: As the seal is about to break, Minato Namikaze , the Fourth Hokage, appears within Naruto’s psyche.
This is one of the most pivotal episodes in the entire franchise. During the height of the battle with Pain, Naruto is on the verge of losing control and fully releasing the Nine-Tails. Naruto (Dub) Episode 168
In the world of Naruto , "Episode 168" refers to two very different experiences depending on which series you are watching: a legendary, emotional high in Shippuden or a quirky, comedic filler in the original series. Naruto Shippuden Episode 168: " The Fourth Hokage " : As the seal is about to break,
Naruto (Original) Episode 168: " Mix It, Stretch It, Boil It Up! " In the world of Naruto , "Episode 168"
: The meeting is intense; Naruto punches his father, venting years of frustration and loneliness before Minato restores the seal one final time to give Naruto a chance to finish the fight.
If you're watching the original series, this episode is pure comedic filler known as one of the "Cooking-nin" episodes.