Naruto: Shippuden Episode 167 , titled (or "Planetary Devastation" in the English dub), is one of the most famous and debated episodes in anime history due to its unique animation style. The Great Animation Debate
: At the episode's climax, Naruto is on the verge of releasing the final seal on the Nine-Tails until he is stopped by a surprise appearance within his subconscious: Minato Namikaze , the Fourth Hokage. Episode Credits Naruto Shippuden episode 167 English dub - Facebook Naruto (Dub) Episode 167
: Over time, many critics and animators have defended the episode as a masterpiece of creative direction, arguing it captures the "unhinged" nature of the Tailed Beast better than standard animation ever could. Key Story Beats Naruto: Shippuden Episode 167 , titled (or "Planetary
: To stop the beast, Pain uses his ultimate jutsu, "Planetary Devastation," creating a massive sphere of rock in the sky to trap Naruto. Key Story Beats : To stop the beast,
: Many fans initially criticized it as "low quality" or "unfinished," famously pointing out Pain's distorted faces during the fight (the "My pain is greater than yours!" memes).
This episode covers the peak of the battle after Naruto transforms into his Six-Tails form.