: During a battle with Log, Mitsuki discovers that Log is actually an older version of himself—another artificial clone created by Orochimaru.
The episode follows Mitsuki as he awakens in Orochimaru's laboratory with no memories of his past. Boruto: Naruto Next Generations: 1Г—39
: Frustrated, Mitsuki snaps and activates his Sage Transformation for the first time. He rejects both paths, steals the scroll Orochimaru was after, and chooses to forge his own destiny. The Resolution : During a battle with Log, Mitsuki discovers
The write-up for , titled " The Path Lit by the Full Moon " (originally aired December 27, 2017), focuses on the origin story of Mitsuki and the revelation of his true identity. Plot Overview He rejects both paths, steals the scroll Orochimaru
This episode is unique because it adapts a one-shot manga by original series creator , titled " Naruto Gaiden: The Road Illuminated by the Full Moon ". Critics from Anime News Network praised the episode for its philosophical depth and for humanizing Orochimaru as a parent.