Naruto Shippuden

The Complete Ino-Shika-Cho Formation!

Episode 274 Canon Kakashi's Personal Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Team Asuma reunites and supports Choji, who overcomes his doubts by recalling important lessons and promises. Together, they refine their teamwork, culminating in a combined effort to face their opponent decisively.

Full Plot Summary

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Team Asuma's reunion with their sensei Asuma continues as Choji somewhat loses his will to fight. Ino manages to enter Choji's mind and tells that the meaning of their earrings that Asuma gave to them years ago. After Shikamaru recalling Asuma's last words, he scolded Choji and telling that they are not the ones to be protected but to stand up and protect others. After remembering his promise to be the Akimichi clan's next head and butterfly that started as kind caterpillar, a fully resolved Choji uses his Calorie Control to enter a slimming Butterfly mode. The trio then manage to defeat Asuma, who comments on their perfected Ino-Shika-Cho formation while being sealed.

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What episode is "The Complete Ino-Shika-Cho Formation!" in Naruto Shippuden?

"The Complete Ino-Shika-Cho Formation!" is episode 274 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "The Complete Ino-Shika-Cho Formation!" canon or filler?

"The Complete Ino-Shika-Cho Formation!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Complete Ino-Shika-Cho Formation!" part of?

"The Complete Ino-Shika-Cho Formation!" is part of the Kakashi's Personal Arc.

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