Naruto Shippuden Episode 383: Pursuing Hope
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Naruto Shippuden Episode 383: Pursuing Hope

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QUICK TAKES

dark_beast_ganon's avatar
dark_beast_ganon
Naruto broadcasting his memories through the chakra network was such a heavy move and it completely changed the mood for every ninja on the field
microwaved_dave's avatar
microwaved_dave
Orochimaru fighting on the same side as the hidden leaf just to save his own hide and his research labs is the most Orochimaru thing he has ever done
yami_yamato_140's avatar
yami_yamato_140
My head hurt when Naruto just charged in without using his sage powers but seeing him link up with Sasuke later made up for the stupid mistake
sailor_uranus_397's avatar
sailor_uranus_397
Shikamaru waking up and deciding he has to be the one to guide Naruto when he becomes Hokage was the most emotional part of the whole war so far
piko_pixel's avatar
piko_pixel
I cannot believe we finally got to see Naruto and Sasuke fighting together like that because the Susanoo armor on Kurama looked absolutely incredible against Obito
isidro_the_thief's avatar
isidro_the_thief
I seriously gasped when the five Kage showed up right after Hashirama's speech, like, it was the perfect timing to really get me hyped for the continuation of that insane fight. It just felt so right to see them standing together, ready to throw down.
gillian_giant's avatar
gillian_giant
Seriously, I just had to chuckle watching Naruto charge in headfirst like that, totally ignoring any sort of plan. It’s so classic Naruto, but I gotta wonder what Minato and Sasuke were even thinking, just letting him go wild like that.
mikasasimp's avatar
mikasasimp
The sheer force of Shikamaru and the entire alliance bursting onto the scene for that massive attack, I totally choked up; it just makes me realize how Naruto went from being that kid nobody trusted to someone the whole shinobi world is now willing to die protecting.
charmy_chef's avatar
charmy_chef
When Obito went full Sage of Six Paths, I actually screamed at my screen, not gonna lie. It just felt so hopeless seeing him transform into something so terrifying and powerful, and I'm honestly still stressing about how they're even going to begin stopping that god tree from blooming. If it does, my gut tells me it's truly over.
zangetsu_zen's avatar
zangetsu_zen
When the Five Kage finally showed up, I was so relieved, like, things had been looking so bleak for a second there. Seeing Naruto connect with everyone and share his chakra, it really felt like they finally *got* him after all this time, which is all he's ever wanted. That giant Rasengan with the whole alliance pitching in, man, it just screamed 'epic war' to me, making all their struggles feel truly massive.
solgaleo's avatar
solgaleo
The way those roots just swallowed up everyone's life force so quickly had me absolutely frozen, I couldn't believe how brutal it was. I spent the whole time wondering how they'd ever manage to escape with that timer relentlessly counting down, it felt completely hopeless.
yoko_littner_186's avatar
yoko_littner_186
I actually wasn't super surprised to see Orochimaru throwing down just to protect his labs, I mean, that's totally on brand for him given how obsessed he is with all his creepy experiments. It just goes to show how much his research means to him, even if it's all super sketchy.
amaterasu_angel's avatar
amaterasu_angel
Hashirama actually calling Naruto the real leader just blew me away, I couldn't believe my ears. After all the years of people doubting him and him fighting to be acknowledged, seeing the First Hokage recognize that fire in him was such a massive validation for me as a viewer and for Naruto himself. It made me tear up a bit, honestly, remembering how much he's grown.
kumaru_yukihara's avatar
kumaru_yukihara
I swear, Naruto's memory is just the worst sometimes! How could he completely forget about Sage Mode, especially when the world is literally ending in fifteen minutes? I couldn't help but crack up at Sasuke's look of disbelief, because honestly, I was right there with him.
sanemi_storm_133's avatar
sanemi_storm_133
Naruto's past being laid bare for everyone was just... wow. I felt this incredible sense of vindication for him, knowing they finally understood the *why* behind his relentless spirit and all the pain he silently endured. It's like the village finally saw past the prankster to the determined kid beneath.
tingle's avatar
tingle
Seriously, seeing Naruto and Sasuke finally fighting *together* against Obito was just so unexpected after everything they've been through, and that combo attack they unleashed? It was absolutely insane, like, I totally didn't see that coming after all their past rivalry.
taiju_tenacity_158's avatar
taiju_tenacity_158
For a moment there, I really thought the Five Kage were just gonna crumble after hearing Hashirama's vision of the future, but seeing them pull themselves together with that fierce determination? It honestly made me feel a surge of hope that they can still fight off the Infinite Tsukuyomi, despite everything they've faced.
kofu_364's avatar
kofu_364
Orochimaru rushing to defend his research was such a classic move, and I couldn't help but crack up at his unwavering dedication to his creepy experiments. It just makes me think he truly values his bizarre scientific pursuits above literally everything else, and I'm left wondering what other strange things he's got cooking that we haven't seen yet.
oni_omega's avatar
oni_omega
Naruto's heartfelt speech on the battlefield honestly gave me chills, like, remembering him as that lonely kid on the swing just makes his power to unite everyone here feel so earned. My heart swelled seeing Shikamaru's quiet nod, it showed me that even the most pragmatic minds can't deny his genuine impact now.
animemaster99's avatar
animemaster99
I seriously didn't expect Tobirama to just pop in like that with his teleportation and totally save everyone's butts at the last second, it was such a clutch move. Honestly, I'm starting to think he's way more of a strategic genius and skilled fighter than even the characters in the show give him credit for, always pulling off these insane feats.

EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming directly after 'A Shinobi's Dream,' where the Allied Forces faced the staggering scale of their enemy's power, 'Pursuing Hope' serves as an emotional pivot point — shifting from desperation toward renewed conviction. It occupies a critical spot in the war arc's middle act, bridging the initial shock of overwhelming adversaries with the collective rallying that defines what comes next. The following episode, 'A Heart Filled With Comrades,' continues building on the bonds and unity forged here, making this a necessary stepping stone in the arc's escalation toward its ultimate confrontations.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming directly after 'A Shinobi's Dream,' where the Allied Forces faced the staggering scale of their enemy's power, 'Pursuing Hope' serves as an emotional pivot point — shifting from desperation toward renewed conviction. It occupies a critical spot in the war arc's middle act, bridging the initial shock of overwhelming adversaries with the collective rallying that defines what comes next. The following episode, 'A Heart Filled With Comrades,' continues building on the bonds and unity forged here, making this a necessary stepping stone in the arc's escalation toward its ultimate confrontations.

QUICK TAKES

dark_beast_ganon's avatar
dark_beast_ganon
Naruto broadcasting his memories through the chakra network was such a heavy move and it completely changed the mood for every ninja on the field
microwaved_dave's avatar
microwaved_dave
Orochimaru fighting on the same side as the hidden leaf just to save his own hide and his research labs is the most Orochimaru thing he has ever done
yami_yamato_140's avatar
yami_yamato_140
My head hurt when Naruto just charged in without using his sage powers but seeing him link up with Sasuke later made up for the stupid mistake
sailor_uranus_397's avatar
sailor_uranus_397
Shikamaru waking up and deciding he has to be the one to guide Naruto when he becomes Hokage was the most emotional part of the whole war so far
piko_pixel's avatar
piko_pixel
I cannot believe we finally got to see Naruto and Sasuke fighting together like that because the Susanoo armor on Kurama looked absolutely incredible against Obito
isidro_the_thief's avatar
isidro_the_thief
I seriously gasped when the five Kage showed up right after Hashirama's speech, like, it was the perfect timing to really get me hyped for the continuation of that insane fight. It just felt so right to see them standing together, ready to throw down.
gillian_giant's avatar
gillian_giant
Seriously, I just had to chuckle watching Naruto charge in headfirst like that, totally ignoring any sort of plan. It’s so classic Naruto, but I gotta wonder what Minato and Sasuke were even thinking, just letting him go wild like that.
mikasasimp's avatar
mikasasimp
The sheer force of Shikamaru and the entire alliance bursting onto the scene for that massive attack, I totally choked up; it just makes me realize how Naruto went from being that kid nobody trusted to someone the whole shinobi world is now willing to die protecting.
charmy_chef's avatar
charmy_chef
When Obito went full Sage of Six Paths, I actually screamed at my screen, not gonna lie. It just felt so hopeless seeing him transform into something so terrifying and powerful, and I'm honestly still stressing about how they're even going to begin stopping that god tree from blooming. If it does, my gut tells me it's truly over.
zangetsu_zen's avatar
zangetsu_zen
When the Five Kage finally showed up, I was so relieved, like, things had been looking so bleak for a second there. Seeing Naruto connect with everyone and share his chakra, it really felt like they finally *got* him after all this time, which is all he's ever wanted. That giant Rasengan with the whole alliance pitching in, man, it just screamed 'epic war' to me, making all their struggles feel truly massive.
solgaleo's avatar
solgaleo
The way those roots just swallowed up everyone's life force so quickly had me absolutely frozen, I couldn't believe how brutal it was. I spent the whole time wondering how they'd ever manage to escape with that timer relentlessly counting down, it felt completely hopeless.
yoko_littner_186's avatar
yoko_littner_186
I actually wasn't super surprised to see Orochimaru throwing down just to protect his labs, I mean, that's totally on brand for him given how obsessed he is with all his creepy experiments. It just goes to show how much his research means to him, even if it's all super sketchy.
amaterasu_angel's avatar
amaterasu_angel
Hashirama actually calling Naruto the real leader just blew me away, I couldn't believe my ears. After all the years of people doubting him and him fighting to be acknowledged, seeing the First Hokage recognize that fire in him was such a massive validation for me as a viewer and for Naruto himself. It made me tear up a bit, honestly, remembering how much he's grown.
kumaru_yukihara's avatar
kumaru_yukihara
I swear, Naruto's memory is just the worst sometimes! How could he completely forget about Sage Mode, especially when the world is literally ending in fifteen minutes? I couldn't help but crack up at Sasuke's look of disbelief, because honestly, I was right there with him.
sanemi_storm_133's avatar
sanemi_storm_133
Naruto's past being laid bare for everyone was just... wow. I felt this incredible sense of vindication for him, knowing they finally understood the *why* behind his relentless spirit and all the pain he silently endured. It's like the village finally saw past the prankster to the determined kid beneath.
tingle's avatar
tingle
Seriously, seeing Naruto and Sasuke finally fighting *together* against Obito was just so unexpected after everything they've been through, and that combo attack they unleashed? It was absolutely insane, like, I totally didn't see that coming after all their past rivalry.
taiju_tenacity_158's avatar
taiju_tenacity_158
For a moment there, I really thought the Five Kage were just gonna crumble after hearing Hashirama's vision of the future, but seeing them pull themselves together with that fierce determination? It honestly made me feel a surge of hope that they can still fight off the Infinite Tsukuyomi, despite everything they've faced.
kofu_364's avatar
kofu_364
Orochimaru rushing to defend his research was such a classic move, and I couldn't help but crack up at his unwavering dedication to his creepy experiments. It just makes me think he truly values his bizarre scientific pursuits above literally everything else, and I'm left wondering what other strange things he's got cooking that we haven't seen yet.
oni_omega's avatar
oni_omega
Naruto's heartfelt speech on the battlefield honestly gave me chills, like, remembering him as that lonely kid on the swing just makes his power to unite everyone here feel so earned. My heart swelled seeing Shikamaru's quiet nod, it showed me that even the most pragmatic minds can't deny his genuine impact now.
animemaster99's avatar
animemaster99
I seriously didn't expect Tobirama to just pop in like that with his teleportation and totally save everyone's butts at the last second, it was such a clutch move. Honestly, I'm starting to think he's way more of a strategic genius and skilled fighter than even the characters in the show give him credit for, always pulling off these insane feats.

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©岸本斉史 スコット/集英社・テレビ東京・ぴえろ

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com