What episode is "Recklessness" in Naruto Shippuden?
"Recklessness" is episode 491 of Naruto Shippuden.
Shikamaru, Roh, and Hinoko investigate the mysterious figure Gengo, learning little about him and his base, Fushuu Castle. When Gengo appears to publicly display a restrained Sai and influence the crowd, tension rises as Shikamaru and Roh attempt a risky intervention. The episode explores themes of control and resistance amid growing dangers.
Shikamaru wakes up from nightmares and shows Roh the little intel they have on Gengo. Hinoko reunites with Roh and Shikamaru and informs them that how no one knows anything about Gengo or Fushuu Castle. They go around Tobari and find a Konoha missing ninja, Minoichi, who they cornered to learn more of Gengo. Later that night, Gengo appears for a public speech and reveals a restrained Sai, which the crowd asks for his death. As Gengo's words begin to affect them, Shikamaru and Roh create a diversion to try to save Sai, but he retaliates, having been entranced by Gengo. Gengo's words affect Roh and Hinoko, and tries converting Shikamaru but he strangles himself with his own shadow.
"Recklessness" is episode 491 of Naruto Shippuden.
"Recklessness" is listed as filler in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
"Recklessness" is part of the Shin Uchiha Arc (Filler).
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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
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