Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 290 -

: This episode highlights Kawaki’s tactical brilliance and his unique ability to hide his "presence," which becomes a major plot point later in the series.

Outside the village, Kawaki is eventually cornered by Code. The power dynamic is immediately lopsided:

: The dubbed version of this episode features high-intensity performances as Boruto confronts Code for the first time. Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 290

The episode centers on Kawaki’s internal struggle as he feels the weight of the threat posed by Code. Despite being under constant surveillance by Konoha's Sensory Unit, Kawaki manages to suppress his chakra signature—a feat that shocks even seasoned shinobi—to slip out of the village undetected.

: The resonance between Boruto and Kawaki is emphasized as the only reason Konoha isn't completely blind to Kawaki's movements. : This episode highlights Kawaki’s tactical brilliance and

: Code reveals his plan to avenge Isshiki Otsutsuki by cultivating a Divine Tree to consume the planet's chakra.

: In a moment of desperation, Kawaki offers to surrender himself to Code if Code promises to spare Naruto and the Leaf Village. The episode centers on Kawaki’s internal struggle as

: Kawaki believes that by leaving, he can draw Code away from Konoha and Naruto. He is willing to sacrifice himself or bargain with Code to ensure the Seventh Hokage’s safety. The Confrontation with Code