Ep. 26: Dodge Lee ignites with passion while Kabuto seeks to surpass Orochimaru
Aired on September 25, 2012

Lee initially dismisses the upcoming dodgeball tournament as a childish pastime. His perspective shifts dramatically after receiving motivational words from Guy-sensei, which ignite a fierce determination within him. Meanwhile, following a conflict with Orochimaru, Kabuto decides to join Lee's group. He aims to demonstrate his superiority over his former boss through this alliance. The narrative focuses on Lee's renewed enthusiasm for the competition and Kabuto's strategic move to prove his capabilities independently. These events highlight the characters' evolving motivations and their interactions within the group dynamic as they prepare for the challenges ahead.
Episodes
- Ep. 22 · Lee and Naruto seek help for last-minute summer homework from friends
- Ep. 23 · Naruto and Lee Swap Bodies After Ino's Mind-Body Switch Jutsu Goes Wrong
- Ep. 24 · Sai Becomes New Agent and Lady Tsunade's Heart is Won
- Ep. 25 · Gaara's First Date! / A gift from Orochimaru
- Ep. 26 · Dodge Lee ignites with passion while Kabuto seeks to surpass Orochimaru
- Ep. 27 · Tsunade’s lottery mishap leads to a sushi promise and Academy performance
- Ep. 28 · Naruto and Lee search for matsutake mushrooms while Neji ends their skit partnership
- Ep. 29 · Gaara Visits Konoha While Kunoichi Seek Guy Sensei's Autumn Diet Advice
- Ep. 30 · Autumn Shinobi Safety Lessons! / Deidara's Art is Always a Blast!