(dub) Episode 137: Naruto

: Hearing Sasame's story reinforces Naruto and Sakura's resolve. They realize that finding Orochimaru's hideout isn't just about Sasuke anymore; it’s about uncovering what happened to the people Orochimaru has manipulated and discarded.

: The trio arrives at a destitute town where they quickly realize the local population is hostile and desperate. Jiraiya leaves Naruto and Sakura to gather "intel" (which, in classic Jiraiya fashion, involves visiting a local bar). Naruto (Dub) Episode 137

The episode ends with the group deciding to help Sasame find her cousin, setting the stage for their infiltration of Orochimaru’s lair in the Land of Rice Fields. : Hearing Sasame's story reinforces Naruto and Sakura's

: While waiting, Naruto and Sakura are ambushed by a group of rogue ninja from the Fuma Clan. These ninja are desperate and looking for a fight, but Naruto and Sakura easily hold their own. Jiraiya leaves Naruto and Sakura to gather "intel"

Determined to find Sasuke, Naruto joins Jiraiya and Sakura on a mission to investigate. Their journey leads them to a lawless town filled with rogue ninja and shady characters. Key events in this episode include:

: During the skirmish, they encounter a young girl named Sasame , who is also a member of the Fuma Clan. She is initially suspicious of them but is eventually saved by Naruto from other aggressive ninja.

: Sasame reveals the tragic state of her clan. Many of her kin, including her cousin Arashi, went to serve Orochimaru in hopes of restoring their clan's former glory, only to never return or be twisted by his experiments.