Naruto Shippuden Episode — 457

Following the death of his previous partner, Juzo Biwa, Itachi is paired with Kisame Hoshigaki . Their initial meeting is tense but marked by mutual respect for their "ninja-slayer" reputations.

While Itachi carries out missions, his thoughts remain tethered to the Hidden Leaf and his younger brother, Sasuke . Naruto Shippuden Episode 457

A short but iconic fight that establishes Itachi's overwhelming visual prowess. Following the death of his previous partner, Juzo

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. forcing him to join the organization.