Not everyone has survived Orochimaru's attack on the village. When a long-lost ninja returns with a dangerous entourage, Naruto fi nds his life in more danger than ever before. Who is Itachi Uchiha and what does he want with Naruto and Sasuke? Meanwhile, Jiraiya attempts to train Naruto to push beyond his limits while Orochimaru uses threats to coerce a legendary kunoichi into helping him. But will her tragic past play a part in destroying Naruto's future? Age Rating: T

Orochimaru's nefarious plans for Sasuke are revealed, and Naruto vows to save his friend. But first he and the others must battle the mysterious Kimimaro, who has deadly past ties to the Sound Ninja Four! Kankuro, Temari and Gaara unexpectedly aid Konohagakure against the Sound Ninja. But what is behind this rekindling of the Leaf and Sand alliance?

Sasuke delves deep into his own past to reveal how his ideal big brother, Itachi, became the feared ninja he is today. Then Naruto is drawn into a bloody battle with his best friend. And as their battle rages on, Sasuke and Naruto find themselves to be the fiercest foes either has ever faced.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto It's been two years since Naruto left to train with Jiraiya, and his first mission sends him to the Hidden Sand to help rescue Gaara. As both Gaara and Naruto come face to face with the Akasuki, Sakura takes her place at the front of the fight to save them. With Granny Chiyo at her side, she must battle Sasori, who can create golems from the undead. But Granny Chiyo is a puppet master too - only it could be Sakura's strings she's pulling!

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto By Masashi Kishimoto Stakes are high as Naruto, Sakura, Granny Chiyo and Kakashi engage in deadly conflict with Sasori and Deidara. One wrong decision, and one of Naruto's closest friends could pay the ultimate price. Upon returning from battle, Team Kakashi is rankled by new member Sai, whose secrets may be disastrous for Naruto. Meanwhile, Orochimaru has bigger problems of his own - his stronghold may be infiltrated by a spy!

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto A new ninja causes trouble among the ranks of Team Kakashi when they return from losing Granny Chiyo in the battle against Sasori. The secrets this stranger hides may be disastrous for Naruto. But Orochimaru may have bigger problems when the mysterious Akatsuki infiltrates his stronghold with a spy!

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto Shikamaru's team is out for revenge against their mentor's murderers. Tsunade tries to stop them, but Kakashi wants to help! As the divide among the ninja grows, the mysterious Akatsuki organization continues their brutal attack on the tailed spirits, the Biju, and the young ninja who host them, including Naruto! But Naruto is older and stronger, and his new jutsu is harder to handle than he thought. Meanwhile, Sasuke falls further under Orochimaru's spell, even naming his new ninja cell 'Team Serpent.' While Naruto and the others try to keep tabs on Sasuke, their long-lost pal ends up in fierce battle with an old enemy. The outcome could bring the ninja world as Naruto knows it to an end faster than he ever imagined!

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto It's Deidara vs. Sasuke, but even Deidara's Ultimate Art may be no match for the all-powerful new Sasuke. The battle culminates in a giant explosion, leaving members of Team Kakashi concerned, especially when Karin cannot sense Sasuke's chakra. Plus, deep inside the Land of Rain lies an Akatsuki secret that sheds doubt on the organization's true intentions, as well as its mysterious leader, Pain. For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto As the battle against the Tailed Beast-targeting Akatsuki rages on, the heroic sibling battle between Sasuke and Itachi eventually concludes. Though Sasuke has achieved his lifelong goal, Madara reveals Itachi's real motivations. With the truth revealed, Sasuke sets out to destroy Konoha!

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto Naruto's friends are tested as an attempt to overthrow Tsunade begins and they must all fight-or fall. Pain commences with the final destruction of Konoha, and Naruto and the Toads prepare to take him on in battle. Naruto inches ever closer to discovering Pain's true identity, but is it worth it now that he's morphing into the dreaded Nine Tails? Then, an unexpected confession reveals incredible secrets about his past as Naruto prepares for the ultimate battle with Pain. Can the chakra-challenged Naruto win when one misstep could spell disaster?

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto As the five leaders of the strongest villages in the ninja world meet to discuss the fate of their universe, plans are made that will affect Naruto deeply. The new Hokage, leader of Naruto's village, is not afraid to make the final move against Naruto's old pal, Sasuke! Plus, Naruto's worst nightmare seems inevitable as the war he's tried to stop for so long looms on the horizon. And Sakura shocks Naruto with a reveal that's gonna knock him for a serious loop. For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto Naruto realizes he must eventually battle Sasuke one-on-one, but with Sasuke and his dark allies bent on complete destruction and political intrigue in the villages, will the powerful Allied Shinobi Forces allow the two 'friends' to meet in battle?! Plus, an important figure from Naruto's past shows up during the struggle to relate the history of his family and village, revealing astonishing new information about Naruto and Nine Tails! For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto On Turtle Island, Naruto and the Allied Shinobi Forces prepare to attack Kabuto and Madara. But they are met by Kabuto's hordes of reanimated ninja soldiers, and in the heat of battle, Naruto and his allied friends realize they are coming face-to-face with old friends brought back from the dead!

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto Kabuto's hold over his army of undead minions tightens, and Itachi has the best chance of breaking Kabuto's hold-but without complete control of his actions. As powerful as they are, Naruto and his friends, including all five village Kage, can't seem to gain ground over Kabuto. And now the biggest surprise resurrection of all leaves them wondering, just who is Madara and what does he really want? For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto As Madara uses his dominating power to fend off the Five Kage, Sasuke is reunited with his brother Itachi. They will have to unite in force when they confront Kabuto face-to-face. But with the defeat of Kabuto comes the time for the Edotensei warriors to return to the afterlife-Itachi along with them-leaving Sasuke to cope with losing his brother once again... For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto When Obito is revealed to be the masked man, Kakashi's resolve is no longer unwavering, and it falls to Naruto to inspire his old master to continue the fight. As the battle rages on, Naruto then must summon all of his Nine Tails power in order to stand against the devastating team of Obito and Madara. But the Allied Shinobi Forces might be in for a much-needed and lucky break... For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto Obito does his best to break the spirit of the Shinobi Alliance, and he seems to be succeeding. But what is of his power and can he control it? But Naruto refuses to give in, and with all hands on deck, Naruto attempts to overpower Obito's formidable strength and blast through his shield. It's a meeting of the swords and the minds in what looks to be a final showdown. For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Masashi Kishimoto With the Infinite Tsukuyomi finally activated, the ninja world is plunged into darkness. But worse still is that Kaguya has been resurrected. With Naruto and Sasuke working together, they have the power to seal her away for good. But just when it seems that the ninja world can find true peace, one more obstacle appears. With their differing ideals on the line, Naruto and Sasuke will determine the future of the world in this final fight! For teen audiences.

Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura have passed the final test to become junior ninja-but now the real challenge begins. Tired of finding stray cats and doing day care, the young ninja ask for a tougher assignment, and find themselves-together with their teacher, Kakashi-bodyguarding a cranky bridgebuilder from the faraway Land of the Waves. But Tazuna the bridgebuilder is in more danger than anyone realizes: he's the target of elite ninja assassins, including Zabuza, 'the demon,' the most murderous of the Mist Ninjas. And to even have a chance of defeating Zabuza, Kakashi will have to use the secret power concealed in his always-hidden left eye.

Deep within the Forest of Death-the site of the second stage of the Journeyman Ninja Selection Exams-Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura are still reeling from Orochimaru's attack...and now they must battle this unrelenting monster's minions, the mysterious Sound Ninja. T Rating.

Their village is under attack, and Naruto, Sakura, and Shikamaru can't stay behind to defend it. They have a top priority mission: to track down Sasuke and the Sand chûnin. But with nine bloodthirsty ninjas on their heels, the hunters have quickly become the hunted! And back at the village, the Third Hokage is still trapped in Orochimaru's impenetrable barrier. Rating: T

A new ninja causes trouble among the ranks of Team Kakashi when they return from losing Granny Chiyo in the battle against Sasori. The secrets this stranger hides may be disastrous for Naruto. But Orochimaru may have bigger problems when the mysterious Akatsuki infiltrates his stronghold with a spy!

Naruto must decipher the cryptic last words of his beloved mentor. What did Jiraiya find out about the leader of the Akatsuki that was so important he had to hide it in code? And can Naruto stand a fighting chance against those who managed to take down one of the Three Great Shinobi?

Sasuke and Naruto find that their powers are ever-increasing. Sasuke can now use the Mangekyo Sharingan in multiple ways, and Naruto may have become even more powerful than his sensei, Jiraiya!

A Hokage's Resolve Sasuke finally takes on Danzo, the leader of Konoha, determined to interrogate him about the Uchiha clan and what really happened between the political factions of Konoha and his brother, Itachi.

The Birth of Naruto Naruto faces his inner demons at the Waterfall of Truth! Can he tame the darkness inside himself while still retaining his biju's power? An important figure from his past shows up during the struggle to relate the history of his family and village, revealing astonishing new information about Naruto and Nine Tails!

The Great War Begins Evil masterminds Kabuto and Madara instigate a skirmish with Naruto and friends on Turtle Island. The Allied Shinobi Forces prepare to attack, but are they ready for Kabuto's horde of reanimated dead ninja?!

(W) Masashi Kishimoto, Jun Esaka Kakashi visits the land of Redaku in search of information about the Sage of Six Paths, but his journey takes a turn when he finds its people miserable and suffering a drought. The prince, who should be able to bring water to the land with his powers, has left for another village, chasing fantastical dreams of the Sixth Hokage. Kakashi tracks the prince down, and while coaching the next generation once again, he discovers a deeper plot has long been in the works that joins his mission with Redaku's fate.

(W) Masashi Kishimoto, Sho Hinata Mirai Sarutobi has a lot to live up to as the granddaughter of Konoha's third Hokage and the daughter of Asuma Sarutobi, the hero who gave up his life during the Great Shinobi War. But as everyone continues to expect great things from her, she struggles to separate herself from her family's legacy and find her own way.

(W) Masashi Kishimoto, Sho Hinata (A/CA) Natsuo Sai Mirai's journey escorting Kakashi and Guy takes a more serious turn when their route is cut off by a massive landslide. Stopped at a village, Mirai meets Tatsumi, a young girl who lost her mother. She reveals to Mirai that she is in this particular village because there is a hot spring nearby that can bring the dead back to life. Although hesitant at first, Mirai decides to join Tatsumi and visit this hot spring for a chance to be reunited with her father Asuma Sarutobi, whom she only knows from the memories of others. What she finds is anything but the miracle hot spring she was hoping for-instead, she discovers the very cult that killed her father! For teen audiences.

(W) Masashi Kishimoto & Various As Sasuke and Sakura descend even deeper into the hidden chambers beneath the observatory, the details of a dire conspiracy finally begin to come to light. With the prison warden watching their every move, the two will have to find a way to secure Naruto's cure and survive the battle to come in this thrilling conclusion!

(W/A/CA) Osamu Takahashi The most popular Evangelion spinoff ever returns to finish the story! While a school play starring Rei and Asuka as star-crossed lovers makes some ponder just where Shinji fits in, the question of whether he can make up his mind may become moot as SEELE makes their final bid to seize the Magi System with a ruthless scheme-taking Rei's own memories hostage! Collects volumes 16-18.

(W/A/CA) Osamu Takahashi Is it just an optical illusion, or are Rei and Shinji actually getting closer to one another? Asuka isn't too sure-but one thing you can be sure of is that she'll be giving this perception test a hard stare! And on that note, is Asuka falling victim to the same baka-tivity that afflicts her childhood friend, as she decides to use some of Shinji's 'techniques' to help bring Toji and Hikari closer together?

Rikuo trains for a rematch against the yokai Tsuchigumo, who has his friend Yuki-Onna in his clutches. To get him up to par, Gyuki of the Nura clan has ordered Rikuo to attain a technique worthy of the Lord of a Hundred Demons in just three days. But time is running out and Rikuo hasn't gained anything but bumps and bruises. Will he be able to save Yuki-Onna?

Caught in The Ripper's scissors-hold, Rikuo faces off against this terrifying enemy whose Fear feeds on the pain of children. Speaking of eating, brother and sister team Ryuji and Yura travel to the worst tourist destination ever, the Village That Devours People!!

Harken back with us to the Golden Age of Edo, when Rikuo's father Rihan first takes control of the Nura clan. Gain new perspectives on Rikuo's family history, as well as the backstory on some of your favorite devilish yokai (including that pesky Demon Lord Gorozaemon Sanmoto). Follow Rihan's second-heir adventures as he learns the hard way that controlling, commanding and battling yokai is not to be taken lightly, lest you be the one who's taken.

Thanks to rumors, all of Tokyo is terrified of Rikuo and wants him dead! But Rikuo's got other problems too. In Shibuya, a yokai is turning human girls into monsters, and he's got a special spell in store for Rikuo when he tries to stop him.

(W/A/CA) Hiroshi Shiibashi Yura and Tsuchigumo are under attack in Tsuchigumo's home territory of Kyushu! The Gokadoin clan's Hiruko, a descendant of the evil Seimei, is more powerful than they had expected. Meanwhile Rikuo seeks advice from his grandfather--how will he gather enough fear to defeat this fearsome enemy?!

(W/A/CA) Hiroshi Shiibashi Rikuo struggles to keep his clan energized for battle with the Gokadoin clan.

(W/A) Yuta Kayashima 'I wish I could meet other humans.' That is the secret wish of Ria Frontier, who grew up as the sole human amid a veritable melting pot of other fantastical races on a small island. As she prepares to celebrate the turn of the thousand-year cycle, that wish is granted-in the form of a war party of humans that arrives on a flying ship to ransack her home and hurt her friends and adoptive family in search of 'Pandora's Box.' Pushed too far by the cruelty of her race, Ria somehow manages to unseal the terrible power of what the humans have been looking for, unleashing a tragedy that will change her life forever...