Naruto Shippuden

The Great Snake's Pupil

Episode 113 Canon Five Kage Summit Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Orochimaru faces challenges as he attempts to take Sasuke's body, leading to a fierce confrontation. Meanwhile, the threat grows with the Akatsuki capturing the Three-Tails, signaling rising danger for the ninja world.

Full Plot Summary

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The time for the Reanimation jutsu is coming and Orochimaru's body is reaching its limit. Orochimaru and Kabuto discuss Sasuke Uchiha's growth during the Chunin Exams, and recall how the Third Hokage took away Orochimaru’s ability to use jutsu. Orochimaru also tells Kabuto that he wants Sasuke's body. After practicing his ninja techniques, Sasuke makes a sudden attack on Orochimaru, having nothing else to learn from him. He attacks using his Chidori, criticising Orochimaru for his experiments that waste innocent lives, and how he targeted the youngest of the Uchiha clan in order to attain the Sharingan, since he could not go up against Itachi. Orochimaru reveals his true form, a giant white snake, and makes his attempt to take Sasuke's body. Sasuke uses his Cursed Seal of Heaven to counter it. Meanwhile, Tsunade discovers the Three-Tails is taken by Akatsuki.

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What episode is "The Great Snake's Pupil" in Naruto Shippuden?

"The Great Snake's Pupil" is episode 113 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "The Great Snake's Pupil" canon or filler?

"The Great Snake's Pupil" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Great Snake's Pupil" part of?

"The Great Snake's Pupil" is part of the Five Kage Summit Arc.

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