While Naruto continues training, Asuma informs him of advice about the Wind Element. Naruto successfully slices a leaf in half. He and his friends, before leaving the village, recognize Asuma as Konohamaru's uncle. Meanwhile on a hill near a destroyed village, four cloaked enemies discuss the awakening of the Fire Country against the Leaf Village. (Source: Wikipedia) Twelve Guardian Ninja arc: (3/18)

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