When Does Itachi Die Official

Itachi Uchiha dies twice in the Naruto series: first during his fated battle with Sasuke, and later when his reanimated soul is released.

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Itachi dies during the "Fated Battle Between Brothers" arc, in Episode 138 of Naruto Shippuden (titled "The End"). The corresponding manga chapters are 393–394 . when does itachi die

Itachi’s death serves as the ultimate narrative "checkmate." If Sasuke had simply lost, the story would have stalled. If Sasuke had killed Itachi in a rage and felt satisfaction, the character would have become a static villain. Instead, Kishimoto crafted a "hollow victory." Sasuke wins, but he is left empty. The object of his hatred is gone, leaving a void that Madara quickly fills with the truth about Itachi’s life. This pivot turns the climax of the battle into the inciting incident for the next arc (the Five Kage Summit/Attack on Konoha). Itachi Uchiha dies twice in the Naruto series: