163: Naruto Episode

: Naruto is summoned to the center of the Hidden Leaf Village by Shima, accompanied by elder toads Fukasaku and Gamabunta. He appears in his new Sage Mode attire, standing atop the giant toads amidst the rubble of the destroyed village.

: An exhausted Tsunade, having used her chakra to protect the villagers with Katsuyu, attempts to confront Pain. Naruto intervenes just as the Asura Path moves to attack her, destroying that Path with a single, massive Rasengan . Naruto Episode 163

: This episode showcases Naruto's mastery of Sage Mode, which allows him to sense chakra signatures and provides a massive boost to his physical strength and speed. Naruto (Original) Episode 163: "The Tactician's Intent" : Naruto is summoned to the center of

This episode is part of the , a filler storyline where Naruto, Neji, and Tenten investigate a ghost known as the "Cursed Warrior". Naruto intervenes just as the Asura Path moves

: Upon arrival, Naruto is shocked to see the village completely flattened by Pain’s "Almighty Push". He realizes the severity of the situation when he can no longer sense Kakashi's chakra.

: The group suspects Kōmei, a village strategist and rival for the feudal lord's succession, of being the mastermind behind the Cursed Warrior sightings.