Episode 164 of Naruto Shippuden , titled , is a pivotal moment in the Pain's Assault Arc . This episode showcases the high-stakes battle between Naruto Uzumaki and the Six Paths of Pain, specifically focusing on the strategic limitations of Naruto's newly mastered Sage Mode. Episode Overview
Naruto's signature S-rank jutsu that he can now throw thanks to Sage Mode. NARUTO SHIPPUDEN EP 164
Unlike normal chakra, Sage Mode requires gathering natural energy, which Naruto can only maintain for a few minutes. He has already used most of his energy on his massive Rasenshuriken attacks. Episode 164 of Naruto Shippuden , titled ,
The battle continues in the cratered ruins of the Hidden Leaf Village. Naruto successfully uses his to destroy the Human Path , but he quickly realizes his Sage Mode is flickering. Unlike normal chakra, Sage Mode requires gathering natural
To combat the shared vision of the Rinnegan, Shima creates a dust cloud to obscure Pain's sight. Naruto uses this opening to hide inside the mouth of the giant toad, Gamabunta, to take out the Animal Path with a Sage Art: Spiralling Serial Spheres.
Naruto vs. the remaining Paths of Pain as his natural energy (Sage Chakra) begins to run out. Plot Summary
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