What episode is "Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi" in Naruto?
"Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi" is episode 100 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readFacing the risks of a critical medical operation, Guy encourages Lee to confront his fears and embrace his ninja path. Meanwhile, Tsunade assumes her role as Hokage, symbolizing hope and protection for the village.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersGuy and Lee discuss the operation, and Lee expresses his fears of dying as well as his fears of never being a ninja. The two reminisce about their time together, and Guy finally decides that if Lee dies during the operation, so will he, as he cannot live if Lee is not a ninja. Guy's words inspire Lee, and he decides to take the operation. Tsunade, meanwhile, manages to increase the odds of Lee's survival to 58%, and is satisfied that Lee will most likely survive the operation. Tsunade is inaugurated as Hokage, and the role of the village's protector is passed on to her.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi" canon or filler?
"Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi" part of?
"Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi" is part of the Sasuke Retrieval Arc.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Kakashi Hatake main 
Naruto Uzumaki main 
Sakura Haruno main 
Sasuke Uchiha main 
Akamaru supporting 
Asuma Sarutobi supporting Choji Akimichi supporting 
Hinata Hyuga supporting 
Ino Yamanaka supporting 
Iruka Umino supporting 
Jiraiya supporting 
Kankuro supporting 
Kiba Inuzuka supporting Kurenai Yuhi supporting Might Guy supporting 
Neji Hyuga supporting 
Rock Lee supporting 
Shikamaru Nara supporting Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow 2004 
Naruto the Movie 2: Legend of the Stone of Gelel 2005 
Naruto the Movie 3: Guardians of the Crescent Moon Kingdom 2006 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie 2007 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Bonds 2008 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Will of Fire 2009