Naruto Shippuden Episode 167 -
Following Hinata's apparent death in the previous episode, Confession , Naruto loses control, manifesting the Six-Tails.
The episode featured several legendary animators. Shingo Yamashita handled the first 100 cuts alone (roughly the first seven minutes), while the final two-thirds were animated by Norio Matsumoto , known for his "bombastic action sequences". Naruto Shippuden Episode 167
Specific frames, like Pain's distorted face while being hit, became legendary memes within the anime community. Following Hinata's apparent death in the previous episode,
To contain the Nine-Tails' power, Pain uses his strongest technique, Chibaku Tensei (Planetary Devastation), creating a massive sphere of rock in the sky to trap Naruto. Specific frames, like Pain's distorted face while being
As Naruto's rage reaches its limit, the seal nearly breaks, leading to a fateful meeting with the spirit of the Fourth Hokage within Naruto's subconscious. Production and Animation Style
The team utilized "smear frames" and exaggerated physics to convey the raw, god-like power of the combatants.
While some fans criticized the "Looney Tunes" or "goofy" look of certain frames—such as Pain's face being distorted by wind pressure—many animation enthusiasts now view it as a masterpiece of fluid movement and experimental character acting. Cultural Impact
