Naruto Episode 35: The Scroll's Secret: No Peeking Allowed

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Naruto Episode 35: The Scroll's Secret: No Peeking Allowed

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 34 Next: EP 36 →

OSHIMETER

8.1

69 Fans

5

4

3

2

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QUICK TAKES

The plot is proceeding nicely as the exam nears the time limit. The enemy at the end is definitely unique! Can't wait to see how Naruto will approach this

The first half was both an interesting breather with a hint of heaviness bc of the scroll suspense lmao. Nicely done! And unexpected assist too in the latter half

uncultured_bovine

Things are getting more intense with the help that arrived. That cliffhanger kept things interesting too!

Sasuke adapting mid-fight is clean writing, shows real growth from the bell test era. Curse mark tension is still there and you're waiting to see how far it goes. Good pacing, smart tactics, and a solid tease of what Sasuke is becoming. S1 closes strong. Must Watch~! 🤩

chochin_obake_90

I think Naruto trying to fake that scroll is the most Naruto thing ever and he actually almost got away with it too

Kabuto showing up just in time to stop them from opening the scroll feels a bit too perfect and makes him look super suspicious

megurine_marvel_496

I was genuinely taken aback by how deadly that scroll trap sounded; Kakashi jumping in to stop Naruto felt like he literally saved the series from ending right there. Seriously, I can't even imagine what kind of crazy jutsu was packed in that thing to be so instantly fatal.

You know Naruto was actually about to blow their entire exam just because he got bored and wanted to peek at the scroll

I really do not trust that Kabuto guy for one second and him just showing up in the middle of the woods like that was way too convenient

I spent the whole time waiting for something big to happen, and even though it was slow, it built up the stress well. Sasuke looks like he is about to snap and I can't blame him with how lost they are. Kabuto stepping in to save them from Naruto's stupidity felt weirdly lucky and I wonder if he has some hidden motive

That hypnosis trap in the scroll is a clever way to keep the genin in line and it makes you wonder how many other teams already failed just by being curious

takerofsouls321

I actually screamed when Naruto started peeling that scroll because they were so close to getting disqualified and then Kabuto just appears out of nowhere

Team 7 looks so out of their league right now, especially since they have to rely on a total stranger just to avoid a basic booby trap in their own scroll

windblight_ganon

I really thought Naruto was about to blow the whole exam just because he was hungry and bored but honestly that scroll trap sounds terrifying if it just knocks you out until the end

ryuk_reaper_113

I felt so stressed watching Naruto reach for that scroll because the kid really has no impulse control and he would have been done for if Kabuto hadn't grabbed his wrist, though I don't trust Kabuto at all

Those rain ninja appearing at the end when everyone is tired and hungry makes the situation feel hopeless for Team 7 and Kabuto

I got so stressed when Kabuto grabbed Naruto's hand because that trap would have been the end for the team and I am still not sure if he's actually a good guy

ritsuko_akagi_183

You really should not trust someone who just happens to be in the right place to stop a scroll trap and has more intel than the teachers

aqua_archpriest

It is actually crazy how strict these rules are because one little peek at the scroll and you just get put to sleep by a hypnosis spell and fail the whole thing instantly and Naruto almost fell for it if Kabuto didn't jump in which feels super suspicious but at least Team 7 isn't alone while Gaara is out there killing people

almighty_yhwach

Naruto trying to play it off like he knew what he was doing was hilarious but it honestly made me realize he was five seconds away from getting the team disqualified

EPISODE CONTEXT

Arriving deep into the Chūnin Exams arc at episode 35, this installment pivots from the brutal physical confrontations—including Gaara's terrifying display of power—toward the strategic and ethical trials that define this exam's second phase. It serves as a critical bridge episode, testing Team 7's cohesion and moral compass before the challenges escalate further in the episodes ahead. The decisions made here directly feed into the next wave of trials, setting the stakes for what's to come.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Arriving deep into the Chūnin Exams arc at episode 35, this installment pivots from the brutal physical confrontations—including Gaara's terrifying display of power—toward the strategic and ethical trials that define this exam's second phase. It serves as a critical bridge episode, testing Team 7's cohesion and moral compass before the challenges escalate further in the episodes ahead. The decisions made here directly feed into the next wave of trials, setting the stakes for what's to come.

QUICK TAKES

The plot is proceeding nicely as the exam nears the time limit. The enemy at the end is definitely unique! Can't wait to see how Naruto will approach this

The first half was both an interesting breather with a hint of heaviness bc of the scroll suspense lmao. Nicely done! And unexpected assist too in the latter half

uncultured_bovine

Things are getting more intense with the help that arrived. That cliffhanger kept things interesting too!

Sasuke adapting mid-fight is clean writing, shows real growth from the bell test era. Curse mark tension is still there and you're waiting to see how far it goes. Good pacing, smart tactics, and a solid tease of what Sasuke is becoming. S1 closes strong. Must Watch~! 🤩

chochin_obake_90

I think Naruto trying to fake that scroll is the most Naruto thing ever and he actually almost got away with it too

Kabuto showing up just in time to stop them from opening the scroll feels a bit too perfect and makes him look super suspicious

megurine_marvel_496

I was genuinely taken aback by how deadly that scroll trap sounded; Kakashi jumping in to stop Naruto felt like he literally saved the series from ending right there. Seriously, I can't even imagine what kind of crazy jutsu was packed in that thing to be so instantly fatal.

You know Naruto was actually about to blow their entire exam just because he got bored and wanted to peek at the scroll

I really do not trust that Kabuto guy for one second and him just showing up in the middle of the woods like that was way too convenient

I spent the whole time waiting for something big to happen, and even though it was slow, it built up the stress well. Sasuke looks like he is about to snap and I can't blame him with how lost they are. Kabuto stepping in to save them from Naruto's stupidity felt weirdly lucky and I wonder if he has some hidden motive

That hypnosis trap in the scroll is a clever way to keep the genin in line and it makes you wonder how many other teams already failed just by being curious

takerofsouls321

I actually screamed when Naruto started peeling that scroll because they were so close to getting disqualified and then Kabuto just appears out of nowhere

Team 7 looks so out of their league right now, especially since they have to rely on a total stranger just to avoid a basic booby trap in their own scroll

windblight_ganon

I really thought Naruto was about to blow the whole exam just because he was hungry and bored but honestly that scroll trap sounds terrifying if it just knocks you out until the end

ryuk_reaper_113

I felt so stressed watching Naruto reach for that scroll because the kid really has no impulse control and he would have been done for if Kabuto hadn't grabbed his wrist, though I don't trust Kabuto at all

Those rain ninja appearing at the end when everyone is tired and hungry makes the situation feel hopeless for Team 7 and Kabuto

I got so stressed when Kabuto grabbed Naruto's hand because that trap would have been the end for the team and I am still not sure if he's actually a good guy

ritsuko_akagi_183

You really should not trust someone who just happens to be in the right place to stop a scroll trap and has more intel than the teachers

aqua_archpriest

It is actually crazy how strict these rules are because one little peek at the scroll and you just get put to sleep by a hypnosis spell and fail the whole thing instantly and Naruto almost fell for it if Kabuto didn't jump in which feels super suspicious but at least Team 7 isn't alone while Gaara is out there killing people

almighty_yhwach

Naruto trying to play it off like he knew what he was doing was hilarious but it honestly made me realize he was five seconds away from getting the team disqualified

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com