Naruto

Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!

Episode 31 Canon Chunin Exams Arc 23 min

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Sakura tends to her team's injuries while unaware that Team Dosu is nearby, intent on threatening Sasuke. When the Sound Genin reveal themselves, Lee arrives just in time to protect Sakura, leading to a fierce battle showcasing the risks and alliances during the Chunin Exams.

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After the ordeal with Orochimaru, Sakura managed to move her team mates under a tree to tend to their wounds overnight. During this time, Sakura is unaware that her team are being watched by Team Dosu, and wards off a squirrel that they had placed a paper bomb onto, without knowing that it had been made into an explosive device. Soon after, the Sound Genin make their presence known as they reveal their intent to kill Sasuke while dealing with the numerous traps that Sakura had prepared to defend her teammates. Luckily, having been guided by the squirrel after saving it, Lee arrives to protect Sakura. As the battle ensued, Lee uses the Primary Lotus on Dosu but the impact is cushioned by Zaku Abumi and Lee is knocked out.

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What episode is "Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!" in Naruto?

"Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!" is episode 31 of Naruto.

Is "Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!" canon or filler?

"Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!" part of?

"Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!" is part of the Chunin Exams Arc.

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