Naruto Shippuden Episode 471 Apr 2026

: Extended sequences revisit Obito’s childhood, his rivalry with Kakashi, and his deep connection to Rin Nohara.

: Many fans on GameFAQs and Anime News Network found the reliance on repetitive flashbacks frustrating, noting that they added little new information and slowed down the final battle's momentum. The Two of Them… Always | Narutopedia | Fandom Naruto Shippuden Episode 471

The episode is heavily stylized with flashbacks—accounting for roughly . : Reviewers from sites like Reddit praised the

: Reviewers from sites like Reddit praised the emotional impact of Obito's sacrifice and how it "humanized" him after his long tenure as a villain. At the last second, Obito uses Kamui to

: Kaguya launches her lethal "All-Killing Ash Bones" at Naruto and Sasuke. Both Kakashi and Obito rush to shield them. At the last second, Obito uses Kamui to warp away the bone headed for Kakashi, choosing to take the fatal blow himself while ensuring his old friend survives. Thematic Weight & Flashbacks