Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 26 could see Team Koji gaining a new ally

Inojin as seen in anime
Inojin as seen in the anime (Image Source: Studio Pierrot)

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 26 spoilers are here, and this installment brings heavy political drama, intense character confrontations, and the possibility of a surprising new addition to Team Koji. With so many moving parts, from Eida testing Sarada and Sumire’s immunity to Shikamaru’s leadership being threatened to Mamushi setting his eyes on Konoha, chapter 26 pushes the story into new, risky territory.

But perhaps the most intriguing development is the setup for Inojin Yamanaka potentially joining Boruto’s camp, shifting the balance of alliances in unexpected ways. Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 26 opens with a quiet, almost wholesome moment. Inojin delivers honey to Himawari, a gesture that at first seems lighthearted but quickly takes on deeper meaning.

His feelings for her are subtly confirmed, and before he can process this, one of Kashin Koji’s toads approaches him. The creature presses him about his emotions and bluntly asks whether he likes Himawari.

Himawari gets impressed by Inojin's jutsu (Image Source: Studio Pierrot)
Himawari gets impressed by Inojin's jutsu (Image Source: Studio Pierrot)

Flustered and unable to deny it, Inojin finds himself recruited into something far bigger than a teenage crush. The toad transports him directly to Koji’s hideout, where Boruto is already present. What makes this moment significant is the way Inojin reacts; he doesn’t hesitate to follow the toad despite the obvious risks.

It’s reckless, but it shows how powerful emotions, especially love, can drive irrational choices. For Boruto, Inojin’s inclusion is also symbolic. Until now, Boruto has fought largely alone, with Sarada and Sumire’s support being limited by their ties to Konoha.

With Inojin stepping into Koji’s camp, Boruto finally has an ally from his own generation who is actively choosing to stand by him. This could mark the beginning of a new “rookie nine”-style dynamic for the Boruto era, one that blurs the lines between village loyalty and personal conviction.


The Sai parallel is being portrayed in the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 26

Inojin, as seen in the anime (Image Source: Studio Pierrot)
Inojin, as seen in the anime (Image Source: Studio Pierrot)

Longtime fans of Naruto will immediately recognize the parallels to Sai’s infiltration of Orochimaru’s hideout. Back then, Sai was caught between his loyalty to Konoha and his orders to monitor Sasuke. Now, his son is placed in a similar position, standing before Boruto and Kashin Koji, uncertain of where he belongs.

That is why in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 26, this callback feels intentional, especially because Boruto is depicted “aura farming” on his throne-like seat, echoing Sasuke’s brooding presence in Orochimaru’s lair. The narrative symmetry makes Inojin’s role fascinating.

Will he follow in his father’s footsteps, learning to balance loyalty and individuality? Or will his personal feelings for Himawari push him to fully side with Boruto? Either way, this recruitment signals that Team Koji is growing in numbers and that Boruto’s resistance isn’t as isolated as it once seemed.


Final thoughts

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 26 is one of the densest entries in the series so far. And in the middle of it all, Inojin Yamanaka takes a reckless leap of faith, stepping into Boruto’s world.

His decision may seem driven by teenage love, but narratively, it’s a pivotal moment. If Team Koji is to stand a chance against the Shinju and Konoha’s political collapse, they’ll need more allies, and Inojin could be the first of many.

One thing is certain: with Boruto: Two Blue Vortex chapter 26 having firmly shifted gears. The stakes are no longer just about Boruto surviving; they’re about who will stand with him when the village, the feudal system, and even love itself are on the line.


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Edited by Nisarga Kakade