He could create Ōnoki was quite analytical in combat, normally feeling a potential opponent out first before engaging in direct combat. The progression of Boruto, Mitsuki, and Hidden Stone genin Sekki in this latter part of the arc would prove to Onoki that the new generation of Shinobi is indeed ready to face dark times. Ōnoki states that the current war is different as this time they fighting together. Deducing that the technique which had summoned Madara to this world had been cancelled, Ōnoki declared as the other Kage wondered who had defeated Kabuto that it didn't matter and whomever it was, was a hero that had protected the shinobi world. His eyes had also become heavy-lidded and he had grown a longer moustache and beard.Ōnoki also showed great prowess with Earth Release. As Naruto's clone pleads with Tsunade to heal him as well, Ōnoki tells Naruto that the war is not just about protecting him any more but was also to protect everyone. He told Boruto the tale of how he began this controversial plan and how it was all for the goal of keeping his grandson's dream alive to protect the peace. The final episodes of this Mitsuki Arc have been littered with dramatic deaths, and we expect this final chapter will be no different.Of course, it's not a must that Onoki die: the main themes of the Mitsuki arc still work just fine if the old master must destroy his "son" Ku, and learn a hard lesson in the process. Onoki tells Boruto the dark story of Kozuchi in order to get Boruto to understand his motivations, and see him as something other than a villain. Madara says that he wants test more of his techniques, but doesn't think Ōnoki will be able to fight. Still as a Naruto fanboy I underestimate any thr... The Tsuchikage (土影, Literally meaning: Earth Shadow) is the Kage of Iwagakure, a title bestowed on the village's leader. Onoki tried to instill the values of Hidden Stone Shinobi in Kozuchi by teaching him the philosophy of "The Heart of Stone" - i.e., a Hidden Stone Shinobi's unbreakable will and sense of bravery. His solution was to create artificial soldiers, who could fight and die so that no young men of Hidden Stone had to. Ōnoki remarks that he lost his way because of Madara and now is the time to pick himself up. Now, it is up to the Hidden Stone to carry on the leader's legacy, and Boruto will surely join them in uplifting the beloved ninja. As Kū caught up to finish the battle, the combined effort of Team 7 managed to seriously damage Kū. Boruto and Sarada comforted the dying man as he passed on his final words, relaying what wisdom he could to the duo. He attacked Sasuke with the With war declared, Ōnoki, Gaara, Mifune, Mei, and the Raikage agreed to form a When he and his bodyguards return to Iwagakure, they are informed that the To make preparations for the approaching conflict with Akatsuki, Ōnoki goes to When they learn that the jinchūriki's location on the Deidara and Kabuto retreat to the island but are pursued by Ōnoki.

As the elderly man regretfully ended their truth, Soon afterwards, they were approached by Inojin. The top of his head was completely bald, although, he had long white hair on the lower-half of his head which is styled in a traditional Some time after retiring as Tsuchikage, Ōnoki's hairline receded even further, with his advanced age showing in the form of liver spots and more wrinkles. He prepares to attack them both with one of his dust techniques when he is stopped by Akatsuchi, who reminds him that any attack he makes is likely to destroy the island.

Ōnoki was delighted to see his new friends again and even offered them some hospitality. Ōnoki agrees to let the young shinobi help him just this once and declares he will defeat Madara for himself and the future. Kabuto speaking through Mū questions if the better way is the fourth war. Ōnoki speaks about how the fighting between shinobi had created the past three world wars. As the battle escalated a massive column was knocked over towards Ōnoki.

They soon arrived on the battlefield as Hashirama declared his wishes for the future of the world. Once he got close enough, he subdued Boruto, revealed to be under Still caring about the well-being of his creator, Kū returned him to his chambers to rest, but also placed multiple Akuta on guard to make sure Ōnoki would not interfere.