Ep 19. Au-del

Boruto - Naruto Next Generations season 2 episode 19, titled "Au-del", begins by showing the peaceful village of Konoha, where a group of ninja students, including Boruto and his friends, are practicing their skills. They are interrupted by an unexpected visitor, Kagura Karatachi, who has returned to Konoha after leaving it a few months ago to become stronger on his own.

Kagura informs Boruto and his friends that he has been summoned by the Mizukage, the leader of their home village, the Hidden Mist. The announcement leaves the group confused since they know that Kagura is no longer living in the Mist. Nevertheless, Kagura departs to meet with the Mizukage, but Boruto and his friends follow him anyway.

When they arrive, they find Kagura being questioned by the Mizukage and the village elders about an incident that occurred in the Land of Water, in which their ninja team was attacked by a group of bandits. Kagura reveals that he encountered a young girl during the battle who, unbeknownst to him, is the daughter of one of the bandits.

As the villagers interrogate Kagura further, Boruto and his friends investigate the young girl and her family. They soon discover that the girl's father is in fact a renowned swordsman known for his kindness and bravery. The group also learns that Kagura has been hiding a dark secret about his past, which may be linked to the incident in the Land of Water.

As tensions rise between Konoha and the Hidden Mist, Boruto must confront Kagura about his secret and help him come to terms with his past. In the process, Boruto and his friends realize that they too have much to learn about their complicated world, and the responsibilities that come with being a ninja.

The episode is filled with action, drama, and character development, as the young ninja come to grips with the harsh realities of their world. Fans of the Naruto franchise will enjoy seeing the familiar characters of Boruto and his friends grow and mature in their new roles as young guardians of their home village.

Overall, "Au-del" is a thrilling and thought-provoking episode that showcases the strengths of the Boruto series. It successfully blends action and drama, while presenting complex character arcs that challenge the viewers' perspectives on the ninja world.