Naruto Shippuden Episode 240 ●

: This episode is one of the final stops before the series pivots back to the heavy action of the Great Ninja War.

: Kiba seeks out Kakashi Hatake for guidance. Finding the Jōnin sensei busy, Kakashi instead summons his pack of ninken (ninja dogs) to aid in the training. Naruto Shippuden Episode 240

: The episode features flashbacks of Shikamaru and Chōji with pierced ears while still in the Academy. This contradicts established clan lore where their ears are not supposed to be pierced until they reach the rank of Genin. : This episode is one of the final

: Kiba and Akamaru initially struggle against the experienced hounds, leading Kiba to a moment of defeat and self-doubt. Naruto Shippuden Episode 240