Naruto Shippuden Episode 172 -

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

, 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 Naruto Shippuden Episode 172

: A brief vision by Kakashi (using his Sharingan) earlier in the arc highlights Naruto carrying on the legacy of Minato Namikaze, emphasizing the generational passing of the "Will of Fire". Production & Watch Info Meeting (episode 172) | Narutopedia | Fandom : The three children survived by stealing food,

: Naruto and Nagato are framed as the "Two Saviors" and "Children of Prophecy," both students of Jiraiya who took drastically different paths toward peace. Production & Watch Info Meeting (episode 172) |