Naruto Shippuden Episode 493 [ Ultimate — Collection ]

Many fans recommend watching The Last: Naruto the Movie immediately after this episode. The film focuses on the budding romance between Naruto and Hinata and is considered canon epilogue material.

The episode concludes the high-stakes mission to the Land of Silence, where Shikamaru faces , a charismatic leader using genjutsu-laced speech to brainwash shinobi. Naruto Shippuden Episode 493

Shikamaru’s victory over Gengo signifies his readiness to serve as the Seventh Hokage’s right-hand man. He abandons his childhood catchphrase, "What a drag," embracing the responsibility he once tried to dodge. Where It Fits in the Timeline Many fans recommend watching The Last: Naruto the

" Dawn " is a masterclass in character growth. It proves that Naruto Shippuden was always about more than just its titular hero. By giving Shikamaru a dedicated, dark, and noir-inspired arc, the show highlights the maturity of the supporting cast. It sets the stage for the peaceful, yet complex, era that follows in Boruto . Shikamaru’s victory over Gengo signifies his readiness to