Boruto Two Blue Vortex Guide: Naruto & Sasuke Return Date

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex is the next chapter in the Boruto saga, pushing the ninja world deeper toward the kind of collapse that only escalates from here. For many fans, the biggest reason to keep reading is simple: Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha feel like they’re finally ready to step back onto the battlefield. But their situation isn’t a clean “return to form.” At the end of Boruto Part 1, both characters were hit with major setbacks—Naruto was sealed by Kawaki, while Sasuke was revealed to have been transformed into a tree during the timeskip after Code’s actions.

New Arc Dates and the Setup for Naruto and Sasuke’s Return

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex began its new run officially on May 20, 2026, and then continued with another chapter drop on June 18, 2026 in V-Jump Issue #8. Before that, the series wrapped up the Mamushi Arc on April 20, 2026 in V-Jump Issue #6. The following month, on May 20, 2026 in V-Jump #7, the next arc officially kicked off, and on June 18, 2026 it kept moving forward with a new chapter.

In Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 35, the story confirms that this arc will put heavy focus on Hidari and the bond he’s developing with Jura. With that in mind, Shinju Hidari is positioned as the main villain for the new stretch of the series. Hidari being the centerpiece also means Sasuke Uchiha’s return is being lined up—fans have been waiting for the legendary Uchiha to reappear after more than three years away from the Boruto storyline, and the text suggests it’s now within months.

“Mamushi has died. Driven by his instinct, he gave in to his desires and ended up burning out. Warped as it was, this, too, was a form of love.” — Jura confirms Mamushi’s death in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter #35

Once Hidari is brought down, his Thorn Soul Bulb—described as carrying the essence of the user—will be taken by Boruto and Sarada. The implication is that it could be used almost immediately to free Sasuke Uchiha. And with Sasuke coming back, the story’s path to Naruto Uzumaki’s return also opens up, which is the kind of long-anticipated payoff many readers have been waiting years for.

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex concluded the Mamushi Arc on April 20, 2026 (V-Jump Issue #6).
The next arc started on May 20, 2026 (V-Jump #7).
Another chapter continued the arc on June 18, 2026 (V-Jump Issue #8).
Chapter 35 establishes Hidari’s relationship with Jura as a key focus and sets Shinju Hidari as the main villain.
Hidari’s Thorn Soul Bulb is set to be collected by Boruto and Sarada, potentially enabling Sasuke’s release right away.
With Sasuke’s return pathway opening, Naruto’s comeback is also positioned as the next major beat.

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex also allows the 5 Kage to level up their skills after their underwhelming performance in the 4th Great Ninja War.

Post-Return Power Problems: Naruto and Sasuke Need Upgrades

Even though Boruto: Two Blue Vortex is clearly paving the road back for both Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha, the series immediately complicates that reunion by making it clear they’re weaker than they were before. Both characters lost their Six Paths Powers during the fight against Isshiki Otsutsuki in Boruto Chapter 54 and 55, which restricts what they can do in combat. While their base strength appears to have improved a lot, the story frames their biggest challenge as finding new sources of power—something they’ll need if they want to stay relevant in a world where threats keep leveling up.

Shikamaru: Naruto, you can’t maintain this transformation for long, can you?

Naruto: Don’t worry! My Sage Mode is much better than before. Call it a gift of wisdom.

— Naruto Uzumaki reveals his new power boost to Sage Mode in Boruto Chapter #64

For Sasuke Uchiha, the situation is even more constrained: he’s limited to his Mangekyo Sharingan, and the narrative suggests he’ll need something beyond that to reach the next tier. Naruto, meanwhile, has access to Sage Mode, but he still requires a larger upgrade if he’s going to grow even further in strength. This is presented as one of the central challenges the series is laying out for these critical characters, and it’s also why the upcoming return matters—readers are meant to watch them adapt and push their power upward instead of simply regaining what was lost.

Interestingly, the manga also makes the point that Sasuke is significantly stronger after the timeskip despite losing Six Paths Powers. The reason given is his training with Boruto Uzumaki. If Sasuke’s post-timeskip power is already upgraded through that training, the story suggests Naruto can also be trusted to return with an improved overall power level.

“During their training together to get stronger, Boruto and Sasuke’s main food sources were fish and wild birds, which they hunted using Raiton and Shuriken, along with wild plants and mushrooms.” — Mikio Ikemoto confirms Sasuke’s power up in Boruto Volume #8

There’s also room for what fans would love to see next, especially in terms of new tools and combat options. For Naruto, the text implies that a fresh connection to the Tailed Beasts would be a major spectacle. Alternatively, any new power gained from an encounter involving Jura would be equally interesting to watch. For Sasuke, taking Mangekyo Sharingan abilities to a higher level—or revisiting Orochimaru for additional strength—would be an exciting direction if the story chooses to go there.

Naruto fans are also teased for a large reveal planned for Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #32.

Why This Arc Wants Them “Strongest Again” and What Happens Next

Hokage Responsibilities and the Return Clock

No matter which creative route the creators choose—Masashi Kishimoto and Mikio Ikemoto are both on the project—Naruto and Sasuke are expected to come back stronger than ever in Two Blue Vortex. The story framing is that the enemies in the Boruto world keep getting more dangerous, and Konoha needs its best fighters pushing from the front line. In that context, Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha aren’t just returning for fan service; they’re positioned as key players toward the end of the series, with the hope that new abilities will be waiting when circumstances demand them.

“I am the Hokage of the Village. It is my responsibility to protect every single one of my people.” — Naruto Uzumaki explains his role to Kawaki in Boruto Chapter #65

Timeline Through the Hidari Arc Into the Final Stretch

For now, the immediate focus is on Sasuke Uchiha’s return, which is scheduled to happen first at the end of the Hidari arc in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex. After that arc finishes, the story is expected to shift back toward the Seventh Hokage, Naruto Uzumaki—with the implication that his comeback shouldn’t be far behind.

From there, Boruto is set to enter its final segment. That final stretch is centered on the long-teased confrontation between Boruto Uzumaki and Kawaki, a fight that was originally teased in the epilogue dated May 16, 2016. The series is essentially building toward the moment when that showdown finally arrives.

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