Naruto Shippuden

The Top-Secret Mission Begins

Episode 41 Canon Sasuke and Itachi Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Naruto's agitation leads to a fierce battle against Orochimaru near Tenchi Bridge, as teammates rush to aid and protect their comrades. The episode highlights the escalating tensions and the growing influence of the Nine-Tails' chakra within Naruto.

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Naruto gets more enraged in his three-tailed state, and throws Kabuto away, who inadvertently knocks Sakura out too. Naruto's anger eventually escalates to him destroying the Tenchi Bridge and he takes to a forest to battle Orochimaru. Sai creates an ink bird and flies beneath the collapsing bridge to the site of Naruto and Orochimaru's battle, instead of catching a falling Sakura. Yamato saves her using his Wood Style Jutsu, and creates a wood clone to follow Sai. In the forest, Naruto's ever-increasing aggression causes his blood to mix with the Nine-Tails's chakra as his chakra cloak envelops him in the form of a four-tailed miniature fox.

Episode FAQ

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What episode is "The Top-Secret Mission Begins" in Naruto Shippuden?

"The Top-Secret Mission Begins" is episode 41 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "The Top-Secret Mission Begins" canon or filler?

"The Top-Secret Mission Begins" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Top-Secret Mission Begins" part of?

"The Top-Secret Mission Begins" is part of the Sasuke and Itachi Arc.

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Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.

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