Naruto

Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds

Episode 108 Canon Kazekage Rescue Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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As Naruto and Sasuke prepare to clash, Kakashi intervenes, reminding them of the costs of vengeance and the importance of friendship. Meanwhile, Sakura asks Naruto on a date, adding emotional complexity, just as new enemies arrive, intensifying Sasuke's internal struggle about his future.

Full Plot Summary

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As Naruto and Sasuke are about to clash, Kakashi Hatake appears and deflects them into different water towers. Sasuke finds Naruto's tower to be considerably worse off, and only comes to envy Naruto's strength more upon seeing the actual damage. Kakashi takes Sasuke aside and lectures him about not attacking friends. Sasuke said if anyone Kakashi cared about gets killed in front of him maybe he would think differently, Kakashi then tells him that he is too late to test it out, because they are all already dead. Kakashi tells Sasuke that Revenge will not truly bring happiness to him and is the wrong answer and leaves him, trusting he will not choose vengeance. Meanwhile, Sakura asks Naruto on a date that she had denied a long time ago when they were first assigned to Team 7. While Sasuke debates on whether to stay with the village or take revenge on Itachi, the Sound Four arrive and attack him.

Episode FAQ

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What episode is "Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds" in Naruto?

"Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds" is episode 108 of Naruto.

Is "Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds" canon or filler?

"Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds" part of?

"Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds" is part of the Kazekage Rescue 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.

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