This episode aired originally in . While it is considered filler (non-canonical to the original manga), it provides significant character development for Asuma Sarutobi, bridging the gap between his earlier appearances and the high-stakes Hidan and Kakuzu arc that follows. All Naruto Shippuden Filler Episodes - The Mary Sue
The revived ninja are key to Furido's plan. They are users of Limelight , a powerful lightning-based jutsu that, when performed by four users at the four corners of a village, can completely incinerate everything within its perimeter. 66 : Revived Souls
As the village faces an invasion of zombie-like soldiers from the Kohaku clan, Shikamaru Nara works to coordinate the village's defense while Asuma pursues Sora and Naruto to prevent the ultimate destruction of Konoha. This episode aired originally in
The title refers to the revival of four elite Guardian Shinobi —Seito, Touu, Nauma, and Kitane—using a specialized reanimation technique. These ninja were former comrades of Asuma Sarutobi and Chiriku. They are users of Limelight , a powerful
The episode focuses on the escalating threat to the Hidden Leaf Village as the primary antagonist, , initiates a plan to annihilate the entire village.
Sora, a young monk with a mysterious power, begins to realize that Furido's intentions are far more destructive than he was led to believe. He confronts Furido to seek the truth about his past and his father. Context in the Series