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Naruto Chapter 554: The Rasenshuriken's Limit
Naruto attacks with the Rasenshuriken, which the former Raikage evades easily. But Naruto acts on his feet, controlling the Rasenshuriken with the Kyuubi's chakra, until it finally hits the third Raikage. As the other members of the Shinobi army try to seal him, the Raikage manages to escape, revealing that he is unhurt by Naruto's Rasenshuriken. The Raikage attacks, and the shinobi army members were only able to evade his attack's full effect by erecting an earth wall. After breaking through, he manages to take out dozens of soldiers. From Naruto's vantage point where Dodai took him, he noticed a scar on the former Raikage's chest, which he found out was caused by the eight-tailed demon. Naruto decides to use an attack he learned during his training with Killer Bee.
Bleach Chapter 463: Extreme Divider
The members of Xcution receive Ichigo's fullbring powers. Tsukishima asks Ginjo if he won't give any to Shishigawara, and Ginjo answers that his power would be a pain when amplified. He tasks Tsukishima to kill Shishigawara once their battle is over. Ichigo decides to fight the Xcution members, feeling responsible for giving them their enhanced power in the first place. Ichigo attacks them, but they weren't defeated since they only evaded his attack now that they can repel his powers. Ikkaku stabs Yukio, who was not affected after using his game powers. Shishigawara arrives, and with each shinigami separated from the group, Yukio sends all of them to different "chat rooms" to fight. Hitsugaya ends up with Yukio, Ikkaku with Shishigawara, Byakuya with Tsukishima, and Kenpachi with Giriko. Giriko uses his "Time that Tells No Lies" ability to make him stronger, but Kenpachi quickly defeats him, annoyed that he ended up fighting a small fry, when he wanted to switch with Byakuya.
One Piece Chapter 638: Runawayhoshi
Princess Shirahoshi hurries to the ocean, in an effort to divert the ark "Noah", so it doesn't destroy the island's bubble. The citizens of Ragyuu kingdom watch in horror as their princess tries to sacrifice herself. Sanji launches Luffy towards the ship past the bubble. Luffy looks down to see Hody still at the part of the chain under the bubble, and also sees the citizen pulling at one of the chains to slow down "Noah" so Shirahoshi can escape. Hody shouts that their efforts aren't working and shot the citizens with his ability. Shirahoshi swims in the direction of the gateway to Ragyuu palace. Luffy's part of the chain finally reaches the ocean, so he needed to activate the bubble coral, losing his grip on the chain in the process and suddenly vulnerable to Hody. Van der Decken offers Shirahoshi marriage in order to save her life, but she once again dumps him. Prices Manboshi and Ryuuboshi, and Hoeeru arrive to protect her. It is also revealed that King Neptune ordered that "Noah" has to land safely and can't be scratched. They try to lead the ark to a safer place. Luffy arrives on Prince Fukaboshi's back, as Hody chases them. Hody arrives on the ship and stabs Van der Decken with a trident, asking Van der Decken what would happen to the ship if he dies.
Katekyo Hitman Reborn! Chapter 352: The Proposition
Reborn explains the reason why he asked Tsuna and Dino to fight for him. He recounts his dream, and tells them that the mysterious man in the iron hat is able to communicate using dreams and is responsible for turning him into the Arcobaleno. The man in the iron hat asks them if they wanted to remove the curse, and tells them that he intends to remove the curse on one of them. Telling them that he does so because it would make him feel good, he tells them that the he will undo the curse on the strongest Arcobaleno. He further tells them that to avoid a disaster caused by the potential destruction of the pacifiers during a fight, they must each choose a representative to fight for them. Despite Reborn's suspicion, everyone agrees to his condition. The dream ends after the man in the iron hat tells them that he has spared no expense for the battle and will give them gifts. Tsuna and Dino agree to fight for him, but ask Reborn what the Arcobaleno really are. Reborn tells them that the curse caused them to become infants, and that his real form was really, really cool.
Hunter X Hunter Chapter 315: Homecoming
Provuda tells Welfin that he will live in NGL, where he has the best chance of survival. A silent chimera ant stands nearby, and Provuda tells Welfin that she's more like him, who belong to the group that can remember their past human lives. Welfin continues his travel with Director Bizeff and Hina in an RV to Ryuuseigai to search for Gyro. Provuda and the silent chimera ant arrive at a village, where the inhabitants run away from them. Provuda tries to pacify the villagers into trusting them and asks for their help. The silent chimera ant goes to a house, where the inhabitant recognizes her as her daughter, Reina. Reina recounts her story and the villagers welcome her home. Provuda tries to leave, but Reina stops him by thanking him and inviting him to eat. Provuda suddenly realizes that he's also crying like her. Their story ends with the message that Provuda and Reina return home. News finally reached the other parts of the world about the events at East Goruto, with reports that the dictator executed a genocide while killing himself in the process, as well as news about the killings in the villages. The real dictator, Diego, turns off the TV and continues to enjoy his retirement, which he entered 30 years past. News about Netero's retirement and successor was also announced, with the masses not realizing that it was a last will and testament.
Fairy Tail Chapter 249: Magic is Alive
Hades is finally defeated as the sun rises on Tenrou Island. Happy, Charle and Lily arrive, chased by the remaining men of Grimoire Heart. The members of Grimoire Heart run away after seeing the arrival of the rest of the Fairy Tail guild and the defeat of Hades. Laxus is berated by Makarov and hugged by the Raijin tribe in welcome. The Fairy Tail guild members rejoice, and despite Natsu's desire to continue to S-class qualifying exam, they all decide to rest. Gray and Cana worry about Juvia and Gildarts, respectively. Hades asks Makarov to finish him off, but Makarov refuses and instead asks why Hades fell into darkness. Hades tells him that in his travels, he realized that the true magic was in darkness, and became the reason why he resurrected Zeref to obtain the "One Magic". Makarov tells him that it didn't matter if magic came from darkness or light, but that the important part was that it existed in people, which was something he learned from Hades himself. As the Fairy Tail guild members recuperate and catch up, Juvia arrives at camp after failing to get Zeref. As Cana worries about Gildarts, he suddenly appears teasing Laxus for his exile. The Grimoire Heart ship leaves Tenrou Island with Hades and the surviving members of the guild. They are surprised to find Zeref aboard the ship.
The World God Only Knows Chapter 156: I Heard You
Katsuragi and Ayumi are shocked by Chihiro's confession about liking him. Katsuragi pretends he didn't hear what she said. After Chihiro leaves, Katsuragi also tells Ayumi that he didn't hear the confession, and continues with the sick event, blaming Ayumi for torturing him under the blanket. Meanwhile, Haqua is being interrogated by the Public Safety Department, who demands her to show them the original Celestial Robe log activity. Haqua decides to turn the tables by claiming her innocence and demanding why she is receiving such treatment. The interrogator uses a black staff, causing her to fall unconscious, and is declared a criminal, which gives them a reason to interrogate her as they wish. Katsuragi debates whether to focus on just Ayumi or Chihiro for the conquest. He decides to call Chihiro, but Ayumi beats him to the punch, by asking Chihiro about her feelings for him.
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Happy Reading!! Labels: Bleach, Fairy Tail, Hunter X Hunter, Manga, Naruto, One Piece, Reborn, TWGOK
