Naruto Episode 94 < TRUSTED » >

This moment is widely celebrated by fans as one of Naruto's most "badass" early achievements, proving his status as a ninja who "never backs down" despite being an underdog. Key Technical Debuts

Jiraiya, still weakened by the drug Tsunade gave him earlier, faces off against Orochimaru. Meanwhile, Shizune and Naruto attempt to hold off Kabuto. Naruto Episode 94

In a display of sheer determination, Naruto allows Kabuto to strike him so he can trap Kabuto's hand. Using a shadow clone to help stabilize the chakra, Naruto finally creates a perfect Rasengan and delivers a massive blow to Kabuto’s stomach. This moment is widely celebrated by fans as

Paralyzed by her hemophobia (fear of blood) after Kabuto deliberately slits his own palm, Tsunade is unable to fight. In a display of sheer determination, Naruto allows

As Kabuto makes quick work of Shizune and turns his attention back to the defenseless Tsunade, Naruto steps in to protect her.

This episode also features the anime debut of the Earth Release: Swamp of the Underworld , used by Jiraiya.