1 00:00:15,870 --> 00:00:21,308 Connecting old words that have been used up 2 00:00:22,143 --> 00:00:30,050 I just want to convey my simple thoughts 3 00:00:30,118 --> 00:00:35,488 That day's faint wind blows away 4 00:00:35,557 --> 00:00:39,618 at the castle ruins of yesterday 5 00:00:40,862 --> 00:00:45,765 I'll laugh with you and live for the moment 6 00:00:46,501 --> 00:00:53,407 Still that incident will continue to trouble you, right? 7 00:00:54,809 --> 00:00:58,301 That's why it must be good bye 8 00:00:58,379 --> 00:01:05,342 Leaving nothing behind, let us share what is left 9 00:01:05,420 --> 00:01:12,485 In time, we'll realize that it was everything 10 00:01:12,560 --> 00:01:19,227 And sadness will touch our cheeks, creating a river of tears 11 00:01:19,701 --> 00:01:29,201 Trembling thoughts swept into a vortex and melting away 12 00:01:51,299 --> 00:01:53,028 Don't forget your objective... 13 00:01:56,170 --> 00:01:57,194 Don't go! 14 00:02:00,108 --> 00:02:01,234 Thank you... 15 00:02:04,545 --> 00:02:06,479 Sasuke... 16 00:02:12,387 --> 00:02:17,689 Formation! The Sasuke Retrieval Squad! 17 00:02:21,763 --> 00:02:23,663 It's already four o'clock in the morning... 18 00:02:24,265 --> 00:02:26,495 That Fifth Hokage is a real slave driver. 19 00:02:26,567 --> 00:02:29,297 She ought to retrieve the documents she forgot herself... 20 00:02:33,408 --> 00:02:35,808 Huh... What's the matter? 21 00:02:39,847 --> 00:02:41,007 Hey! Wake up! 22 00:02:41,082 --> 00:02:43,414 You'll catch cold if you sleep in a place like this. 23 00:02:48,056 --> 00:02:49,114 Thank you... 24 00:02:50,525 --> 00:02:51,219 Huh! 25 00:02:51,592 --> 00:02:52,388 Sasuke! 26 00:03:20,054 --> 00:03:21,078 Good work... 27 00:03:24,425 --> 00:03:26,893 Fifth Hokage! You were asleep just now, weren't you? 28 00:03:26,961 --> 00:03:29,259 When you made us go to fetch the documents! 29 00:03:29,330 --> 00:03:31,195 And only you got to sleep! 30 00:03:33,367 --> 00:03:34,994 More importantly, Lady Hokage, 31 00:03:35,069 --> 00:03:36,798 there's something I want to report to you. 32 00:03:37,505 --> 00:03:38,529 What is it? 33 00:03:42,210 --> 00:03:43,507 What did you just say?! 34 00:03:43,578 --> 00:03:44,442 Is that true?! 35 00:03:44,979 --> 00:03:45,741 Yes... 36 00:03:46,180 --> 00:03:50,048 According to Sakura Haruno, it appears that there's no mistake... 37 00:03:53,688 --> 00:03:56,714 Unbelievable... That they should already be on the move... 38 00:03:57,425 --> 00:04:01,122 In addition to getting what I want... 39 00:04:01,195 --> 00:04:06,690 This time, I will completely destroy Leaf Village. 40 00:04:08,770 --> 00:04:11,295 So what that pervert wants... 41 00:04:13,074 --> 00:04:14,974 is the Uchiha's powers, huh... 42 00:04:17,612 --> 00:04:18,977 Izumo! Kotetsu! 43 00:04:19,647 --> 00:04:21,547 There's somebody I want you to bring here! 44 00:04:24,585 --> 00:04:29,215 Hurry up and eat, Shikamaru! Your Dad's mission starts today, too! 45 00:04:29,423 --> 00:04:31,755 There's not that much time for morning training! 46 00:04:32,493 --> 00:04:33,517 OK, OK. 47 00:04:34,128 --> 00:04:35,288 One OK is enough! 48 00:04:36,764 --> 00:04:39,528 Nag, nag, nag from early in the morning... 49 00:04:41,569 --> 00:04:43,901 I wonder who it could be so early in the morning? 50 00:04:46,607 --> 00:04:48,165 Hey... Dad... 51 00:04:48,509 --> 00:04:49,271 What is it? 52 00:04:49,877 --> 00:04:52,710 Why did you marry a hard edged woman like Mom? 53 00:04:54,916 --> 00:04:56,076 Let's see now... 54 00:04:56,851 --> 00:04:59,945 Even though Mom's like that, she smiles gently sometimes... 55 00:05:00,588 --> 00:05:01,850 Maybe that's why... 56 00:05:06,394 --> 00:05:07,884 Is that the only reason? 57 00:05:09,931 --> 00:05:10,795 Shikamaru! 58 00:05:12,133 --> 00:05:14,465 A messenger of the Fifth Hokage is here. 59 00:05:19,607 --> 00:05:22,974 Sasuke Uchiha apparently slipped out of the village late last night. 60 00:05:24,579 --> 00:05:25,876 And... there is almost no mistake 61 00:05:25,947 --> 00:05:28,609 that he is headed for the Village Hidden in the Sound! 62 00:05:28,916 --> 00:05:31,077 Slipped out?! Why... 63 00:05:32,520 --> 00:05:35,353 Because he was enticed by that Orochimaru! 64 00:05:36,724 --> 00:05:39,557 W W Wait a minute! 65 00:05:40,261 --> 00:05:44,197 Why does Sasuke have to be enticed by a risky guy like that?! 66 00:05:44,932 --> 00:05:48,993 The reason doesn't matter. In any case, there's no time. 67 00:05:49,837 --> 00:05:53,603 You will perform your first mission as a Chunin... 68 00:05:54,842 --> 00:05:57,276 So all I have to do is bring Sasuke back? 69 00:05:58,012 --> 00:05:59,673 As long as there aren't any enemies around, 70 00:05:59,747 --> 00:06:01,840 that shouldn't be too much of a hassle... 71 00:06:02,750 --> 00:06:07,847 Yes... However, not only is time of the essence on this mission, 72 00:06:07,922 --> 00:06:10,413 but it may turn into something quite difficult. 73 00:06:10,691 --> 00:06:11,316 Huh?! 74 00:06:12,193 --> 00:06:14,286 There is a strong possibility that 75 00:06:14,362 --> 00:06:17,160 those under the control of Orochimaru are guiding Sasuke. 76 00:06:18,566 --> 00:06:21,057 This is turning into a real pain in the neck. 77 00:06:21,702 --> 00:06:29,165 That guy... I held him in high respect in so many different ways... 78 00:06:30,745 --> 00:06:34,647 In that case, please give me a four man team 79 00:06:34,715 --> 00:06:37,081 composed only of Jonin and Chunin. 80 00:06:38,753 --> 00:06:40,243 I'm afraid I can't do that... 81 00:06:40,621 --> 00:06:41,986 Huh! Why?! 82 00:06:42,790 --> 00:06:44,189 You already know the answer to that... 83 00:06:45,693 --> 00:06:50,721 Right now, only the barest minimum number of Jonin have been left behind 84 00:06:50,798 --> 00:06:53,358 and the others have all left the village on missions. 85 00:06:56,671 --> 00:06:58,468 Within the next 30 minutes, 86 00:06:58,539 --> 00:07:02,908 I want you to gather all the Genin you consider the best, and leave this village! 87 00:07:13,020 --> 00:07:14,851 It's a drag but... 88 00:07:15,222 --> 00:07:18,248 I know the guy, so I just can't just let the matter go. 89 00:07:18,893 --> 00:07:21,657 What shall be, shall be... 90 00:07:25,166 --> 00:07:29,125 There's one guy I want to recommend. 91 00:07:30,071 --> 00:07:31,971 What! You've gotta be kidding! 92 00:07:34,375 --> 00:07:37,208 You are such a drag starting so early in the morning... 93 00:07:38,112 --> 00:07:40,512 But why this guy? 94 00:07:43,918 --> 00:07:45,783 That jerk! 95 00:07:47,488 --> 00:07:48,750 Hey, just wait here! 96 00:07:48,823 --> 00:07:50,256 I'll change my clothes immediately! 97 00:07:54,562 --> 00:07:56,189 So, do you have your eye... 98 00:07:56,263 --> 00:07:58,754 on any other guys besides me who are excellent? 99 00:07:59,333 --> 00:08:00,425 Yeah... 100 00:08:02,103 --> 00:08:03,661 Wake up! Hey! 101 00:08:03,738 --> 00:08:06,070 You said excellent guys, right... 102 00:08:07,408 --> 00:08:08,739 Can't be helped... 103 00:08:12,546 --> 00:08:14,036 Potato chips? 104 00:08:15,483 --> 00:08:18,350 They're barbecued meat flavor... you help out too! 105 00:08:18,486 --> 00:08:19,043 Huh?! 106 00:08:27,028 --> 00:08:27,585 Here he comes! 107 00:08:32,033 --> 00:08:33,295 Even if it is just potato chips, 108 00:08:33,367 --> 00:08:36,336 I won't let anybody else have the last piece, no matter who you are. 109 00:08:38,172 --> 00:08:41,801 Choji and I have worked as a team for many years, 110 00:08:41,876 --> 00:08:44,470 so coordinating with him is easiest for me. 111 00:08:46,313 --> 00:08:47,974 I understand that, 112 00:08:48,049 --> 00:08:51,541 but in this kind of situation, one would normally solicit Shino first! 113 00:08:52,453 --> 00:08:53,886 Oh, shut up. 114 00:09:01,162 --> 00:09:03,096 Fat chance! 115 00:09:12,406 --> 00:09:16,672 Shino is on a special mission with his father. 116 00:09:17,511 --> 00:09:19,638 Hey... don't tell me... 117 00:09:19,713 --> 00:09:21,078 Right. He's in. 118 00:09:21,148 --> 00:09:22,342 No way! 119 00:09:25,152 --> 00:09:28,053 I see... Sounds interesting... 120 00:09:28,622 --> 00:09:31,921 It looks like it was worth getting up early and going for a walk, doesn't it? 121 00:09:32,059 --> 00:09:34,289 Shikamaru, what about the other guys? 122 00:09:34,695 --> 00:09:38,096 I'd like to take my time to look for some, but we're pressed for time. 123 00:09:38,866 --> 00:09:42,427 If we don't find anybody else by the time we leave the village, 124 00:09:42,503 --> 00:09:43,731 it will be just us! 125 00:09:45,206 --> 00:09:47,436 It appears that your operation was a success. 126 00:09:47,975 --> 00:09:48,532 Yeah... 127 00:09:49,243 --> 00:09:51,336 Is it okay for you to be released already? 128 00:09:51,879 --> 00:09:56,077 I was told that I would be able to undertake light training soon. 129 00:09:57,151 --> 00:09:58,049 I see... 130 00:10:09,396 --> 00:10:10,420 I see... 131 00:10:10,798 --> 00:10:14,928 It's a hassle, but the more people the better... 132 00:10:17,972 --> 00:10:21,135 Damn... At a time like this, I... 133 00:10:23,744 --> 00:10:27,840 Lee! Do what you need to do. 134 00:10:48,269 --> 00:10:51,397 I'll climb these steps alone starting tomorrow! 135 00:10:52,640 --> 00:10:53,368 Lee... 136 00:10:55,776 --> 00:10:58,370 I'll be fine! You go! 137 00:11:07,321 --> 00:11:08,720 We're at our time limit! 138 00:11:14,828 --> 00:11:17,524 Well, I've assembled five people... 139 00:11:24,638 --> 00:11:27,835 All right! Everybody, follow me! 140 00:11:32,980 --> 00:11:33,810 Hey... 141 00:11:34,315 --> 00:11:35,714 Hey, Naruto... 142 00:11:36,183 --> 00:11:40,244 I'm supposed to be the squad leader. Though it sure is a drag... 143 00:11:41,555 --> 00:11:44,786 You really think everything will be okay if things are left in your hands? 144 00:11:44,858 --> 00:11:46,792 You don't seem very reliable... 145 00:11:47,928 --> 00:11:51,261 What's up with you acting like the boss, Naruto? 146 00:11:51,599 --> 00:11:55,194 Although being ordered about by some unmotivated guy like Shikamaru 147 00:11:55,269 --> 00:11:57,464 doesn't sit right with me either... 148 00:11:58,572 --> 00:12:01,473 But Shikamaru is already a Chunin! 149 00:12:01,542 --> 00:12:04,102 We have to follow his orders. 150 00:12:04,645 --> 00:12:07,773 What that means is that the elders of the village recognized him 151 00:12:07,848 --> 00:12:09,440 as capable of being a leader. 152 00:12:11,285 --> 00:12:15,278 Since that's the case, come up with some strategy and plan. 153 00:12:15,656 --> 00:12:17,385 From what I heard, there are enemies 154 00:12:17,458 --> 00:12:19,653 and there's a strong possibility that they're gonna ambush us. 155 00:12:20,828 --> 00:12:23,388 For a start, as this is a rescue operation, 156 00:12:23,464 --> 00:12:25,056 we will be in the position of pursuit. 157 00:12:25,466 --> 00:12:29,163 In other words, the enemy can easily gain the initiative. 158 00:12:30,104 --> 00:12:33,665 Therefore, I will decide on a deployment formation 159 00:12:33,741 --> 00:12:36,039 that will respond quickly to any assault by the enemy. 160 00:12:36,577 --> 00:12:39,705 If you ignore me and move of your own accord, 161 00:12:39,780 --> 00:12:41,179 we will all die. 162 00:12:44,251 --> 00:12:47,118 We will go in a single file formation. 163 00:12:47,554 --> 00:12:51,115 First of all, the all-important spearhead will be... 164 00:12:52,593 --> 00:12:54,322 Kiba, that's you! 165 00:12:56,063 --> 00:12:58,258 You and Akamaru go on walks year round 166 00:12:58,332 --> 00:13:01,267 and are therefore well versed in the terrain and geography of the Land of Fire. 167 00:13:01,435 --> 00:13:03,027 And since your nose is very sensitive, 168 00:13:03,103 --> 00:13:05,162 you can track Sasuke with your sense of smell and, 169 00:13:05,239 --> 00:13:07,833 you can distinguish booby traps that carry the enemy's scent 170 00:13:07,908 --> 00:13:09,136 which makes them easy to find... 171 00:13:10,044 --> 00:13:13,741 And moreover, you and Akamaru as a pair will be extremely efficient 172 00:13:13,814 --> 00:13:18,183 in compensating for the weakness of a single file formation to assault. 173 00:13:19,720 --> 00:13:22,746 And... second in line will be me, the squad leader. 174 00:13:23,324 --> 00:13:26,157 I can give orders as required in any situation 175 00:13:26,226 --> 00:13:28,285 from my position directly behind Kiba 176 00:13:28,362 --> 00:13:32,162 and can give orders to those behind me using only hand signals. 177 00:13:32,766 --> 00:13:36,167 And in the middle... in the number three position is Naruto. 178 00:13:37,671 --> 00:13:39,764 The middle position is the best for you, 179 00:13:39,840 --> 00:13:41,899 since you're capable of executing quick moves 180 00:13:41,975 --> 00:13:45,069 and are able to respond immediately to anything in front or behind. 181 00:13:45,512 --> 00:13:49,278 You're the cornerstone... And you have Shadow Clone, too. 182 00:13:50,617 --> 00:13:53,245 And fourth in line is Choji. 183 00:13:53,354 --> 00:13:56,721 You. You don't have speed, 184 00:13:56,790 --> 00:13:59,258 but your ability to strike is the best among the squad members. 185 00:13:59,560 --> 00:14:02,927 Line leader Kiba, I, and Naruto will launch a surprise attack 186 00:14:02,996 --> 00:14:04,725 and I'll use you to launch the deciding blow. 187 00:14:04,998 --> 00:14:06,829 In other words, your role is to attack the routed enemy. 188 00:14:07,768 --> 00:14:09,929 And then, on the tail end will be you, Neji... 189 00:14:10,471 --> 00:14:14,601 You are assigned to the most difficult position of rear lookout. 190 00:14:15,109 --> 00:14:17,134 You will use your Byakugan to constantly check 191 00:14:17,211 --> 00:14:18,769 that there are no loopholes in the ranks. 192 00:14:24,084 --> 00:14:26,211 Got it? Take a careful look at this. 193 00:14:32,393 --> 00:14:36,159 Use this diagram to verify the radius of your assigned watch. 194 00:14:37,097 --> 00:14:38,826 Kiba watches the front, 195 00:14:38,899 --> 00:14:41,299 I'm responsible for a wide forward view, 196 00:14:42,102 --> 00:14:46,664 Naruto watches left, Choji right, and Neji... 197 00:14:47,141 --> 00:14:50,474 Using your Byakugan, you cover the entire area to the rear. 198 00:14:51,678 --> 00:14:55,341 I want to familiarize myself with our current military potential. 199 00:14:55,883 --> 00:14:59,580 Let me check all the Ninja equipment each of you currently has... 200 00:15:00,020 --> 00:15:01,783 I will commit that to memory straight away. 201 00:15:02,423 --> 00:15:03,856 Any questions? 202 00:15:06,927 --> 00:15:09,327 Even though he just assembled his men a short while ago, 203 00:15:09,396 --> 00:15:12,058 he's already created the best possible formation... 204 00:15:13,167 --> 00:15:17,126 If not, I want to tell you the most important thing last. 205 00:15:21,275 --> 00:15:25,143 Sasuke and I aren't close friends. 206 00:15:25,379 --> 00:15:27,404 In fact, I don't particularly like him. 207 00:15:32,553 --> 00:15:36,319 However, he is also a Shinobi belonging to the Village Hidden in the Leaves. 208 00:15:36,523 --> 00:15:37,717 He is a comrade! 209 00:15:38,125 --> 00:15:40,184 Therefore, I will put my life on the line to help him! 210 00:15:40,928 --> 00:15:42,520 That's the way of the Leaf Village. 211 00:15:43,530 --> 00:15:47,864 In this case, even I can't just sit back and be a sluggard. 212 00:15:49,837 --> 00:15:52,601 Because I am responsible for your lives. 213 00:15:56,543 --> 00:16:01,742 Wow... You're acting kind of like a Chunin, aren't you?! 214 00:16:03,550 --> 00:16:06,644 Okay then, as soon as he's checked our Ninja tools, we'll depart. 215 00:16:07,287 --> 00:16:08,914 Everybody, take out your Ninja tools. 216 00:16:17,898 --> 00:16:21,163 Sasuke wouldn't fall victim to that kind of guy's enticement... 217 00:16:21,235 --> 00:16:23,328 He's already a really powerful guy, 218 00:16:23,403 --> 00:16:27,533 so he wouldn't need to do that kind of thing! I guarantee it! 219 00:16:31,411 --> 00:16:34,778 Damn... Why, Sasuke... ?! 220 00:16:35,649 --> 00:16:37,583 All right! Let's go! 221 00:16:37,651 --> 00:16:38,345 Wait! 222 00:16:44,291 --> 00:16:45,223 Sakura! 223 00:16:46,793 --> 00:16:49,329 I heard the whole story from Lady Hokage. 224 00:16:49,329 --> 00:16:51,695 I'm sorry, but I can't take you along on this mission. 225 00:16:53,433 --> 00:16:56,994 Even you weren't able to convince Sasuke, right? 226 00:16:58,872 --> 00:17:02,968 All that can be done now is for us to use force to convince him... 227 00:17:03,644 --> 00:17:06,977 Sakura, your role in this has ended. 228 00:17:10,784 --> 00:17:14,049 Which means, Sakura, that you and Sasuke?! 229 00:17:18,992 --> 00:17:19,924 Sakura... 230 00:17:30,003 --> 00:17:35,270 Naruto... This is a... once in a lifetime request... 231 00:17:37,010 --> 00:17:41,174 Please bring... please bring Sasuke back. 232 00:17:42,749 --> 00:17:48,915 I couldn't do it! I wasn't able to stop Sasuke! 233 00:17:50,190 --> 00:17:54,490 At this point, the only person who would be able to stop Sasuke... 234 00:17:54,561 --> 00:17:56,825 who would be able to save him... 235 00:17:57,965 --> 00:18:00,866 is you... Naruto... 236 00:18:11,511 --> 00:18:15,106 You like Sasuke so much, don't you, Sakura? 237 00:18:16,683 --> 00:18:20,449 I understand to my very core 238 00:18:20,921 --> 00:18:23,389 how painful it must be for you right now, Sakura. 239 00:18:27,094 --> 00:18:30,928 Sakura, there's one thing I want to ask you. 240 00:18:30,998 --> 00:18:31,930 Huh? 241 00:18:32,566 --> 00:18:35,160 How do you feel about...Naruto? 242 00:18:37,270 --> 00:18:40,603 Thwarting someone's love seems to have become natural to him. 243 00:18:41,141 --> 00:18:43,735 He actually seems to be enjoying my suffering. 244 00:18:44,211 --> 00:18:47,442 Naruto doesn't understand the least thing about me. 245 00:18:48,015 --> 00:18:49,073 He's just annoying. 246 00:19:02,295 --> 00:19:05,264 Naruto... thank you... 247 00:19:06,900 --> 00:19:12,338 I'll bring Sasuke back without fail! I promise that on my life! 248 00:19:15,475 --> 00:19:18,467 You always understood me... 249 00:19:19,680 --> 00:19:22,410 You always helped me... 250 00:19:27,220 --> 00:19:28,152 Naruto... 251 00:19:33,627 --> 00:19:35,356 Hey, hey, Naruto! 252 00:19:35,429 --> 00:19:38,830 You really think you're gonna be okay saying that kind of thing?! 253 00:19:38,999 --> 00:19:41,934 Sure! I will not go back on my word. 254 00:19:42,269 --> 00:19:44,066 That's my Way of the Ninja! 255 00:19:44,471 --> 00:19:47,599 All right! Let's hurry up and go! 256 00:19:47,874 --> 00:19:51,935 We've lost a little time... Let's hurry! 257 00:19:52,479 --> 00:19:53,036 OK! 258 00:20:09,229 --> 00:20:12,255 Naruto struck the pose of a nice guy as he said that... 259 00:20:13,100 --> 00:20:14,294 It'll all be all right now. 260 00:20:15,402 --> 00:20:18,064 I'm positive... I'm positive that it will all go well! 261 00:20:36,056 --> 00:20:39,321 Master Sasuke... Around here will do, don't you think? 262 00:20:39,392 --> 00:20:41,883 We've already exited the Village Hidden in the Leaves. 263 00:20:43,363 --> 00:20:44,261 What is that? 264 00:20:45,298 --> 00:20:46,526 To tell you the truth, 265 00:20:46,600 --> 00:20:50,161 Orochimaru has given us one important task... 266 00:20:51,404 --> 00:20:53,429 So... what is it? 267 00:21:11,057 --> 00:21:14,584 It will be necessary for you to die once... 268 00:21:25,338 --> 00:21:32,437 Once in a long while, once in a while 269 00:21:32,579 --> 00:21:38,108 The remnants of a person broken by dreams 270 00:21:38,285 --> 00:21:43,348 Look like a mountain 271 00:21:46,660 --> 00:21:53,657 Clinging to the Divine, clinging to Buddha 272 00:21:53,733 --> 00:21:59,262 The remnants of a person crying 273 00:21:59,673 --> 00:22:03,234 Look like a mountain 274 00:22:04,911 --> 00:22:07,971 Rendezvous with a happy dance circle 275 00:22:08,048 --> 00:22:11,848 This is my victory pose, round and around (round around) 276 00:22:12,185 --> 00:22:15,120 Shake shake shake Let's look 277 00:22:15,188 --> 00:22:19,318 With a bye bye rhythm that never ends 278 00:22:28,501 --> 00:22:33,598 Look like a mountain 279 00:22:35,542 --> 00:22:38,807 Look like a mountain 280 00:22:39,212 --> 00:22:42,409 Look like a mountain 281 00:22:42,682 --> 00:22:46,675 Look like a mountain 282 00:22:50,390 --> 00:22:53,052 From here on up, there's more danger of traps and ambushes. 283 00:22:53,260 --> 00:22:55,091 - Stay alert and use all your senses. - Roger that! 284 00:22:55,295 --> 00:22:57,422 - Find the enemy before he gets you. - You can count on me! 285 00:22:57,497 --> 00:22:59,431 - And any signs of the enemy - Right! 286 00:22:59,599 --> 00:23:01,294 Say, are you listening?! 287 00:23:01,368 --> 00:23:03,802 Not to worry. No matter who the enemy may be, 288 00:23:03,870 --> 00:23:06,498 I'll thrash him with my new technique! 289 00:23:06,573 --> 00:23:09,906 I'm a fool to even attempt to explain. 290 00:23:10,844 --> 00:23:14,644 Next time: "Sound vs. Leaf"