: Like most of the Sea Country arc, it is criticized for slower pacing and animation quality that doesn't quite match the primary canon arcs like the "Sasuke Retrieval" arc. Alternative Possibilities
: As with many episodes in the latter half of the original Naruto series, this is a "filler" episode (not part of the original manga storyline). Critical Reception : Watch Se4Ep172
If you are looking for a different "Episode 172," here are other notable shows reaching that milestone in their 4th season: : Like most of the Sea Country arc,