Naruto Shippuden Episode 404: Tenten's Troubles
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7.5
53 Fans
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PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
alain_351
Ajisai has such a cool design. Her paper abilities are so much more interesting than the usual filler villains so seeing her and Tenten fall into that pit was great
yellow
I have been waiting forever for Tenten to actually do something besides standing there while Neji and Lee go off, and this episode really hit home for me because watching her struggle with her identity as a weapons user while she summons random stuff like cabbage was funny and also kind of deep plus that Kakashi mountain climbing scene was gold
guru_guru_275
Kakashi climbing that mountain with one hand just to mess with Guy was the funniest thing in this whole filler arc. Tenten finally being the lead instead of just standing in the back feels right
hylian_286
Tenten really went through it trying to find her own special jutsu, and watching her realize her tool scrolls are actually useful was a nice change for her character
narutorunner99
I honestly didn't expect Tenten to go all out with those massive scrolls against Ajisai, but seeing her finally get a decent fight scene, it was actually pretty awesome. It made me kinda forget I was even watching filler for a bit, which is saying something for her character.
happy_mask_salesman_270
When Tenten started absolutely crushing those Rain ninja while trapped in the ruins, I couldn't help but feel a surge of pride, like "finally, she gets to show what she's made of!" It's about time she got a moment to herself to really shine, especially after being overshadowed for so long.
chi_chi_champ_94
Tenten's confession about just wanting to be seen as more than weapons support for Neji and Lee really got to me; it's tough always being in their shadow, even if you're super capable. I can imagine that feeling of frustration, wondering if your own contributions truly matter when your teammates are practically legends.
lelouch_lamperouge
I was actually pretty surprised by this filler episode, especially how clean the animation was for Tenten's fight against Ajisai; it felt really unique seeing someone with a similar summoning style to her. It made me think about how Tenten must feel sometimes, being the support for her team with her scrolls literally conjuring up whatever's needed, even if she rarely gets the spotlight like this.
professor_kukui
Tenten really trying to show she's more than just a walking weapon rack for her team totally blindsided me; I thought I was just going to zone out during this episode. It actually made me realize how much I've underestimated her, and I could practically feel her determination to finally prove herself after being in the background for so long.
itachi_illusion
Kakashi just casually scaling that mountain one-handed while Guy was totally wiped out really made me laugh, it's such a perfect, effortless Kakashi move. I just love how his natural genius constantly highlights Guy's over-the-top dedication, and honestly, their hilarious rivalry is the only reason I bother with these filler arcs sometimes.
kodama_king
Guy's crazy training moments actually had me cracking up, which totally surprised me for a filler episode! It's wild watching Tenten struggle so hard with medical ninjutsu, and I can't help but wonder if she secretly feels the pressure to keep up with Neji and Lee's wild power-ups. She must feel like she needs *something* to distinguish herself, poor girl.
n
Whoa, I totally wasn't prepared for an entire episode centered on Tenten, especially seeing her grapple so much with her summoning jutsu. It honestly made me reflect on how little screen time she usually gets, and I found myself genuinely rooting for her to overcome that insecurity this time.
nukekubi_nemesis_63
I can't believe Kakashi just casually scaled that mountain one-handed, still reading his book, while Guy was struggling! It was such a classic Kakashi move, honestly, I cracked up watching Guy's reaction because I know how much Kakashi loves to mess with him sometimes.
xxpogchampxx
I totally wasn't expecting that SD Naruto reference during Guy's goofy training flashbacks, but it was such a fun little easter egg. It made me smile, thinking about how those moments with Guy and his team always manage to lighten the mood, even in the middle of all the heavy stuff happening.
darmani
I actually thought the Tenten and Ajisai fight was pretty cool; seeing two characters who rely on summoned weapons and items go at it instead of just pure taijutsu was a nice change of pace for this arc, and it made me wonder if more ninjas would specialize like that.
chloe_344
Hearing Tenten confess her desire to be a legendary kunoichi, just like Tsunade, really made me feel for her. It's so frustrating to imagine putting in all that grueling training, only to constantly compare yourself to others who seem to have inherited amazing talent effortlessly. I can't help but root for her to find her own unique path to greatness.
saccharinecoffee
I always felt like Tenten got the short end of the stick, just being there to support Neji and Lee, so watching her really go all out against Ajisai was so satisfying. She totally showed that she's a force to be reckoned with on her own, and honestly, I was cheering her on the whole time.
jessie
I was actually really surprised by how much this filler episode made me care about Tenten; I mean, she's usually just there holding weapons, but seeing her get so frustrated about only being useful for carrying things really got to me, and it made me wonder how long she'd felt that way. Her fight with Ajisai really highlighted her unique fighting style in a way I hadn't seen before, which was cool.
azukiarai_assassin_83
When Ajisai from the Rain Village popped up, I totally got a shiver because I knew exactly where this was heading. It's like, the Pain arc is going to be brutal, and seeing her just foreshadowed all that tragedy, man.
romani_274
Ugh, another filler episode, and I'm honestly so over this arc, but man, seeing Tenten actually get some screentime was a surprise, even if she kinda botched the fight. What really got me though was the Rain Village tie-in; knowing Ajisai becomes a Path of Pain later makes this whole chunin exam feel a lot more significant than it probably should for a filler.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Positioned within a stretch of filler Chunin Exams episodes, this follows 'Unwavering Gutsiness,' which highlighted the determination of various exam participants, and shifts the lens squarely onto Tenten's personal trials. It leads directly into 'The Imprisoned Pair,' continuing the exam-centric storylines and the escalating challenges faced by Konoha's genin. At episode 404, the series is well past the core war arc material, filling time before the final canonical push toward the series conclusion.
QUICK TAKES
alain_351
Ajisai has such a cool design. Her paper abilities are so much more interesting than the usual filler villains so seeing her and Tenten fall into that pit was great
yellow
I have been waiting forever for Tenten to actually do something besides standing there while Neji and Lee go off, and this episode really hit home for me because watching her struggle with her identity as a weapons user while she summons random stuff like cabbage was funny and also kind of deep plus that Kakashi mountain climbing scene was gold
guru_guru_275
Kakashi climbing that mountain with one hand just to mess with Guy was the funniest thing in this whole filler arc. Tenten finally being the lead instead of just standing in the back feels right
hylian_286
Tenten really went through it trying to find her own special jutsu, and watching her realize her tool scrolls are actually useful was a nice change for her character
narutorunner99
I honestly didn't expect Tenten to go all out with those massive scrolls against Ajisai, but seeing her finally get a decent fight scene, it was actually pretty awesome. It made me kinda forget I was even watching filler for a bit, which is saying something for her character.
happy_mask_salesman_270
When Tenten started absolutely crushing those Rain ninja while trapped in the ruins, I couldn't help but feel a surge of pride, like "finally, she gets to show what she's made of!" It's about time she got a moment to herself to really shine, especially after being overshadowed for so long.
chi_chi_champ_94
Tenten's confession about just wanting to be seen as more than weapons support for Neji and Lee really got to me; it's tough always being in their shadow, even if you're super capable. I can imagine that feeling of frustration, wondering if your own contributions truly matter when your teammates are practically legends.
lelouch_lamperouge
I was actually pretty surprised by this filler episode, especially how clean the animation was for Tenten's fight against Ajisai; it felt really unique seeing someone with a similar summoning style to her. It made me think about how Tenten must feel sometimes, being the support for her team with her scrolls literally conjuring up whatever's needed, even if she rarely gets the spotlight like this.
professor_kukui
Tenten really trying to show she's more than just a walking weapon rack for her team totally blindsided me; I thought I was just going to zone out during this episode. It actually made me realize how much I've underestimated her, and I could practically feel her determination to finally prove herself after being in the background for so long.
itachi_illusion
Kakashi just casually scaling that mountain one-handed while Guy was totally wiped out really made me laugh, it's such a perfect, effortless Kakashi move. I just love how his natural genius constantly highlights Guy's over-the-top dedication, and honestly, their hilarious rivalry is the only reason I bother with these filler arcs sometimes.
kodama_king
Guy's crazy training moments actually had me cracking up, which totally surprised me for a filler episode! It's wild watching Tenten struggle so hard with medical ninjutsu, and I can't help but wonder if she secretly feels the pressure to keep up with Neji and Lee's wild power-ups. She must feel like she needs *something* to distinguish herself, poor girl.
n
Whoa, I totally wasn't prepared for an entire episode centered on Tenten, especially seeing her grapple so much with her summoning jutsu. It honestly made me reflect on how little screen time she usually gets, and I found myself genuinely rooting for her to overcome that insecurity this time.
nukekubi_nemesis_63
I can't believe Kakashi just casually scaled that mountain one-handed, still reading his book, while Guy was struggling! It was such a classic Kakashi move, honestly, I cracked up watching Guy's reaction because I know how much Kakashi loves to mess with him sometimes.
xxpogchampxx
I totally wasn't expecting that SD Naruto reference during Guy's goofy training flashbacks, but it was such a fun little easter egg. It made me smile, thinking about how those moments with Guy and his team always manage to lighten the mood, even in the middle of all the heavy stuff happening.
darmani
I actually thought the Tenten and Ajisai fight was pretty cool; seeing two characters who rely on summoned weapons and items go at it instead of just pure taijutsu was a nice change of pace for this arc, and it made me wonder if more ninjas would specialize like that.
chloe_344
Hearing Tenten confess her desire to be a legendary kunoichi, just like Tsunade, really made me feel for her. It's so frustrating to imagine putting in all that grueling training, only to constantly compare yourself to others who seem to have inherited amazing talent effortlessly. I can't help but root for her to find her own unique path to greatness.
saccharinecoffee
I always felt like Tenten got the short end of the stick, just being there to support Neji and Lee, so watching her really go all out against Ajisai was so satisfying. She totally showed that she's a force to be reckoned with on her own, and honestly, I was cheering her on the whole time.
jessie
I was actually really surprised by how much this filler episode made me care about Tenten; I mean, she's usually just there holding weapons, but seeing her get so frustrated about only being useful for carrying things really got to me, and it made me wonder how long she'd felt that way. Her fight with Ajisai really highlighted her unique fighting style in a way I hadn't seen before, which was cool.
azukiarai_assassin_83
When Ajisai from the Rain Village popped up, I totally got a shiver because I knew exactly where this was heading. It's like, the Pain arc is going to be brutal, and seeing her just foreshadowed all that tragedy, man.
romani_274
Ugh, another filler episode, and I'm honestly so over this arc, but man, seeing Tenten actually get some screentime was a surprise, even if she kinda botched the fight. What really got me though was the Rain Village tie-in; knowing Ajisai becomes a Path of Pain later makes this whole chunin exam feel a lot more significant than it probably should for a filler.
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