Episode 484 of "Naruto Shippuden" is expected to be released anytime today, barring any last-minute changes, as suggested by several news outlets. But regardless of it being released today or not, fans can't help but wonder what the new story arc will be once it is out, considering previous reports that the Boyhood arc came to a close in the previous episode. In the previous storyline, the focus was on Kakashi and Jiraiya, so how about the latest episode?
According to Movie News Guide, episode 484 will most likely be about Ino and Sai's stories as depicted in the Ninja Wars. It can be recalled that in the episode telling the final battle, there were flashbacks that included the past life of Naruto as well as the backstories of several main characters.
It is rumored that the upcoming episode will be showcasing Ino's story, including his persona as a ninja and how she became part of Team Asuma. This is in connection to Sai's backstory as well. Per reports, it will be shown how Sai's personality as a naturally strong leader was developed while he was under the guidance of Danzo. Unlike Ino, though, Sai is known to be less emotional and will never make decisions based on it. Meanwhile, right after Sasuke's decision to leave Team 7, Sai eventually took the advantage and got in.
On the other hand, GameNGuide revealed that episode 484 will be titled "Kibaku Ningen" which can be roughly translated to "Exploding Human." The publication speculates that the episode will be telling the life story of Sasuke, more particularly on his quest to redeem himself, considering the many sins and shortcomings he has done all his life. There also will be a part where Sasuke's connection to Naruto will be explored.
