159 : Pain Vs. Kakashi May 2026

Reviewers frequently praise the fight for its tactical depth. Kakashi is forced to use every ounce of his intelligence and diverse jutsu arsenal (including Earth Style: Mud Wall and Lightning Cutter) to counter Pain's seemingly invincible abilities like Shinra Tensei .

Reaction reviews highlight a sense of dread and heartbreak among fans, many of whom were shocked by the "death" of a fan-favorite character. 159 : Pain vs. Kakashi

As part of the climactic Pain's Assault arc, the animation is noted for being sharper and more detailed than earlier episodes, effectively conveying the scale of destruction in the village. Viewer Reception Reviewers frequently praise the fight for its tactical depth