| This article is about the episode. For the technique, see Infinite Tsukuyomi. |
"The Infinite Tsukuyomi" (無限月読, Mugen Tsukuyomi) is episode 426 of the Naruto: Shippūden anime.
Summary
By reflecting his Rinne Sharingan on the moon, Madara activates the Infinite Tsukuyomi. The bright light interrupts the ongoing fight between Tobi and the Allied Shinobi Forces and traps every living being on the planet into the irresistible genjutsu. The only exception are Team 7, protected by Sasuke's Susanoo, and the reincarnated Hokage.
The trapped shinobi on the battlefield get caught into the roots of the Shinju one by one, despite interventions of Hiruzen Sarutobi. Tobi, deeming his host not needed anymore, releases a traumatised Yamato, who is approached by Hiruzen before being trapped in the genjutsu as well. He envisions himself becoming the new leader of Team 7 and considers it the place he belongs to, unaware of it being merely a dream. Meanwhile, Minato Namikaze awakes in Konohagakure, witnessing to his horror that all citizens were caught by the roots as well.
Trivia
- A plot hole is Hiruzen Sarutobi referring to Yamato by name, even though Yamato did not receive that code name until he was assigned as the captain of Team Kakashi and was known as "Tenzo" while Hiruzen was still alive.
