Boruto: Naruto — Next Generations (dub) Episode 180

: Many reviewers note that the episode heavily foreshadows Mugino’s fate through his lack of possessions, his request for Boruto to watch his turtle, and his refusal to believe a fortune teller’s prophecy.

, titled " The Assassin, Mugino ," is a significant character-building episode that shifts the focus to Mugino's tragic past before the series transitions into the high-stakes Vessel Arc. Plot Summary Boruto: Naruto Next Generations (Dub) Episode 180

: The episode highlights the difference between Boruto’s era of peace and the era of war that shaped Mugino. : Many reviewers note that the episode heavily

: The episode begins with a lighter tone as Himawari makes a vase for Hinata’s upcoming birthday. Boruto, having forgotten to get a gift, plans to buy one after receiving his mission pay. : The episode begins with a lighter tone

: Mugino shares his origin as a war orphan kidnapped and trained as an assassin. He recounts a mission where he was sent to kill the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi . Instead of retaliating, Hiruzen showed him kindness, eventually granting him Leaf Village citizenship.