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Naruto 347 (Detour)

Suigetsu arised out of the water. Sasuke said that Suigetsu was the first. There will be two others - Juugo in the North lair and Karin in the south lair. Sasuke wished to free other Orochimaru's experiments as well. Suigetsu said that he can't stand those two. Sasuke said that he needed the three of them to cooperate; there is no need for them to actually like each other. Suigetsu questioned Sasuke why he choose them. But, if that is what Sasuke choose, he will go along with it.

Sasuke tells him to shut up and get dressed as Suigetsu is naked. Suigetsu did not like his attitude; he said that Sasuke is not in charge because he defeated Orochimaru. Everyone was after him. Sooner or later, someone was bound to kill him. Just because Orochimaru like Sasuke, Sasuke got more chances in killing him then they do. What is your point, Sasuke asked. Suigetsu said that he have the advantage now (he is pointing to Sasuke's head - like a gun), but it seems like he is only kidding and testing Sasuke. Sasuke's heart rate did not even changed; he did really kill Orochimaru. He praised Sasuke and said he had always heard how strong he was, and he was the one who defeated his old captin Momochi Zabuza (the 7 swordsmen of the mist). Suigetsu wanted to take a detour before getting the others.

Back at Konoha, Konohamaru and a clone was outside the Ramen Bar. Naruto and co came out and he said to Konohamaru that he has finally learned the Shadow Clone technique; he wanted to see what he had learnt. Konohamaru transformed into Sexy no Jutsu - Girl vs Girl version (upgraded version of Naruto's Sexy no Jutsu). Naruto, of course, like it a lot. But, Sakura was mad and asked Naruto whether this is what they to when they hang out...Naruto said that this jutsu is excellent for distraction (and it is!! so far none can with stand Naruto's original version except Kakashi and currently Sai). He said that this is a contest between the two of them...Sakura tried to beat the crap out of Konohamaru and said that the only people who would fall for that are Konohamaru and Naruto. Konohamaru transformed into Sexy no Jutsu - Boy vs Boy version (Sasuke vs Sai). Sakura fell for it and Naruto hated it. She tried to cover up and denied what she said.

Back at the Wave Country, Sasuke looked up at the sign "The Great Naruto Bridge" (It seems to me that he is smiling or thinking back to the happier times of Team 7). Suigetsu asked him what he was thinking about; Sasuke replied that he was thinking about how they need to get moving. He bought Suigetsu to Zabuza's grave. Suigetsu took his sword. Sasuke asked whether he can actually wield it. Suigetsu said that he trained under Zabuza; the Seven Swordsmen of the Mist's swords were passed down from generation to generation; he said that using the sword, he could even beat Sasuke. If Juugo was to join them, he will need this sword. Suigetsu and Sasuke are going to find the closer one first -- Karin.

Somewhere else, there is a woman chasing after a guy and said that she will not have you all running around just because Orochimaru is dead. She felt a familiar chakra.

Who are the people Sasuke are seeking and why is he looking for them?

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Work has been crazy!!! I have not been able to find the time to do the summaries last week. Here they are the fight and resolution of Sasuke vs Orochimaru.

Naruto 345 (Ritual)

Sasuke thought that the fight was over already (with his cursed seal). It was far too easy. Orochimaru fought back with his snakes and bind Sasuke; Sasuke appeared to be paralyzed. Oro said that he is undying and Sasuke is too weak to kill him. Oro began his Soul Transfer Ritual. Both Sasuke and Oro went inside Oro's alternate dimension.

[Flashback: Oro vs Itatchi]. Itachi trapped Oro with paralyzing genjutsu via his Sharingan as Oro wanted to use the same Soul Transfer Jutsu to him. Itachi then cut off Oro's arm. He told Oro "All of your jutsu are powerless against these eyes". Back to the present, it appeared that history repeated itself. It is happening again and Sasuke used his Sharingan to trap Oro. Oro is crazed "Those eyes will be MINE!!!!!!".

At Kabuto's, Kabuto said that the medicine are not enough anymore to sustain Oro's body. Most likely, Oro will need to perform the Soul Transfer Ritual soon (today). He seriously doubt that Sasuke will just say Yes and give his body to Oro freely. He proceeded back to Oro's room. He said that Sasuke will not be able to survive the ritual. After he left, we see Oro's hand along with the snakes (his ring is "Sky").

Kabuto saw the blood and the giant snake (molting), and he saw Sasuke there as well. He reasoned that the ritual was over already. Sasuke sensed Kabuto there. Kabuto asked "Which one are you?!".

Oro vs Sasuke - one has disappeared forever and one remained alive. Which one is in Sasuke's body? Who is the victor?


Naruto 346 (The Secret of the New Jutsu!!)

Kabuto asked Sasuke, "Which one are you?". Sasuke replied, Which one do you think? He then activated his Sharingan and bought Kabuto back to his fight with Orochimaru (or bought him back to his mind)...

Orochimaru is trapped still and Sasuke's mind (cursed seal even) seems to be spreading to Orochimaru's dimension. Oro is freaking out =p "This is impossible!!!! I created this dimension myself. Unbelievable!!! This place is mine alone" Sasuke told Oro, "no matter wat jutsu you use, before these eyes...I think you understand". History repeats itself. It is a wonder whether knows Itachi's exchange with Orochimaru before. Kabuto is scared and afraid -- Sasuke's will is overtaking the dimension. Back to Oro, he does not want to die in his own dimension. He is The immortal Orochimaru, "I am the man who will unravel and expose the entire world. I will hold everything in the palm of my hand". It is no wonder that the Akatsuki recruited him. His goal and their goal are so similar.

Back to the reality, Kabuto thought that Oro is dead. Sasuke said that it is not true; Sasuke absorbed everything Orochimaru was.

Somewhere at Konoha, Tsunade examined Kazuku. The linkages binding his cell system together have all been cut by Naruto's jutsu. She could not believe that something like this could exist. Kakashi was at awe as well. Tsunade reasoned that Naruto molded his wind chakra into countless small blades and these blades were able to deal damage on a microscopic cellular level. Yamato asked about Naruto. Tsunade said it is a problem and she told Kakashi to never let Naruto to use 風遁螺旋手裏剣 Fuuton Rasen Shuriken again. She found the same condition in Naruto's right hand, but not as bad as Kazuku. Naruto's cells in his hand have been peeled off of one another. Tsunade can't fix it. If Naruto continue to use the jutsu, he will lose the ability to mold chakra.

Back at the ramen bar, Kakashi tried to tell Naruto about his jutsu. Naruto knew what he wanted to say and tells him that everyone knows their own body the best. He will become the Hokage; he is crazy strong, so it will not be a problem at all!

At Oro's lair, Sasuke went to a place where there were a lot of water and tube like things. Someone came out of the water, and said that Sasuke has defeated Orochimaru. Sasuke went there to free him. That person is called Suigetsu, and he thanked Sasuke for freeing him. Sasuke asked Suigetsu to come with him.

After defeating Orochimaru, Sasuke begins his next move. What is Sasuke's motivation for freeing the mysterious "Suigetsu" character?

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Naruto 343 Merciless...

Somewhere not in Konoha, Sasuke and Orochimaru are standing in a field with shinobis who were defeated by Sasuke. These shinobis are still alive and Sasuke stated that they are not the ones he wanted to kill. Oro thought that Sasuke has surpassed him when he was his age. His body will soon be his.

At Konoha, Naruto, Sakura and Sai were at Ichiraku Ramen Bar eating ramen. Naruto was not able to use his right hand due to the injury caused by using Fuuton Rasen Shuiriken. Sakura warned him to not use Fuuton Rasen Shuiriken too many times; she cannot always heal him. Naruto felt that he can finally pursue Sasuke now. Sakura offered to feed Naruto; but Sai jumped in and fed him instead. Naruto complained that Sai ruined the moment; Sai said that he should help a friend in need (that is what the book says). Naruto said that you need to look at the situation as well. =p Kakashi appeared. Sakura said that he is not at the hospital. Kakashi said that he did not need to use the Mangekyo Sharingan this time because of Naruto, otherwise he would still be at the hospital. (It seems that Kakashi fed Naruto =p -- Naruto said something about from Sakura to Kakashi =p). Kakashi said that Naruto is now his equal, if not stronger than him. However, there will be great harm done to the user with all powerful jutsu.

Back at Orochimaru's place, Oro was seriously ill at his bed. Kabuto warned him that his body cannot take the medicine anymore. He then went off to get more medicine. Then, a blade of chakra went through the wall and shoot towards Oro. Oro blocked it with his arms. He recognized this chakra, but not the shape manipulation. Sasuke appeared with his level 1 curse seal and Sharingan activated. He said that he has nothing left to learn from Oro. Oro seemed to anticipate this.


Naruto 344 (Snake and…)

[This is all Sasuke vs Orochimaru and a lot of dialogue].

Sasuke continued to mock Oro's goals and his genius. Sasuke said that Oro is a genius, but he and other genius are nothing compare to an Uchiha. Oro was not able to take Itachi because he is too much for him; that is why he went for Sasuke. Sasuke was disgusted at Oro's goal to take over others' bodies and it is the same as Itachi's murder of the Uchiha clan just to measure his own abilities. Sasuke attacked Oro. Oro escaped by loosing his human form and reavealed his true form -- a white snake. Sasuke activate his level 2 cursed seal and grew his wings. He said that he will defeat Oro like how a hawk can defeat a snake.

Oro flashback: young Oro and young Sandaime. They were at Oro's parents' grave. Oro found the skin of a white snake on the grave and asked Sandaime what it was. Sandaime was surprised; he never seen it before and said that it must have been hard to find -- it is something very rare and you don't get to see it often. Oro asked why is the skin white; Sandaime did not know and no one even think about that. Sandaime further explained that for a long time, white snakes symbolized the image of good fortune and rebirth. The fact that Oro found it here might be some sign -- that his parents reincarnated somewhere and someday Oro can meet them. Oro asked when will that be; Sandaime said he did not know. Oro was staring at the skin, smiling -- Good fortune and rebirth...

Good fortune, rebirth and immortality. A monster that was born from that wish is now the prey of an even great monster (Sasuke)!!!

Next week: master and student know each other well. The result of the showdown -- "New Era".

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All of the recent arc is about the master and student relationship. How the student surpass their master -- Shikamaru surpassed Asuma and finally grew up to take responsibilites seriously; he also learned the meaning to protect the King of Konoha. He is no more of a guy who always think things are troublesome. Naruto surpassed Kakashi and even the Fourth by completing the Rasengan justu -- Kakashi and the Fourth are unable to add their own element to the Rasengan to complete the jutsu. Naruto completed it (even by 50%) within a month and created the Fuuton Rasen Shuiriken - Wind element and Rasengan. Naruto also grew up (no need to always be saved by someone) and defeated the Akatsuki.

Now, it is Sasuke vs Orochimaru. The results of their clash can be -- Sasuke defeated Oro or Oro defeated Sasuke and take his body as the next host. Looking at the recent arc, the result is most probably Sasuke defeated Orochimaru, thus creating a new era. I do hope that Sasuke will not be taken over by Orochimaru as Naruto will save Sasuke from darkness like Neji said.

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