Naruto

Mystery of the Targeted Merchants

Episode 188 Canon Fourth Great Ninja War Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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After a deadly attack linked to the Three Criminal Brothers, Naruto and his group uncover hidden motives behind the peddlers they escort. They confront difficult truths about trust and survival as they work to protect those involved.

Full Plot Summary

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After an attack by Ruiga of the Three Criminal Brothers results in the death of Kikujou, and Naruto notices that their attackers are looking for a specific person, Naruto's group realizes that they have not been told the truth about the peddlers. They learn that the peddlers were being used as cover for the Land of Green's princess Haruna in order to escape from the Three Criminal Brothers. It is then revealed that she does not trust others and is willing to sacrifice other people to protect herself, believing that it doesn't matter who dies as long as she, the only one who can rebuild her country, survives.

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What episode is "Mystery of the Targeted Merchants" in Naruto?

"Mystery of the Targeted Merchants" is episode 188 of Naruto.

Is "Mystery of the Targeted Merchants" canon or filler?

"Mystery of the Targeted Merchants" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Mystery of the Targeted Merchants" part of?

"Mystery of the Targeted Merchants" is part of the Fourth Great Ninja War Arc.

Can I read this without spoilers?

Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.

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