True to his nature, Boruto refuses to stand by while Sasuke and Gaara fight. In , the father-son dynamic is flipped on its head. Boruto is trying to protect a version of his father who knows nothing of his existence.

In the episode Urashiki Returns the tension peaks as Boruto Uzumaki attempt to transport the One-Tail, Shukaku

However, brute force fails. Urashiki’s ability to absorb and redirect ninjutsu makes him nearly unbeatable. The episode ends on a cliffhanger with Urashiki standing over a defeated team, his fishing rod (a unique weapon that hooks chakra) aimed directly at young Naruto’s seal.

Episode 123 of the English dub is a polarizing entry in the , shifting focus toward a gritty survival battle against Urashiki’s persistent puppets . While it offers nostalgic character moments, it is often criticized for its slow pacing and uneven animation. Plot Highlights

, titled "Urashiki Returns," marks a critical turning point in the Sunagakure Escape Arc. The episode centers on an intense battle against an Otsutsuki puppet, a tactical mother-son alliance, and the looming resurrection of an extraterrestrial threat.

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For fans of the English dub, the wait for new episodes of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations can often feel like an eternity. However, when a pivotal episode like drops, it reaffirms why the series remains a must-watch for the Shinobi faithful. Titled "Urashiki Returns," this installment marks a significant tonal shift from the lighter, academy-focused arcs to the high-stakes, time-traveling thriller that fans of the Naruto franchise crave.