Naruto Shippuden

Naruto's Imposter

Episode 233 Canon Fourth Great Ninja War: Attack Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Naruto's group encounters an imposter claiming his identity, leading to confrontations with mercenary ninja and unexpected alliances. Through these events, characters navigate deception and seek to resolve the conflict with the imposters.

Full Plot Summary

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While traversing to the next harbor by land in the Land of Water's territory, Naruto's group comes across a large bandit claiming to be Naruto Uzumaki. Naruto makes quick work of the imposter and an officer named Iggy arrives offering to take over handling the imposter. After they part ways, Iggy is soon revealed to be the conspirator for his partner Banna's impersonation of Naruto so that one day he can become famous as the one who defeated Naruto. But the con-artists' exploits attract the attention of mercenary ninja who capture Banna for a potential bounty. Iggy reaches out to Naruto's group for help while coming clean. Though they feigned washing their hands of the event, Naruto and the others make their move once Iggy tries saving Banna on his own and dispatches the mercenaries. Iggy and Banna part ways with Naruto as the two decide to make an honest living.

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What episode is "Naruto's Imposter" in Naruto Shippuden?

"Naruto's Imposter" is episode 233 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "Naruto's Imposter" canon or filler?

"Naruto's Imposter" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Naruto's Imposter" part of?

"Naruto's Imposter" is part of the Fourth Great Ninja War: Attack 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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