In the recently released chapter 20 of Boruto Two Blue Vortex, titled Because of Love, which hit the shelves on March 18, 2025, significant developments unfold regarding the fates of Konohamaru and Matsuri. The narrative showcases Konohamaru’s hesitant agreement to Shikamaru’s strategic maneuvers while highlighting Ryu’s formidable combat skills in contrast to his fellow shinobi.
This chapter marks the return of Sarada’s hidden Mangekyo Sharingan, which had remained dormant since the Omnipotence event. Remarkably, Sarada demonstrates her ability to neutralize Ryu’s iron sand, although the specifics of her Mangekyo powers have not been fully unveiled. Mitsuki hints at Sarada’s talent for selectively removing and negating the iron sand, opening avenues for speculation regarding her abilities.
Notably, the distinct star pattern of Sarada’s Mangekyo raises intriguing possibilities about her jutsu, potentially allowing her to channel powers linked to celestial bodies such as the sun or stars. This connection not only enriches her character but also aligns with the broader themes of celestial influence seen throughout the series.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the Boruto series and presents speculative theories based on the writer’s interpretations.
The Celestial Potential of Sarada’s Mangekyo Sharingan
The Mangekyo Sharingan is revered as one of the most critical enhancements in the Naruto saga, intertwining its origins with themes of lineage and connection to the Otsutsuki clan. Historically, Sasuke stood as the preeminent user of the Mangekyo Sharingan, maintaining this status until his entrapment by the tree following the Fourth Great Ninja War. Sarada, however, awakened her own Mangekyo Sharingan shortly before Eida’s Omnipotence, prompting discussions about her latent abilities across several chapters.
In chapter 20 of Blue Vortex, Sarada’s unique ability emerges, revealing her capacity to selectively consolidate matter. Although the mechanics of this ability have not been elucidated, it recalls the effects of the jutsu Chibaku Tensei, originally wielded by Pain, which employs gravitational force to unify various elements and adversaries.
Interestingly, while the designs of the Mangekyo Sharingan do not typically define their abilities, Sarada’s distinctive star-like motif may suggest ties to solar symbolism. With significant characteristics of gravity, the sun, and the moon woven into the narrative fabric of the series, it is plausible that Sarada’s Mangekyo holds powers inspired by stellar phenomena. Chapter 20 tantalizingly parallels the processes that occur following a star’s demise.
Throughout the series, both the Shinju and the Otsutsuki have illustrated their immunity to conventional jutsu, demonstrated by the ineffectiveness of Sasuke’s Amaterasu. In contrast, Kashin Koji transcended this limit by summoning a fire derived without chakra. This leads to speculation that Sarada’s second jutsu could resemble Amaterasu but with a golden flame motif, aligning with both her solar theme and her commitment to supporting Boruto.
Moreover, while traditional Amaterasu flames are chakra-based, Mitsuki’s observations about Sarada’s newfound ability indicate it might function as a gateway to other realms. Her possible iteration of Amaterasu might invoke flames that are drawn directly from the sun’s essence, paralleling Boruto’s own manipulation of planetary rotation in enhancing his Uzuhiko Rasengan.
Looking Ahead
The anticipation builds for the release of chapter 21 of Boruto Two Blue Vortex, scheduled for April 20, 2025. This upcoming chapter is expected to delve deeper into Sarada’s novel power-up, evaluating its strength compared to the formidable Shinju. Additionally, the narrative may pivot back to Boruto, who was last seen engaging with Kashin Koji about Konohamaru’s ongoing mission.