The wait is over, and Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 13 has finally dropped, bringing with it some mind-bending revelations about the multiverse and the future of the ninja world. If you thought the battles were intense, this chapter shifts gears to expand the lore in ways we never expected.
We delve deep into a crucial flashback that explains exactly how Boruto became so powerful during the timeskip and the dark role Kashin Koji plays in his journey. From alternate timelines to the terrifying power of the Otsutsuki God, Shibai, this chapter changes everything. Let's break down the key events of this explosive installment.
The Aftermath and the Retreat
The chapter begins right where the chaos left off. Mamushi, the clone of Bug, emerges from Jura's Claw Marks to check on the situation. Jura confirms that their enemies have powerful allies, specifically noting Boruto's possession of the "Thorn Soul Bulb"—the essence of Hidari.
Despite the opportunity to finish off a weakened Boruto, Jura decides to retreat. He claims that they cannot afford to lose Hidari permanently and that Boruto is lucky to survive another day. As the villains vanish, Boruto succumbs to his injuries and collapses, triggering a massive flashback that takes us back to the early days of his exile.
Flashback: The Meeting with Kashin Koji
In the flashback, a younger, fugitive Boruto is hiding from pursuing shinobi. He is approached by a talking toad—a scientific ninja tool controlled by Kashin Koji. To avoid detection, Koji uses Reverse Summoning to transport Boruto to an old, hidden base of Orochimaru, protected by a Genjutsu that makes the entrance invisible.
Here, Kashin Koji finally reveals himself, removing his mask. Boruto is confused and wary, remembering Koji as the man who killed Ao and attacked Konohamaru. However, Koji reveals he knows everything about Boruto's plight, including the effects of Eida's Omnipotence, which swapped Boruto and Kawaki's lives.
The Power of Ten Directions
Koji explains that his knowledge comes from a Shinjutsu ability called "Ten Directions." This power, derived from the transplanted cells of the Otsutsuki God Shibai, allows him to perceive all possible futures and timelines. He reveals a terrifying truth: in almost every other timeline, the world ends in disaster.
Koji describes scenarios where Naruto is killed by Isshiki, or where Kawaki is murdered by Code, leading to the growth of a Divine Tree that destroys the planet. He explains that the current reality, where Boruto and Kawaki swapped places, is a rare anomaly that has kept the world alive—for now.
Boruto's Resolve and Training
Kashin Koji warns Boruto that even in this timeline, the future is bleak. He foresees Boruto being killed by Jura, the leader of the sentient God Trees. To prevent this, Koji offers to teach Boruto everything he knows, using his future sight to accelerate Boruto's training and make it incredibly efficient.
Despite these grim predictions, Boruto refuses to give in to despair. When Koji suggests that killing Kawaki might be the only way to stop the Ten Tails, Boruto firmly disagrees. He declares his Ninja Way is to save everyone, including his "stupid brother" Kawaki, and reunite his family. He puts on his headband, ready to defy destiny.
Healing Hands and a Cold Arrest
Back in the present, Boruto wakes up to find Sumire healing him. Nearby, Himawari shocks everyone by using her Kurama chakra to heal Sarada's injured hand. Her new powers are impressive, but the reunion is cut short by Kawaki's cold pragmatism.
Kawaki prevents Himawari from rushing to her brother. Konohamaru, following protocol, handcuffs Boruto and confiscates his sword. In a calculated move, Kawaki detects the communication toad on Boruto and destroys it, cutting off Boruto's link to Kashin Koji.
The chapter concludes at the villains' base, where Jura successfully revives Hidari using the Thorn Soul Bulb. Ominously, a new bulb appears, hinting at the birth of yet another Shinju warrior. The stakes have never been higher as the timeline teeters on the edge of destruction.
