Synopsis

As Kyubi manifested, Naruto and Gamabunta worked to rouse Gaara. Their efforts bore fruit, but the conflict was far from resolved; Gaara would not yield until Naruto fell. The two prepared for their final assaults. Elsewhere, Sarutobi continued his relentless pursuit of Orochimaru. Though unable to deliver a fatal blow, Sarutobi possessed the strength to strip Orochimaru of his most cherished power – the use of his arms.