: The full English dub of Naruto Shippuden, including this episode, is currently available on platforms like Hulu. The Successor's Wish | Narutopedia | Fandom
: This episode is part of the Six-Tails Unleashed filler arc (episodes 144–151), which provides backstory for Utakata, the Six-Tails Jinchūriki, before his eventual capture by the Akatsuki. Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 146
In , titled "The Successor's Wish," the story centers on the deepening bond between the rogue ninja Utakata and his persistent "student," Hotaru, as they are hunted for a dangerous forbidden jutsu. The Secret of the Forbidden Jutsu : The full English dub of Naruto Shippuden,
In a moment of vulnerability, Hotaru reveals a shocking secret: her grandfather literally into her body, leaving a visible seal or scarring on her back. Utakata is horrified by this treatment, further fueling his resentment toward the master-student dynamic. The Conflict with Hidden Mist Hunter-Nin The Secret of the Forbidden Jutsu In a
The situation escalates when Hidden Mist hunter-nin arrive, led by a character bearing a striking resemblance to Haku. They reveal that who allegedly murdered his own master. Using a specialized mist technique to neutralize Utakata’s bubble ninjutsu, they take Hotaru hostage and force him to surrender. Key Plot Points