Naruto Shippuden

Escape vs. Pursuit

Episode 402 Canon Naruto and Sasuke: The Reunion Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Teams Kazami and Kurenai clash in a strategic battle over a coveted scroll, employing unique techniques and pursuing each other through challenging terrain in the process.

Full Plot Summary

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As Kazami and his team-mates silently wait for their opponents, they encounter Team Kurenai who by chance possess the scroll they seek. The two teams confront one another, and engage in battle. However, it is all part of Team Kazami's plot to find out which member has the scroll. With Kiba exposed as the holder of the scroll, Team Kazami lead a joint effort to successfully obtain the Earth Scroll. Burami then unleashes his unique Smell Sphere technique, causing his opponents to go numb. In spite of that, Team Kurenai fight on with sheer willpower alone, much to Burami's dismay. Muyami summons a giant mole, and, atop the creature, he and his team-mates make their escape. Luckily, Shino managed to place one of his kikaichuu on Moguranmaru, and Team Kurenai make their pursuit. Once again, Team Kurenai fall to their opponents' prey, and end up inside a quicksand. Though they seemingly fall to their deaths, a last-ditch effort by Akamaru rescues Team Kurenai. With Team Kazami out of Hinata's range of vision, Kiba puts his nose to use once more in pursuit of Team Kazami.

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What episode is "Escape vs. Pursuit" in Naruto Shippuden?

"Escape vs. Pursuit" is episode 402 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "Escape vs. Pursuit" canon or filler?

"Escape vs. Pursuit" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Escape vs. Pursuit" part of?

"Escape vs. Pursuit" is part of the Naruto and Sasuke: The Reunion 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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