Guy and Aoba encounter the marlin and meet Yusuke , a fisherman who wants to avenge his father, who was killed by the beast.
Yamato uses his Wood Release to build a specialized boat and fishing rod. Guy utilizes his Eight Gates to provide the rowing power necessary to match the marlin's speed. Naruto Shippuden Episode 223
The episode follows Naruto and his escort team—Yamato, Guy, and Aoba—as they prepare to depart from a port in the Land of Fire for the Land of Lightning. Guy and Aoba encounter the marlin and meet
The group is delayed because a giant marlin monster has been attacking ships and terrorizing the port for 15 years. The episode follows Naruto and his escort team—Yamato,
After a fierce struggle, Yusuke defeats the marlin. Naruto discovers a Fuma Shuriken embedded in the creature's head—the source of its pain and aggression. Once Naruto removes it, the marlin (revealed to be a summon left over from the Third Shinobi World War) dispels and returns home. Is it worth watching?
Naruto Uzumaki, Yamato, Might Guy, Aoba Yamashiro, and a local fisherman named Yusuke. Plot Summary
This episode and the surrounding arc (223–242) are often skipped by fans who want to stick strictly to the main story. However, it offers lighthearted "whimsical adventures" and focuses on underused characters like Guy, Yamato, and the rest of the Konoha 11. 'Naruto Shippuden' Filler List: Every Episode You Can Skip