Shikamaru will likely be saved by Tsunade

[mikeeozua]

Since she's on her way now I could see it happening... Even though I would really hate it if he was just used as some plot device :|

 

[Bimbonium]

It might not be tsunade, but he sure is not dying.

 

[Itachi Edo]

I love him, but I wouldn't be opposed to him dying. Neji was a cop out, because he wasn't developed. However, this could really work though. We've seen him grow and he's gotten pretty important panel time. Here's hoping Kishi's balls stay intact.

 

[grizzlyshree]

if shikamaru is protected by tsuande then tsunade dies. i odnt see anybody other than naruto,sasuke nad 4 hokages saving SA.