Episode 77 — Boruto: Naruto Next Generations (dub)

“Boruto forming his first summoning contract is a significant level-up that potentially paves the way for big developments in the future.” Anime News Network · 7 years ago

: Fans appreciated the "classic Naruto" feel of the episode, finding the bond between Boruto and his new, hostile summon to be a compelling new dynamic. Community Perspectives Boruto: Naruto Next Generations (Dub) Episode 77

: Community feedback on Reddit highlighted the strong animation in key scenes, particularly the fight between Team Udon and Yurito, and the emotional conversation between Boruto and Garaga. “Boruto forming his first summoning contract is a

: Reviewers from Anime News Network noted that while the Ryuchi Cave excursion felt somewhat drawn-out, this episode did a "decent job" of tying the side-adventure back into the main search for Mitsuki. : The episode explores Garaga’s deep-seated hatred for

: The episode explores Garaga’s deep-seated hatred for humans, stemming from a past betrayal by a previous shinobi contractor who took his eye. Boruto eventually appeals to Garaga's emotions by proposing a challenge to see how his own encounter with Mitsuki unfolds.

: The genin must outwit Garaga to obtain his "Reverse Scale". The battle is high-stakes because Garaga has the terrifying ability to turn his enemies into stone .