Episode 132 For a Friend...

Kakashi learns the truth about the chase after Sasuke, and orders his dogs, including Pakkun, to go find Naruto and Sasuke. However, things are looking grim as the clash between the Chindori and the Rasengan ensues. The attacks are even, causing Naruto and Sasuke to both fly back. Naruto finally realizes how serious Sasuke is, and gets the snot beat out of him while he remembers how he always wanted to be friends with Sasuke.

Episode 133 A Plea from a Friend

Naruto proves to be too much for Sasuke to handle as Naruto beats the snot out of him. Finally acknowledging Naruto's strength, Sasuke puts on his forehead protector, symbolizing both as equals. But when Sasuke's Sharingan is upgraded to level 3, the tables turn on Naruto. Just when all hope seems lost for Naruto, he undergoes a startling transformation, but will it be enough?

Episode 134 The End of Tears

The battle between Naruto and Sasuke comes to a close, as One-Tailed Naruto takes on Cursed Seal Level 2 Sasuke in one final Rasengan vs. Chidori clash! And this time...only one person will emerge victorious. Will Kakashi and Pakkun make it in time? And who is this mysterious ninja watching everything?

Episode 135 The Promise That Could Not Be Kept

Shikamaru's group is brought back to Konoha with many injuries. Neji and Chouji could possibly die, Kiba has a deep wound but nothing too serious, and Naruto and Shimakamru have a few injuries. When Sakura finds out they are back ,she goes immediatley to see Sasuke and Naruto but finds out Sasuke got away. Can Naruto keep his promise to Sakura? And what news does the Jiraiya have for Naruto?

Episode 136 Deep Cover?! A Super S-Ranked Mission!

Jiraiya begins to worry about Naruto and Sakura's wellbeing. He then requests that Tsunade send them the two on a mission with him. He finds Naruto telling Sakura he is not going to stop her from going after Sasuke, but he is going with her, and tells them about the mission. They head off to Rice Country to find the Hidden Sound Village, and hopefully Sasuke as well.

Episode 137 A Town of Outlaws, The Shadow of the Fuma Clan

Naruto, Sakura, and Jiraiya end up in a town that is worse then the one they were chased out of. Jiraiya heads off and leaves Naruto and Sakura to get food. Along the way they find the ninja, that attacked them before, injured and fight some Sound ninja to save them. Who is this mysterious ninja nd what do they know about The Hidden Sound village?

Episode 138 The Promise Betrayed, The Fleeting Request

When Sasame durgs the gang, she prepares to let them be given to Orochimaru. But, when she discovers that they were planning to be killed, she begs the ones about to do so to stop. Naruto reveals that he and the others faked being put to sleep, and attack.

Episode 139 Fear! Orochimaru's Castle!

Sasame leads Naruto, Jiraiya, and Sakura to Orochimaru's hideout. They send Sasame back to the village because of the danger level. Jiraiya summons Gamakichi to go in first and investigate. The four come to three tunnels. Jiraiya goes off to the right, Naruto and Sakura down the middle and Gamakichi down the left. Will the four of them make it past the traps?

Episode 140 Two Beats, Kabuto's Trap!

Naruto arrives in the nick of time to save Sakura, but not before Kabuto tells her that Sasuke is dead. Naruto tells her not to believe him and a battle ensues. Naruto defeats him with the Rasengan, but Kabuto traps him in some chakra threads. Now, if Kabuto dies, so will Naruto. As Kabuto speeds up the death rate, Sakura tries to free him. Sasame arrives and saves Naruto, only to find out that the Kabuto they fought is actually Kagerou. They finally find Arashi, but he isn't the Arashi that Sasame once knew.

Episode 141 Sakura's Determination

Naruto takes on Arashi, but gets trapped easily. Sakura thinks he's dead and Naruto ends up blowing his sneak attack cover to protect her. Naruto tries his attack again, but his injury causes a problem. Naruto gets trapped in an attack that will crush him if he doesn't get out. Sasame attacks Arashi manages to set him free for a second. However, it doesn't last long and he soon tries to kill Sasame. Sakura jumps in the way and says she will give her life to protect her friends. Naruto tells her she can't die and Arashi tries to finish Naruto off. Sasame causes enough of a distraction for Naruto to break free. The attack caused by Naruto frees Arashi, and Arashi protects Sasame. The place begins to collapse and Jiraiya arrives. Arashi throws them Sasame and tells them he can't leave since he is a puppet. He tells Naruto that Sasuke is alive and they all leave, leaving Arashi behind. The Fuuma Clan promises to rebuild their town and everyone heads back to Konoha. Now, Sakura wishes to become Tsunade's student.

Episode 142 The Evil Trio of the High Security Installation!

With the events of the Rice Field Country behind them, everyone prepares for their training. But, a new threat soon arises. Remember Mizuki? He's back, and he's planning to break out of Konoha's Correctional Facility along with the help of two stupid, fat brothers. However, this time Orochimaru may be pulling the strings. Asuma and Kurenai are sent to interrogate Mizuki, but they run into trouble on the way. Naruto shows up and find the two jounins injured.

Episode 143 Run, Ton-ton! I'm Depending on Your Nose!

Shizune and her team encounter Mizuki, but all of them are defeated. When Ton-ton comes back to warn Tsunade, Naruto takes the innitiative to find Shizune with Ton-ton's help. Kakashi arrives and finds out the situation. Unfortunately, he has another misssion. So, he summons Pakkun who will guide Iruka to Naruto. Iruka eventually catches up to Naruto and Pakkun sends Ton-ton back to the village. Pakkun leads them and they soon find Shizune. They chase after Mizuki, when they soon fall into a trap. Iruka reveals that Shizune is not Shizune, but actually Mizuki. Mizuki attacks Iruka while Naruto deals with Fuujin and Raijin. But, Naruto's attacks don't even hurt them.

Episode 144 Newly Formed Three Man Cell! Two People and an Animal!

Naruto is having trouble with the two brothers, and Iruka is having his share of difficulties with Mizuki. Iruka struggles to try and get the old Mizuki back, but Mizuki explains the only reason he was ever nice to Iruka was because he wanted to be the Hokage's favorite too. He wanted Iruka to be miserable, and not to have everyone else be so kind to him and not himself. Iruka and Mizuki then prepare to fight again. Meanwhile, after many Kagebunshin attacks, Naruto finally has a chance to use Rasengan. But, the brothers accidentally destroy their lunch and make Naruto's attack hit his doppelgangers. As they prepare to kill him, Shikamaru, Chouji, and Ino come to the rescue.

Episode 145 Explosion! New Formation! Ino-Shika-Cho

Naruto's backup has arrived and they are Shikamaru, Ino, and Chouji. They tell Naruto that they will take care of the brothers. Naruto leaves to catch up to Iruka, who is fighting Mizuki. Can Naruto arrive before Mizuki kills Iruka? And can Shikamaru, Ino, and Chouji hold off the brothers?

Episode 146 Leftover Ambitions and Orochimaru

Naruto, Iruka, and Pakkun meet up with Mizuki's fiancee Tsubaki, and she has come to offer help to the three. Meanwhile, Shikamaru, Ino, and Chouji are having trouble holding the two brothers off, and they know that they can't defeat them, so they are stalling for time. Meanwhile, Tsunade discovers a startling secret about Mizuki and Orochimaru, and she's planning on taking this matter into her own hands. Naruto, Iruka, Pakkun, and Tsubaki finally reach Mizuki, but it's too late, he's already completed the formula he was making. Now that he's drank it, he turns into a new monsterous form. And, Naruto has recognized Mizuki's tranformation as one nearly identical to that of Orochimaru's cursed seal.

Episode 147 Fateful Showdown! You Won't Defeat Me

Mizuki is determined to make Naruto and Iruka suffer, and it appears like he has the upper edge with his improved strength and speed. Meanwhile, Ino, Chouji, and Shikamaru are at their limits, and now Fuujin and Raijin are free. That is until Tsunade shows up and defeats them both easily. Fuujin and Raijin surrender and agree to return peacefully to the institution. Mizuki on the other hand has converted all of his speed to power and prepares to finish Naruto off. That is until Iruka thinks up a plan and traps Mizuki, giving Naruto the chance to Rasengan on him. Mizuki reverts to his original form, badly damage when tsunade shows up and explains everything about the potion Mizuki took. Mizuki will no longer be able to fight as a shinobi. Iruka offers to treat everyone at the ramen bar, and thinks about how Naruto saved his life the same way he had saved Naruto before.

Episode 148 Super Pursuit Power Even Akamaru is Jealous of! Seek the Mysterious Bikouchuu

Naruto is unable to search for Sasuke due to Tsunade's orders, while Kiba and Hinata wonder how they can help him out. Shino remembers a special type of bug that if it is found, could easily track Sasuke down. they go and discuss it with Tsunade, who agrees to let them search for it, making Shino the leader. Tsunade discovers Naruto eavsfropping the conversation and lets him go with them. But, can they complete a mission with only a 10% success rate? As they travel, Naruto has difficulty dealing with Shino's bizzare behavior. Hinata also sneaks out in the middle of the night to practice some mysterious moves. After two days of travelling, they finally reach their destination. And they're not alone, a mysterious group is also after the same thing.

Episode 149 How Are They Different? Don't All Bugs Look the Same?

The group struggles to find a Bikouchuu, but seems to fail at every turn. Naruto messes up a few times, nearly getting them eaten by a giant Bikouchuumo bug in the process, while the group continued to be watched. However, when it starts raining, they only have one more chance to find it. Thanks to Hinata's Byakugan, they succeed in finding one. Their celebrations are short lived though, when Hinata is kidnapped. Now they must decide on whether or not trade the Bikouchuu for Hinata.

Episode 150 Deceive, Confuse, and Be Deceived. The Grand Bug Battle

With Hinata's safety in danger, the group must try and figure out a way to save Hinata, and protect the Bikouchuu at the same time. Every time one side seems to have an edge though, the other reveals yet a new trick. As dawn approaches, they don't have long to do either. In the end, naruto, Kiba, and Shino fall into a trap. Can they escape? And, can Hinata save herself from her current situation?

Episode 151 Blaze Away, Byakugan! This is My Ninja Way!

With the group trapped, Shino makes a deal to trade the Bikouchuu for Hinata. Unfortunately for the opponents, Hinata got away, making the deal worthless. They decide to kill Naruto, Shino, and Kiba instead, but back off when they see Kyubi's eyes. They begin to attack again, but Hinata steps in to save the day. Now it's Hinata's turn to shine, and show off her new technique. But, will it be enough?

Episode 152 Requiem for the Living

When Naruto saves three guys, he is dragged into yet another mission. However, unlike the last two this is one he does not wish to partake in. However, when Gai reveals information that the leader of the Kurosuke Family, Raiga, is connected with the Seven Shinobi Lords of the Mist, Naruto decides to change his minds. Zabuza and Kisame (of Akatasuki) were each a lord. So, since Raiga is connected to Kisame who is connected to Itachi who is being pursued by Sasuke, Naruto may have a chance to learn more information. With Neji, Lee, and Tenten as his allies, the group goes on there new mission. But, what awaits them?

Episode 153 A Lesson Learned: The Iron Fist of Love!

Out to try and save Rourusuke, Naruto and the others ambush members of the Kurosuke Family and save an old man. They soon here the funeral bell and go and save Rourusuke. However, Rock lee meets an old friend among the group, and Lee must now convince Kurashi to return his his old way of life. Their time together is cut short, as Raiga watches from the sidelines. Can Naruto, Neji, Rock Lee, and Tenten defeat an enemy that not even Neji's Byakugan can see?

Episode 154 The Enemy of the Byakugan

Episode 155 The Dark Creeping Clouds

Episode 156 Raiga's Counterattack

Episode 157 Run!!! Curry of Life

Lee is left facing Raiga alone, while Tenten and the others hurry to bring them the Curry of Life. Raiga easily defeats Lee, sending him donw the cliff. He and everyone else is given the Curry of Life while Ranmaru confronts Raiga. Raiga ia happy that they can be together again, and Ranmaru creats a think mist to surround them. Ranmaru tells Raiga he will be his eyes and he tells Raiga to walk towars a cliff. Will Ranmaru send both Raiga and himself to their deaths, or will a drunken Lee ruin Ranmaru's plans?

Episode 158 Everyone, Come With Me! Great Sweat and Tears Survival Plan

Every Genin is assigned a squad of Cadets to lead on a mission that forces all of them to race to the top of a mountain to achieve a scroll and bring it back. And wouldn't you know it, guess who Naruto ends up leading? It's none other than the Konohamaru corps. While everyone seems to be doing just fine, Naruto has trouble leading his team. However, when Naruto strays off from the main path and a storm causes the mission to be cancelled without his knowing, he will have to be a good leader now more than ever if he wants to keep his group alive.

Episode 159 Enemy or Ally?! Wilderness Bounty Hunting

Naruto, Hinata and Kiba are sent off on a mission to capture a thief named Gosunkugi and along the way they meet another bounty hunter who is also after him.

Episode 160 Take or Be Taken?! Showdown at the Okay Temple!

Turns out Sazanami is really a wanted criminal named Toukichi who is wanted for the murder of a family of three. Truth is, he's innocent, and wants to capture the man responsible to prove his innocence. Sazanami teams up with the Konoha group to stop Gosunki once and for all, while still competing about who will be the one to capture him. With another bounty hunter after Sazanami, it won't be an easy task.

Episode 161 Meeting the Strange Visitor, Green Beast? Wild Beast?...Animal?

As Gai and Lee leave Konoha for a mission, two strangers disguise themselves as Gai and Lee and sneak into the village to learn its secrets. No one is fooled by their disguise though, well except for Naruto who wants to train with them. Tsunade, Sakura, and Tenten have big plans in store for these imposters, plans that'll make their lives miserable.

Episode 162 White Cursed Warrior

Naruto, Tenten, and Neji travel to the Bird Country to exterminate a ghost named Noroimusha.

Episode 163 Tactician - Expectation of Koumei

Naruto and the others attempt to prove that Kouhmei is the one responsible for the ghost. However, what Naruto and the gang discover leaves even more mysteries unsolved.

Episode 164 The Late Supporter

Naruto decides to do some investigating on his own over the matter of the ghost, while Neji and Tenten try a different approach. With the help of two frogs, Naruto begins to learn more and more about the truth of the matter, even to the point of learning the ghost's true identity. Sagi may be the real one behind the mask, but he's still a fuedal lord. Sagi won't let Naruto expose him, even if it means giving him the death penalty.

Episode 165 Naruto Dies

Kakashi orders Neji and Tenten to return to the village with him, but they are being followed. Meanwhile, Koumei is about to be executed, that is until the Noroimusha appears and saves him. Neji and Tenten are keeping a close eye on the situation though, as they have managed to fool their pursuer. Neji and Tenten confront Koumei and the ghost, until Kakashi tells them to go. Is the ghost an ally or enemy? And whatever became of Naruto? Questions are answered as Sagi reveals the truth.

Episode 166 The Time That is Stopped

Sagi prepares his plans for revenge, and he won't let anyone stand in his way. Disguised as the Noroimusha, he confronts Musou, but Musou knows everything. It also turns out that the wandering ninjas can't really steal jutsus, they're all tricks. And, even more shocking news is revealed when Sagi and Musou reveal their true identities.

Episode 167 White Heron's Flapping Wings of Time

Shima saves Naruto from Ooki's genjutsu trap, and ends up protecting Naruto from an attack. After Naruto appears to be defeated, Toki gives up the will to live. Naruto sees a white figure appear before him in the form of Sagi. Sagi asks Naruto to move time for his sister again. Naruto prepares to fulfill his wish and protect Toki. After defeating Ooki, the Bird Country is returned to its once peaceful state. As the ruler of the Bird Country, Toki prepares to make everything better. However, one question still remains, was Naruto dreaming of Sagi, or is there really a ghost after all?

Episode 168 Burn Zundou! Mix, Stretch, Boil!

Mr. Ichiraku, the owner of the Ichiraku Ramen shop, is in trouble. His daughter Ayame was kidnapped and he only has two ways to get her back: hand over his Legendary Ramen recipe or win a cooking contest by creating a whole new ramen dish. After learning of his plight, Naruto, Chouji and Sakura choose to help Mr. Ichiraku win the contest and get his daughter back. Can the three ninjas with little cooking experience help Mr. Ichiraku win the contest or will he have to hand over his Legendary Ramen recipe?

Episode 169 Memory, the Lost Page

Being some of the few Genins available, Naruto, Ino, and Shino are forced to accompany Anko on her mission to the Sea Country to destroy a sea monster and protect a boat carrying gold. However, Anko is acting strange as she begins to remember more and more events from her past, and the connection she once had with Orochimaru.

Episode 170 Impact, the Closed Door

Naruto is recovering thanks to the mysterious girl, Isaribi. While Naruto is recovering, Anko, Shino, and Ino search for him and also meet the man in charge of the payroll shipment. The group eventually meets back up, but not before finding the sea monster's lair.

Episode 171 Infiltration, the Devised Trap

After Isaribi escapes, Naruto and his team decide to go to the forbidden island and confront Orochimaru and his subordinates. They soon discover that Orochimaru is not the man behind the curtain, but a man known as Amachi. Amachi is the one responsible for turning Isaribi into a monster, so why is she helping him?

Episode 172 Despair, the Broken Heart

After narrowly escaping the collapsing lab, Naruto and the others must catch up to the money convoy. However, Amachi has already set his trap, and the convoy crew has taken the bait. Naruto and the others arrive to save the day, as all of them prepare for battle. But can the group defeat Amachi when he reveals his true self? And what will happen when Isaribi realizes how far Naruto will go to save her?

Episode 173 Sea Battle, the Released Power

Naruto and Amachi's battle comes to a rather quick end, or does it? Also, Anko recovers more of her past including a significant event.

Episode 174 No Waaaay! Celebrity Ninpou: Kinton no Jutsu

In addition to Naruto's normal missions, he gets a special mission involving a VIP. Naruto is forced to hang out with a young boy, who likes ninja. However, the boy thinks money can buy him everything, and Naruto won't stand for that. Teaching the boy will prove to be difficult, especially when he is the target of kidnappers.

Episode 175 Dig Here! Woof! Woof! Search for Buried Treasure

Naruto, Kiba, and Hinata are ordered on a special mission: A treasure hunt! There is a downside though; if they fail the mission, they have to go back to the Academy. They set off confident that the mission will be easy, but still worried about having to go back to the academy. Everything is going as well as expected until some mysterious characters show up. Can Naruto and crew find the gold, or will they have to go back to the Academy with the other little kids?

Episode 176 Zig Zag Run! Chase, Chased, Mistaken

Naruto, Kiba, and Hinata must make it back to Konoha and stop their evil look-alikes from ruining their village. The imposters think it'll be an easy task, but when the real Naruto and Kiba expose their weakness, they discover that it may not be so easy.

Episode 177 OH?! Please, Mister Postman

Naruto accidently meets up with Jiraiya while in another area, and demands that he trains him. Jiraiya refuses though, as he has to finish the script for his next volume of his series. Anxiously wanting to train, Naruto writes it for him and mails it off. Knowing his reputation is at stake, Jiraiya makes Naruto accompany him on a mission to get it back. However, the Courier Ninja, a type of ninja postman, won't let their missions be stopped so easily. Even worse, turns out Naruto mixed up his delivery with an important message to the Fang Country, and if they don't fix this mess, war will break out!

Episode 178 Encounter, The Boy Named “Star”

About 200 years, a star fell to the Hidden Star Village. This star supposedly as mystic powers. However, the village has few ninja, so they require the help of other villages. Naruto accompanies Lee, Neji, and Tenten on a mission to protect it.

Episode 179 The Remembered Lullaby