Connecting Thoughts
Episode 470 · Naruto Shippuden
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Filler or Canon?
Yes — Naruto Shippuden Episode 470 is canon. It adapts the original manga and is essential to the main story. Do not skip it. A canon unity beat — connecting thoughts and bonds as the weapon against Kaguya, ninshu's creed embodied against the goddess.
Series
Naruto Shippuden
Episode
470 / 500
Status
Manga Canon
Arc
Kaguya Otsutsuki Strikes
KAGUYA OTSUTSUKI STRIKES · EP 459–479 · 20 EPISODESYOU ARE HERE · 11 OF 20
Episode Summary
Connecting thoughts brings the alliance's bonds to bear against Kaguya as shared resolve becomes the heroes' weapon. The episode delivers a canon beat of unity — the connection between fighters, the linked thoughts and trust that let Naruto, Sasuke and their allies coordinate against a god. Bonds become strategy. It's a canon war beat of the series' central theme, connecting thoughts the embodiment of ninshu's original creed, the heroes' unity the strength that a goddess of isolation and control cannot comprehend or defeat.
Frequently Asked
What arc is it in?
It's part of the Kaguya Otsutsuki Strikes arc.
Can I skip it?
No, this is essential canon — do not skip it.
Kaguya Otsutsuki Strikes · Ep 459–479 · 20 episodes
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470Connecting ThoughtsManga Canon
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