Naruto Shippuden — Episode 273

He hesitates at the final moment of a strike, unable to bring himself to hurt his sensei even though Asuma is begging to be stopped.

Tasked by his father, Shikaku Nara , to lead the formation against Asuma while others handle Kakuzu.

Recalls Asuma's final words about guiding Shikamaru and Chōji . Naruto Shippuden Episode 273

The episode emphasizes that his kindness, which others sometimes view as a weakness, must be transformed into the strength needed to protect his friends. Shikamaru Nara (The Tactical Weight):

While Team 10 focuses on Asuma , other significant actions occur simultaneously: He hesitates at the final moment of a

The Narutopedia entry notes that Kakuzu is confronted by Izumo Kamizuki , Kotetsu Hagane , and Darui .

Like Shikamaru , she realizes that because they knew Asuma best, they are the only ones who can effectively defeat and seal him. Tactical Overview: Secondary Battlefield Events The episode emphasizes that his kindness, which others

Tenten finds the Bashōsen (Banana Leaf Fan), one of the Treasured Tools of the Sage of Six Paths, and uses it to destroy one of Kakuzu's lightning masks. Production Trivia Original Air Date: August 9, 2012.