The "Naruto" anime saga continues, as "Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" uncover the past of some of our beloved ninjas in the franchise. The next episodes will be looking into the lives of Gaara and Shikamaru, as well as the ninja teachers Jiraiya and Kakashi.
"Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc"
The "Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" premiered on October 20, after the core "Naruto Shippuden" concluded with an epic battle between Naruto and Sasuke. These episodes were then split into two, which shows the untold childhood stories of the beloved "Naruto" characters.
Naruto and Hinata were featured in the first "Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" episode, where it was shown how Naruto struggled being a jinchuriki. The second episode then featured Sasuke and Sakura.
Episode 482: Gaara and Shikamaru
The next episode of "Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" will first be featuring Gaara. He is also a jinchuriki, housing the one-tailed beast Shukaku. The episode will be showing the viewers how Gaara struggled being a young jinchuriki.
"Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" will then show how he was betrayed by his uncle and guardian, Yashamaru. He will be the one pushing Gaara to follow the dark path. However, the episode will also see lighter moments between Gaara and his siblings, Kankuro and Temari.
The next half would of "Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" Episode 482 would then be featuring Shikamaru, who is known to be laid back and lazy. The episode will reveal how he first met his pals Ino and Choji, as well as his future wife Temari.
Episode 483: Jiraiya and Kakashi
The first part of "Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" Episode 483 will be featuring Jiraiya, the godfather of Naruto. He is often referred to as the Perverted Hermit due to his personality and attitude around women. Despite this, he is still one of the best teachers that Naruto has ever had.
Kakashi will then be featured in "Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" Episode 483 part two. He was the main trio's first ever teacher, and is known for his Sharingan. This also explains the covering of his left eye.
"Naruto Shippuden: Boyhood Arc" airs every Thursday. Episode 482 will be released on November 3, and Episode 483 will be released on November 10.