In , titled " Hunger ," several key plot features and special battle mechanics are introduced as the conflict between Boruto (possessed by Momoshiki) and Kawaki reaches its climax. Key Story and Gameplay Features
The ability to store shrunk objects in a timeless dimension and retrieve them at will, such as summoning massive black cubes to crush opponents.
Kawaki reawakens his Karma seal through Amado's secret prior intervention. This grants him access to Isshiki Ōtsutsuki's powerful dōjutsu and signature techniques:
The ability to instantaneously shrink objects or himself.
The episode features a high-quality Taijutsu sequence that many fans noted as a direct homage to the iconic final battle between Naruto and Sasuke from Naruto Shippuden , including the use of an opponent's hand to form seals. Critical Plot Turning Point
The episode concludes with a major event often referred to by the community as " Donut Boruto ." To prevent Momoshiki from killing Naruto, Boruto honors a secret pact with Kawaki and allows himself to be fatally pierced through the chest by Kawaki’s transformed arm.