Naruto Complete Episode Guide
Please note we have watched as many episodes of Naruto as we have gotten our hands on and this list was borrowed from Wikipedia.com. We do not take any credit for the original creation of this list. We have how ever added our own episode descriptions. Please also note that this is an episode guide, so it will contain spoilers if you have not seen all of the episodes.
001: Sanjo! Uzumaki Naruto
"Calling on! Uzumaki Naruto"
We are first introduced to our hero Naruto. What will happen to this young prankster and his dreams of one day being the greatest ninja (hokage) of them all?
002: Konohamaru da kore!
"I am Konohamaru!"
Naruto quickly finds a new admirer, the 3rd Hokage's grandson, who has aspirations himself of defeating his grandfather and becoming Hokage. What will become of these two?
003: Shukuteki!? Sasuke to Sakura
"Old enemy!? Uchiha Sasuke and Haruno Sakura Friends or Foes?"
 Ninja classes begin and Naruto quickly finds his first love in Sakura and his first rival in Sasuke. He uses his transformation technique to transform into Sasuke and talk to Sakura. What will develop between these three?
004: Shiren! Sabaibaru enshu
"Test! Survival practice"
We meet our team's Sensi (teacher) in this episode. His name is Kakashi and he is often late and a difficult trainer. Will our three lower ninjas be able survive his first test?
005: Shikkaku? Kakashi no Keturon
"Disqualification? Kakashi's conclusion"
We rejoin our team in the middle of Kakashi's survival training. Though Sasuke is very talented he is obviously no match for his new sensei. Does our newly formed team have enough teamwork to impress their Sensei?
006: Juyo ninmu! Nami no Kuni e cho-shuppatsu!
"Important mission! Super-departure to the Land of Waves!"
Our team is now officially performing ninja tasks. Unfortunately for Naruto he believes these tasks are below his skills. The team now must undertake a bodyguard assignment. Will our ninjas be up for this task?
007: Kiri no ansatsusha!
"Assassin of the Mist!"
After surviving their first real attack the group finds out that their mission is much more dangerous than it seems. Kakashi must fight a powerful ninja to defend the group. Will they be able to survive this new threat?
008: Itami ni chikau ketsui
"Decision sworn on pain"
This new attacker is more powerful than he seems. He catches Kakashi in a water trap and then quickly makes for our ninjas. Naruto, after swearing to never run away, finally develops a strategy and attacks with Sasuke in a desperate attempt to free Kakashi. Will this attack work?
009: Sharingan no Kakashi
"Sharingan Kakashi"
Kakashi is now freed thanks to the teamwork of Naruto and Sasuke. He now continues the battle with Zaibuza and proceeds to show him and his students the full power of his Sharingan. Will this power be enough to defeat this powerful ninja from the Hide in the Mists school?
010: Chakura no mori
"Forest of chakra"
After the apparent defeat of Zaibuza it is time for our ninjas to rest and practice their skills. Forever rivals both Sasuke and Naruto practice hard to run up a tree using their energy. Sakura showing her masterful control scales the tree in one try.
011: Eiyu no ita kuni
"The country that had a hero"
Naruto and Sasuke continue their training to learn how to control their Chakra and Sakura explores the town and we learn more about the family that our ninjas are staying with. Can Naruto prove to this young boy that heroes do still exist?
012: Kyojo kessen! Zabuza futatabi!!
"Decisive battle on the bridge! Zabuza once more!!"
Finally Naruto and Sasuke have completed their training. We learn a little bit more about the enemy ninja from Hide in the Mists Zaibuza. We find out that he is still alive and now has a very powerful ally. Will our group be able to fend off this new enemy?
013: Haku no hijutsu Makyo Hyosho
"Haku's secret technique Demonic Mirror Ice Crystals"
A battle rages on and it seems that Sasuke has the upper hand on this new enemy. Haku finally releases his true power and traps Sasuke in a prison of ice. Our great ninja Naruto saves our little boy and finally appears to save Sasuke. Can he break Sasuke free of this icy prison?
014:Igaisei nanba wan Naruto sansen!
"Number one surprising nature Naruto joins the battle"
We review what has happened to our ninjas and then we continue the battle between Naruto & Sasuke vs. Haku. No matter how much they fight they can not seem to catch up to Haku's speed in the prison of ice. How much longer can they survive this battle?
015: Shikai zero no tatakai Sharingan kuzushi
"Battle in zero visibility The Sharingan crumbles"
As the battle continues with Sasuke and Naruto, Kakashi is forced to fight Zaibuza and it seems that Zaibuza has figured out the trick of the Sharingan. Can our team of ninjas survive this new assault?
016: Kaiho sareta fuin
"The released seal"
With the fight looking grim Sasuke finally develops his own Sharigan very similar to Kakashi's. Unfortunately this new talent is not enough to save him. As Naruto watches the apparent death of Sasuke the seal containing the immense power within him begins to break. Can Naruto control this new power, will Sasuke survive?
017: Shiroi Kako - Himeta omoi
"White past - Hidden feelings"
The battle rages on with Sasuke lying dead and Naruto exploding with power the ice prison is shattered. Kakashi sensing the trouble with Naruto quickly summons dogs to trap Zaibuza. As he prepares to finish him off we learn more about the mysterious Haku's past. Does Naruto have the strength to kill Haku, and can Kakashi finally destroy Zaibuza?
018: Shinobi to iu na no dogu
"The tool called Shinobi"
With a last death strike Kakashi plans to eliminate Zaibuza. But with his last ounce of energy Haku sacrfices himself to save Zaibuza. After the death of his student Zaibuza continues to attack Kakashi, but to no avail. Kakashi defeats Zaibuza, but is that the end of our ninjas problems?
019: Zabuza yuki ni chiru...
"Zabuza disperses into the snow..."
Zaibuza is defeated, but with his last bit of strength manages to fight his way through the mercenaries to kill their leader. With a little magic and help from the town the ninjas manage to scare away what is left of the mercenaries. With his last breath Zaibuza is brought back to his student Haku. Sasuke is alive and the ninja team bury Haku and Zaibuza. The teams' mission is fnally complete.
020: Shinsho totsunyu! Chunin Shiken dattebayo
"Breaking intoa new chapter! It's the Chunin exam"
Riding high off of their mighty victory in Country of the Wave our group of young ninjas discovers that they are put back to typical lower ninja tasks. They meet some very dangerous new ninjas who are in town for the Chuunin (Middle) ninja exam. Is our ninja group really ready for the middle ninja exam?
021: Nanore! Arawareta kyoteki tara!!,
"Identify yourselves! The formidable enemies who have appeared"
We meet many new ninjas in this episode and discover that while Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura are very talented young ninjas they are far from being the best. Kakashi explains to them that they are to take the middle ninja exam, but can first can they pass the pre-test?
022: Kiai hyaku-niju pasento Nau de rokku na chosenjo!,
"Fighting spirit 120% A trendy, rocking challenge"
LeeRock challeges Sasuke to a fight. As talented as Sasuke is he can not keep up with the extremely fast and powerful Lee. Even after using his Sharingan he still can not keep up. The fight is iterrupted by Lee's sensei Gai. If this is one of the ninjas they are facing in the middle ninja exam is our team really ready?
023: Kechirase raibaru! ruki nainu zenin shugo,
"Defeat the rivals! The Rookie Nine all gathered"
We are introduced to many our of the new ninjas taking the middle exam. Lower ninjas come from all over the country to take this test. Many of them much more powerful than our group. They are introduced to the administrator of the first test. How many of these talented ninjas will pass the first exam of the middle ninja test?
024: Ikinari shikkaku? Cho-nankan no daiichi shiken
"Suddenly disqualified? The super-difficult first exam"
Our ninjas are all set to take their first test. Only to find out that it is a written test, and a written test that is nearly impossible to complete. Our ninjas must use all of their available skills to search out and determine the correct answers. Will our ninjas be able to pass this test, or will Naruto ruin the chance for his team to continue?
025: Deta-toko shobu! funbari dokoro no ju monme
"I'll gamble as the dice are thrown! The 10th question I must hold out on"
With the time running out in the test, and Naruto failing to answer any questions he decides to stake the entire test on the last question. The instructor has some new rules for this last question, answer correctly and you will be ok, answer incorrectly and you will stay a lower ninja the rest of your days. Will Naruto answer the question, or forefeit for the entire group?
026: Zettai hikken! Shi no Mori chokusen rupo! Konoha no gakkyu shinbun da kore!
"Absolutely worth seeing! Report just before the Forest of Death! It's the Konoha school newspaper!"
Welcome to our review episode. If you missed the first season this one will get you up to speed. Before our ninjas can take the next part of the middle ninja exam they must complete an interview for the school paper.
027: Daini shiken sutato! Mawari wa minna teki darake!
"Second exam start! Everybody's an enemy!"
The next part of our exam begins. The mission survive the Death Forest, capture two scrolls, and make it to the center. With everyone out to get our 7th team, and danger around every corner how long will they be able to survive?
Season Two
028: Ku ka kuwareru ka! Esa ni natte Naruto
"Eat or be eaten! Naruto becomes bait"
Our 3 ninjas were able to fight off their first attacker. The transforming Jutsu makes our team very suspicious. It seems their battle in the forest has just begun. Will our team be able to fight off this next attack from this extremely powerful new enemy and complete the mission?
029: Naruto hangeki! nigenendattebayo!
"Naruto's counterattack! I'm not going to run away!"
Naruto, after defeating the demon snake, returns to help Sakura & Sasuke with thier battle against this fearsome and powerful opponent. With three mysterious dead ninjas outside the forest the problems inside become more dire. Naruto fights with all his strength but is cast aside. Can our Sasuke break his fear and continue the battle?
030: Yomigaere Sharingan! Hissatsu: Katon Ryuka no Jutsu!
"Revive Sharingan! Certain kill - Fire Release Dragon Fire Technique!"
Sasuke attacks using all his strength and tactics. After delivering a devestating attack Sasuke is bitten on the neck and cursed. We learn that the examiner, Azuki, was once Oebimaru's student. Who is Oebimaru, and what is his purpose in the forest? Will Sasuke survive, can Sakura defend both of her friends?
031: Geki mayu puratonikku! Boku ha shine made anata o mamoru!!
"Violent Eyebrows Platonic! I'll protect you until I die!"
Sakura is left alone defending the paralyzed Naruto and Sasuke. Just as things look their worst Lee Rock appears and promises to protect Sakura with his life. His amazing speed and strength seem to be more than enough to stop the attackers, but because he is out numbered even Lee cannot defeat the trio from the Sound Village sent by Oebimaru. What will happen to our friends, can Sakura defeat these ninjas?
032: Sakura saku! Ketsui no ushiro sugata
"Sakura blooms! Showing the back of determination"
With Lee defeated by the mysterious Sound Ninjas' attack Sakura is left alone to defend Lee, Sasuke and Naruto? Sakura summons her strength and finally fights with all of her might. Will her power be enough to stop these Sound ninjas from killing all of her friends? Will any other ninjas from the Konoha village come to her aid?
033: Muteki no fomeshon! InoShikaCho!!
"Invincible formation! Ino-Shika-Cho!"
As Sasuke fights inside his coma Sakura is now protected by her friend and rival Ino. Her team of ninjas each has a unique power and uses it to prevent the Sound Ninjas from killing Sakura or her teammates. But will these techiniques be enough to defeat the ninjas and protect everyone? Will Saskue awaken and defeat the sound ninjas?
034: Akamaru bikkuri! Gaara, Kyoi no Jitsuryoku
"Akamaru surprised! Gaara, miraculous force"
We follow another group of three ninjas during this episode Kiba, Shino, and Hinata. After capturing their scroll they decide to investigate the other ninjas. They run into the ninjas from the village of Sand. Who are these ninjas and how can they be so powerful? Will our group of three reach the tower, or will these Sand ninjas attack?
035: Nozoki mi genkin! Maki mono no himitsu
"Peeping strictly prohibited! The scroll's secret"
With time running out Naruto and Sakura decide on a plan to read their scroll. Luckily Kabuto, a Konoha ninja, stops them and they begin travelling towards the tower. It seems no matter how far they walk or which direction they go they are not getting any closer. They have been trapped and will they all be able to survive this last attack and make it to the tower?
036: Bunshin taiketsu! Ore ga shuyaku dattebayo!
"Clone showdown! I am the main character!"
Our group is now caught in a fierce battle with ninjas who are experts in illusion. With intelligent moves and a great strategy Naruto and his friends manage to defeat them and gain the scroll of heaven to pass the test. As they arrive at the tower we discover that Kabuto is not who he seems. What is his real motive, and can our friends finally finish the test and move on?
037: Daini shiken toppa! seizoroi ruki nainu!
"Second exam broken through! Line up rookie nine!"
All of the rookies from the Konoha village passed the test. There are 21 lower ninjas ready to take the third test. In this episode our ninjas learn the true meaning for the middle ninja exam as well as the importance of it. Our ninjas now are ready for the 3rd and final part of the test, but how many of them will be able to make it?
038: Gokakusha nibun ni ichi!? Ikinari shiai dattebayo!!
"Those who've passed cut down to half!? It's a sudden contest!!"
 Just as our lower ninjas start to feel good about passing the test they are told that there will be a trial match and only half of them will be able to take part in the 3rd test. Kabuto mysteriously resigns from the match and Sasuke is the first one to fight. But without the use of his Sharingan or his Chakara does he stand a chance against Kai?
039: Geji mayu jerashi! "Shishi Rendan" Tanjo
"Super eyebrows' jealousy! "Lion Combo" is born"
Sasuke with a great deal of help from Lee's attack manages to defeat his opponent. The next match is between Shino and a sound ninja. Though Shino seems confident he is quickly hit, and after Kakashi manages to seal the evil curse mark on Sasuke, Orochimaru shows up. Will Shino be able to defeat this Ninja of the Sound Village, and will Kakashi be able to defend Sasuke from Orochimaru?
040: Isshokusokuhatsu!! Kakashi VS Orochimaru
"Critical situation! Kakashi vs Orochimaru"
While Kakashi protects Sasuke from Orochimaru, Shino is battling with the sound ninja. After a surprise attack the power of Shino's bugs is more than the sound ninja can take and Shino wins the match. Next up is Kankarou from the Sand and Ken from Kabuto's group. Both boast of finishing the other off quickly, but who will win this match?
041: Raibaru gekitotsu! Otome gokoro wa honki modo
"Rivals clash! The girls' hearts are in serious mode"
Kankarou after displaying his abilities as a puppeteer dispatches his adversary. The next match begins Sakura vs. Ino. We learn a great deal of the deep and important history that these two share. After Sakura realizes that Ino is not fighting at her best she convinces her that all bets are off. Can they overcome their friendly past and finally fight as ninjas as hard as they can? We will see next episode.
042: besuto batoru wa shannaro!!
"It's the best battle hell yeah!!"
The battle between Ino and Sakura rages on. Both unwilling to give up, but with a nicely laid trap Ino uses her Exchange skill to take control of Sakura. Naruto with a last bit of encouragement helps Sakura snap out of the mind control. Both with their last bit of strength knock each other out.
043: Shikamaru tajitaji!? Kunoichi tachi no atsuki tatakai
"Shikamaru overwhelmed!? The kunoichi's heated battle"
Ten-Ten vs. Temari, though Ten-Ten throws every weapon she can at Temari she can not seem to penetrate her defeses. With one last final strike Temari knocks out Ten-Ten. The next battle is Nara vs. Kin the female Sound ninja. Nara after enduring some painful attacks devises a strategy and defeats Kin. The next match Naruto vs. Kiba.
044: Akamaru sansen!! Makeinu wa docchi da?
"Akamaru joins the fight! Who is the underdog?"
In this episode we learn of the true powers and strength of Kiba and his dog. They perform many different attacks including one in which his dog morphs into another Kiba. Though Naruto is strong and he has grown much since he was in school does he have enough strength and power to defeat his fearsome opponent Kiba?
045: Hinata sekimen! Kankyaku anguri, Naruto no oku no te
"Hinata blushes! The audience roars, Naruto's trump card"
After some quick thinking and trickery Naruto manages to defeat Kiba's dog Akamaru but he still cannot keep up with Kiba's speed. Due to a lucky coincidence he manages to pull off his new move called the Naruto Combo, based on Lee's powerful combination, and defeats Kiba. There are only a few ninjas left who have not fought, who will be in the next amazing match?
046: Byakugan kaigen!! Uchiki na Hinata no daitan ketsui!
"Byakugan unleashed!! Shy Hinata's bold decision"
Our next match Neji vs Hinata. Both come from the same bloodline but different families. Through encouragement from Naruto Hinata decides to face Neji and do her best. Both have very unique abilities and it will be a tough fight. Who will ultimately win the battle, and will the loser survive?
047: Akogare no hito no me no mae de!!
"In front of the person I admire!!"
The battle rages on between Neji and Hinata. Neji is obviously more skilled, but because of her faith and encouragement from Naruto Hinata continues to fight with all her heart. But even with all her strength it is not enough to defeat Neji, and Hinata is hurt very badly during the fight. Will she ever recover?
048: Gaara funsai!! Wakasa da! Pawa da! Bakuhatsu da!
"Gaara demolished!! It's youth! It's power! It's explosion!"
The battle between Rock Lee and Gaara begins. We quickly learn that Gaara has a great control of sand and Lee cannot seem to penetrate his defense. After his instructor lets him remove the huge weights on his legs he quickly moves and strikes much faster. The sand can barely keep up. Will this new speed and strength be able to defeat Gaara?
049: Nekketsu ochikobore! Tsuini Sakuretsu, kindan no ogi!
"Hot-blooded drop out! At last explosion, forbidden secret technique!"
After Lee uses the Forbidden Techinque The Lotus he is unable to dodge Gaara's attacks. We learn a little bit more about Lee's past and then we begin to learn about Lee's true strength and power. We find out that Lee is able to unlock the 5 of the 8 energy controlling gates. It gives him great power, but at a great physical cost to his body. Will this be enough to defeat Gaara?
050: Aa Rokku Ri! Kore ga otoko no ikizama yo!!
"Ah Rock Lee! This is a man's way of life!!"
Lee unlocks all 5 gates and attacks Gaara with amazing speed and strength. No one can keep up with his speed, but after executing Primary Lotus Gaara manages to survive by landing on his sand. Lee becomes defenseless and Gaara uses his sand coffin technique to destroy Lee's leg and arm. Before Gaara can kill him Gai steps in and stops the match. Will Lee ever be able to recover from this serious injury? We are ready for our last match Chouji vs. the last Sound ninja.
051: Yami ni ugomeku kage Sasuke ni semaru kiki!
"The shadow that stirs in the darkness Crisis draws near Sasuke!"
 A confident Chouji charges into battle but is quickly defeated. And that concludes our battles for the prelimary round. We find out that Orochimaru and Kabuto are in town and discussing plans to kill the Hokage and capture Sasuke. The Hokage explains that there will be one month for training and practice before the main matches begin. With that Kabuto takes off to capture Sasuke. Luckily for Sasuke Kakashi is there to protect him, but even Kakashi can not capture Kabuto. The match-ups are set for the main matches and it will be a great battle.
052: Ebisu futatabi! harenchi wa watashi ga yurushimasen zo!
"Ebisu once more! I won't permit such disgrace!"
Naruto seeks out Kakashi for training, but Kakashi assigns him to Ebisu, the ninja in charge of training the Hokage's grandson. Naruto is not happy by this decision so Ebisu to prove himself to Naruto challenges him to escape him by running away. Naruto tries hard but cannot escape Ebisu. Even after using his shadow divide skill he cannot escape, and finally becomes willing to train under Ebisu. Ebisu is determined to help Naruto learn basic control of his abilities and his first task is to balance himself on the water without falling in. The problem is they are training in the hot springs! Will Naruto be able to complete and survive this first task, and who is this old man with long white hair?
Season Three
053: Aiyashibaraku! Ero-sennin tojo!
"Coming soon! The Perverted Hermit enters!"
With his training interrupted Naruto has a new goal. Find and recieve training from the frog hermit. After much work Naruto finally sits down to talk with the hermit about his training. Naruto uses his seduction skill to get the best of the perverted old hermit. Finally the hermit agrees to train him and they commence with his training. After the hermit releases the seal Orochimaru placed on Naruto, he can finally channel his energy. Now hi real training will begin.
054: Ero-sennin jikiden Kuchiyose no Jutsu dattebayo!!
"Directly taught by the Perverted Hermit It's the Summoning Technique!!"
The last sound ninja attempts to attack Gaara, but he is quickly destroyed by Gaara's power. New light is shed on the conspiracy to destroy the Konoha village, the Sand and Sound villages have united. Jiraiya continues his peeping and Naruto is forced to once again us his Seduction technique to get his training. Jiraiya begins to train Naruto in the summoning Jutsu. Unfortunately even with this new techinque Naruto can only summon a small tad-pole. Will he ever be able to master this new technique and summon frogs to battle?
055: Setsunai omoi Negai o kometa ichirin
"Painful feelings The single flower with a wish in it"
During episode we watch Sakura deal with her concern and feelings for Sasuke. Sasuke is still feeling the effects of the curse mark left by Orochimaru. She visits Ino in the flower store to buy flowers for Sasuke. We follow our two, Ino and Sakura, as they visit the hospital to see their injured friends. Eeryone is fiercely training for their main matches, while the sand ninjas learn of their plans to destroy the Konoha. Sakura finds that Sasuke has escaped the hospital, and we find out he begins to train with Kakashi.
056: Sei ka shi ka!? Menkyo kaiden wa inochi kake!
"Live or die!? Risking one's life to master the move!"
 Naruto has been practicing for 3 weeks and still can not produce an effective frog. We now understand that Orochimaru is strong enough to even defeat the Hokage. Jiraiya explains to Naruto that he must risk his life in order to aquire the power to truly summon frogs. Naruto is knocked into a giant chasam and in order to survive he must draw out the power of Nine-tails. Will Naruto be able to save himself and find the power of Nine-tails?
057: Tonda! Haneda! Mogutta! Gama oyabun tojo!!
"He flew! He jumped! He Dived! The Toad boss enters!!"
 With the huge toad finally summoned Naruto now must prove that he is capable and powerful enough to fight with the toad. The toad is not happy and works as hard as he can to shake Naruto off. Even Jaraiya can not control Bunda the toad master, but Naruto must prove that he is worthy of being friends with the toad master. While Naruto is trying to stay on the toad's back, we learn more of the planned betrayal of the Sand. Will Naruto be able to stay on, and will the Sand truly destroy the Leaf?
058: Shinobi yoru ma no te! Nerawareta Byoshitsu
"The evil hand sneaks near! The targeted hospital room"
Naruto is in the hospital recovering from his battle with the toad master. We discover that Gaara is running around in the hospital and apparently has it out to destroy Lee. Sakura is also in the hospital delivering a flower to Lee. Luckily for Lee Naruto and Shikamaru manage to run into Gaara and prevent him from killing Lee. We learn about Gaara's shattered history, and the story behind Gaara mysterious abilities. Before leaving Gaara makes a brutal threat that he will soon kill them all.
059: Mo retsu Mo Tsui Mo Dasshu Hansen kaishi dattebayo
"More furious More chase More dash The final selection begins"
 Naruto is very solemn and has a hard time sleeping the official selection is tomorrow. We have a minor break in the action before the big battle. We see everyone preparing for the rough day ahead. The next morning Naruto is running late to the selection and Konohamura offers a shortcut. Unfortunately for our hero this short cut goes wrong and he must hurry, run, and be chased all the way to the final selection.
060: Byakugan basasu Kage Bunshin! Ore wa zette katsu!!
"Byakugan vs Shadow Clone! I will definitely win!!"
The battle between Naruto and Neji finally begins. Sasuke is still no where to be found. Neji believes that he will win because Naruto is destined to fail. Naruto does not believe in such a destiny and believes in himself and that he can win if he continues to work hard. Both display their new techinques and attacks, which one of these strong ninjas will win, and will they both survive?
061: Shikaku zero! Mo hitotsu no zettai Bogyo
"Blind spot zero! One more absolute defense"
The battle between Naruto and Neji rages on. With Neji's new defense it seems impossible for Naruto to attack. We learn more about the history of Neji's family and why he believes the things he does. With inspiration from Hinata and Lee Naruto fights with new power, but will he truly be able to defeat Neji's amazing defense and new powerful attacks?
062: Ochikobore no Sokojikara!
"Drop out's hidden power!"
After hearing Neji's story Naruto is more determined to prove to Neji his way of the ninja. Naruto understands Neji more than he knows, and it is because of that understanding he chooses to fight to show Neji his way of the ninja. He finally draws out the power of nine-tails and show Neji his true power. After a fierce attack from both of them Naruto manages to get the best of Neji and knocks him out.
063: Shikkaku!? Kiken! Maedaoshi! Haran bukumi no daihonsen!
"Disqualification!? Danger! Moving ahead of schedule! The troubled great main battle"
Naruto responds to the cheers of the audience and Neji is carried off. Neji's uncle visits Neji is the recovery room and explains to him the exact details of his father's death and what it meant to the Hyuga family. After hearing the real history of his father's death Neji resolves to train harder and fly free. The next battle is Sasuke vs. Gaara, but unfortunately Sasuke is still no where to be found, so Shikamaru's match will begin ahead of schedule.
064: Kumo wa ii naa... yaru ki zero no otoko
"The clouds are nice... The guy with zero willingness"
 Though Shikamaru is a very apathetic he is quite intelligent. He does not have the great power of some of his other fellow ninjas, but he intelligence makes up for it. He is excellent in developing strategies for battle. Though his opponent is quite strong and he lacks enthusiam he develops a winning strategy and defeats Temari, but because he hates troublesome matters he surrenders the match.
065: Gekitotsu! Konoha mai Suna ugomeku toki
"Clash! The moment the Leaf dances and the Sand wriggles"
The late Sasuke finally arrives in the arena to begin his battle with Gaara. Both Kakashi and Sasuke make a dramatic entrance. Gai and Lee arrive at the arena and are shocked to find out that Naruto has defeated Neji. Gaara is excited for the match, and before hand kills two people who ask him to throw the match for money. Finally the battle between the Leaf and the Sand will begin.
066: Ichi jikan bucchi nuki de Sasuke ga oabare dattebayo Supesharu
"One hour straight Sasuke goes wild Special"
Sasuke shows that his training made him much stronger and faster. He has begun to fight just like Lee did when Lee was fighting Gaara. We discover that Kabuto is hiding as a dark troops. Sasuke's attacks break through Gaara's Sand Armor. Gaara seals himself inside a ball of sand and starts to chant. Will Sasuke be able to break through this new defense and defeat Gaara?
067: Date ni okureta wake janai! Kyukyoku ogi - Chidori tanjo!!
"I wasn't late for nothing! Ultimate secret technique - Chidori is formed!!"
Sasuke continues to battle Gaara, while we discover that both Sand and Sound ninjas have begun to surround the Konoha village. Sasuke shows his new power, he has learned the 1,000 birds technique from Kakashi. With its power and speed it strikes through Gaara's defense and injures him. The attack on the city begins, and Sasuke's battle comes to a halt.
068: "Konoha Kuzushi" Shidou!
"The Leaf's destruction starts!"
The attack begins, and the target all of the Konoha and the 3rd Hokage. The Sand Hokage reveals himself to be none other than Orochimaru. With all the other ninjas busy fighting off the oncoming army the 3rd Hokage is left to fight alone. 4 of the sound ninjas surround Orochimaru & the 3rd Hokage with an impenetrable barrier. Finally Kakashi sends Naruto on a mission to chase after Sasuke, who is currently chasing after Gaara.
069: Matte mashita! A-ranku ninmu dattebayo!!
"I've been waiting for this! It's an A-rank mission!!"
Kakashi summons a dog name Pakkun to track Sasuke and help Sakura, Shikamaru, and Naruto find Sasuke. Shino hears about the mission as well. The Hokage is trapped and must battle Orochimaru by himself. Many of the town are getting the women and children to safety and preparing for their counter-attack. Will the Hokage be able to defeat Orochimaru and his undead warriors? Will the Konoha be able to defend their town successfully?
070: Nigegoshi nanbaa wan Mendokuse~ ga yarukkyanee!!
"Number 1 coward It's troublesome but I've got to do it!!"
We follow our group of four sent after Sasuke, and they quickly find out that they are being followed by a large number of ninja. Shikamaru offers to slow down the enemy and allows Sakura and Naruto to continue on the mission. He uses his Shadow Imitation techinique to stop them, but does not have enough power to kill them. Luckily his teacher, Asuma is there to defeat the remaining ninja. The Hokage's battle rages on against now his two former teachers and his former pupil.
071: Kokon muso! "Hokage" toiu reberu no tatakai
"Unparalleled in history! A "Hokage"-level battle"
The amazing battle between the Hokages begins. Each Hokage demonstrating amazing and unreal skills and attacks. The second Hokage using amazing water skills and the first using amazing wood skills. Just as it seems as the third has been defeated he summons a monkey to help him battle as a staff and for protection. The Hokage fights hard and finally Sasuke catches up to the three sand ninjas.
072: Hokage no ayamachi Kamen ni shita no sukao
"The Hokage's mistake The true face under the mask"
Sasuke is finally ready to battle with the Sound ninjas and Naruto and Sakura are quickly on their way to catch up. The Hokage now understands that Orochimaru is using a forbidden technique to switch bodies. His battle must continue on against the 3 ninjas. Though reluctant to kill his former student he now understands it is the only way. He uses the forbidden techinque the Dead Demon Seal, will this be enough to finally destroy Orochimaru?
073: Kinjutsu ogi! "Shiki Fuin"
"Forbidden technique secret! "Dead Demon Seal""
The 3rd Hokage manages to seal the 1st and the 2nd away. Now he must seal Orochimaru, but that is no easy task. Sasuke has finally caught up with the 2nd Sand ninja in his chase to catch Gaara. Shino shows up to battle and allow Sasuke to catch up to Gaara. Naurto and Sakura are still rushing to catch up. Will they make it to Sasuke in time to help him fight Gaara, and will Shino be able to defeat Kankarou?
074: Kyokaku! Gaara no Shotai
"Shock! Gaara's true shape"
Shino is fighting Kankarou, and Sasuke finally catches up with Gaara. As Sasuke confronts Gaara, Gaara begins to transform into the demon that lives inside him. Gaara half transformed attacks Sasuke with tremendous power. After being attacked by a poison bomb, Shino manages to defeat Kankarou with his bugs, but he is unable to continue on to support Sasuke.
075: Genkai o koete... Sasuke no ketsudan!!
"Exceeding the limit... Sasuke's decision!!"
Sasuke continues to fight against the powerful demon form of Gaara. We learn more about the tradegic past of Gaara and the demon inside of him. The Hokage still is struggling to seal Orochimaru's soul within him. Sasuke strikes a mightly blow with his Chitori strike, but it is not enough to destroy Gaara. Just when the end seems inevitable for Sasuke, Naruto enters and protects him.
076: Tsukiyo no ansatsusha
"A moonlit night's assassin"
Sasuke can no longer move because he used his thousand birds techniques 3 times. It is up to Naruto and Sakura to attempt to defeat Gaara. We learn more about Gaara's shattered past and why he is the way he is today. Gaara pins Sakura against a wall and Sasuke can not move, will Naruto be able to defeat this monster and save his partners?
077: Hikari to Yami Gaara to iu na
"Light and darkness The name Gaara"
 We learn even more about the terrible tradegy of Gaara's childhood. Gaara is nearing his complete form and the 3rd Hokage is still struglling with Orochimaru. Naruto relates his own childhood to the terrible past of Gaara, and struggles to attack the new transformation of Gaara. With one last final resolution Naruto pledges to defeat Gaara even at the cost of his own life. Will this power be enough?
078: Bakuhatsu! Korezo Naruto ninpocho~~!!
"Explosion! These are the Naruto ninja chronicles~~!!"
Naruto attacks with thousands of his shadow clones and hits Gaara with full power. Just as victory seems in Naruto's hand Gaara fully transforms into his demon form. It is now an epic battle between monsters, Naruto's summoned toad king and Gaara huge demon form. With a little help from the toad king's son Naruto is able to convince him to do battle with Mamozuru of the Sand (Gaara's true demon form). Naruto and the Toad King transform into the Nine Tales Fox. Will they be able to finally supress this demon inside Gaara?
Season Four
079: ~???~, Rimitto bucchigiri! ~Hikari to Yami~
"Breaking the limit! ~Light and Darkness~"
After a clever attack Naruto manages to awaken Gaara and lessen Mamozuru's power. The village's been invaded, but it is finally time for the Konoha to strike back. Many ninjas come and begin to repel the invading sand and sound ninjas. The toad king returns home and Naruto finally defeats Gaara. The third Hokage doesn't have the strength to seal Orochimaru's soul, but he seals his hands so he is no longer able to use ninja skills.
080: Sandaime yo, towa ni......!!
"The Third, everlasting......!!"
The village has been defended but at a great loss, Orochimau is defeated, but the third Hokage is dead. Gaara is defeated and Sakura is saved. Naruto and Gaara once again realize the parallels in their lives. Gaara manages to escape with his partners and Sakura, Sasuke, and Naruto return to the village. There is a huge memorial service for the third Hokage and everyone from the village is there. The town has been changed forever.
081: Asagiri no kikyo
"Homecoming in the morning fog"
We find out that not only was the Konoha's Hokage defeated but the sand Ninja's Hokage was also killed by Orochimaru. The village is looking for Jirayia to become the 5th Hokage. Two mysterious strangers arrive in Konoha. Kakashi sends Asuma and Kurenai to investigate. Asuma and Kurenai discover the two are Uchiha Itachi and Ghost Shark. Asuma and Kurenai are not match for the two and Kakashi steps in to help.
082: Sharingan tai Sharingan!!
"Sharingan vs Sharingan"
Jirayai takes Naurto on his mission to track down Tsunade. The battle with Itachi rages on. Even Kakashi is no match for the true power of Sharingan displayed by Itachi. Itachi manipulates time and space to capture Kakashi and continues to torture him for 72 hours, when in real time it lasts only a moment. Kakshi survives the attack but is terribly wounded. We discover that they are in fact after Naruto. Gai interrupts and saves the three ninjas in their battle against Itachi.
083: O, no~! Jiraiya no jonan, Naruto no sainan
"Oh, no~! Jiraiya's women trouble, Naruto's misfortune"
Jirayia and Naruto leave the village and Naruto is excited to learn a new techniques. Sasuke is upset by how much Naruto has grown and how strong he has become. Sasuke discovers his brother has returned and that he is after Naruto. Sasuke immediately begins to chase and try to find Naruto. Unfortunately Itachi finds Naruto before Sasuke does, and while Jiraiya is on his date. Will Naruto be saved?
084: Unare Chidori Hoero Sasuke!
"Roar Chidori Howl Sasuke!"
We learn more about Sasuke's past and his older brother, while Sasuke is frantically searching for Naruto. Sasuke returns one night to find his entire clan killed, only to later find out that it was his own brother who killed all of them. Itachi goes back in time using his Sharigan and shows Sasuke all the people he killed. Sasuke finds Itachi and attacks him with A Thousand Birds, but is easily deflected by his older brother. Jiraiya steps in and defends Naruto and Sasuke.
085: Orokanaru ototo yo urame, nikume!
"Foolish little brother Curse, hate!"
Sasuke attempts to attack his older brother, but he is no match for the power of his older brother. Itachi traps Sasuke using his Sharigan and tells Sasuke that he must hate his brother stronger if he ever hopes to defeat him. Itachi and the Shark manage to escape from Jiraiya's trap, which no one has yet to escape. We learn that Jiraiya and Naruto are off to seek the last of the 3 legendary Ninjas, Tsunade who is a medical expert.
086: Shugyo kaishi Ore ha zette tsuyoku naru!
"Training commences I'm definately going to become stronger!"
Gai returns to Konoha with Sasuke, and Naruto and Jiraiya are off to find Tsunade. Naruto and Jiraiya visit a busy town in search of Tsunade and Naruto enjoys eating a great deal of food. Jiraiya displays his amazing power to Naruto and begins to train him to use that technique. How fast can Naruto master this new techinque and when will they finally find Tsunade?
087: Konjo!!! Warero mizufusen
"Guts!!! Pop water balloon"
 Naruto is intent on bursting the water ball with his energy, but he can not do it. It is much harder than he thought. Naruto learns that it took over 3 years for the fourth Hokage to learn, and that this skill is not only powerful but exceptionally difficult. Through various inspiration Naruto finally learns how to pop the balloon using his own style and energy. With first first phase finished Naruto begins training in the 2nd phase. Naruto finally manages to make progress with the 2nd phase, but still has much work to do.
088: Konoha maku to hitaiate
"Leaf mark and forehead protector"
Orochimaru is suffering from the 3rd Hokage's final strike, and also in search of Tsunade. Both Jiraiya and Orochimaru are searching for Tsunade. Naruto with inspiration from his Konoha symbol finally is able to concentrate his power and complete the 2nd phase. Orochimaru finds Tsunade before Jiraiya, what does he have in store for his previous partner?
089: Hamon
"Ripple"
Jiraiya demonstrates the true power of his technique and Naruto finally begins training on the third phase of his technique. Orochimaru corners Tsunade and offers her a deal. He will bring back her dead relatives if she will cure his hands from the curse caused by the 3rd Hokage's sealing technique. Orochimaru admits that once his hands are healed he will return to Konoha and destroy it.
090: Ikari bakuhatsu! Yurusanettebayo
"Anger explosion! I won't forgive you"
Tsunade is a broken and torn woman and is given one week to respond to Orochimaru's request. Jiraiya and Naruto finally find Tsunade drunk in a restraunt. Jiraiya finally asks Tsunade if she will return and become the 5th Hokage of the Konoha. She insults the name of Hokage and Naruto challenges her to a battle for the honor of the Hokage. Naruto attacks but is easily knocked by Tsunade with only a flick of her finger. Naruto attacks with his new power, but is it enough to defeat Tsunade?
091: Shodai Hokage no isan Shi o yobu kubikazari
"The First Hokage's inheritance The necklace that brings death"
Naruto's attack is deflected by Tsunade. The bet is made, if Naruto can master the spiral in one week Tsunade will give him her priceless necklace and admit he can be Hokage. Naruto learns more about the tragic past of Tsunade and her necklace. Naruto now with more resolve to master his technique sets out to practice. Will Naruto be able to perfect this technique and prove his worth to Tsunade, or will Tsunade make the deal with Orochimaru?
092: YES?NO?!?, YES ka NO ka! Tsunade no kaito
"YES or NO! Tsunade's answer"
The deadline is coming soon, and Tsunade poisons Jiraiya's drink. The meeting is scheduled and Kabuto is ordered to kill Tsunade's assisstant. Everyone is rushing to meet Tsunade. Will she make a deal with Orochimaru or will Jiraiya be able to intervene and stop her. Kabuto interrupts Orochimaru's meeting with Tsunade.
093: Kosho Ketsuretsu!
"Negotiation breakdown"
Tsunade could not bring herself to betray her relatives and she finally attacks Orochimaru and Kabuto. Kabuto displays his real power and manages to disable Tsunade. Just when Tsunade looks defeated Jiraiya interrupts and saves her. The battle quickly rages on, Naruto vs. Kabuto and Jiraiya vs. Orochimaru. The real war begins now.
094: Kurae! Ikari no Rasengan
"Take it! The Rasengan's anger"
Orochimaru summons his snakes and Jiraiya due to the poison is unable to counter. The epic battle between the groups rages on. Kabuto quickly disables Shinzo and Jiraiya is left to battle Orochimaru in his weakened state. Naruto defends Tsunade from Kabuto's attack, and with a genius idea he uses his shadow divided art to finally complete the spiral and hit Kabuto with it will it be enough to defeat Kabuto?
095: Godaime Hokage Inochi o kaketa tatakai!
"The Fifth Hokage The battle she wages her life on"
Kabuto is severely wounded, but not killed. Just before his attack Kabuto managed to strike Naruto and fatally wound him. With a new dedication and strength Tsunade saves Naruto's life. Once Orochimau realizes the true power of Naruto directs his attack at Naruto and Tsunade must now sacrifice her life to save him. Tsunade is not so easily defeated after being stabbed many times by Orochimaru's sword, she regenerates her life and begins fighting with her true power and strength. In a last desparate act all the 3 ninjas summon their most powerful beasts.
096: San sukumi no tatakai
"Three-way battle"
It is an epic battle between the three ninjas and their summoned beasts. Even with their combine strength Tsunade and Jiraiya are not able to easily destroy the Snake king. Tsunade with her terrible power skewers the Snake King with the Toad's sword and begins attack Orochimaru. Though severely wounded both Kabuto and Orochimaru manage to escape. Tsunade agrees to become the 5th Hokage, and finally Naruto accepts her as the new Hokage, finally they return home.
097: Naruto no yukemuri chin dochu
"Naruto's steaming strange journey"
This episode is somewhat of a time killer, but is mildly funny. On their way home the group stops at some hot springs and Naruto gets caught up with some debt collectors who are after Tsunade. After much trickery and goofy encounters the situtation is finally resolved and we find out Tsunade in fact paid her debt quite a while ago. After the epic adventure, they head out and on their way home.
098: Ninja o yamero! Tsunade no tsukoku
"Stop being a ninja! Tsunade's notice"

Tsunade returns to become the 5th Hokage but the 3rd's Grandson does not accept the 5th Hokage as the new Hokage. Tsunade finally reaches the hospital and heals the wounded ninjas. Tsunade breaks the bad news to Lee and Gai that healing Lee requires an operation that at most has a 50% success rate and if it fails Lee will die. Their are many tough decisions ahead for our ninjas as well as their new Hokage.
099: Hi no ishi o tsugu mono
"The one who inherits the will of fire"
Konohamaru locks himself in the Hokage's room and refuses to to leave, Naruto takes it upon himself to help get Konoamaru out. Lee has a very tough decision, stop being a ninja or risk his life on a 50/50 shot operation. Tsunade begins her work as the 5th Hokage, and has a great deal of work to do. She breaks into the Hokage's room effortlessly and begins doing intense research on Lee's operation.
100: Nekketsu shitei no kizuna ~Otoko ga ninpo wo tsuranuku toki~
"The hot-blooded teacher-student bond ~The time a man must follow his Way of the Ninja~"
Lee is still debating his choice and Gai comes to comfort and talk to him. We also begin to learn more about Lee's childhood as a struggling ninja. They have a very serious talk about the operation and Lee's current state. It is very hard on both of them, finally it is decided Lee will have the operation and if it fails Gai will die with him. Tsunade finally accomplishes it, there is now a 51% chance of succeeding.
101: Mitai, Shiritai, Tashikametai Kakashi-sensei no sukao
"Want to see, want to know, want to confirm Kakashi-sensei's true face"
This episode is fairly funny but nothing of great importance happens. Naruto, Sakura and Sasuke gang up and try to determine what Kakashi really looks like under his mask. They run into another bit of trouble with some ninjas with whom Kakashi stopped a while ago. Nothing of great consequence or problem, more or less a humorous encounter. The episode ends with ultimately nothing happening.
102: Iza shin ninmu Giri to ninjo to Chakoku o sukue!
"Now a new mission Rescue honour, kindness and the Tea Country!"
The episode starts with a number of people headed for Konoha who are attacked on the road. Sasuke, Sakura and Naruto are sent out on a body guard mission on their own. They meet their target Morino Idate, though they do not know it yet. We discover Idate is not a big fan of ninjas, and that he can run like the wind. We learn that the race is actually a competition between two main families and that the Konoha have been hired to defend their runner, Idate. The race begins and our ninjas are left to chase after them.
103: Naruto gekichin!? Inbau uzumaku ounabara
"Naruto sinking!? Conspiracy in the swirling ocean"
Idate has started running in the other direction, and we find out that he has a secret boat stashed elsewhere to continue the race. We learn more about Idate and his master's past and their connection. 3 additional ninjas are chasing after Idate and are attempting to stop him. They are ambushed at sea by 3 enemy ninjas and must defend themselves. We also learn more about the history of Idate and his brother. Idate reaches the island but only to be ambushed by the last ninja hired by the other family.
104: Hashire Idate! Arashi o yubi haran no Nagito!!
"Run Idate! The stormy troubles of Nagi island!!"
Idate is being ambushed by one ninja and the 3 are being ambushed in the water by the other ninjas. Naruto using his new spiral attack is able to free himself and his friends from their watery prison. Naruto interrupt the leader of the rain ninjas but apparently are no match for him. We discover that Aoi was once a ninja of the Konoha who betrayed them to go to the Rain, and we learn about how and why Idate left the Konoha. With inspiration from Naruto Idate resolves to finish the race and win, even in his wounded state.
Season Five
105: Goru chokuzen! Raimei todoroku daigekito
"Just before the goal! A thunder roaring great fierce fight"
In this episode Idate is still racing for the family and with help from Naruto he reaches the middle part of the race. We also learn a great deal more about Idate's relationship with his brother and his past. Aoi sets a trap and attacks Idate, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura with a powerful blade used by the 2nd Hokage. Even the power of Naruto's spiral is destroyed by the blade. Through a sudden burst of power Sasuke is able to damage the blade but can not destroy it and falls with Sakura into the river. Will Naruto be able to beat Aoi and save everyone?
106: Todoku ka Idate! Shunen no rasuto supato!!
"Will you make it Idate! The never-give-up last spurt!!"
Sakura dives off the bridge and manages to save Sasuke, but Naruto is left alone to battle Aoi. After noticing the crack in the sword made by Sasuke's last attack Naruto is able to destroy the sword and his Aoi with his Sprial technique. Finally Idate is able to run and catches up to his opponent. With a final burst of speed Idate manages to win the race, and after some dirty politics it is decided that the Y family will stay and team 7's mission is successful.
107: Omae to tatakaitai! Tsui ni gekitotsu, Sasuke tai Naruto
"I want to fight you! Finally they clash, Sasuke vs Naruto"
We also find out that Shikamaru has been promoted the a middle ninja. We learn a bit more the bond that Shikamaru shares with Chouji. We also learn of the suffering that Orochimaru is enduring, and that Lee is ready to undergo the 5th Hokage's operation. Sasuke can not get his failure out of his mind and finally challenges Naruto to a fight. Their fight rages on the roof of the hospital, both of them are equally matched, finally they both use their strongest attacks the Chitori and Spiral. Sakura jumps in front of them and tries to stop them.
108: Mienai kiretsu
"Unseen crack"
We learn that four sound ninjas have been sent to capture Sasuke. Luckily for Sakura Kakashi steps in and prevents Naruto and Sasuke from destroying each other, with Sakura in the middle. We learn even more of the relationship between Naruto and Sasuke as well as their trainers Kakashi and Jirayia. Kakashi speaks with Sasuke and seems to get to him, but the four sound ninjas approach Sasuke with the intent of capturing him or turning him to their side. Will Sasuke leave the Konoha, or will Naruto and Sakura convince him to stay?
109: Oto no izanai
"The Sound's invitation"
Sasuke battles the sound ninjas and puts up a good fight, but is no match for them. Sakura finally tells Naruto about the curse that Sasuke carries on his neck. Through very devious means the sound ninjas convice Sasuke to leave the Konoha and join the sound. Sasuke tells Sakura of his decision, and Sakura pleads to get Sasuke to stay, but he refuses and proceeds to knock her out. Has Sasuke truly betrayed the Konoha village, and how will Naruto react to this news?
110, 111: Konoha goninshu + wan! Teppeki no fomeshon de oabare dattebayo supesharu
"The Leaf Five + one! We'll go wild with the iron wall formation special"
110: Sasuke has left, and unfortunately most of the higher ninjas in the villages are out performing tasks. Tsunade, the 5th hokage, has no choice but to send lower ninjas out to chase Sasuke. She chooses Shikamaru, the leader, and then for his team Shikamaru chooses: Naruto, Neji, Chouji, Kiba. We also find out that Lee's operation has been successful, but he still needs time to recover. Shikamaru draws up the plan and strategy for the group and finally they are prepared and head out to chase Sasuke.

111: The sound ninjas tell Sasuke put him in a state to finally release his power from Orochimaru, but in order to do that he must die first. The four sound ninjas perform a ceremony to release Sasuke's power and seal him in a barrel. Some of Konoha's elite ninjas run into the sound ninjas, but after using Orocimaru's powers the sound ninjas are able to defeat the elite Konohas. Though our group of 5 attempts to chase them they are slowed by many traps, but they finally catch up and are attacked.
112: Ikinari nakamare!? Shikamaru shotai daipinchi
"A sudden split among friends!? Platoon Shikamaru's great crisis"
Our ninjas catch up but are detected and attacked. They are imprisoned by one of the sound ninjas and must fight their way out. Kiba attempts to destroy the wall but it repairs itself automatically. Neji determines that the sound ninja is in fact draining their energy. After some trickery and great strategy Shikamaru figures out how to get out and they implement their plan and finally escape the earth barrier, but will they be able to defeat the sound ninja who imprisoned them?
113: Pawa zenkai! Moero Choji
"At full power! Burn Choji"
After escaping the barrier they are forced to battle the biggest of the sound ninjas. He has a mastery or earth techniques and even with the 5 he can not be defeated easily. It is finally decided after a short battle that Chouji will battle this powerful enemy by himself. The rest of the team leaves to catch Sasuke as Chouji battles the sound ninja. Chouji shows his amazing power and strength. Even with his special food pills will Chouji be able to defeat this powerful opponent, and will the rest of the team be able to catch up to Sasuke?
114: Saraba tomo yo...! Soredemo ore wa shinjiteru
"Farewell friend...! But still I believe"
Chouji with inspiration from Shikamaru manages to draw upon his hidden strength and releash an immense attack on the sound ninja, but the sound ninjas releases his state two power and manages to attack Chouji with amazing strength. After remembering his friend Shikamaru and his past Chouji uses his last trump card and eats the last and most powerful pill even though it will kill him. With his new strength Chouji finally releases his most powerful attack and destroys the sound ninja, but at the apparent cost of his own life.
115: Omae no aite ha kono ore da!
"Your opponent is me!"
Our ninjas are still chasing the enemy, only they are missing one of their team. They try to launch a sneak attack but are easily caught in the spider web technique of the next sound ninja. Neji is finally able to destroy the spider web filled with chakara. He determines that he is the only one of the group left who can handle him, and it is decided. Neji will battle this next sound ninja and the rest of the group will continue on after Sasuke. Will Neji be able to defeat this new fearsome opponent?
116, 117: Kotoshi mo Naruto da! Kuru na otoko no atsuki tatakai! Tensai ninja ga oabarettebayo supesharu
"It's Naruto again this year! Cool guy's heated battle! Genius ninja goes wild special"
116: Neji manages to attack his opponent with his soft boxing technique, but it is supressed by the web of the spider sound ninja. Neji is able to fend off the ranged attacks from his opponent with his amazing Kaiten technique. The sound ninja moves to his first state and summons a giant spider continues to attack Neji. Neji uses his amazing physical techniques to defend against the attack, but is hit with one of his daggers and is hit again when the ninja discovers the weak point in his vision. Neji defeats the summoned spider, but is wounded greatly in the process, his opponent morphs into State 2, will he survive this final attack?

117: Neji is able to change the attack but it still hits him. Neji formulates a plan and allows himself to be hit one last time with the powerful arrow. He uses his own chakara and sends it through the spider web to destroy his opponent. He uses his last bit of strength to launch a brilliant attack and kills the sound ninja. But will Neji be able to survive the wounds he has suffered, or has he too given his life to defeat his enemy? Our three remaining ninjas continue to give chase to Sasuke.
118: Dakkan~Ma ni awanakatta utsuwa
"Rescue~To be in time for the container"
Our three ninjas keep chasing the sound ninjas and must catch up before dark. Orochimaru is suffering greatly under the 3rd hokage's curse and is desperately waiting for Sasuke's body. We learn further that Orochimaru has created a small army of ninjas under his control, and that he is planning to re-incarnate himself with Sasuke, but with Sasuke's body not present he must use another person's body. Our three manage to sneak off with Sasuke's body, but they are now the ones being chased by the sound ninjas, and now with Kimimaro giving chase will they be able to escape with Sasuke?
119: Shissaku! Aratanaru teki
"Mistake! The new enemy"
Orochimaru has taken over another body, and our three are left running with Sasuke. The sound ninjas catch up and an epic battle begins between the Konoha and Sound. Kiba, Akamaru and Sakon fall down a cliffside and Shikamaru is left to battle Tayuya alone, because Naruto must now give chase to Kimimaro who has stole back Sasuke's body. Every one of the members is left to fight a difficult and possibly impossible battle, will our team succeed in resucing Sasuke, or will they all perish on this mission?
120: Unare! Hoero! Kyukyoku no taggu
"Roar! Howl! The ultimate tag"
Kiba is fiercely battling with Sakon, only to find out that there are in fact two of him...? Naruto creates hundreds of clones to attack Kimimaro, but even with their numbers they can not touch him. Tayuya sommons 3 huge monsters and controls them with her flute, and Shikamaru is forced to retreat and come up with a strategy. Each of our ninjas is facing a truly fearsome opponent. Kiba and Akamaru finally use their strongest technique and transform into a giant two headed dog, but even this new transformation is not enough to defeat Sakon. How will Naruto and Shikamaru do in their fights?
121: Sorezore no tatakai
"Each respective battles"