What episode is "Iruka's Ordeal" in Naruto Shippuden?
"Iruka's Ordeal" is episode 177 of Naruto Shippuden.
After feeling rejected, Naruto struggles with acceptance but faces challenges that test his resolve and relationships. His interactions reveal emotional depths and dynamics within his peer group.
Upset after being rejected by a group of students, Naruto dresses up as a spirit to scare them, only to be scolded by Iruka later. Naruto gets angry and claims he will never return to the Academy again, running away from a very confused Iruka. Afterward, Naruto is tricked into going into the forest to retrieve a souvenir from a recent battle by the kids he scared. In return, they falsely promise to accept him into their group, hoping Naruto will be killed by the enemy still lurking out there.
"Iruka's Ordeal" is episode 177 of Naruto Shippuden.
"Iruka's Ordeal" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
"Iruka's Ordeal" is part of the Fourth Great Ninja War: Countdown Arc (cont.).
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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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