What episode is "Confessions" in Naruto Shippuden?
"Confessions" is episode 166 of Naruto Shippuden.
Hinata bravely intervenes to protect Naruto during a critical battle with Pain, confessing her feelings despite overwhelming odds. As the confrontation intensifies, Naruto's inner power begins to emerge, while other ninja initiate a search for Nagato.
Hinata decides to come to Naruto's aid as he was about to manipulated by Nagato's Chakra receivers, finally admitting her love for Naruto as she fights a losing battle against Pain. But despite knowing may likely die, Hinata remains adamant before she is quickly defeated and seemingly stabbed by Pain. As Pain explains that the hate from losing loved ones is why there can never be peace in the current world, Naruto goes berserk as the Nine-Tails chakra begins to surface. Meanwhile, Konoha ninja start the search for Nagato.
"Confessions" is episode 166 of Naruto Shippuden.
"Confessions" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
"Confessions" is part of the Tenchi Bridge Arc.
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Kakashi Hatake main
Naruto Uzumaki main
Sakura Haruno main
Sasuke Uchiha main
Asuma Sarutobi supporting
Gaara supporting
Hinata Hyuga supporting
Konan supporting
Konohamaru Sarutobi supporting
Sai supporting
Shikamaru Nara supporting
Yamato supporting
Danzo Shimura antagonist
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