Following a cryptic message from Sai, who has disappeared while investigating the , Shikamaru Nara leads a secret mission to find him .
: This episode is based on the Shikamaru Hiden light novel. While sometimes labeled as "filler" by fans, it is considered anime canon as it bridges the gap between the Fourth Great Ninja War and the series finale Naruto Shippuden Episode 490
, titled " Dark Clouds " (暗雲, An'un ), is the second episode of the Shikamaru Hiden: A Cloud Drifting in Silent Darkness story arc . It originally aired on January 19, 2017 . Episode Plot Summary Following a cryptic message from Sai, who has
Naruto Shippuden episodes 490 - 500 am I missing much canon? It originally aired on January 19, 2017
: A young ANBU member who uses chakra needles as her primary weapon .
