: Transitioning back to the present battlefield, Madara Uchiha declares victory after the Infinite Tsukuyomi has taken hold. However, in a massive plot twist, Black Zetsu betrays Madara , stabbing him through the heart and revealing that he is actually the will of Kaguya Ōtsutsuki .
: It is revealed that the White Zetsu Army consists of humans caught in previous Infinite Tsukuyomis, rather than being Madara's creations. Naruto Shippuden Episode 458
: The episode ends on a major cliffhanger as Madara's body begins to swell with immense chakra, leading to the physical revival of the series' final antagonist, Kaguya. Major Highlights & Impact : Transitioning back to the present battlefield, Madara
: This marks the end of the Itachi Shinden: Book of Light and Darkness arc, which many fans consider one of the most emotional backstory sequences in the franchise. Episode Reception Naruto Shippuden ‒ Episode 458 - Anime News Network : The episode ends on a major cliffhanger
: This episode shocked the fanbase by replacing Madara—long thought to be the final boss—with Kaguya.
: The first half wraps up the Itachi Shinden light novel adaptation. It revisits Itachi's life and legacy, showing his final perspective on his brother Sasuke and his unwavering love for Konoha.