A series of vignettes showcasing the side characters' lives, the aftermath of the war, and the lead-up to Naruto's wedding, culminating in his ascension to the role of Hokage.
The series transitions into a massive-scale war arc. All five major ninja nations unite against the primary antagonists, Obito Uchiha and Madara Uchiha. naruto episodes shippuden
: Some "filler" is still highly rated for character development, such as the Childhood Arc (Episodes 480–483) or episodes 464–468 , which provide deeper lore despite being anime-only. A series of vignettes showcasing the side characters'
This phase establishes the status quo of the older, more mature characters. The stakes are raised through encounters with the criminal organization Akatsuki , who are hunting the Tailed Beasts. the aftermath of the war