The Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 178 shows that a memorial service is going on in honor of the countless victims of the Fourth Great Ninja War. Shikamaru and Ino reminisce about their fathers, who died doing their jobs until the end, hoping for a better future.
Meanwhile, Ao, a Fifth Mizukage Mei’s aide, goes to the Village Hidden in Leaves to thank Katasuke for saving him with Scientific Ninja Tools after the battle but only discovers Mugino. So, Ao departs after giving some wisdom to Mugino and sharing recollections of their dads’ deaths with Shikamaru and Ino.
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Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 178
In Episode 178 or “Our Father’s Example,” Ao arrives at the cemetery to pay his respects to his dead colleagues. However, he runs with Shikamaru, who has debated a particular issue for years. Inoichi and Shikaku entrusted their children with carrying out Shikaku’s plan to defeat the Ten-Tails seconds before they died. On the other hand, Shikamaru now wonders if their fathers felt they’d be able to carry out the plan or were attempting to raise their spirits. Fortunately, Ao can assuage Shikamaru’s fears by informing him that the men had complete faith in their children’s talents.
Final thoughts
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 178 is a sad but uplifting episode dedicated to honoring the departed. The episode stresses the “next generations” aspect of the moniker. Shikamaru’s adoration for his father has a direct link to his desire to do well. Even if it is not better, his son demonstrates that each generation may learn from the one before it in the right circumstances. At the same time, Ao’s mysterious reappearance guarantees that the viewer’s attention is always drawn to Kara’s looming threat.
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