Naruto

The Top 5 Ninja Battles

Episode 202 Filler Tenchi Bridge Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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This special episode recaps five notable ninja battles from the Sasuke Retrieval arc, featuring fight highlights and interviews. It culminates with a surprise guest appearance that offers insight into Sasuke's situation.

Full Plot Summary

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Naruto and Sakura Haruno host a special recap episode. The episode features highlights of five battles from the Sasuke Retrieval arc: the battle between Naruto and Sasuke Uchiha on the hospital roof, the battle between Choji and Jirobo, the battle between Kiba and Sakon, the battle between Neji and Kidomaru, and the last battle between Naruto and Sasuke. There are also interviews with Choji, Kiba and Neji, who all beat up Naruto for making fun of them and saying things like "Choji's fight made him sweat." At the end of the show, Jiraiya announces a surprise guest—Orochimaru—who gives Sakura and Naruto an opportunity to briefly see Sasuke.

Episode FAQ

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What episode is "The Top 5 Ninja Battles" in Naruto?

"The Top 5 Ninja Battles" is episode 202 of Naruto.

Is "The Top 5 Ninja Battles" canon or filler?

"The Top 5 Ninja Battles" is listed as filler in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Top 5 Ninja Battles" part of?

"The Top 5 Ninja Battles" is part of the Tenchi Bridge 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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