Kagura reveals his history with Buntan and how he helped her after she was betrayed and cast aside by Shizuma during a prison breakout.
In of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations , titled "Rift" (亀裂, Kiretsu) , the focus shifts to internal tensions and strategic preparations as the team braces for an imminent attack by the Funato Clan. Plot Summary Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 244
While Boruto and his allies prepare to defend a village, they discover that an elite enemy scout unit is approaching ahead of the main force. The village is not yet ready for battle, necessitating a hurried evacuation of the civilians. Key narrative developments include: Kagura reveals his history with Buntan and how
Boruto Uzumaki, Sarada Uchiha, Mitsuki, Kawaki, Kagura Karatachi, and the Three Swordsmen (Buntan, Hebiichigo, Kyoho). The village is not yet ready for battle,
Despite Kagura's act of good faith, Hebiichigo remains pessimistic. She incapacitates Metal Lee and attempts to flee, believing the group cannot win against the 100-man Funato squad. Episode Details Release Date: April 10, 2022.
The episode explores the theme of "tools vs. people," contrasting how Shizuma used the swordsmen as pawns versus how Kagura treats them with respect and trust.