Naruto Shippuden Episode 104: Breaking the Crystal Style
Filler/LOW
OSHIMETER
8.7
57 Fans
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OSHIMETER
8.7
57 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
majora
Tobi acting like a total goofball while Deidara loses his mind is the only reason I am still watching this filler arc and their dynamic is just too funny compared to all the serious stuff happening with the crystal girl
hatsune_hatsukoi
Kabuto dropping the news about Guren killing Yukimaru's mom made my stomach turn and it makes that whole relationship feel so much darker now and I really wonder how the kid will take it when he finds out the truth
wanyudo_warrior
I thought Shino using his insects to chew through that crystal style was cool because it actually broke Guren's defense and showed that he is way more dangerous than people realize when he finds a weakness like that
shunseui_sensei_466
How are Deidara and Tobi even real? I was so stressed watching everyone else struggle in that crazy mist, but then those two are just clowning around, arguing over who's better like it's a casual Sunday stroll. It truly makes me question if they ever take their Akatsuki missions seriously when they're together.
bang_brawler
The sheer spectacle of Gozu and Sai just tearing into each other amidst that crumbling crystal forest was seriously jaw-dropping, I couldn't believe how much destruction they were causing. It really made me wonder, even for a filler, just how much more chaos could erupt before that place completely imploded.
thecatlife
I honestly didn't see that Guren twist coming, and it's making me feel super uneasy for Yukimaru now that he actually trusts her. Her taking down those Leaf ninjas was so impressive, but knowing she murdered his mom on Orochimaru's orders just completely flips my perception of her character, and I'm dreading the day he inevitably finds out the truth.
dankan_dancer_475
I seriously didn't expect Shino to pull off such a clever move, adapting his insects to be totally immune to Guren's crystals like that. It just showed how much he'd grown, and honestly, seeing him finally get his big moment and contribute so much to the fight was incredibly satisfying for me.
guimamada
I gotta admit, I was seriously considering just tuning out of this arc, but then Shino finally got some real acknowledgment for his unique bug skills, and honestly, that just made me so happy for him. It's about time he got his moment in the spotlight, you know?
sunlitsonata
I gotta say, seeing Kakashi go all out against that crystal style was seriously impressive; I wasn't sure how he'd counter something like that, but he really pulled it off. And then Sai actually jumping into the fray? That felt like a huge step for him, finally acting like a real part of the team instead of just following orders, which made the whole mission feel way more intense.
misato_katsuragi
It's genuinely unsettling to watch Yukimaru trust Guren so much when I know she's the one who took everything from him. A part of me wants to believe she's actually feeling remorse, but then I remember her past and just wonder if she's playing him to get something out of it.
orihime_oracle_103
Even when I usually dread these filler episodes, Tobi and Deidara honestly make them bearable for me; I mean, Tobi's goofy antics and non-stop talking are just hilarious. It makes me wonder if this genuinely ditzy persona is truly him or if he's just playing everyone in the Akatsuki for kicks, which would be an even wilder twist.
ghetsis_325
Okay, so Guren was actually the one who killed Yukimaru's mom? I totally didn't see that coming, and it just makes Orochimaru seem even more messed up for setting them up in the first place, like he gets a kick out of watching the drama unfold.
sakurafan
I was genuinely surprised to see Shino's bugs finally pull through and counter that annoying crystal jutsu; it really made me feel like he finally got his moment after always being in the background, and watching him secure that win was awesome.
navi
Seriously, Guren’s crystal release felt so suffocating; I was holding my breath wondering how anyone would escape something so completely unyielding. When the Hidden Leaf crew finally found a way to shatter it, I actually gasped a little — they always seem to find that sliver of hope even when all seems lost, and I just love that about them.
brassius
Tobi just constantly cracking me up with that voice of his, I swear it's impossible to take some of these serious moments seriously when he's around. It's almost like he *wants* to be the comedic relief, which makes me wonder if there's more to his silliness than meets the eye, but for now, I'm just enjoying the laughs and the break from all the tension.
diana_376
I totally cheered when Shino finally showed up, seriously, my jaw dropped watching his bugs just tear through that crystal style! I thought Guren was gonna be unstoppable there for a sec, and it's so good to see Shino get a moment to shine like that after all this time.
lugia_305
Tobi constantly messing with Deidara made me seriously crack up this episode; I have to wonder if Deidara secretly gets a kick out of the chaos, even if he puts on a grump face. honestly, i don't know how anyone could put up with that guy's endless antics without losing their mind!
mamoru_chiba
Okay, but seriously, my jaw dropped when Shino just strolled in like he owned the place and totally shut down that crazy crystallization jutsu. I mean, his bugs adapting to *that*? That's probably the most impressive thing I've ever seen him do, and it really caught me off guard because he's usually so quiet.
kaguya_sama_161
I'm genuinely surprised how invested I got in Guren, considering her villain status, but her whole connection with Yukimaru is just so tragically sweet. Seeing her desperately trying to protect him from Orochimaru while grappling with the secret of his mother really pulled me into her redemption journey.
oliver_operatic_502
Kabuto really got under my skin, bringing up Guren's past just to mess with her head; I'm starting to think he actually enjoys tormenting people, especially after seeing him manipulate that kid so shamelessly. It's like he's trying to prove how utterly heartless he can be, and it's just so frustrating to watch.
EPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting deep within the Three-Tails filler arc, episode 104 follows directly from the setup of the Four-Corner Sealing Barrier operation, where teams mobilized to seal the Three-Tails. This episode escalates the confrontations that threaten that sealing effort, bridging into 'The Battle Over the Barrier,' where the stakes around maintaining the seal intensify further.
QUICK TAKES
majora
Tobi acting like a total goofball while Deidara loses his mind is the only reason I am still watching this filler arc and their dynamic is just too funny compared to all the serious stuff happening with the crystal girl
hatsune_hatsukoi
Kabuto dropping the news about Guren killing Yukimaru's mom made my stomach turn and it makes that whole relationship feel so much darker now and I really wonder how the kid will take it when he finds out the truth
wanyudo_warrior
I thought Shino using his insects to chew through that crystal style was cool because it actually broke Guren's defense and showed that he is way more dangerous than people realize when he finds a weakness like that
shunseui_sensei_466
How are Deidara and Tobi even real? I was so stressed watching everyone else struggle in that crazy mist, but then those two are just clowning around, arguing over who's better like it's a casual Sunday stroll. It truly makes me question if they ever take their Akatsuki missions seriously when they're together.
bang_brawler
The sheer spectacle of Gozu and Sai just tearing into each other amidst that crumbling crystal forest was seriously jaw-dropping, I couldn't believe how much destruction they were causing. It really made me wonder, even for a filler, just how much more chaos could erupt before that place completely imploded.
thecatlife
I honestly didn't see that Guren twist coming, and it's making me feel super uneasy for Yukimaru now that he actually trusts her. Her taking down those Leaf ninjas was so impressive, but knowing she murdered his mom on Orochimaru's orders just completely flips my perception of her character, and I'm dreading the day he inevitably finds out the truth.
dankan_dancer_475
I seriously didn't expect Shino to pull off such a clever move, adapting his insects to be totally immune to Guren's crystals like that. It just showed how much he'd grown, and honestly, seeing him finally get his big moment and contribute so much to the fight was incredibly satisfying for me.
guimamada
I gotta admit, I was seriously considering just tuning out of this arc, but then Shino finally got some real acknowledgment for his unique bug skills, and honestly, that just made me so happy for him. It's about time he got his moment in the spotlight, you know?
sunlitsonata
I gotta say, seeing Kakashi go all out against that crystal style was seriously impressive; I wasn't sure how he'd counter something like that, but he really pulled it off. And then Sai actually jumping into the fray? That felt like a huge step for him, finally acting like a real part of the team instead of just following orders, which made the whole mission feel way more intense.
misato_katsuragi
It's genuinely unsettling to watch Yukimaru trust Guren so much when I know she's the one who took everything from him. A part of me wants to believe she's actually feeling remorse, but then I remember her past and just wonder if she's playing him to get something out of it.
orihime_oracle_103
Even when I usually dread these filler episodes, Tobi and Deidara honestly make them bearable for me; I mean, Tobi's goofy antics and non-stop talking are just hilarious. It makes me wonder if this genuinely ditzy persona is truly him or if he's just playing everyone in the Akatsuki for kicks, which would be an even wilder twist.
ghetsis_325
Okay, so Guren was actually the one who killed Yukimaru's mom? I totally didn't see that coming, and it just makes Orochimaru seem even more messed up for setting them up in the first place, like he gets a kick out of watching the drama unfold.
sakurafan
I was genuinely surprised to see Shino's bugs finally pull through and counter that annoying crystal jutsu; it really made me feel like he finally got his moment after always being in the background, and watching him secure that win was awesome.
navi
Seriously, Guren’s crystal release felt so suffocating; I was holding my breath wondering how anyone would escape something so completely unyielding. When the Hidden Leaf crew finally found a way to shatter it, I actually gasped a little — they always seem to find that sliver of hope even when all seems lost, and I just love that about them.
brassius
Tobi just constantly cracking me up with that voice of his, I swear it's impossible to take some of these serious moments seriously when he's around. It's almost like he *wants* to be the comedic relief, which makes me wonder if there's more to his silliness than meets the eye, but for now, I'm just enjoying the laughs and the break from all the tension.
diana_376
I totally cheered when Shino finally showed up, seriously, my jaw dropped watching his bugs just tear through that crystal style! I thought Guren was gonna be unstoppable there for a sec, and it's so good to see Shino get a moment to shine like that after all this time.
lugia_305
Tobi constantly messing with Deidara made me seriously crack up this episode; I have to wonder if Deidara secretly gets a kick out of the chaos, even if he puts on a grump face. honestly, i don't know how anyone could put up with that guy's endless antics without losing their mind!
mamoru_chiba
Okay, but seriously, my jaw dropped when Shino just strolled in like he owned the place and totally shut down that crazy crystallization jutsu. I mean, his bugs adapting to *that*? That's probably the most impressive thing I've ever seen him do, and it really caught me off guard because he's usually so quiet.
kaguya_sama_161
I'm genuinely surprised how invested I got in Guren, considering her villain status, but her whole connection with Yukimaru is just so tragically sweet. Seeing her desperately trying to protect him from Orochimaru while grappling with the secret of his mother really pulled me into her redemption journey.
oliver_operatic_502
Kabuto really got under my skin, bringing up Guren's past just to mess with her head; I'm starting to think he actually enjoys tormenting people, especially after seeing him manipulate that kid so shamelessly. It's like he's trying to prove how utterly heartless he can be, and it's just so frustrating to watch.
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