1 00:00:15,867 --> 00:00:21,305 Connecting old words that have been used up 2 00:00:22,140 --> 00:00:30,047 I just want to convey my simple thoughts 3 00:00:30,115 --> 00:00:35,485 That day's faint wind blows away 4 00:00:35,554 --> 00:00:39,615 at the castle ruins of yesterday 5 00:00:40,859 --> 00:00:45,762 I'll laugh with you and live for the moment 6 00:00:46,498 --> 00:00:53,404 Still that incident will continue to trouble you, right? 7 00:00:54,806 --> 00:00:58,298 That's why it must be good bye 8 00:00:58,376 --> 00:01:05,339 Leaving nothing behind, let us share what is left 9 00:01:05,417 --> 00:01:12,482 In time, we'll realize that it was everything 10 00:01:12,557 --> 00:01:19,224 And sadness will touch our cheeks, creating a river of tears 11 00:01:19,698 --> 00:01:29,198 Trembling thoughts swept into a vortex and melting away 12 00:01:51,296 --> 00:01:53,025 Don't forget your objective... 13 00:01:56,167 --> 00:01:57,191 Don't go! 14 00:02:00,105 --> 00:02:01,231 Thank you... 15 00:02:04,542 --> 00:02:06,476 Sasuke... 16 00:02:12,384 --> 00:02:17,686 Formation! The Sasuke Retrieval Squad! 17 00:02:21,760 --> 00:02:23,660 It's already four o'clock in the morning... 18 00:02:24,262 --> 00:02:26,492 That Fifth Hokage is a real slave driver. 19 00:02:26,564 --> 00:02:29,294 She ought to retrieve the documents she forgot herself... 20 00:02:33,405 --> 00:02:35,805 Huh... What's the matter? 21 00:02:39,844 --> 00:02:41,004 Hey! Wake up! 22 00:02:41,079 --> 00:02:43,411 You'll catch cold if you sleep in a place like this. 23 00:02:48,053 --> 00:02:49,111 Thank you... 24 00:02:50,522 --> 00:02:51,216 Huh! 25 00:02:51,589 --> 00:02:52,385 Sasuke! 26 00:03:20,051 --> 00:03:21,075 Good work... 27 00:03:24,422 --> 00:03:26,890 Fifth Hokage! You were asleep just now, weren't you? 28 00:03:26,958 --> 00:03:29,256 When you made us go to fetch the documents! 29 00:03:29,327 --> 00:03:31,192 And only you got to sleep! 30 00:03:33,364 --> 00:03:34,991 More importantly, Lady Hokage, 31 00:03:35,066 --> 00:03:36,795 there's something I want to report to you. 32 00:03:37,502 --> 00:03:38,526 What is it? 33 00:03:42,207 --> 00:03:43,504 What did you just say?! 34 00:03:43,575 --> 00:03:44,439 Is that true?! 35 00:03:44,976 --> 00:03:45,738 Yes... 36 00:03:46,177 --> 00:03:50,045 According to Sakura Haruno, it appears that there's no mistake... 37 00:03:53,685 --> 00:03:56,711 Unbelievable... That they should already be on the move... 38 00:03:57,422 --> 00:04:01,119 In addition to getting what I want... 39 00:04:01,192 --> 00:04:06,687 This time, I will completely destroy Leaf Village. 40 00:04:08,767 --> 00:04:11,292 So what that pervert wants... 41 00:04:13,071 --> 00:04:14,971 is the Uchiha's powers, huh... 42 00:04:17,609 --> 00:04:18,974 Izumo! Kotetsu! 43 00:04:19,644 --> 00:04:21,544 There's somebody I want you to bring here! 44 00:04:24,582 --> 00:04:29,212 Hurry up and eat, Shikamaru! Your Dad's mission starts today, too! 45 00:04:29,420 --> 00:04:31,752 There's not that much time for morning training! 46 00:04:32,490 --> 00:04:33,514 OK, OK. 47 00:04:34,125 --> 00:04:35,285 One OK is enough! 48 00:04:36,761 --> 00:04:39,525 Nag, nag, nag from early in the morning... 49 00:04:41,566 --> 00:04:43,898 I wonder who it could be so early in the morning? 50 00:04:46,604 --> 00:04:48,162 Hey... Dad... 51 00:04:48,506 --> 00:04:49,268 What is it? 52 00:04:49,874 --> 00:04:52,707 Why did you marry a hard edged woman like Mom? 53 00:04:54,913 --> 00:04:56,073 Let's see now... 54 00:04:56,848 --> 00:04:59,942 Even though Mom's like that, she smiles gently sometimes... 55 00:05:00,585 --> 00:05:01,847 Maybe that's why... 56 00:05:06,391 --> 00:05:07,881 Is that the only reason? 57 00:05:09,928 --> 00:05:10,792 Shikamaru! 58 00:05:12,130 --> 00:05:14,462 A messenger of the Fifth Hokage is here. 59 00:05:19,604 --> 00:05:22,971 Sasuke Uchiha apparently slipped out of the village late last night. 60 00:05:24,576 --> 00:05:25,873 And... there is almost no mistake 61 00:05:25,944 --> 00:05:28,606 that he is headed for the Village Hidden in the Sound! 62 00:05:28,913 --> 00:05:31,074 Slipped out?! Why... 63 00:05:32,517 --> 00:05:35,350 Because he was enticed by that Orochimaru! 64 00:05:36,721 --> 00:05:39,554 W W Wait a minute! 65 00:05:40,258 --> 00:05:44,194 Why does Sasuke have to be enticed by a risky guy like that?! 66 00:05:44,929 --> 00:05:48,990 The reason doesn't matter. In any case, there's no time. 67 00:05:49,834 --> 00:05:53,600 You will perform your first mission as a Chunin... 68 00:05:54,839 --> 00:05:57,273 So all I have to do is bring Sasuke back? 69 00:05:58,009 --> 00:05:59,670 As long as there aren't any enemies around, 70 00:05:59,744 --> 00:06:01,837 that shouldn't be too much of a hassle... 71 00:06:02,747 --> 00:06:07,844 Yes... However, not only is time of the essence on this mission, 72 00:06:07,919 --> 00:06:10,410 but it may turn into something quite difficult. 73 00:06:10,688 --> 00:06:11,313 Huh?! 74 00:06:12,190 --> 00:06:14,283 There is a strong possibility that 75 00:06:14,359 --> 00:06:17,157 those under the control of Orochimaru are guiding Sasuke. 76 00:06:18,563 --> 00:06:21,054 This is turning into a real pain in the neck. 77 00:06:21,699 --> 00:06:29,162 That guy... I held him in high respect in so many different ways... 78 00:06:30,742 --> 00:06:34,644 In that case, please give me a four man team 79 00:06:34,712 --> 00:06:37,078 composed only of Jonin and Chunin. 80 00:06:38,750 --> 00:06:40,240 I'm afraid I can't do that... 81 00:06:40,618 --> 00:06:41,983 Huh! Why?! 82 00:06:42,787 --> 00:06:44,186 You already know the answer to that... 83 00:06:45,690 --> 00:06:50,718 Right now, only the barest minimum number of Jonin have been left behind 84 00:06:50,795 --> 00:06:53,355 and the others have all left the village on missions. 85 00:06:56,668 --> 00:06:58,465 Within the next 30 minutes, 86 00:06:58,536 --> 00:07:02,905 I want you to gather all the Genin you consider the best, and leave this village! 87 00:07:13,017 --> 00:07:14,848 It's a drag but... 88 00:07:15,219 --> 00:07:18,245 I know the guy, so I just can't just let the matter go. 89 00:07:18,890 --> 00:07:21,654 What shall be, shall be... 90 00:07:25,163 --> 00:07:29,122 There's one guy I want to recommend. 91 00:07:30,068 --> 00:07:31,968 What! You've gotta be kidding! 92 00:07:34,372 --> 00:07:37,205 You are such a drag starting so early in the morning... 93 00:07:38,109 --> 00:07:40,509 But why this guy? 94 00:07:43,915 --> 00:07:45,780 That jerk! 95 00:07:47,485 --> 00:07:48,747 Hey, just wait here! 96 00:07:48,820 --> 00:07:50,253 I'll change my clothes immediately! 97 00:07:54,559 --> 00:07:56,186 So, do you have your eye... 98 00:07:56,260 --> 00:07:58,751 on any other guys besides me who are excellent? 99 00:07:59,330 --> 00:08:00,422 Yeah... 100 00:08:02,100 --> 00:08:03,658 Wake up! Hey! 101 00:08:03,735 --> 00:08:06,067 You said excellent guys, right... 102 00:08:07,405 --> 00:08:08,736 Can't be helped... 103 00:08:12,543 --> 00:08:14,033 Potato chips? 104 00:08:15,480 --> 00:08:18,347 They're barbecued meat flavor... you help out too! 105 00:08:18,483 --> 00:08:19,040 Huh?! 106 00:08:27,025 --> 00:08:27,582 Here he comes! 107 00:08:32,030 --> 00:08:33,292 Even if it is just potato chips, 108 00:08:33,364 --> 00:08:36,333 I won't let anybody else have the last piece, no matter who you are. 109 00:08:38,169 --> 00:08:41,798 Choji and I have worked as a team for many years, 110 00:08:41,873 --> 00:08:44,467 so coordinating with him is easiest for me. 111 00:08:46,310 --> 00:08:47,971 I understand that, 112 00:08:48,046 --> 00:08:51,538 but in this kind of situation, one would normally solicit Shino first! 113 00:08:52,450 --> 00:08:53,883 Oh, shut up. 114 00:09:01,159 --> 00:09:03,093 Fat chance! 115 00:09:12,403 --> 00:09:16,669 Shino is on a special mission with his father. 116 00:09:17,508 --> 00:09:19,635 Hey... don't tell me... 117 00:09:19,710 --> 00:09:21,075 Right. He's in. 118 00:09:21,145 --> 00:09:22,339 No way! 119 00:09:25,149 --> 00:09:28,050 I see... Sounds interesting... 120 00:09:28,619 --> 00:09:31,918 It looks like it was worth getting up early and going for a walk, doesn't it? 121 00:09:32,056 --> 00:09:34,286 Shikamaru, what about the other guys? 122 00:09:34,692 --> 00:09:38,093 I'd like to take my time to look for some, but we're pressed for time. 123 00:09:38,863 --> 00:09:42,424 If we don't find anybody else by the time we leave the village, 124 00:09:42,500 --> 00:09:43,728 it will be just us! 125 00:09:45,203 --> 00:09:47,433 It appears that your operation was a success. 126 00:09:47,972 --> 00:09:48,529 Yeah... 127 00:09:49,240 --> 00:09:51,333 Is it okay for you to be released already? 128 00:09:51,876 --> 00:09:56,074 I was told that I would be able to undertake light training soon. 129 00:09:57,148 --> 00:09:58,046 I see... 130 00:10:09,393 --> 00:10:10,417 I see... 131 00:10:10,795 --> 00:10:14,925 It's a hassle, but the more people the better... 132 00:10:17,969 --> 00:10:21,132 Damn... At a time like this, I... 133 00:10:23,741 --> 00:10:27,837 Lee! Do what you need to do. 134 00:10:48,266 --> 00:10:51,394 I'll climb these steps alone starting tomorrow! 135 00:10:52,637 --> 00:10:53,365 Lee... 136 00:10:55,773 --> 00:10:58,367 I'll be fine! You go! 137 00:11:07,318 --> 00:11:08,717 We're at our time limit! 138 00:11:14,825 --> 00:11:17,521 Well, I've assembled five people... 139 00:11:24,635 --> 00:11:27,832 All right! Everybody, follow me! 140 00:11:32,977 --> 00:11:33,807 Hey... 141 00:11:34,312 --> 00:11:35,711 Hey, Naruto... 142 00:11:36,180 --> 00:11:40,241 I'm supposed to be the squad leader. Though it sure is a drag... 143 00:11:41,552 --> 00:11:44,783 You really think everything will be okay if things are left in your hands? 144 00:11:44,855 --> 00:11:46,789 You don't seem very reliable... 145 00:11:47,925 --> 00:11:51,258 What's up with you acting like the boss, Naruto? 146 00:11:51,596 --> 00:11:55,191 Although being ordered about by some unmotivated guy like Shikamaru 147 00:11:55,266 --> 00:11:57,461 doesn't sit right with me either... 148 00:11:58,569 --> 00:12:01,470 But Shikamaru is already a Chunin! 149 00:12:01,539 --> 00:12:04,099 We have to follow his orders. 150 00:12:04,642 --> 00:12:07,770 What that means is that the elders of the village recognized him 151 00:12:07,845 --> 00:12:09,437 as capable of being a leader. 152 00:12:11,282 --> 00:12:15,275 Since that's the case, come up with some strategy and plan. 153 00:12:15,653 --> 00:12:17,382 From what I heard, there are enemies 154 00:12:17,455 --> 00:12:19,650 and there's a strong possibility that they're gonna ambush us. 155 00:12:20,825 --> 00:12:23,385 For a start, as this is a rescue operation, 156 00:12:23,461 --> 00:12:25,053 we will be in the position of pursuit. 157 00:12:25,463 --> 00:12:29,160 In other words, the enemy can easily gain the initiative. 158 00:12:30,101 --> 00:12:33,662 Therefore, I will decide on a deployment formation 159 00:12:33,738 --> 00:12:36,036 that will respond quickly to any assault by the enemy. 160 00:12:36,574 --> 00:12:39,702 If you ignore me and move of your own accord, 161 00:12:39,777 --> 00:12:41,176 we will all die. 162 00:12:44,248 --> 00:12:47,115 We will go in a single file formation. 163 00:12:47,551 --> 00:12:51,112 First of all, the all-important spearhead will be... 164 00:12:52,590 --> 00:12:54,319 Kiba, that's you! 165 00:12:56,060 --> 00:12:58,255 You and Akamaru go on walks year round 166 00:12:58,329 --> 00:13:01,264 and are therefore well versed in the terrain and geography of the Land of Fire. 167 00:13:01,432 --> 00:13:03,024 And since your nose is very sensitive, 168 00:13:03,100 --> 00:13:05,159 you can track Sasuke with your sense of smell and, 169 00:13:05,236 --> 00:13:07,830 you can distinguish booby traps that carry the enemy's scent 170 00:13:07,905 --> 00:13:09,133 which makes them easy to find... 171 00:13:10,041 --> 00:13:13,738 And moreover, you and Akamaru as a pair will be extremely efficient 172 00:13:13,811 --> 00:13:18,180 in compensating for the weakness of a single file formation to assault. 173 00:13:19,717 --> 00:13:22,743 And... second in line will be me, the squad leader. 174 00:13:23,321 --> 00:13:26,154 I can give orders as required in any situation 175 00:13:26,223 --> 00:13:28,282 from my position directly behind Kiba 176 00:13:28,359 --> 00:13:32,159 and can give orders to those behind me using only hand signals. 177 00:13:32,763 --> 00:13:36,164 And in the middle... in the number three position is Naruto. 178 00:13:37,668 --> 00:13:39,761 The middle position is the best for you, 179 00:13:39,837 --> 00:13:41,896 since you're capable of executing quick moves 180 00:13:41,972 --> 00:13:45,066 and are able to respond immediately to anything in front or behind. 181 00:13:45,509 --> 00:13:49,275 You're the cornerstone... And you have Shadow Clone, too. 182 00:13:50,614 --> 00:13:53,242 And fourth in line is Choji. 183 00:13:53,351 --> 00:13:56,718 You. You don't have speed, 184 00:13:56,787 --> 00:13:59,255 but your ability to strike is the best among the squad members. 185 00:13:59,557 --> 00:14:02,924 Line leader Kiba, I, and Naruto will launch a surprise attack 186 00:14:02,993 --> 00:14:04,722 and I'll use you to launch the deciding blow. 187 00:14:04,995 --> 00:14:06,826 In other words, your role is to attack the routed enemy. 188 00:14:07,765 --> 00:14:09,926 And then, on the tail end will be you, Neji... 189 00:14:10,468 --> 00:14:14,598 You are assigned to the most difficult position of rear lookout. 190 00:14:15,106 --> 00:14:17,131 You will use your Byakugan to constantly check 191 00:14:17,208 --> 00:14:18,766 that there are no loopholes in the ranks. 192 00:14:24,081 --> 00:14:26,208 Got it? Take a careful look at this. 193 00:14:32,390 --> 00:14:36,156 Use this diagram to verify the radius of your assigned watch. 194 00:14:37,094 --> 00:14:38,823 Kiba watches the front, 195 00:14:38,896 --> 00:14:41,296 I'm responsible for a wide forward view, 196 00:14:42,099 --> 00:14:46,661 Naruto watches left, Choji right, and Neji... 197 00:14:47,138 --> 00:14:50,471 Using your Byakugan, you cover the entire area to the rear. 198 00:14:51,675 --> 00:14:55,338 I want to familiarize myself with our current military potential. 199 00:14:55,880 --> 00:14:59,577 Let me check all the Ninja equipment each of you currently has... 200 00:15:00,017 --> 00:15:01,780 I will commit that to memory straight away. 201 00:15:02,420 --> 00:15:03,853 Any questions? 202 00:15:06,924 --> 00:15:09,324 Even though he just assembled his men a short while ago, 203 00:15:09,393 --> 00:15:12,055 he's already created the best possible formation... 204 00:15:13,164 --> 00:15:17,123 If not, I want to tell you the most important thing last. 205 00:15:21,272 --> 00:15:25,140 Sasuke and I aren't close friends. 206 00:15:25,376 --> 00:15:27,401 In fact, I don't particularly like him. 207 00:15:32,550 --> 00:15:36,316 However, he is also a Shinobi belonging to the Village Hidden in the Leaves. 208 00:15:36,520 --> 00:15:37,714 He is a comrade! 209 00:15:38,122 --> 00:15:40,181 Therefore, I will put my life on the line to help him! 210 00:15:40,925 --> 00:15:42,517 That's the way of the Leaf Village. 211 00:15:43,527 --> 00:15:47,861 In this case, even I can't just sit back and be a sluggard. 212 00:15:49,834 --> 00:15:52,598 Because I am responsible for your lives. 213 00:15:56,540 --> 00:16:01,739 Wow... You're acting kind of like a Chunin, aren't you?! 214 00:16:03,547 --> 00:16:06,641 Okay then, as soon as he's checked our Ninja tools, we'll depart. 215 00:16:07,284 --> 00:16:08,911 Everybody, take out your Ninja tools. 216 00:16:17,895 --> 00:16:21,160 Sasuke wouldn't fall victim to that kind of guy's enticement... 217 00:16:21,232 --> 00:16:23,325 He's already a really powerful guy, 218 00:16:23,400 --> 00:16:27,530 so he wouldn't need to do that kind of thing! I guarantee it! 219 00:16:31,408 --> 00:16:34,775 Damn... Why, Sasuke... ?! 220 00:16:35,646 --> 00:16:37,580 All right! Let's go! 221 00:16:37,648 --> 00:16:38,342 Wait! 222 00:16:44,288 --> 00:16:45,220 Sakura! 223 00:16:46,790 --> 00:16:49,326 I heard the whole story from Lady Hokage. 224 00:16:49,326 --> 00:16:51,692 I'm sorry, but I can't take you along on this mission. 225 00:16:53,430 --> 00:16:56,991 Even you weren't able to convince Sasuke, right? 226 00:16:58,869 --> 00:17:02,965 All that can be done now is for us to use force to convince him... 227 00:17:03,641 --> 00:17:06,974 Sakura, your role in this has ended. 228 00:17:10,781 --> 00:17:14,046 Which means, Sakura, that you and Sasuke?! 229 00:17:18,989 --> 00:17:19,921 Sakura... 230 00:17:30,000 --> 00:17:35,267 Naruto... This is a... once in a lifetime request... 231 00:17:37,007 --> 00:17:41,171 Please bring... please bring Sasuke back. 232 00:17:42,746 --> 00:17:48,912 I couldn't do it! I wasn't able to stop Sasuke! 233 00:17:50,187 --> 00:17:54,487 At this point, the only person who would be able to stop Sasuke... 234 00:17:54,558 --> 00:17:56,822 who would be able to save him... 235 00:17:57,962 --> 00:18:00,863 is you... Naruto... 236 00:18:11,508 --> 00:18:15,103 You like Sasuke so much, don't you, Sakura? 237 00:18:16,680 --> 00:18:20,446 I understand to my very core 238 00:18:20,918 --> 00:18:23,386 how painful it must be for you right now, Sakura. 239 00:18:27,091 --> 00:18:30,925 Sakura, there's one thing I want to ask you. 240 00:18:30,995 --> 00:18:31,927 Huh? 241 00:18:32,563 --> 00:18:35,157 How do you feel about...Naruto? 242 00:18:37,267 --> 00:18:40,600 Thwarting someone's love seems to have become natural to him. 243 00:18:41,138 --> 00:18:43,732 He actually seems to be enjoying my suffering. 244 00:18:44,208 --> 00:18:47,439 Naruto doesn't understand the least thing about me. 245 00:18:48,012 --> 00:18:49,070 He's just annoying. 246 00:19:02,292 --> 00:19:05,261 Naruto... thank you... 247 00:19:06,897 --> 00:19:12,335 I'll bring Sasuke back without fail! I promise that on my life! 248 00:19:15,472 --> 00:19:18,464 You always understood me... 249 00:19:19,677 --> 00:19:22,407 You always helped me... 250 00:19:27,217 --> 00:19:28,149 Naruto... 251 00:19:33,624 --> 00:19:35,353 Hey, hey, Naruto! 252 00:19:35,426 --> 00:19:38,827 You really think you're gonna be okay saying that kind of thing?! 253 00:19:38,996 --> 00:19:41,931 Sure! I will not go back on my word. 254 00:19:42,266 --> 00:19:44,063 That's my Way of the Ninja! 255 00:19:44,468 --> 00:19:47,596 All right! Let's hurry up and go! 256 00:19:47,871 --> 00:19:51,932 We've lost a little time... Let's hurry! 257 00:19:52,476 --> 00:19:53,033 OK! 258 00:20:09,226 --> 00:20:12,252 Naruto struck the pose of a nice guy as he said that... 259 00:20:13,097 --> 00:20:14,291 It'll all be all right now. 260 00:20:15,399 --> 00:20:18,061 I'm positive... I'm positive that it will all go well! 261 00:20:36,053 --> 00:20:39,318 Master Sasuke... Around here will do, don't you think? 262 00:20:39,389 --> 00:20:41,880 We've already exited the Village Hidden in the Leaves. 263 00:20:43,360 --> 00:20:44,258 What is that? 264 00:20:45,295 --> 00:20:46,523 To tell you the truth, 265 00:20:46,597 --> 00:20:50,158 Orochimaru has given us one important task... 266 00:20:51,401 --> 00:20:53,426 So... what is it? 267 00:21:11,054 --> 00:21:14,581 It will be necessary for you to die once... 268 00:21:25,335 --> 00:21:32,434 Once in a long while, once in a while 269 00:21:32,576 --> 00:21:38,105 The remnants of a person broken by dreams 270 00:21:38,282 --> 00:21:43,345 Look like a mountain 271 00:21:46,657 --> 00:21:53,654 Clinging to the Divine, clinging to Buddha 272 00:21:53,730 --> 00:21:59,259 The remnants of a person crying 273 00:21:59,670 --> 00:22:03,231 Look like a mountain 274 00:22:04,908 --> 00:22:07,968 Rendezvous with a happy dance circle 275 00:22:08,045 --> 00:22:11,845 This is my victory pose, round and around (round around) 276 00:22:12,182 --> 00:22:15,117 Shake shake shake Let's look 277 00:22:15,185 --> 00:22:19,315 With a bye bye rhythm that never ends 278 00:22:28,498 --> 00:22:33,595 Look like a mountain 279 00:22:35,539 --> 00:22:38,804 Look like a mountain 280 00:22:39,209 --> 00:22:42,406 Look like a mountain 281 00:22:42,679 --> 00:22:46,672 Look like a mountain 282 00:22:50,387 --> 00:22:53,049 From here on up, there's more danger of traps and ambushes. 283 00:22:53,257 --> 00:22:55,088 - Stay alert and use all your senses. - Roger that! 284 00:22:55,292 --> 00:22:57,419 - Find the enemy before he gets you. - You can count on me! 285 00:22:57,494 --> 00:22:59,428 - And any signs of the enemy - Right! 286 00:22:59,596 --> 00:23:01,291 Say, are you listening?! 287 00:23:01,365 --> 00:23:03,799 Not to worry. No matter who the enemy may be, 288 00:23:03,867 --> 00:23:06,495 I'll thrash him with my new technique! 289 00:23:06,570 --> 00:23:09,903 I'm a fool to even attempt to explain. 290 00:23:10,841 --> 00:23:14,641 Next time: "Sound vs. Leaf"