All the rookies aren’t very happy as they prepare to take the Chunin Exam. Especially for Naruto’s team who have so many rivals, they will need help from a fellow ninja named Kabuto to know what they’re up against. Will Naruto and his friends be able to last through the exam?

Rock Lee challenges Sasuke to a one-on-one fight. Naruto grows angry and attacks him, only to be beaten in one attack. Sasuke realizes the challenge and eagerly accepts. But will Sasuke be defeated just as easily by this mysterious ninja? Sasuke’s only advantage seems to be his Sharingan, but what happens when not even that will work?

Starts with a recap of last episode, Neji asked Sasuke what his name is but he didn’t reply. Then Sasuke, Sakura, and Naruto leave. Neji and Tenten decide to leave as well but Lee …

When Kakashi prepares to stop Zabuza, Haku suddenly sacrifices his own life to spare Zabuza. Unfortunately Zabuza is ready for another round while Kakashi isn’t playing around this time. Failing, Zabuza is confronted by his employer, who has decided to take matters into his own hands.

Meanwhile, in the Wave Country, Inari goes around trying to gather people to fight against Gato. He approaches his uncle, Mr. Giichi but Giichi denies him help. Giichi’s wife says that it’s possible that Inari is more of a man that Giichi is. Inari realized the will …

The rigorous battle between Naruto and Sasuke against Haku continues. Naruto can’t continue any longer, the power of the Sharingan awakens inside of Sasuke, and the tables turn. When Haku targets a vulnerable Naruto, Sasuke risks everything to save him. Seeing his friend lie before him, a powerful force awakens inside Naruto, and fiery red chakra begins to pour out.
At this point Sakura is still trying to protect Tazuna, while Zabuza is making sure Kakashi does not try and help Sasuke and Naruto who are still fighting Haku in is …