Summary

Boruto : Two Blue Vortexhas establish readers a hidden but important clew about the upcoming return of a key character fromNaruto , who has been almost whole absent from the sequel : Orochimaru .

Part 2 ofBorutohas continuously head readers to wonder who is still firm to its titular hero . Recent developments have confirm he ’s not alone in his combat since the Omnipotence Arc that pick out place before the meter omission . While it ’s still an uphill fight for the youthful portent , he has gotten training from legion iconic wise man and even protection from Konoha ’s leadership , however tightlipped it is . But one rooter - favorite fibre ’s conspicuous absence seizure may be over soon , helping tip the scale inBoruto : Two Blue Vortex .

cabal are apparently being carve and review as Kawaki ’s illusory hold over his comrades is dodged by others . With Jūra and other God Trees hot on the Nine Tails ' chakra and an unfolding plot to snatch Boruto ’s sister , Himawari , an old buff - best-loved villain - turn - ally , Orochimaru , may presently resurface inBoruto : Two Blue Vortex .

Image of Himawari jumping with Boruto in the back

The significance of the title of Boruto part 2 has finally been confirmed , cement Himawari ’s new prominent role .

Snake-Shaped Decor in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Implies Return of Orochimaru

Chapter #9 Drops Not-so-Subtle Clues In Boruto’s Hideout

Boruto and Koji Kashinbriefly hide out in an undisclosed location on pages # 13 - 14 of Chapter 9 ofBoruto : Two Blue Vortex , and eagle - eyed viewers may mark the snake - like interior decoration , hinting at the return of Orochimaru . The former Sannin was once a pernicious antagonist in theNarutodays , but he has yet to appear inBoruto : Two Blue Vortex . Given Boruto ’s exceptional ability since returning , it ’s easy to assume Sasuke ’s preparation mainly gave Boruto the bound . But with his growth parallel toSasuke ’s quick and telling power - up inNaruto Shippuden , it ’s well-situated to see Orochimaru participate .

This is all hypothesis , especially since there are only a few relevant panels for this theory in the chapter . But Orochimaru ’s absence in the sequel serial may ultimately be over , and there have been plenty of devotee possibility beleaguer this development . After the Omnipotence Arc , Boruto and Sasuke could in all likelihood have hidden under Orochimaru ’s protective cover . As to how the sage elude Omnipotence , that ’s anyone ’s guess . However , like with other characters , his morbid curiosity would likely lead him to the Sojourner Truth about Kawaki and Boruto ’s swap positions .

What Orochimaru’s Return Would Mean inBoruto

Orochimaru Could Help Mitsuki Break Free From Omnipotence

Orochimaru ’s redemptionleft him as a slimly uncomfortable ally of Konoha at the end ofNaruto . He appear briefly in " chapter 0 " of the sequel , even preface creations dubbed his " offspring , " namely Mitsuki . By the prison term of the Homecoming Arc , though , particularly in Chapters # 7 and 8 ofBoruto : Two Blue Vortex , Mitsuki ’s developments soupcon at a bond paper so deeply with Kawaki post - time - skip that he feels it to be beloved . However , Boruto begins chipping off at that allegiance in Chapter 7,forcing Mitsuki to decide who his accurate guiding " Sun " is , and insight from Orochimaru could be exactly what he needs to transgress free from Omnipotence .

It ’s too early to say what Orochimaru ’s accurate share will be or whether he will return inBoruto : Two Blue Vortex . However , with the wall coat in what look to be snake scales and even snake in the grass - regulate sconce mount on them , it ’s sluttish to see why devotee might somewhat be excited about this returning character . Orochimaru ’s been integral to the patch for 10 across both series , so few would kick if this rooter - favoriteNarutocharacter re-emerge soon enough inBoruto : Two Blue Vortex .

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Sung Jinwoo surrounded by blue aura in the Solo Leveling OST cover

old age after fleeing his village with Sasuke , Boruto yield to confront the dark changes that have happen . With memories altered and Kawaki now seen as the sub , Boruto faces a world where he is the outcast . The two rivals must take root their differences as their Otsutsuki baron grow more dangerous .

Solo Leveling collage featuring Jinwoo in various stills from the anime adaptation.

Boruto Fan-Favorite Naruto Character Orochimaru

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Boruto’s New Generation

Years after fleeing his village with Sasuke, Boruto returns to confront the dark changes that have occurred. With memories altered and Kawaki now seen as the hero, Boruto faces a world where he is the outcast. The two rivals must settle their differences as their Otsutsuki powers grow more dangerous.