This is a must-watch. This is the introduction of the new enemy, and Sasuke starts to make a move. Crystal style, which is new nature, I assume that is Kekkei genkai. and Jiraiya training Naruto.

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5 mo

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5 mo

Seeing Sasuke look so cold while talking to Orochimaru makes the wait for their actual fight feel even longer and more intense

Episode Context

Coming off the aftermath of the Akatsuki confrontations and 'A Shinobi's Determination' in episode 90, this filler detours from the main plot to explore a side mission centered on locating Orochimaru. It sits in a transitional stretch between major canon arcs, offering character moments for Team Kurenai without moving the overarching Sasuke retrieval or Akatsuki storylines forward. Viewers focused on canon progression can safely skip ahead without missing critical plot developments.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusFiller

Plot ImportanceLOW

Air DateJan 8, 2009

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