Naruto Shippuden

Drive Towards Darkness

Episode 196 Canon Fourth Great Ninja War: Countdown Arc (cont.) 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Sasuke recalls past events as he and his team protect a VIP during a mission that involves bandits targeting her. Meanwhile, Naruto and Sakura are taken hostage, prompting a rescue attempt filled with conflict and personal motivations.

Full Plot Summary

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Sasuke has a flashback while traveling to Konoha with his team, Taka. He once saved a girl named Naho not knowing that she's a relative of the Feudal Lord. Meanwhile, Naruto and Sakura are sent on a mission to accompany Naho and act as her bodyguards while Kakashi and Sasuke are sent to discover the reason why internationally wanted bandits have entered their border. Kakashi and Sasuke later find out that the bandits intend to abduct Naho. Naruto and Sakura are defeated by the bandits and are taken hostage. Sasuke finds them first and proceeds to defeat the leader and mercilessly punches him because of his jealousy for Naruto's growing power. A cut to the present reveals Naruto contemplating on his promise to have Sasuke return to the village.

Episode FAQ

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What episode is "Drive Towards Darkness" in Naruto Shippuden?

"Drive Towards Darkness" is episode 196 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "Drive Towards Darkness" canon or filler?

"Drive Towards Darkness" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Drive Towards Darkness" part of?

"Drive Towards Darkness" is part of the Fourth Great Ninja War: Countdown Arc (cont.).

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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