Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 244 Page

While Boruto and his allies prepare to defend a village, they discover that an elite enemy scout unit is approaching ahead of the main force. The village is not yet ready for battle, necessitating a hurried evacuation of the civilians. Key narrative developments include:

The episode explores the theme of "tools vs. people," contrasting how Shizuma used the swordsmen as pawns versus how Kagura treats them with respect and trust.

Boruto Uzumaki, Sarada Uchiha, Mitsuki, Kawaki, Kagura Karatachi, and the Three Swordsmen (Buntan, Hebiichigo, Kyoho). Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 244

To bolster their defenses, Kagura takes a massive risk by releasing the cursed seals on Buntan, Hebiichigo, and Kyoho. He explains that if he were to die in the upcoming fight, the seals would have automatically killed them, so he chooses to give them their freedom in hopes they will fight alongside him.

In of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations , titled "Rift" (亀裂, Kiretsu) , the focus shifts to internal tensions and strategic preparations as the team braces for an imminent attack by the Funato Clan. Plot Summary While Boruto and his allies prepare to defend

Kagura reveals his history with Buntan and how he helped her after she was betrayed and cast aside by Shizuma during a prison breakout.

A child accidentally takes Kawaki’s forehead protector and runs toward the enemy scouts. Boruto, Kawaki, and Mitsuki must quickly intercept them to prevent the Funato from discovering the shinobi presence in the village. people," contrasting how Shizuma used the swordsmen as

Watch a detailed review of the character shifts and the tactical setup for the battle against the Funato clan in this episode: