: It explores his trauma and "cold-blooded" reputation as a ninja.

While Kakashi is the lead, this season serves as a dual origin story for several fan favorites:

: Details his defection from Konoha and his early sinister ambitions. ⚡ Technical Highlights

: Explores his origins as an experiment of Orochimaru and how he eventually joined the Leaf's elite.

This season focuses on Kakashi's time in the ANBU following the deaths of Obito and Rin.

✨ : If you usually skip fillers, don't skip this one. It is a masterclass in character development that makes the final arcs of the war feel much more impactful. Naruto: Shippuden: Season 16 - Rotten Tomatoes

: Provides essential context for the Uchiha Massacre, showing the political tension from Itachi's perspective.