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Episode 124 · Naruto Shippuden
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Filler or Canon?
Yes — Naruto Shippuden Episode 124 is canon. It adapts the original manga and is essential to the main story. Do not skip it. Sasuke versus Deidara — a spectacular canon duel on the road to Itachi, the artist's grudge testing the hunter before the main event.
Series
Naruto Shippuden
Episode
124 / 500
Status
Manga Canon
Arc
Itachi Pursuit
ITACHI PURSUIT · EP 113–126 · 14 EPISODESYOU ARE HERE · 12 OF 14
Episode Summary
Art frames a confrontation with Deidara, the explosive-clay artist seeking his own reckoning with Sasuke for the Uchiha's role in the Akatsuki's affairs. The episode delivers a clash of philosophies — Deidara's fleeting explosive 'art' against Sasuke's Sharingan and lightning — a spectacular duel woven into the larger hunt for Itachi. Deidara's obsession and Sasuke's cold focus collide. It's a canon set piece in the pursuit arc, the bomber's grudge giving Sasuke an obstacle on the road to his brother.
Frequently Asked
What arc is it in?
It's part of the Itachi Pursuit arc.
Can I skip it?
No, this is essential canon — do not skip it.
Itachi Pursuit · Ep 113–126 · 14 episodes
113The Pupil of the SerpentMixed Canon/Filler114Eye of the HawkManga Canon115Zabuza's BladeMixed Canon/Filler116Guardian of the Iron WallManga Canon117Jugo of the Northern HideoutManga Canon118Formation!Manga Canon119Kakashi Chronicles ~ Boys' Life on the Battlefield ~ Part 1Manga Canon120Kakashi Chronicles ~ Boys' Life on the Battlefield ~ Part 2AManga Canon121AssembleManga Canon122The HuntManga Canon123Clash!SManga Canon
124ArtManga Canon
125DisappearanceManga Canon126TwilightManga Canon720 episodes — canon, mixed, filler and best animation moments.
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