The heartbreaking Naruto-Boruto office scene. Stay for: Shinki’s silent badassery and the creeping dread of the final shot — a single feather falling from a puppet’s hand. Have you seen the Boruto dub up to Episode 22? What’s your take on the English voice cast compared to the original Japanese? Let me know in the comments below.
There’s a certain magic in revisiting the early arcs of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations — especially in the English dub. While sub watchers have long since moved past the Chunin Exam destruction, there’s something uniquely resonant about hearing these key character moments in your native language. And Episode 22 of the dub, titled "Connectivity," is a masterclass in quiet tension and emotional setup. Boruto- Naruto Next Generations -Dub- Episode 22
But what makes "Connectivity" stand out is its focus on — both physical and emotional. Naruto & Boruto: The Unspoken Gap The episode’s heart lies in the scene between Naruto and Boruto in the Hokage’s office. Boruto, desperate for his father’s attention, wants Naruto to watch him take the finals seriously. Naruto, overwhelmed by paperwork and village threats, brushes him off with a promise he likely can’t keep. The heartbreaking Naruto-Boruto office scene
Next week: The finals begin — and everything changes. What’s your take on the English voice cast
It’s a small touch, but it signals to attentive viewers that the "connectivity" the title promises is actually a double-edged sword. The technological link between villages (via the Scientific Ninja Tool) is meant to unite, but it also creates a false sense of security. One of the episode’s highlights is the introduction (and solidification) of Shinki as a finalist. Voiced by Todd Haberkorn in the dub, Shinki’s lines are delivered with a chilling calmness. Unlike the abrasive Gaara of the original series, Shinki is controlled, precise, and utterly confident.