What episode is "The Ultimate" in Naruto Shippuden?
"The Ultimate" is episode 401 of Naruto Shippuden.
During a tense battle, Lee faces Shira who limits his chakra use, prompting Lee to overcome the restrictions by opening one of the Inner Gates. Their fight escalates as both utilize advanced techniques, while Gaara observes their progress remotely, setting up strategic moves ahead.
While Lee fights with Shira, Neji learns that they sustain more damage. As Shira sets limit chakra points on Lee to prevent him from using the Inner Gates, Lee breaks the points and uses one of the gates and Shira activates the Seven Heavenly Breaths. Both boys fight until Lee uses the Fifth Gate to defeat Shira who thanks him. That evening as the guards inform that Fu, Kegon and Yoro are jonin, Gaara uses his Third Eye to spy on the team.
"The Ultimate" is episode 401 of Naruto Shippuden.
"The Ultimate" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
"The Ultimate" is part of the Naruto and Sasuke: The Reunion Arc.
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
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
Deidara antagonist Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.