Naruto Shippuden Episode 172 Apr 2026

: Now an orphan, Nagato wandered the rain-soaked streets until he met a stray dog he named Chibi, and later, two other orphans named Konan and Yahiko.

Nagato begins his tragic backstory, detailing his childhood in the war-torn Village Hidden in the Rain: Naruto Shippuden Episode 172

: In a blind rage over his parents' deaths, a young Nagato subconsciously activated his Rinnegan for the first time and killed the ninja. : Now an orphan, Nagato wandered the rain-soaked

: The three children survived by stealing food, with Yahiko declaring that they would one day rule the world to end all wars. Significant Themes Significant Themes : The episode highlights how trauma

: The episode highlights how trauma and loss—specifically at the hands of the Hidden Leaf—created the "Pain" that Naruto is now trying to reconcile.

Following his victory over the Six Paths of Pain, Naruto tracks down the real Nagato and Konan to their hideout. Seeking to understand the cycle of hatred that fueled the destruction of the Hidden Leaf, Naruto asks to hear Nagato's story before deciding his next move.

, titled "Meeting" (出逢い, Deai ), serves as a pivotal bridge in the Pain's Assault arc, transitioning from the physical battle to a clash of ideologies between Naruto Uzumaki and Nagato. Key Plot Summary