Episode
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations: Shikadai's Doubts
Overview
The Byakuya Gang's activities become more brazen in the Hidden Leaf. While some people view them as heroic, noble thieves, Boruto can't get himself to approve of their actions. The genin are told to work together to capture the gang, and security in the village is increased. During this time, Shikadai meets a youth named Ryugi. Despite their age difference, a bond grows between them.
Details
- Series
- Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
- Season
- Season 1
- Episode
- Episode 44
- Air date
- 2018-02-07
- Runtime
- 24 min
Episode context
Shikadai's Doubts is Episode 44 in Season 1 of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations. It aired on 2018-02-07. The runtime is 24 min.
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Episode 43: The Byakuya Gang Surfaces!
An incident occurs in Hidden Leaf Village and the Byakuya Gang is suspected. The gang steals from the rich to give to the poor, and they've been active recently in several villages. Boruto disapproves of them, because he believes stealing is stealing no matter how noble the reason.
Episode 45: Memories from the Day of Snow
Shikadai and Ryogi became friends playing shogi, but lately Ryogi hasn't been coming to their usual meeting place. Shikadai's became worried about his friend's behavior the last time they met, but he's kept his concerns to himself. Ryogi is also worried about Shikadai, but is tormented by memories he can't forget.
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Episode 47: The Figure I Want to Be
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Episode 48: The Genin Documentary
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Episode 49: Wasabi and Namida
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Episode 38: Formation of the Three-Man Squad?
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