Naruto Shippuden

The Fourth Hokage's Death Match!

Episode 248 Canon Kaguya Otsutsuki Strikes Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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During Naruto's birth, a masked enemy disrupts peace, leading to a tense battle involving the Fourth Hokage and unforeseen dangers as powerful forces collide to protect the village and its future.

Full Plot Summary

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Kushina successfully delivers Naruto, but their celebration comes short when Tobi suddenly appears, killing both Taji and Biwako before holding the newborn hostage to keep the Fourth Hokage from restoring the seal on Kushina. Though Minato quickly saves Naruto, Tobi succeeds in freeing the Nine Tails and placing it under the control of his Sharingan. Kushina survived the extraction, saved by Minato when Tobi orders the Nine Tails to kill her. Minato leaves Kushina with their son as he pursues the masked ninja, who summons the Nine Tails to attack Konoha. As Minato arrives in Konoha and warps away the Nine Tails' Tailed Beast Bomb, Tobi engages Minato in a battle of teleportation until Minato cleverly defeats his opponent with his Rasengan while applying the contract seal to remove control of the Nine Tails. Note: The violent scenes were removed when Cartoon Network Australia aired it.

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What episode is "The Fourth Hokage's Death Match!" in Naruto Shippuden?

"The Fourth Hokage's Death Match!" is episode 248 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "The Fourth Hokage's Death Match!" canon or filler?

"The Fourth Hokage's Death Match!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Fourth Hokage's Death Match!" part of?

"The Fourth Hokage's Death Match!" is part of the Kaguya Otsutsuki Strikes Arc.

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

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