While the episode is focused on the funeral, it follows up on Gaara, who begins to question his existence based on Naruto's words and finds a new path, apologising to his siblings.

Naruto and his peers are forced to confront the harsh reality of being a ninja and the cost of defending the village. Important Notes for Viewers

Kakashi is absent from the main ceremony, preferring to pay his respects at the memorial stone to his friend Obito.

The core theme of the episode is that while lives end, the ideals (the fire) they left behind continue to burn.

The episode concludes with two mysterious shinobi standing outside the village, one of whom reveals a Sharingan. Key Moments & Analysis

Naruto struggles to understand why people sacrifice themselves for others.

This is a guide to This episode is a somber turning point in the original series, focusing on the aftermath of the Konoha Crush arc and the funeral of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi. Episode Summary