Naruto Shippuden Episode: 138

Itachi dies due to a combination of his terminal illness and the strain of the battle. Sasuke, overwhelmed by physical and emotional exhaustion, collapses beside his brother's corpse. Key Abilities Featured

Sasuke’s lightning-style technique that utilizes natural lightning, which he uses earlier in the fight to try and finish Itachi. Series Context Naruto Shippuden Episode 138

Itachi approaches a cornered Sasuke, seemingly to take his eyes. Instead, he whispers his last words and performs his signature forehead poke before collapsing. Itachi dies due to a combination of his

As the battle draws to a close, Itachi, nearly blind and exhausted, activates his as a final defense. He uses the Totsuka Blade to seal Orochimaru away after the latter attempts to manifest from Sasuke's cursed seal. In the episode's most iconic "piece" or scene: He uses the Totsuka Blade to seal Orochimaru