A reent chapter in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex has sparked hope for the struggling sequel, but it also laid bare its fundamental problem: a neglect of the characters and cast that made Naruto so beloved.

The $30 million toe in the water

The chapter, #34, was a surprisingly good conclusion to one of the manga's most disappointing story arcs, according to fans and critics alike.

While the action and character writing have shown some improvement , the issues with art, pacing, and overall writing remain, making it increasingly hard to get invested in Two Blue Vortex, even as it nears half the length of the original series.

Why 4,000 unsold units became the prize

The chapter's success is a stark contrast to the manga's overall performance, which has been marred by a lack of focus on the Naruto cast and characters.

This neglect has been a detriment to the sequel ,with some critics arguing that it's a key reason why Boruto has struggled to gain traction with fans.

An echo of Sydney's 2024 institutional buy-up

The issue is not new, with fans and critics pointing out the problem as far back as 2024, when the manga's institutional buy-up was compared to Sydney's own struggles with a similar issue.

Despite this, the problem persists, with the recent chapter highlighting the need for a renewed focus on the Naruto cast and characters.

What auditors flagged in the May filing

The chapter's success is a welcome respite from the manga's overall struggles, but it also raises questions about the future of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex.

Will the manga be able to overccome its issues and regain the trust of fans, or will it continue to struggle with a lack of focus on the Naruto cast and characters?

Who is the unnamed buyer?

The answer to this question remains unclear, but one thing is certain:the success of the recent chapter highlights the need for a renewed focus on the Naruto cast and characters.