Watch this breakdown of Episode 408 to see how Sasuke first encountered his future subordinates, Karin and Suigetsu:
The primary antagonist of this fight, Saya, uses a "Puppet Imitation Technique" to possess and control Ino and Choji's minds and bodies. Stai guardando NarutoShippuden Ep 408 SUB ITA
We learn more about Karin’s origins as a kunoichi from Kusagakure and the traumatic events that led her to serve Orochimaru. Critical Reception Watch this breakdown of Episode 408 to see
Critics and fans noted that while the episode provides interesting depth to secondary characters like Karin and Suigetsu, its structure is often described as choppy or disjointed due to multiple layers of flashbacks. In , titled "The Cursed Puppet," the narrative
In , titled "The Cursed Puppet," the narrative is split between the ongoing Second Chunin Exams and critical backstory for Sasuke Uchiha. This episode is part of the "In Naruto's Footsteps: The Friends' Paths" filler arc, exploring events that occurred during the two-and-a-half-year timeskip. Key Plot Developments