: The Sage Of The Six Paths: 421

Realizing that his past decision to only favor Asura led to conflict, Hagoromo decides to entrust his power to both Naruto and Sasuke to stop Madara.

Witness the meeting between Naruto and the legendary Sage of Six Paths as he reveals the truth of the reincarnations: 421 : The Sage of the Six Paths

Hagoromo details how the feud between his sons has continued through generations, most recently manifesting in Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha. Realizing that his past decision to only favor

Episode 421 of Naruto: Shippūden , titled is a pivotal moment in the Fourth Shinobi World War arc. It bridge's the gap between the desperate battle against Madara Uchiha and the ultimate power-up for Naruto and Sasuke. Key Events in Episode 421 It bridge's the gap between the desperate battle

On the battlefield, Might Guy unleashes his final, most devastating technique, Night Guy , after opening the Eighth Gate of Death. The attack is so powerful it bends space and nearly kills Madara, who declares Guy the strongest taijutsu user he has ever faced.

Naruto awakens with his new Six Paths powers, saves Guy from disintegrating by stabilizing his life force, and kicks away Madara's Truth-Seeking Ball to the villain's shock.

While in a near-death state, Naruto encounters Hagoromo Ōtsutsuki , the legendary Sage of the Six Paths. Hagoromo explains the history of his sons, Asura and Indra, and reveals that Naruto is the current reincarnation of Asura, while Sasuke is the reincarnation of Indra.