawari for lying about where he was going.

It is decided that Shukaku will be staying with Naruto until a safehouse is created to keep the Otsutsuki clan from going after the Tailed Beasts. Sasuke heads out to track down Urashiki. Shukaku does not like the idea of staying in the same room as Kurama but reluctantly agrees since Naruto and Gaara asked him for his safety. When first arrived at home, Himawari treats Shukaku as a toy and pet much to his dismay. Naruto explains to Boruto that the Tailed Beast, Kurama is the source of his power but in the past, Jinchurikis who were used as vessels for their Tailed Beast were treated as secret weapons. Naruto conferences with Gyuki, Saiken, Isobu, and Son Goku to tell them about the situation. Whereas Matatabi, Chomei, and Kokuo are absent because they decided to "pass" on going into safety as they like to roam free. Kurama goes to make fun of Shukaku because of the embarrassment he went through with the Otsutsuki with him arrogantly stating he could do a better job against the Otsutsuki much to Shukaku's anger.

Naruto spends time with his family to supervise Shukaku and pass time with his family. Himawari first shows Shukaku around from the toy that imitates him much to his annoyance to trying to feed him with ramen which causes him to stay in his kettle. Shukaku after overhearing how Himawari overpowered Kurama decides to ask how she did it but she states that she didn't remember. It is only when Shukaku is about to be thrown into a scrap yard, Himawari activates her Byakugan and saves Shukaku changing a bit of his outlook on humans. Shukaku and Kurama shares a last conversation together before he heads out to the safehouse prepared but not before waving his tail goodbye to Himawari.

As Boruto rushes through breakfast to go train with Sasuke. Hinata compares Boruto's excitement to Naruto's when he'd go train with Jiraiya. Boruto would like to meet his father's master, but Hinata informs him he's passed away, but offers to show him photos. She shows him and Himawari photos of Naruto, Jiraiya, and their friends when they were young. Boruto notices Sasuke isn't in any of the photos, and Hinata deflects the issue. When talking about dinner, Sarada complains to her mother that Sasuke is still absent, with Sakura saying he left early to the Hokage's office. Boruto visits them looking for Sasuke, and mentions wanting to ask him about Jiraiya. Sarada recognizes the name as the author from the book her father had read during Family Day. Sarada and Boruto figure that reading the book will help them know about Jiraiya, and that since it's Kakashi's favourite book, it contains advice on how to be successful. As it's an old book, they go to a flea market. They witness Shino and Kiba stopping a thief, and ask them about the book. The two confirm Jiraiya is the book's author, and Shino explains his background as one of the Sannin. Boruto and Sarada insist on learning about the book, and Sarada's interest is sparked even more when Kiba mentions it's a novel. Kiba and Shino stress they're too young to read it. Believing the book's depth to require more life experience to be understood strengthens their resolve to read it.

They come across Chōji and Chōchō in a stall trying to sell their old clothes. Chōji gets flustered when asked about it, and when he mentions it's a romance novel, Chōchō voices interest in reading it as well, and directs them to an old book stall. Kūi and Daore are interested in buying the clothes, but feel insulted when Chōji doesn't remember them. Chōchō salvages the situation by making a promotion, and goes with Boruto and Sarada. At the book stall, they learn there are several books in the series, and while there is one available, Chōji intervenes, saying they're too young. The discovery of an archaeological relic is mentioned on tv. The two are frustrated about not finding the book. Boruto goes training, and Sarada asks him to tell Sasuke to come home early if the two meet.

Boruto finds Sasuke and asks about Jiraiya. Sasuke explains how the relationship between Naruto and Jiraiya was much deeper than what they have. Boruto asks about Sasuke's absence in the photos when his parents were young, and doesn't quite get Sasuke's answer. Sasuke curtly tells him not to read the book when Boruto asks about it. Boruto arrives home frustrated, and seeing the archaeological relic on tv, which is having the fūinjutsu on it researched, he vaguely recalls the symbol on it. Hinata tells him more about how Jiraiya influenced Naruto. Boruto finds copies of Jiraiya's books among Naruto's belongings, but Hinata skims through it and declares him too young to read it. Sasuke arrives home late, and sees a meal ready for him with a note from Sarada. Naruto calls Sasuke, and informs him they've received notice from border patrol that Urashiki has been indiscriminately stealing chakra. Urashiki comments on human craftiness of having to concealed the tailed beasts.

Mirai fights Urashiki but he takes her chakra and escapes causing Mirai to go missing in action. Naruto sends a team of genins minus Boruto and various chunins and jonins to go after Urashiki. Boruto catches the wind of the plan and asks to join the hunt but Naruto refuses because Urashiki already has a vendetta after the fight with Boruto and Shinki in the mission with the One-Tails. Sasuke suggests that he and Boruto become a two-men team. Naruto grants this under the condition that Boruto remains in the village with Sasuke. The genin teams head out with the various Chunin and Jonin when Urashiki is found but realizes that it is the missing Mirai and that everything is a trap. Boruto realizes that Urashiki is targeting the Leaf's Archeological Library to gain the artifact that was found by the team in the ocean. His hunch proves correct. Urashiki charges the mysterious artifact which causes Sasuke and Boruto to go after Urashiki. A brief fight ensues with Boruto managing to grab the device with Sasuke protecting him but they found out that they are in Konohagakure of the past where Tsunade is the Hokage and Urashiki's plan to take the Nine-Tails chakra from the Naruto of the past to erase everyone's existence.

Boruto lists the differences he can see in the village. Sasuke recalls Urashiki's words about "harvesting the fox's chakra". Karasuki startles Boruto, reporting having deviated from the temporal shift coordinates set by Urashiki. Questioned by Sasuke, Karasuki confirms that by being separated from them, Urashiki will arrive at the past a few days later. Karasuki also warns them about changing the future by interfering with the past. Sasuke and Boruto change into less conspicuous clothes. Sadly Boruto is surprised there is no Lightning Burger, and that Ramen Ichiraku is a small establishment. They come across Sakura, and Sasuke has to stop Boruto from asking her where they could find Naruto. Sasuke stresses Karasuki's warning, despite Boruto's assertion that they have to meet Naruto eventually anyway. Sasuke wishes to watch Naruto from a distance when they find him.

However Boruto bumps into Naruto by accident. Boruto lets a "dad" slip, but Naruto is distracted by Jiraiya, who's running away from a crowd who caught him peeping. He throws them off by giving Boruto his binoculars, but he and Naruto are caught and beaten up by Tsunade, and made to apologize. She asks Sasuke and Boruto who they are what they're doing in Konoha, and Sasuke claims they're travelling performs who use basic ninjutsu in their tricks. Tsunade explains they'll have to be watched, as a genin (a young Sasuke that Boruto is clueless about) has recently deserted the village, requiring security to be increased. She tasks Naruto and Jiraiya to keep a watch on them much to their anger. Jiraiya complains, but Boruto changes his mind by changing into an attractive girl. When Tsunade leaves, Jiraiya just dumps the task on Naruto, who wanted to train.

When the three come across Sakura again, Sasuke retreats, telling Boruto it's too risky, and that he'll maintain surveillance from a distance. Sakura recognizes Boruto from earlier, and comments on how similar he and Boruto are, much to their annoyance as they decline it. She notices there's only one person Naruto is watching, causing him to dread punishment from Tsunade. Naruto takes Boruto home to keep an eye on him. They have dinner, and Boruto recognizes some mannerisms Naruto kept in adulthood. When Boruto can't sleep, Naruto asks him about his family. Boruto talks to him about it, talking around the fact Naruto is his father. While Naruto is amaze that Boruto has a family, and Boruto tells him that he doesn't hate his father.

In the morning, Boruto complains about having ramen for breakfast. Naruto says it's a different flavor from the ones they had for dinner. Boruto decides to switch it up and uses some ingredients from Naruto's fridge to make the ramen spicier. Sasuke watches them from afar. Naruto shows Boruto around the village. Wanting to meet a young Sasuke, Boruto asks Naruto to introduce him to his team-mates, but Naruto says it's impossible, as Sasuke is away from the village, and talking around the fact that he deserted. Konohamaru arrives, wanting to show Naruto the progress of his Sexy Technique. Naruto is unimpressed and shows his Sexy Technique instead, and mentions Boruto's is also better than Konohamaru's. Before Boruto can show it, Sakura arrives and punches Naruto over the jutsu. Konohamaru runs away scared of Sakura. Hinata intervenes on Naruto's behalf. Boruto finds his parents' interactions embarrassing, but is interested when Neji arrives, and is startled by how much Rock Lee looks like his son.

Neji says that Tsunade gave him orders to gather Naruto and all available genin. As Boruto is under his supervision, he has to accompany Naruto. Naruto bumps into another shinobi, and Boruto says Thunder Trains would avoid such collisions. As they walk away, the shinobi he bumped into, Denki's father, muses on the idea. Boruto asks Naruto about the lack of Tsunade's face on the Hokage Rock. Naruto explains she took over recently, so it has yet to be carved, and adds his face will be added when he's Hokage. Boruto takes note of how Naruto was serious about at such a young age. The genin gather at a bathhouse, where Shikamaru explains they have to clean it because of something pertaining an acquaintance of Tsunade's. Boruto notices Ino-Shika-Chō haven't changed.

Knowing this is because of Jiraiya's peeping, Naruto wants to get it done with immediately. Sakura and Ino are surprised when Hinata talks to Boruto without a trace of nervousness. When the boys consider investigating what the bathhouse owner would have over Tsunade to make her order them to clean it, Naruto tries to focus on getting the job done, which Shikamaru finds unusual, and creates shadow clones. Boruto notices Naruto could already make more clones than him. Not wanting to be outdone, Kiba and Akamaru also begin using jutsu to get the job done, and ends up destroying Naruto's clones in the excessive foam he creates. Kiba and Akamaru end up hitting each other. Lee also overdoes it, and Boruto and Naruto keep throwing water on each other. Chōji slips and knocks them over. An employee comes to see what the noise is about, and recognizes Naruto from the day before, exposing him.

At the end of the day, the genin complain about having to deal with problems caused by Naruto, who stresses it was Jiraiya's fault. Shino compliments Boruto's moves, but finds flaws in it. Boruto notes to himself that Shino's the one who taught him. The genin needle Naruto about Boruto being able to surpass him, and when Boruto questions their need for personnel, they mention the recent desertion. Naruto and Sakura go silent. The others change the subject. At night, Boruto meets with Sasuke, who reports not having sensed Urashiki, and asks about Karasuki. Boruto reports no change, and asks about Sasuke at that time, by having put to together that he's the deserter. He asks Sasuke if he can't say anything. Sasuke is adamant they should only protect Naruto from Urashiki. The next day, Naruto complains about Sasuke being out of sight. Urashiki appears before Naruto, Boruto, and Sasuke.

Difference Between Anime and Manga

 * In the manga, the storyline takes place after the Boruto movie. However it retells the film in flashbacks. But in the anime, the storyline takes place when Boruto enrolls in the Ninja Academy for 5 years. However the anime's 2nd season will probably take place after the film.
 * In the manga, as Boruto appears with his two shadow clones. His eyes are dark blue, and his ahoge isn't shown on top of his head. But in the anime, as Boruto appears with his two shadow clones as he is in the village. His eyes are lavender instead, and his ahoge is shown on top of his head.
 * In the manga, Boruto has the Uzumaki clan symbol on the back of his jacket. But in the anime, Boruto has a screw symbol on the back of his jacket. However he does switch to the Uzumaki symbol when he becomes a ninja.
 * In the manga, Boruto wears a black track suit jacket with red stripes. However at the end of both sleeves it is red with two thin black stripes. But in the anime, only the end of both sleeves are magenta with one thin black stripe.
 * In the manga, the whole inside of Boruto's jacket is red. While the inside collar is red with thin black stripes. But in the anime, the inside of the jacket is light pink. While the inside collar has no thin stripe on it whatsoever.
 * In the manga, Boruto's jacket never had a thin red stripe added to the waist of his jacket. But in the anime, the jacket does have a thin magenta strike added on the waist.
 * In the manga, Boruto wears a light brown belt. But in the anime, he wears a dark brown butt go belt.
 * In the manga, the end of Boruto's pants are red with two thin black stripes on both sides of the pants. But in the anime, the end of his pants are magenta with one thin black stripe on both sides of the pants.
 * In the manga, Boruto wears small regular black open toe shinobi sandals. However with a thin black stack holding the right sandal in place. But in the anime, the thin black stack holding the right sandal in place isn't shown.
 * In the manga, Boruto never carries a one arm red book bag. But in the anime, Boruto is seen carrying a magenta one arm book bag.
 * In the manga, Sarada now wears a short sleeved qipao dress except that it reaches her upper thighs. But in the anime, the short sleeved qipao dress doesn't reach her upper thighs.
 * In the manga, Sarada's dress is held together with a white stripe obi. While underneath, is a white belt. But in the anime, Sarada's dress is held together with a white non stripe obi. While underneath, is a white belt.
 * In the manga, Sarada has black fingerless gloves that reaches up to her forearms. But in the anime, Sarada has short fingerless gloves that doesn't reaches up to her forearms.
 * In the manga, Sarada wears high heeled ninja sandals. She also wears a neckerchief knot around her neck. But in the anime, she doesn't wear high heel shoes. However she still wears the neckerchief knot around her neck.
 * In the manga, Hinata and Himawari were shown watering plants. However Himawari's ahoge is not shown on top of her head. But in the anime, Hinata and Himawari were shown talking to Boruto before he goes to the Ninja Academy. Whereas Himawari's ahoge is shown on top of her head.
 * In the manga, Hinata wears a necklace with the Uzumaki symbol on it. She also wears a long light purple shirt, while having it cover over a dark purple dress. Her long sleeve shirt also has a stripe neck caller on top. She also wears short pants and small open toe shoes. But in the anime, Hinata wears a light purple short-sleeved jacket with a white shirt underneath, light brown shorts and a pair of purple open-toed boots. Ironically she wears no necklace either.
 * In the manga, Himawari who appears as a small child wears a big light yellow sweater while having a pocket holder in front. She also wears long leggings and red boots. But in the anime, she doesn't appear as a small child. However she wears a light yellow long-sleeved sweater with a blue shirt underneath that has a petal-like pattern, and a two-layered pink flutter skirt. She also wears long, black open-toed stockings and fuchsia shinobi sandals.
 * In the manga, Naruto's long sleeve shirt is black with orange thin stripes, while his pant are orange. But in the anime, Naruto's long sleeve shirt is orange with black thin stripes and his pant are black.
 * In the manga, Boruto is reveal to be a prodigy. But in the anime, Boruto is reveal to be a near dropout by being placed in second place.
 * In the manga, Metal Lee goes by his surname. But in the anime, he goes by Metal.
 * In the manga, Boruto is refer to as a "slacker". But in the anime, Boruto is refer to as a "trouble maker".
 * In the manga, Himawari never asks Boruto to play with her whenever he comes home. But in the anime, Himawari does ask Boruto to play with her whenever he comes home.
 * In the manga, Boruto never tells Himawari that he is too busy to play with her. But in the anime, Boruto does tell Himawari that he is too busy to play with her.
 * In the manga, Boruto never asked about the Byakugan. But in the anime, Boruto does learn about the Byakugan.
 * In the manga, Naruto comes home from work around midnight. But in the anime, Naruto comes home from work after his family eats dinner.
 * In the manga, it never talks about Boruto's favorite food. But in the anime, Boruto's favorite foods are a hamburger and a Yakisoba Bun.
 * In the manga, Naruto tries to find a dangerous enemy that shape ships into the exact same person that he sees. But in the anime, Naruto tries to find a dangerous mysterious dark purple chakra that enters the person's body and makes them evil.
 * In the manga, Hiashi and Hanabi are never seen or mentioned at all whatsoever. But in the anime, they do appear and spend time with Naruto's children.
 * In the manga, Boruto and Naruto train in public with Sai and Inojin also seeing them spar. But in the anime, Boruto and Naruto train on the Hokage Monument while Sai and Inojin aren't watching them.
 * In the manga, when Naruto asks Sarada where Boruto went. Boruto hides inside a food stand sign. But in the anime, when Naruto asks Sarada where Boruto went. Boruto hides inside the sewer.
 * In the manga, Sakura was taken care in Shizune's residence. But in the anime, Sakura was taken care in the Konoha Hospital.
 * In the manga, Sarada eavesdrops on Naruto's conversation by going to meet Sasuke while she stands at the front door. But in the anime, after hearing Naruto's conversation with Shikamaru. Sarada hides behind a wall as Naruto walks out of his office.
 * In the manga, as Boruto is angry that Naruto left before getting his lunch. He angry complains about Naruto in front of Sarada, and the others. But in the anime, as Boruto is angry that Naruto left before getting his lunch. He angry complains about Hinata making Naruto too many lunch boxes when he believes that Naruto doesn't eat it.
 * In the manga, as Boruto is talking to Sarada about giving Naruto's lunch box to her. He has a big sweat drop on his face. But in the anime, as Boruto is talking to Sarada about giving Naruto's lunch box to her. He has a tiny sweat drop on his face.
 * In the manga, as Boruto has a flashback of Hinata making Naruto's lunch. Only her face is shown. But in the anime, as Boruto has a flashback of Hinata making Naruto's lunch. Her whole appearance is shown in a sideway view.
 * In the manga, while Naruto senses that Sarada and Chocho are following him as he is using Sage Mode. He decides to go straight to them so they don't keep following him. But in the anime, this scene isn't shown whatsoever.
 * In the manga, after Naruto blocks Shin's attacks with his Tailed Beast Chakra Arms. Sarada and Chocho don't know that Naruto has Kurama seal inside of him. But in the anime, after Naruto blocks Shin's attacks with his Tailed Beast Chakra Arms. Sarada and Chocho do know that Naruto has Kurama seal inside of him.
 * In the manga, as Sarada is angry showing the Team Taka picture to Sasuke. Upon seeing the photo, Naruto does a confuse eye wick with his left eye. But in anime, as Sarada is angry showing the Team Taka picture to Sasuke. Upon seeing the photo, Naruto does a confuse eye wick with his right eye.
 * In the manga, after meeting Sarada. Sasuke has a flashback of him discussing the possible treat greater than Kaguya with Naruto, Sakura and other Kage on the Five Kage Summit. But in the anime, during this flashback, he discussed the matter only with Naruto instead.
 * In the manga, as Sasuke uses his body to protect Sarada from Shin's attack. His back is shown as he gets injure. But in the anime, as Sasuke uses his body to protect Sarada from Shin's attack. His face expression is shown as he gets injure.
 * In the manga, after Sakura punched Shin. Sarada never knew Naruto had healing Abilties. But in the anime, when Sakura gets worry about Naruto's stab wound. Sarada gets shock when Naruto says he has fine healing abilities.
 * In the manga, Sakura got warped away by Shin's Space–Time Dojutsu of his creature while standing next to Shin and his clone. But in the anime, Sarada was supposed to be the one warped away, but Sakura pushed her out of the way and was teleported in her place.
 * In the manga, Naruto is shown standing outside of the room that Sarada is in with Suigetsu after she thinks Karin is her mother. But in the anime, Naruto is shown after Suigetsu walks out of the room.
 * In the manga, when Naruto mentions his hatred for Team Taka in front of Suigetsu. He calls Suigetsu a fool after Sarada thinks that Karin is her mother. But in the anime, when Naruto mentions his hatred for Team Taka in front of Suigetsu. He calls Suigetsu a idiot after Sarada thinks that Karin is her mother.
 * In the manga, when Naruto notices Sarada's Sharingan. He mentions her having it aloud. But in the anime, he hands Sarada a mirror so she can look at it.
 * In the manga, when Naruto thinks about his past after Sarada says she has no family. Dialogue is heard during the flashbacks. But in the anime, when Naruto thinks about his past after Sarada says she has no family. No dialogue is heard during the flashbacks.
 * In the manga, Sarada has a flashback of her parents teaching her how to walk when she was a toddler. But in the anime, this isn't shown. Instead Sarada has a flashback of when she had a big fever before she wore glasses.
 * In the manga, when Sarada asks Sakura what's better than a kiss. Sakura does a face palm on her forehead before answering her daughter. But in the anime, when Sarada asks Sakura what's better than a kiss. Sakura put a finger on her chin, then she does a face palm on her forehead before answering her daughter.
 * In the manga, Sarada also had a flashback of eating lunch at the Ninja Academy while thinking of the forehead poke. But in the anime, this scene isn't shown since the timeline took place before Sarada went to the Ninja Academy.
 * In the manga, when Sasuke scolds Naruto and Sarada for taking too long. Naruto yells at Sasuke, while Sarada shows no emotion towards her father. But in the anime, when Sasuke scolds Naruto and Sarada for taking too long. Naruto angrily points a finger at Sasuke, while Sarada shows a angry glare towards her father.
 * In the manga, Naruto was shock upon seeing Sasuke regain his Susanoo. But in the anime, Naruto wasn't surprised at all by this and Sasuke criticizes him for not being shock.
 * In the manga, Sarada and Chocho was shock upon seeing Sasuke regain his Susanoo. But in the anime, their reactions were not shown at all whatsoever.
 * In the manga, Sakura prepares to battle Shin by making a fist with her left hand. But in the anime, Sakura stands completely still before she battles Shin after he gets off of a bed.
 * In the manga, during their final encounter. Shin was quickly defeated by Sasuke catching off guard and crushing him with Susanoo. But in the anime, the fight was extended. While having Sasuke defeat Shin with Sakura's aid, by teleporting her close enough to cripple him in a single blow.
 * In the manga, after Sarada defeats the Shin clones. Sakura hugs her and tells her that she is the daughter of her and Sasuke. But in the anime, Sakura tells Sarada this during their first family dinner with Sasuke.
 * In the manga, Karin scolds Suigetsu for his misunderstanding by telling him to make it up to the Uchiha family by giving Sarada new glasses. This scene is shown before Sarada looks at her new family photo. But in the anime, Karin scolds Suigetsu for his misunderstanding by telling him to make it up to the Uchiha family by giving Sarada new glasses. This scene is shown before Sarada has her first family dinner with Sasuke.
 * In the manga, after Sasuke refuses to show Sakura affection in public. Sakura has her head all the way down as Sarada waves goodbye to Sasuke. Also Sasuke smiles as he is walking while holding his lunchbox. But in the anime, after Sasuke refuses to show Sakura affection in public. Sakura has a sad expression on her face as she and Sarada wave goodbye to Sasuke. Also Sasuke's face isn't shown as he is walking while holding his lunchbox.
 * In the manga, the Sarada Uchiha arc ends with Sarada looking at a new family picture of her with her parents. But in the anime, the Sarada Uchiha arc ends with Sarada telling Boruto that her dream is to become the Hokage after he thanks her for giving Naruto his lunchbox.
 * In the manga, Boruto scoffs at Sarada's dream to become the Hokage by calling it weak. But in the anime, his mouth is close before he scoffs at her dream to become the next Hokage.
 * In the manga, Boruto asks all of his classmates to help deface the Hokage Monument. But in the anime, Boruto only asks Inojin to help him deface the Hokage Monument.
 * In the manga, the new Ino-Shika-Cho didn't train with Inojin's parents or Chocho's parents. But in the anime, the new Ino-Shika-Cho did train with Inojin's parents or Chocho's parents.
 * In the manga, Sakura and Sarada live in a house before the Five Kage Summit. But in the anime, after the Uchiha Shin incident. Sakura and Sarada live in a big apartment building.
 * In the manga, the four kage came to Konoha after Boruto's little prank. But in the anime, the four kage came to Konoha before Boruto's little prank.
 * In the manga, Udon and Moegi tell Naruto that Boruto is defacing the Hokage Monument. But in the anime, only Moegi tells Naruto that Boruto is defacing the Hokage Monument.
 * In the manga, Boruto defaces all seven faces of the Hokage with paint. But in the anime, Boruto only defaces Naruto's Hokage face with paint.
 * In the manga, Naruto scolds Boruto for defacing the Hokage Monument during the Five Kage Summit. But in the anime, it is Sarada who scolds Boruto for defacing the Hokage Monument during the Five Kage Summit.
 * In the manga, Inojin calls Chocho "fatso". Which makes him get punch in the face. But in the anime, he calls Chocho "chubs". However Chocho doesn't punch him after he calls her that.
 * Boruto movie (Ep. 52 to 66)


 * In the manga, Boruto narrates that he is Naruto's son whether he likes it or not. He says that Naruto is a part of his story too, and as a ninja who realized that his dream is to be the Hokage. However Boruto says that his tale begins as he began rebelling against Naruto for not paying enough attention to him. But in the anime, Boruto doesn't narrate about Naruto at all.
 * In the manga, a photo of a young Boruto with Naruto is shown as Boruto looks at it before going on a mission with his teammates. But in the anime, this photo is shown the night before Boruto became a Ninja Academy student.
 * In the manga, Boruto learns about Sasuke from Sarada. But in the anime, Boruto learns about Sasuke from Konohamaru.
 * In the manga, Boruto says he will follow his own ninja way by being like Sasuke after the defeat of Momoshiki. But in the anime, Boruto says he will follow his own ninja way by being like Sasuke on the day of Himawari's birthday.
 * In the manga, Boruto is with his teammates when he is in the forest. But in anime, Boruto and his teammates aren't on a mission.
 * In the manga, Boruto doesn't watch Naruto being interviewed on TV. But in the anime, Boruto does watch Naruto being interviewed on TV.
 * In the manga, the women who interviewed Naruto's shadow clone on television doesn't know that Naruto sent a shadow clone to the interview. But in the anime, the women who interviewed Naruto's shadow clone on television was surprise that Naruto sent a shadow clone to the interview.
 * In the manga, Team Konohamaru and Naruto see Katasuke try to get the Kote to be use in the Chunin Exams. But in the anime, only Naruto and Shikamaru see this. An extra scene shows Naruto asking Shikamaru if he was rude but Shikamaru says he was right to tell Katasuke off.
 * In the manga, Katasuke speaks to Boruto after the Kote is forbidden to be use in the Exams. But in the anime, Katasuke is in his lab when someone attacks him. Not only that Boruto smiles as Himawari is happy about her birthday.
 * In the manga, Inojin and Shikadai get threat letters from their moms that says they better not think of belling out of taking the exams. But in the anime, this scene isn't shown.
 * In the manga, Boruto gives the cheat code to Inojin after his argument with Sarada. But in the anime, he does this before his teammates arrive.
 * In the manga, Inojin and Shikadai are angry that Boruto cheats at video games. But in the anime, they are annoy that Boruto refuses to struggle playing video games.
 * In the manga, Inojin and Shikadai left after learning about cheat codes. But in the anime, they stay and hear Sarada reasoning with Boruto to take the Exams.
 * In the manga, when Mitsuki hands Boruto his Chunin Exam application paper while Boruto plays his game. He says "I see you excel at games too". But in the anime, Mitsuki says Boruto sucks at video games.
 * In the manga, Sarada says to Boruto while Mitsuki holds his application paper "Konohamaru Sensei asked us to hand this to you". But in the anime, Sarada says to Boruto while Mitsuki holds his application paper that she had to have Mitsuki help her find him.
 * In the manga, Mitsuki tells Boruto they need to enter as a team or they can't take the Exams with just two people. But in the anime, it was Sarada who told Boruto this.
 * In the manga, after he told his teammates that he isn't taking the exams. Boruto sees Sarada grab his jacket collar. But in the anime, Boruto looks at his game after he tells them he ain't taking the exams.
 * In the manga, when Boruto tells his teammates that he doesn't want to take the exams. He says "yeah so" to them while he plays video games with Inojin and Shikadai. But in the anime, when Boruto tells his teammates that he doesn't want to take the exams. He says "I really don't care" to them while he plays video games with Inojin and Shikadai.
 * In the manga, after he told his teammates that he isn't taking the exams. Boruto sees Sarada grab his jacket collar. But in the anime, after he told his teammates that he isn't taking the exams. Boruto doesn't see Sarada grab his jacket collar.
 * In the manga, Sarada angrily tells Boruto "My dream is to become Hokage. If you stand in the way of that then so help me god!". But in the anime, Sarada angrily questions him if he is getting in her way of becoming the Hokage.
 * In the manga, Boruto angrily slaps Sarada's hand off his jacket color and then tells Sarada to tell her dream goal of becoming the Hokage to someone who actually cares. But in the anime, he just slaps Sarada's hand off of his jacket collar and says that he knows about her dream to be the Hokage.
 * In the manga, Boruto describes the Hokage title as a title that causes problems all around you. Along with saying that it is fitted for people who are alone. But in the anime, he tells Sarada to do whatever she wants and said that the Hokage title is an nuisance to the village that is fitted for people with no love ones.
 * In the manga, Sarada reasons with Boruto to take the Exams as the walk in public. But in the anime, she does this at the restaurant.
 * In the manga, Boruto angrily tells Sarada while curving his right arm "I heard you the first time! There I'll join too satisfied". But in the anime, he says he has no choice.
 * In the manga, Sarada refers to Boruto as a push over. But in the anime, Sarada refers to him as easy.
 * In the manga, Boruto and Sarada talk about their dads. But in the anime, they don't talk about Naruto and Sasuke.
 * In the manga, Boruto and Sarada almost hear Mitsuki say who is parent is. But in the anime, they don't hear this.
 * In the manga, Himawari calls Boruto "Big Bro". But in the anime, Himawari calls Boruto "Big Brother".
 * In the manga, Hinata was behind Himawari when she was waving to Boruto. She also carried one grocery bag. But in the anime, Hinata was next to Himawari when she was waving to Boruto. She also had two grocery bags.
 * In the manga, Himawari is shown as a very small child and has short hair. But in the anime, she is shown as a pre-teen and has large hair.
 * In the manga, Hinata wears a necklace with the Uzumaki symbol on it. She also wears a long light purple shirt, while having it cover over a dark purple dress. Her long sleeve shirt also has a stripe neck caller on top. She also wears short pants and small open toe shoes. But in the anime, Hinata wears a light purple short-sleeved jacket with a white shirt underneath, light brown shorts and a pair of purple open-toed boots. Ironically she wears no necklace either.
 * In the manga, Himawari wears a big light yellow sweater while having a pocket holder in front. She also wears long leggings and red boots. But in the anime, she wears a light yellow long-sleeved sweater with a blue shirt underneath that has a petal-like pattern, and a two-layered pink flutter skirt. She also wears long, black open-toed stockings and fuchsia shinobi sandals.
 * In the manga, Himawari says to Boruto while waving "Guess who's birthday it is today. Let's go home and par-tay". But in the anime, Himawari says to Boruto while waving to him "Let's Go Home!".
 * In the manga, as Boruto happily smiles. He says "aww yeah!" to Himawari. But in the anime, as Boruto happily smiles. He says "okay!" to Himawari.
 * In the Manga, Boruto says goodbye to his teammates before leaving with his mom and sister. But in the anime, he doesn't do this.
 * In the manga, Boruto and his family are surprised that Naruto is home. But in the anime, they let Naruto know that they are home.
 * In the manga, everyone was surprised when Naruto opened the door. But in the anime, only Himawari and Hinata are surprised while Boruto is annoy.
 * In the manga, Boruto sets up the dinner table with plates and happily pats Himawari on her head. While Naruto sits at the table, and smiles at his children, whereas Hinata holds a glass bottle in her hands. Then once the food is on the table, Boruto asks Naruto to bring the cake, while Himawari cheers. But in the anime, Naruto was in his study room as dinner was being made. Then he talks to Boruto in the hallway while the table is being set up.
 * In the manga, before Himawari's birthday cake falls on the floor. Her birthday cake has 7 candles on it. Therefore making Boruto five years older than her. But in the anime, it's hard to tell how many candles are on the cake before it falls to the floor.
 * In the manga, Boruto has his head facing down after seeing Naruto's shadow clone disappear. Ironically he says shadow clone out loud, then his hands are shown as he smashes his hands on the table. But in the anime, while his head is facing down. His face is shown after seeing the shadow clone disappeared.
 * In the manga, Himawari doesn't say anything to Boruto before he gets up from the table. But in the anime, she tries to say something to him.
 * In the manga, when Boruto angrily gets up from the table after Naruto's shadow clone disappeared. He curses out loud. But in the anime, when Boruto angrily gets up from the table after Naruto's shadow clone disappeared. He says who does Naruto think he is.
 * In the manga, as Hinata grabs him by the arm. Boruto angrily tells her "what do u want?". But in the anime, as Hinata grabs him by the hand. Boruto kindly says "let go of me mom".
 * In the manga, Hinata confronts Boruto by saying "Your father he just puts the village's need before his own. He's not neglecting you two on purpose understand?!". But in the anime, she tells Boruto "Your father has to work hard for the people of the village. It doesn't mean he's forgotten about the two of you!".
 * In the manga, Hinata says to Boruto "The Hokage plays a very important role. From generation to generation they all played an prominent parts in the lives of everyone in the village". But in the anime, Hinata says to him "Being the Hokage is a difficult job. It's an dispensable duty crucial to the survival of the village passed down throughout the generations".
 * In the manga, during his argument with Hinata. Boruto says while having his head down and eyes close, "Then that means all these Hokage kids from generation to generation happily handed down this messed up situation". But in the anime, he says that he is sick of the Hokage being an excuse.
 * In the manga, when Boruto is arguing with Hinata. He says to her "They say that grandpa was a Hokage too. But when dad was little he was already dead right? So then he didn't get to experience all these fun things with his parents our dad!". Then while smiling and winking his right eye, he says to her "See you are much better off not having a Hokage as a parent then". But in the anime, when Boruto is arguing with Hinata while being angry the whole time. He says that Minato was dead when Naruto was young and that Naruto never experience having parents.
 * In the manga, Hinata is seen crying very hard when Boruto tells her all this. But in the anime, Hinata doesn't cry whatsoever however she places her hand on her stomach.
 * In the manga, Boruto becomes shock when he sees Hinata cry very hard. Hinata even says to him "I'm not arguing with you. It pains me when your father misses important days like today. But your situation is night and day compare to what your father went through! He has always been there for you!". But in the anime, after hearing Boruto speak rudely about Naruto. Hinata didn't cry at all. However she has her head down when she tells him "I know it's sad not to have your father around on important days". Then Boruto showed a shock expression on his face when Hinata says "But it's different with you". However he became angry when Hinata says "You have a father who's actually here".
 * In the manga, Boruto yells at to Hinata by saying "No I don't understand! Why is my dad even the Hokage? All he does is sit around at his desk all day acting all high and mighty. Anyone can do that!". But in the anime, Boruto angrily looks away from Hinata and tells her in a sad tone "And what about us! Why does my dad have to be the Hokage?".
 * In the manga, Himawari was holding Hinata's hand as Boruto opens the slide door. But in the anime, Hinata has her hand on Himawari's head after Boruto walks away from closing the slide door.
 * In the manga, Himawari hugs Hinata while being at her mother's legs. But in the anime, Himawari hugs Hinata while being at her mother's waist. Hinata also apologized to her.
 * In the manga, Boruto walks up the stairs after leaving the living room. But in the anime, Boruto alreay in a dark hallway that leads to his room after leaving the living room.
 * In the manga, before Boruto goes into his room. He sees Naruto's study room door being a tiny bit open. But in the anime, before Boruto goes into his room. He sees Naruto's study room door being wide open instead.
 * In the manga, Shikamaru tells Naruto to go home. But in the anime, this ain't shown until after Boruto met Sasuke.
 * In the manga, Boruto has his eyes down after looking at the old photos. But in the anime, Boruto has his eyes wipe open while looking at the old photos.
 * In the manga, Himawari's drawing of Hinata and Naruto shows them with long hair. But in the anime, Himawari's drawing of Hinata and Naruto shows them with short hair.
 * In the manga, when Boruto sees his father's photos that are stuck to pins. He looks at three photos that are: Naruto as the Hokage under his Hokage rock face, young Naruto with Team Kakashi and lastly Naruto with Gaara. But in the anime, when Boruto sees his father's photos that are stuck to pins. He looks at four photos that are: young Naruto with the Sasuke Retrieval Squad, Naruto as the Hokage under his Hokage rock face, young Naruto with Team Kakashi and lastly Naruto with Gaara.
 * In the manga, when Naruto and his family are in front of their house posing for a photo. Himawari is shown hugging Hinata. But in the anime, when Naruto and his family are in front of their house posing for a photo. Himawari is shown next to Hinata.
 * In the manga, when Boruto looks at his birthday photo. His birthday cake has 10 candles on it. Therefore Boruto became a ninja two years later. But in the anime, when Boruto looks at his birthday photo. His birthday cake has 12 candles on it. Therefore Boruto became a ninja at his current age.
 * In the manga, during Boruto's birthday photo. Hinata has a black shirt and pattern sweater on. But in the anime, during Boruto's birthday photo. Hinata has a dark purple shirt and a non pattern sweater on.
 * In the manga, during Boruto's birthday photo. Boruto has a black t-shirt on. But in the anime, during Boruto's birthday photo. Boruto has on a gray t-shirt with black arm warmers.
 * In the manga, during Boruto's birthday photo. Himawari has a school uniform on when she makes a peace sign with her right hand. But in the anime, during Boruto's birthday photo. Himawari has a sweater on when she makes a peace sign with her right hand.
 * In the manga, Boruto was facing side ways after looking at the drawings and old photos. But in the anime, Boruto was facing forwards after looking at the drawings and old photos.
 * In the manga, after seeing the old photos. Boruto notices Naruto's old jacket while facing sideways as he looks at it. But in the anime, after seeing the old photos. Boruto notices Naruto's old jacket by turning his head, and walking to it.
 * In the manga, Boruto describes Naruto's old jacket as filthy and worn out when he grabs it from the hanger. But in the anime, he described the old jacket as dirty and torn up after he grabs it from the hanger.
 * In the manga, when Boruto holds his father's jacket and looks at a picture of him when he was his age. Boruto doesn't think about anything at all. But in the anime, when Boruto holds his father's jacket and looks at a picture of him when he was his age. Boruto thinks about Hinata's earlier words of having a father whose actually here for you.
 * In the manga, Boruto says Naruto's old jacket "sucks" while throwing it out of the window. But in the anime, Boruto calls Naruto's old jacket "lame" while throwing it out of the window. Boruto also calls himself lame after seeing the jacket out the window.
 * In the manga, as Boruto hears the door bell ring. He says "could it be" while having a shock expression on his face. But in the anime, as Boruto hears the door bell ring. He says "could it be" while he has a angry expression on his face.
 * In the manga, while running downstairs. Boruto says "It's dad so he finally decided to show up", while assuming that he is at the front door. But in the anime, Boruto says so you finally decided to show up while he runs downstairs. As he is about to approach the front door.
 * In the manga, when Boruto is about to punch the mysterious person at the front door. He is facing sideways. But in the anime, when Boruto is about to punch the mysterious person at the front door. He is facing forwards.
 * In the manga, when Boruto punches Sasuke's hand. Both are shown in full view. But in the anime, when Boruto punches Sasuke's hand. Both are shown in a side ways view.
 * In the manga, after Boruto mistook Sasuke for Naruto. He says "Ah I'm sorry I thought you were my dad". But in the anime, after Boruto mistook Sasuke for Naruto. He says "I'm sorry I thought you were my dad".
 * In the manga, after Sasuke brush off Boruto's attack. He says "You must be Naruto's son your name". But in the anime, after Sasuke brush off Boruto's attack. He says "Your Naruto's son? what's your name?".
 * In the manga, when Boruto says his name to Sasuke. He says Boruto Uzumaki. But in the anime, when Boruto says his name to Sasuke. He says Uzumaki Boruto.
 * In the manga, Hinata is behind Boruto when she says Sasuke's name to him at the front door. But in the anime, she is right next to him when she says Sasuke's name to him at the front door.
 * In the manga, Boruto tilts his head when Hinata tells Sasuke that Naruto is at his office. Ironically Boruto was shock that he just met his idol. But in the anime, Boruto has his head forward after Hinata tells Sasuke that Naruto is at his office. Ironically Boruto was surprise that he just met his idol.
 * In the manga, when Sasuke is about to leave after learning that Naruto is in his office. He says "I see sorry for the intrusion". But in the anime, when Sasuke is about to leave after learning that Naruto is in his office. He says "I see sorry I bothered you".
 * In the manga, Boruto refers to Sasuke as Naruto's former rival. But in the anime, he refers to Sasuke as dad's rival.
 * In the manga, Boruto sees Sasuke leave their house from the front yard. But in the anime, Boruto sees Sasuke leave their house from the front door.
 * In the manga, Hinata isn't shown when Sasuke leaves the front yard. But in the anime, Hinata is shown when Sasuke leaves Naruto's house from the front door.
 * In the manga, as Boruto watches Sasuke leave. He says Sasuke is "friggin cool". But in the anime, as Boruto watches Sasuke leave. He says Sasuke is "so cool".
 * In the manga, Boruto goes after Sasuke when he goes to meet Naruto. But in the anime, he goes after Naruto to beat him up for ruining Himawari's birthday.
 * In the manga, Naruto speaks to Sasuke by himself about the new threat and about Boruto. But in the anime, Shikamaru is shown with them when they talk about this.
 * In the manga, Sasuke's first battle with Kinshiki is shortened. But in the anime, his battle with the former is longer.
 * In the manga, Boruto does a sneak attack on Sasuke in the dark. But in the anime, Boruto tries to fight Sasuke at the Hokage residence.
 * In the manga, Boruto doesn't tell Sasuke he wants to defeat Naruto when he asks him to be his student. But in the anime, Boruto does tell Sasuke he wants to defeat Naruto when he asks him to be his student.
 * In the manga, Boruto was shock when Sasuke asks him if he can do the Rasengan. But in the anime, Boruto was confuse when Sasuke asks him if he can do the Rasengan.
 * In the manga, Sasuke never plainly point out that Boruto can't do the Rasengan. But in the anime, Sasuke does say that Boruto can't do the Rasengan out loud.
 * In the manga, when Boruto goes to meet Konohamaru to ask him to teach him the Rasengan. He has his headband on when he meets him at his house, and calls him sensei. But in the anime, when Boruto goes to meet Konohamaru to ask him to teach him the Rasengan. He doesn't has his headband on when he meets him at his house, but he calls Konohamaru big bro.
 * In the manga, Boruto never used Lighting to at first pop the water balloon. But in the anime, he does use Lighting to at first pop the water balloon.
 * In the manga, Boruto was frustrated trying to pop the water balloon. But in the anime, it's Konohamaru that is frustrated when Boruto uses Lighting to pop the water balloon.
 * In the manga, Boruto never hangs out with his friends when he is learning the Rasengan. But in the anime, he does hang out with friends when he is learning the Rasengan.
 * In the manga, Orochimaru and Mitsuki never speak to each other before the Chunin Exams by using their snakes. But in the anime, they do speak to each other before the Chunin Exams by using their snakes.
 * In the manga, Sasuke never told his family that he is staying until the Chunin Exams are finished. But in the anime, he did told his family that he is staying until the Chunin Exams are finished.
 * In the manga, it never shows Hinata going out by leaving her children alone for the night. But in the anime, it does show Hinata going out by leaving her children alone for the night.
 * In the manga, it never shows Boruto and Himawari baking a cake when their parents aren't home. But in the anime, it does show Boruto and Himawari baking a cake when their parents aren't home.
 * In the manga, Boruto never got the idea to do rotation to pop the water balloon. But in the anime, he gets the idea by mixing cake ingredients together.
 * In the manga, Sasuke told Sarada that she is jumping to conclusions when she thinks Boruto won't be his student. But in the anime, he tells her that she and Boruto are jumping to conclusions when she thinks Boruto won't be his student.
 * In the manga, Sarada never went to find Boruto after Sasuke allows him to be his student. But in the anime, she does go to find Boruto after Sasuke allows him to be his student.
 * In the manga, Boruto bumps into Katasuke before they go to his lab. But in the anime, this scene isn't shown.
 * In the manga, after Boruto got the Kote from Katasuke. He cleans his clothes by looking at a glass window and stares angrily at Naruto's face on the Hokage Monument. But in the anime, these scenes aren't shown.
 * In the manga, Boruto's neck is shown when he shouts Rasengan to Sasuke. But in the anime, only his face is shown when he shouts Rasengan to Sasuke.
 * In the manga, when Sasuke sees Boruto's fake Rasengan. Young Naruto is shown saying "Rasengan" while Boruto says "How's that for a Rasengan?". But in the anime, when Sasuke sees Boruto's fake Rasengan. Young Naruto is shown smiling with his dirty tracksuit as he is seen in front of Boruto. The two remain completely silent without saying anything.
 * In the manga, Boruto's face is shown when he tells Sasuke that he and Naruto are different when it comes to talent. But in the anime, his whole body is shown when he tells Sasuke that he and Naruto are different when it comes to talent.
 * In the manga, Boruto's backside is shown when he asks Sasuke about his deal for him to be his student. But in the anime, Boruto's face is shown when he asks Sasuke about his deal for him to be his student.
 * In the manga, Sasuke walks away when he tells Boruto that he can be his student. But in the anime, Sasuke looks away from Boruto when he tells him that he can be his student.
 * In the manga, Boruto happily smiles with his eyes and mouth completely open when he hears that he can be Sasuke's student. But in the anime, he happily smiles with his eyes close and his mouth completely close when he hears that he can be Sasuke's student.
 * In the manga, it never shown Sasuke's reaction upon him learning that Boruto cheats his way to get what he wants. But in the anime, it shows that Sasuke was extremely angry upon learning that Boruto cheats his way to get what he wants.
 * In the manga, Gaara was with Team Shinki and Kankuro in the Thunder Rail. But in the anime, Gaara wasn't with the others and instead he watched them off.
 * In the manga, Boruto and the other Genin never talk to one another before the exams started. But in the anime, Boruto and the other Genin do talk to one another before the exams started.
 * In the manga, Boruto never cross paths with Shinki during round one. But in the anime, he does cross paths with Shinki during round one.
 * In the manga, Tenten never helps out before Round one of the Chunin Exams. But in the anime, she does help out before Round one of the Chunin Exams.
 * In the manga, Sai tells everyone who pass round one when they are at the stage. But in the anime, he tells them this while they are in the dark pit.
 * In the manga, it never shows what Hinata and Himawari did after Boruto passed round one. But in the anime, they wanted him to eat dinner with them however Hinata says it's best that Boruto gets his rest because the Exams can be exhausting.
 * In the manga, Shikamaru tells Naruto that Boruto passed round one while Naruto gets more paperwork. But in the anime, Shikamaru tells Naruto that Boruto passed round one while Naruto is on his labtop.
 * In the manga, Naruto sends Boruto a email during the afternoon telling him to do well in round two. But in the anime, Naruto sends Boruto a email during sunset telling him to do well in round two.
 * In the manga, it never showed what Boruto did with the email after he saw it. But in the anime, it shows that Boruto was about to delete it however he chose to save it.
 * In the manga, Boruto never vows to make Naruto acknowledge him by force. But in the anime, he does say this after showing a fist to his family picture frame that is in his bedroom.
 * In the manga, Boruto vows to make more clones during round two of the Chunin exams. But in the anime, the clones think it's impossible to make thousand while they are in the forest.
 * In the manga, when the genin triplets beat up Boruto's clones. Boruto and his clones don't say anything while getting beat up. But in the anime, Boruto and his clones do say random stuff while getting beat up.
 * In the manga, when Boruto is about to lose he clenched his teeth before he uses the Kote. But in the anime, when Boruto is about to lose he shouts out no then he clenched his teeth before he uses the Kote.
 * In the manga, Naruto never freaks out if Boruto passed round two or not. But in the anime, Naruto does panic while wondering if Boruto passed round two or not.
 * In the manga, Naruto stands up after hearing that Boruto passed round two. But in the anime, Naruto jumps up from his chair after hearing that Boruto passed round two.
 * In the manga, when Naruto speaks to Sasuke in the code lab about Boruto. He refers to his son as him. Naruto also never spoke about Sarada. But in the anime, when Naruto speaks to Sasuke in the code lab about Boruto. He refers to his son by his name. Naruto also spoke about Sarada.
 * In the manga, Boruto doesn't want to eat dinner after he came home from round two. But in the anime, he tells her he will take a nap before he eats dinner.
 * In the manga, Naruto tells Boruto how proud he is at night time. But in the anime, he tells this to Boruto during the day.
 * In the manga, after Naruto left the room. Boruto happily cries with his eyes close and his mouth open when he calls Naruto "Damn Geezer". But in the anime, after Naruto left the room. Boruto happily smiles with his eyes and mouth open when he calls Naruto "Shitty Dad".
 * In the manga, when Naruto comes back to the office after seeing Boruto. He happily looks out the window while holding his old jacket. But in the anime, when Naruto comes back to the office after seeing Boruto. He panics after making a pile of papers fall off his desk then he happily smiles.
 * In the manga, it never shows Shikadai's first match of the finals. But in the anime, it does show his first match of the finals.
 * In the manga, Shikamaru and Temari never cheered for their son. But in the anime, they do cheer for him.
 * In the manga, it never shows Inojin's first match of the finals. But in the anime, it does show his first match of the finals.
 * In the manga, it never shows Chocho's first match of the finals. But in the anime, it does show her first match of the finals.
 * In the manga, Choji and Karui never cheered for their daughter. But in the anime, they do cheer for her.
 * In the manga, Boruto never taunts Shikadai during their fight against each other. But in the anime, Boruto does taunt Shikadai during their fight against each other.
 * In the manga, Shinki's background isn't explained when he fights during the Exams. But in the anime, his past is explained during the Exams.
 * In the manga, Sarada and Mitsuki have to fight each other including Shinki during the final match. But in the anime, Boruto and Sarada have to fight each other including Shinki during the final match.
 * In the manga, Boruto cheats by using the multiple shadow clone technique to win his match against Shikadai. But in the anime, Boruto cheats by using the Purple Electricity technique to win his match against Shinki.
 * In the manga, Naruto realizes that Boruto used the kote during his match against Shikadai. But in the anime, Naruto realizes that Boruto used the kote during his match against Shinki.
 * In the manga, when Naruto confronted Boruto. He explains in a low pitch voice about why he forbid anyone from using the kote during the Exams. But in the anime, when Naruto confronted Boruto. He explains in a very high pitch voice about why he forbid anyone from using the kote during the Exams.
 * In the manga, when everyone found out that Boruto got disqualified for cheating. Only Team Konohamaru and the five kage say something about Boruto. But in the anime, when everyone found out that Boruto got disqualified for cheating. Everyone in the audience shunned Boruto for being a fraud, while Shikadai was furious upon learning that Boruto used the kote during their match against each other.
 * In the manga, Naruto never senses Momoshiki before he gets knock out of the arena. But in the anime, Naruto does try to sense Momoshiki before he gets knock out of the arena.
 * In the manga, Mitsuki never sees Boruto's attacks being absorbed by Momoshiki. But in the anime, Mitsuki does see this happen.
 * In the manga, Gaara and Chojuro never fought against Urashiki during the interrupted Chunin Exam. But in the anime, they do fight against Urashiki.
 * In the manga, Hinata protects Himawari before she runs off to save Naruto from Momoshiki. But in the anime, Hinata leaves Himawari in Ino's care and then runs off to save Naruto from Momoshiki.
 * In the manga, when Naruto goes all out to stop Momoshiki. Boruto never sees memories of himself by sensing Naruto's Chakra. But in the anime, when Naruto goes all out to stop Momoshiki. Boruto does see memories of himself by sensing Naruto's Chakra.
 * In the manga, Boruto never saw the injuries the villagers got while they are in the hospital. But in the anime, Boruto did see the injuries the villagers got while they are in the hospital.
 * In the manga, Team Moegi never saw Boruto leave the hospital. But in the anime, they do see Boruto leave the hospital.
 * In the manga, Hinata woke up before Boruto goes to save Naruto. But in the anime, she wakes up while she is in the hospital.
 * In the manga, Boruto has multiple flashbacks of Momoshiki when he runs to the Hokage office. However he doesn't have flashbacks of his argument with Hinata and when he sees Naruto's old jacket when he is inside his office. But in the anime, Boruto has multiple flashbacks of Momoshiki when he runs to the Hokage office and when he is inside Naruto's office he has flashbacks of his argument with Hinata and when he sees Naruto's old jacket.
 * In the manga, Sasuke has a stoic look when he mention that Boruto doesn't want to know about Naruto's weakness anymore. But in the anime, Sasuke has a smile on his face when he says this.
 * In the manga, Sasuke gave his headband to Boruto on the rooftop of the Hokage residence. But in the anime, Sasuke gives Boruto his headband inside Naruto's office.
 * In the manga, Himawari was never seen with her mother after she woke up from unconsciousness. But in the anime, she is seen seeing Boruto levave with the five kage.
 * In the manga, Sarada and Mitsuki saw Boruto leave with Sasuke to go rescue Naruto. But in the anime, Shikadai and Sarada saw Boruto leave with Sasuke to go rescue Naruto.
 * In the manga, Sarada never begs to go with Sasuke. Also Kakashi was never present on the Hokage rooftop residence. But in the anime, she does beg to go while Kakashi is present on the Hokage rooftop residence.
 * In the manga, Boruto smiles at his mother which makes her see Young Naruto. But in the anime, Boruto gives her a thumbs up which makes her see Young Naruto.
 * In the manga, Boruto asks Naruto to wait for him when he jumps inside the portal. But in the anime, Boruto asks Naruto to wait for him when he is inside the portal.
 * In the manga, when Naruto succeeded by making Kurama's chakra take too long. Naruto tells the enemies that they aren't going to get what they want so easily because Naruto and his friends are ninja. But in the anime, when Naruto succeeded by making Kurama's chakra take too long. Naruto tells the enemies that they shouldn't take them lightly because their ninja.
 * In the manga, after Naruto and Sasuke defeated Momoshiki. Naruto saw Katasuke and told him not to use the Kote on the enemy. But in the anime, after Naruto and Sasuke defeated Momoshiki. Naruto along with Boruto saw Katasuke. However Naruto didn't warn Katasuke not to use the Kote on Momoshiki.
 * In the manga, after learning about the vanishing Rasengan from Sasuke. Naruto calls Boruto a creepy brat and Boruto happily says he doesn't understand the technique except for the disappearing apart. But in the anime, after learning about the vanishing Rasengan from Sasuke. Naruto and Boruto were acting like dorks when Sasuke told them about it.
 * In the manga, Naruto asks Boruto to create his Rasengan again. Which makes him scare, until Naruto tells him it's ok. But in the anime, while Naruto asks him to create his Rasengan again. Which makes Boruto doubtful, Naruto tells him it's ok.
 * In the manga, Boruto doesn't see Naruto's memories when they do the parent and child Rasengan. But in the anime, Boruto does see Naruto's memories when they do the parent and child Rasengan.
 * In the manga, Boruto stabs Momoshiki's Rinnegan. But in the anime, it is Sasuke that does it.
 * In the manga, after the battle. Boruto feels the pain of his damage arm as he sits down. Then he happily smiles afterwards. But in the anime, Boruto does complain about his arm hurting while standing up.
 * In the manga, Boruto is able to see Momoshiki's spirit after the former is killed. But in the anime, Boruto sees this before the latter is kill.
 * In the manga, Team Moegi complain about doing a mission and talk about Boruto. But in the anime, they meet up with Boruto who wants to speak to Shikadai.
 * In the manga, Shinki complains about Boruto being described as a low life to a hero. But in the anime, he calls him a loser that became a hero.
 * In the manga, Himawari eats breakfast with her father and brother. But in the anime, she sees Boruto talking to Hinata.
 * In the manga, Hinata had already knitted Boruto's jacket. But in the anime, she and her family have dinner with Naruto.
 * In the manga, as Boruto plays his video game at level one without cheating. His avatar doesn't look like him at all. But in the anime, the topic is about Hinata asking him if he wants a new jacket.
 * In the manga, Hinata and Himawari don't watch Naruto and Boruto leave the house. But in the anime, this is skipped to Naruto and Boruto who had overslept.
 * In the manga, Boruto calls Naruto "Seventh" before they do a fist-bump. But in the anime, Naruto is shock after hearing this and then they do a fist bump.
 * In the manga, Boruto's tv interview isn't shown that much. But in the anime, everyone looks at his tv interview.
 * In the manga, as Boruto says to Sarada that he will follow his own ninja way by being like Sasuke. He is shown in a frontwards view. But in the anime, he is seen in a side way.
 * In the manga, Sarada doesn't blush when Boruto looks at her. But in the anime, she does blush.
 * In the manga, Sasuke secretly watches Team Konohoamaru jump off the Hokage Monument by himself. But in the anime, Sarada and Mitsuki leave while Boruto jumps off the Hokage Monument by himself.

Difference Between Anime and Novel

 * In the novel, as Boruto appears with his two shadow clones. His eyes are dark blue, and his ahoge isn't shown on top of his head. But in the anime, as Boruto appears with his two shadow clones as he is in the village. His eyes are lavender instead, and his ahoge is shown on top of his head.
 * In the novel, during the Mitsuki disappearance arc. Onoki survives through the whole storyline. But in the anime, Onoki dies instead.
 * In the novel, during Parent and Child day. Naruto gives Boruto a hamburger as a gift. But in the anime, during Parent and Child day. Naruto gives Boruto a kunai as a gift instead.
 * In the novel, Parent and Child day takes place before the Chunin Exams. But in the anime, Parent and Child day takes place after the Chunin Exams.
 * In the novel, during Parent and Child day. It is Sarada that informs Sasuke of the holiday. But in the anime, Boruto is the one who informs Sasuke about the new holiday.
 * In the novel, Mirai's mission to guard Kakashi takes place when Boruto is a Ninja Academy student. But in the anime, Mirai's mission to guard Kakashi takes place right after the Chunin Exams when Boruto is a genin.

Episodes

 * 135 (so far)

Sagas

 * The Ninja Academy Arc (Ep. 1 – 18)
 * Uchiha Sarada Arc (Ep. 19 – 24)
 * Field Trip Arc (Ep. 25 – 32)
 * Graduation Exam Arc (Ep. 33 – 37)
 * ​Genin Mission Arc (Ep. 40 & 41)
 * Byakuya Gang Arc (Ep. 42 – 47)
 * Chunin Exam Arc (Ep. 51 – 66)
 * Akimichi Chocho Arc (Ep. 67 – 69)
 * Mitsuki Disappearance Arc (Ep. 71 – 92)
 * Naruto Shinden Family Day Arc (Ep. 93 – 95)
 * The Curse Mark Arc (Ep. 98 – 103)
 * Konoha Shinden Steam Ninja Scrolls Arc (Ep. 106 – 111)
 * Sarutobi Konohanaru Arc (Ep. 116 – 119)
 * One Tail Escort Arc (Ep. 120 – 126)
 * Back to the Past Arc (Ep. 127 – 135)
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Theme Songs

 * Opening


 * Baton Road (Ep. 1 – 26)
 * Over (Ep. 27 – 51)
 * It’s all in the game (Ep. 52 – 75)
 * Lonely Go! (Ep. 76 – 100)
 * Golden Time (Ep. 101 – 126)
 * Cherish Straight Forward Emotions aka Teenage Dream (Ep. 127 – 152)
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 * Dreamy Johnny (Ep. 1 – 14)
 * Sayonara Moon Town (Ep. 15 – 26)
 * I Continue Walking (Ep. 27 – 39)
 * Denshin Tamashi (Ep. 40 – 51)
 * Beauties of Nature (Ep. 52 – 63)
 * Coalamode (Ep. 64 – 75)
 * Porarisu Polaris (Ep. 76 – 87)
 * Tsuyogari Loser (Ep. 88 – 100)
 * Ride Or Die (Ep. 101 – 113)
 * The Incomplete Lights (Ep. 114 – 126)
 * Wish On (Ep. 127 – 139)
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Voice Cast

 * Japanese


 * Yuko Sanpei as Uzumaki Boruto
 * Junko Takeuchi as Uzumaki Naruto (Young & Older), Akamaru (1 episode) & Akemaru (1 episode)
 * Kokoro Kikuchi as Uchiha Sarada & Mikazuki the kitten (2 Episodes)
 * Nana Mizuki as Hyuga Hinata (Young & Older)
 * Saori Hayami as Uzumaki Himawari
 * Romi Park as Nara Temari
 * Showtaro Morikubo as Nara Shikamaru (Young & Older)
 * Kensho Ono as Nara Shikadai
 * Atsushi Abe as Yamanaka Inojin
 * Ryoko Shiraishi as Akimichi Chocho
 * Ryuichi Kijima as Mitsuki
 * Shinji Kawada as Aburame Shino (Young & Older)
 * Hidenori Takahashi as Sarutobi Konohamaru
 * Takako Honda as Mitarashi Anko
 * Toshihiko Seki as Umino Iruka
 * Chihiro Ikki as Kaminarimon Denki
 * Aya Endo as Kakei Sumire aka Shigaraki Sumire
 * Jun Miyamoto as Denki's Father aka Kaminarimon Ereki
 * Natsumi Yamada as Izuno Wasabi
 * Sara Matsumoto as Suzumeno Namida & Ryogi's Mother (1 Episode)
 * Shinya Hamazoe as Yuino Iwabee
 * Ryo Nishitani as Metal Lee
 * Rumi Ochiai as Yuhi Kurenai (2 Episodes)
 * Daiki Yamashita as Kakuremino Magire
 * Kazutaka Ishii as Gongoro Kamakura aka Kagemasa
 * Jun Fukuyama as Otsutsuki Toneri
 * Eizo Tsuda as Hyuga Hiashi
 * Kiyomi Asai as Hyuga Hanabi
 * Masayo Hosono as Ayame
 * Kosuke Toriumi as Inuzuka Kiba (Young & Older)
 * Aoi Inase as Tamaki, Kuroi Hako & Yodo
 * Yoichi Masukawa as Rock Lee (Young & Older)
 * Satoshi Hino as Yamanaka Sai
 * Ryoka Yuzuki as Yamanaka Ino (Young & Older)
 * Chie Nakamura as Haruno Sakura (Young & Older)
 * Noriaki Sugiyama as Uchiha Sasuke (Older)
 * Kentaro Ito as Akimichi Choji (Young & Older)
 * Yuka Komatsu as Akimichi Karui
 * Keiko Nemoto as Shizune
 * Noriko Shitaya as Kazamatsuri Moegi (Young & Older)
 * Ikuji Nose as Ise Udon (Adult)
 * Satsuki Yukino as Sumire's Mother
 * Hiroshi Naka as Shigaraki Tanuki (Sumire's father)
 * Kumi Takaragi as Take Nitora & Onikuma Enko
 * Mariko Higashiuchi as Itoi Tsuru & Kannonji Suika
 * Katsunori Okai as Taketori Hoki
 * Yo Tokinaga as Kokubo Renga
 * Kazuki Ota as Goetsu Doshu
 * Rikiya Koyama as Yamato
 * Kujira Matsumoto as Orochimaru
 * Shuhei Sakaguchi as Jugo
 * Takashi Kondo as Hozuki Suigetsu
 * Kanako Tojo as Karin
 * Nobutoshi Canna as Yakushi Kabuto
 * Akira Ishida as Gaara
 * Hana Takeda as Kurotsuchi
 * Koki Miyata as Chojuro
 * Ryota Takeuchi as Darui
 * Keisuke Komoto as Karatachi Kagura
 * Yurika Hino as Terumi Mei
 * Yusuke Kobayashi as Ryogi
 * Taira Kikumoto as Tono Katasuke
 * Kengo Kawanishi as Yurui & Yurito
 * Kazuhiko Inoue as Hatake Kakashi
 * Eri Goda as Sarutobi Mirai
 * Masashi Ebara as Maito Gai
 * Tomomichi Nishimura as Onoki
 * Masako Katsuki as Tsunade
 * Junko Midori as Utatane Koharu
 * Hikaru Miyata as Homura Mitokado
 * Kosuke Goto as Aoda
 * Yukari Tamura as Tenten (Young & Older)
 * Yasuyuki Kase as Kankuro
 * Tessho Genda as Kurama
 * Rui Tanabe as Tarui
 * Shohei Kawafuru as Toroi
 * Sho Okumura as Senka Makinami, Senka Sazanami & Senka Takanami
 * Keisuke Machiya as Sekki
 * Yuto Uemura as Shinki
 * Junji Iki as Araya
 * Kenji Hamada as Uchiha Fugaku (flashback)
 * Yuka Terasaki as Uchiha Itachi (flashback)
 * Nao Toyama as Young Sasuke (flashback)
 * Jurouta Kosugi as Sarutobi Asuma (flashback)
 * Sara Matsumoto as Tonsuke
 * Hiroshi Iwasaki as Shukaku
 * Shigenori Soya as Isobu
 * Hiroki Yasumoto as Son Goku
 * Miyu Irino as Saiken
 * Masaki Aizawa as Gyuki
 * Hochu Otsuka as Jiraiya (Ep. 129 to 135)
 * Koichi Tochika as Hyuga Neji (Ep. 130)
 * Ikue Otani as Young Konohamaru (Ep. 130)
 * ??? as Tento
 * Misuzu Togashi as Uchiha Shin Clone
 * Nobuyuki Hiyama as Uchiha Shin Sr.
 * Tetsu Inada as Gekko
 * Hiroki Yasumoto as Otsutsuki Kinshiki
 * Daisuke Namikawa as Otsutsuki Momoshiki
 * Nakai Kazuya as Otsutsuki Urashiki
 * Tadahisa Saizen as Ao
 * ??? as Delta
 * ??? as Jigen
 * ??? as Kawaki
 * English


 * Amanda C. Miller as Boruto
 * Maile Flanagan as Naruto (Young & Older)
 * Cherami Leigh as Sarada (Young & Older) & Anko
 * Stephanie Sheh as Hinata
 * Melissa Fahn as Himawari
 * Tara Platt as Temari
 * Tom Gibbs as Shikamaru
 * Todd Haberkorn as Shikadai
 * Spike Spencer as Inojin
 * Colleen O'Shaughnessey as Chocho, Hanabi, Ino & Young Konohamaru
 * Robbie Daymond as Mitsuki, Yurito & Toneri
 * Derek Stephen Prince as Shino
 * Max Mittelma as Konohamaru
 * Laura Bailey as Kurotsuchi
 * Kyle McCarley as Iruka
 * Erica Mendez as Denki & Young Sasuke (flashback)
 * Erica Lindbeck as Sumire, Enko, Hako & Sumire's Mother
 * Christopher Swindle as Denki's Father aka Ereki, Doshu & Hoki
 * Cassandra Lee Morris as Wasabi
 * Tara Sands as Namida, Tsuru, Ryogi's Mother & Nitora
 * Ray Chase as Iwabee
 * Billy Kametz as Metal Lee
 * Chris Niosi as Magire
 * Mick Wingert as Renga
 * Christopher Corey Smith as Kamakura aka Kagemasa & Katasuke
 * Mary Elizabeth McGlynn as Kurenai, Mei & Koharu
 * John DeMita as Hiashi
 * Benjamin Diskin as Sai
 * Kyle Hebert as Kiba & Jugo
 * Brian Donovan as Rock Lee
 * Kate Higgins as Sakura
 * Yuri Lowenthal as Sasuke
 * Robbie Rist as Choji
 * Sascha Alexander as Karui
 * Megan Hollingshead as Shizune, Tamaki & Tonsuke
 * Wendee Lee as Moegi
 * Edward Bosco as Udon (Adult)
 * Billy Kametz as Tanuki (Sumire's father)
 * Alex Cazares as Suika
 * Matthrew Mercer as Yamato
 * Henry Dittman as Kabuto
 * Steven Blum as Orochimaru, Onoki & Ao
 * Grant George as Suigetsu
 * Ali Hillis as Karin
 * Liam O'Brien as Gaara
 * Brian Beacock as Chojuro
 * Catero Colbert as Darui
 * Bryce Papenbrook as Kagura & Yurui
 * Johnny Yong Bosch as Ryogi
 * ??? as Tarui
 * ??? as Toroi
 * ??? as Makinami
 * ??? as Sazanami
 * ??? as Takanami
 * ??? as Sekki
 * ??? as Shinki
 * ??? as Yodo
 * ??? as Araya
 * Dave Wittenberg as Kakashi
 * Sarah Williams as Mirai
 * Skip Stellrecht as Might Guy
 * Debi Mae West as Tsunade
 * Beau Billingslea as Homura
 * Patrick Seitz as Aoda
 * Danille Judovits as Tenten & Ayame
 * Jamie Simone as Akamaru & Akemaru
 * Paul St Peter as Kurama aka the Kyuubi
 * Doug Stone as Fugaku (flashback)
 * Michelle Ruff as Teenage Itachi (flashback)
 * ??? as Mikazuki the kitten
 * Doug Erholtz as Asuma (flashback) & Kankuro
 * Kirk Thornton as Shukaku
 * Chris Edgerly as Isobu
 * John Eric Bentley as Son Goku
 * Todd Haberkorn as Saiken
 * Matthew Mercer as Gyuki
 * David Lodge as Jiraiya
 * Steve Staley as Neji
 * ??? as Tento
 * Alex Cazares as Uchiha Shin Clone
 * Mick Wingert as Uchiha Shin Sr.
 * D.C. Douglas as Gekko
 * Walley Wingert as Kinshiki
 * Xander Mobus as Momoshiki
 * ??? as Urashiki
 * ??? as Delta
 * ??? as Jigen
 * Chris Niosi as Kawaki

Trivia
all information on Boruto Naruto Next Generations (Anime) came from http://naruto.wikia.com/wiki/Boruto:_Naruto_Next_Generations
 * KANA-BOON's first time performing a song in the Naruto series since Naruto Shippuuden.
 * The anime opening theme Baton Road is very similar to the Bleach opening theme Spring Wind.
 * A novel version titled Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Novel 1 (ボルト－ナルト―次 世代 小説 1) was released on May 2, 2017. The first novel is call The New Konoha Ninja Flying In the Blue Sky! (青天を翔る新たな木の葉たち!), and it covers episodes 1 to 6. The second novel is call A Call From the Shadows! (影からの呼び声!), and it was released on July 4, 2017. A third novel call Those Who Illuminate the Night of Shinobi! (忍の夜を照らす者) was released on September 4. A fourth novel call, School Excursion Bloodwind Records (修学旅行血風録) was released in November 2017. A fifth novel call The Last Day at the Ninja Academy! (忍者学校最後の日!) will be release on January 5, 2018.
 * Similar to Rock Lee's Springtime of Youth Full Power Ninja Chronicles, there is also an "SD" version of the Boruto manga, that is titled Boruto Saikyo Dash Generations.
 * Kishimoto likewise gave hints of what to expect from the Boruto spin-off anime series. He explained that he wants for it to be more happy and fun, something that younger viewers can really enjoy. He wants it to be distinct from how "Naruto" turned out because as the original series went deeper, Kishimoto said that it got "more introspective and darker".
 * Junko Takeuchi asked Kishimoto to add a scene where all the adults hang out and complain about how hard it is to raise their kids. Takeuchi also admits that growing up, her childhood was exactly like Boruto's. Because she had a strained relationship with her father. Not only that Boruto's relationship with his father reflects Kishimoto's own strained relationship with his two sons.
 * A new novel series call Naruto Shinden (NARUTO -ナルト- 真伝) will be released from May to July 2018 and commemorates the 25th anniversary of Shueisha Jump Books. The first novel that will be release on May 2, 2018 is call Naruto Shinden: Parent and Child Day (NARUTO -ナルト- 新伝 親子の日), and deals with Naruto's relationship with his daughter, Himawari.
 * Sasuke and Shikamaru will also have Shinden stories as an adult.
 * Since Naruto's era is base off of Ancient Japan. Boruto's era is base off of the 2000 style of the United States.
 * In Japan this anime started to air on Wednesdays then it started to air on Thursday like how Naruto use to. But now starting on October 7, 2018 this anime will officially air on Sundays. The reason why is so kids can start watching the anime with their families. The English version of the anime air on Saturday September 29, 2018.
 * Hinata, Tenten and Sumire all share the same French voice actress.
 * Ukyo Kodachi said on Twitter that he doesn't mind making some characters in Boruto's Generation straight or gay.
 * Another light novel book call Sasuke Retsuden: The Uchiha Descendants and the Heavenly Stardust was released on August 2, 2019. The book tells about Sakura as an adult joining Sasuke on a mission.
 * A third light novel book call Naruto Retsuden: Naruto Uzumaki and the Spiral Destiny will be released on October 4, 2019. The story will be about Naruto telling the life of Ninja going through teamwork and technology.
 * The Back to the Past arc was officially created by Kishimoto to celebrate Naruto's 20th anniversary.
 * When Boruto and Sasuke travel to the past when Tsunade is the Hokage, they wear outfits that are like Marty and Doc from Back to the Future.
 * When Boruto and adult Sasuke speaks to the past Tsunade, she reveals that the timeline Boruto is in is after the Sasuke Retrieval arc as she states that a genin (obviously Sasuke) has defected from the village and the village is under lockdown including monitoring because of the issue. Naruto also has a sad look on his face when this is mentioned.