Naruto

Previously on Naruto, we saw our young ninja encounter some very suspicious individuals on his journey to find and exterminate the ghost Noroimusha. In Episode 7.160, “Hunt or Be Hunted?! Showdown at the O.K. Temple,” Naruto met another bounty hunter who is in search of Gosunkugi. Naruto also found out that Sazanami was not being true to who he was. In fact, he was a framed up criminal named Tokichi, who was wanted for a crime involving a family of three. Naruto eventually finds out that he's innocent, and that he was on his journey to find the real killer to clear his name. Sazanami finally joined the Konoha group in their efforts to stop Gosunkugi. However, their plans were challenged as another bounty hunter stepped in the way.

In the second installment of the back-to-back Saturday night episodes of Naruto, we also saw some strange visitors enter the village. How do these suspicious persons fit into the plot of our next episodes? Read on to find out.

In Episode 7.161, “The Appearance of Strange Visitors,” Gai and Lee left town for a mission. However, two mysterious individuals sneaked into town disguised as Gai and Lee. They were not able to fool most of the people, but Naruto was one to fall for it. In fact, Naruto wanted to train with them! Meanwhile, Tsunade, Sakura, and Tenten plotted against these mysterious individuals.

In last Saturday's episode entitled “The Cursed Warrior,” we saw Naruto, Tenten, and Neji traveling to the Bird Country to finally face the ghost Noroimusha. In the second installment of Saturday's back-to-back, Naruto and the gang tried to prove that Koumei was behind the ghost apparitions. However, they also discovered some things that would add to the already complicated situation of things.

On Saturday, we'll get to see the continuing saga of the young ninja with “The Death of Naruto,” which will follow Naruto as he faces a death sentence for trespassing! Meanwhile on “Too Late for Help,” Naruto tries to investigate a closed case, the mystery of the Cursed Warrior, which he believes is yet unresolved.

Next week, we'll get to see another back-to-back episode starting off with “When Egrets Flap Their Wings,” which will follow Naruto as he discovers some truths about Lord Sagi and Lord Moso during the battle for the Land of the Birds. In the next episode, “When Time Stands Still,” Lord Sagi vows to avenge his father.

How will Naruto sort through these mysteries and keep his friends safe amidst the plotting minds of the enemies? Tune in to Cartoon Network on Saturday, 9pm for the next new episode of Naruto's 7th season.


-Valerie Anne del Castillo, BuddyTV Staff Columnist
Source: TVGuide, Cartoon Network, Naruto US
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