Naruto Shippuden Episode 457 -

Pain assigns Itachi, Kisame, and Sasori to recruit the rogue bomber Deidara . Itachi easily defeats Deidara using a single Genjutsu, forcing him to join the organization.

A short but iconic fight that establishes Itachi's overwhelming visual prowess. Naruto Shippuden Episode 457

The beginning of the iconic "Seven Swordsmen and Uchiha" partnership. Pain assigns Itachi, Kisame, and Sasori to recruit

The episode highlights Orochimaru's obsession with the Sharingan. He attempts to attack Itachi to steal his body, but Itachi paralyzes him instantly with Genjutsu, leading to Orochimaru fleeing the Akatsuki. 🔑 Key Moments Pain assigns Itachi