Shippuden Episode 138 - Naruto

As the battle draws to a close, Itachi, nearly blind and exhausted, activates his as a final defense. He uses the Totsuka Blade to seal Orochimaru away after the latter attempts to manifest from Sasuke's cursed seal. In the episode's most iconic "piece" or scene:

Itachi approaches a cornered Sasuke, seemingly to take his eyes. Instead, he whispers his last words and performs his signature forehead poke before collapsing. Naruto Shippuden Episode 138

Itachi dies due to a combination of his terminal illness and the strain of the battle. Sasuke, overwhelmed by physical and emotional exhaustion, collapses beside his brother's corpse. Key Abilities Featured As the battle draws to a close, Itachi,