In Naruto Shippuden episode 125, titled "Disappearance," the massive explosion from Deidara's suicide attack leads many to believe that Sasuke has been killed. However, Sasuke narrowly survives by using a to pull Manda, Orochimaru's giant snake, into the blast radius and hiding inside its mouth for protection. While Sasuke escapes with injuries, Manda is killed by the blast, cursing Sasuke with its final breath for being used as a shield. Key Plot Developments
: While the Akatsuki initially mourns Sasuke's "death," Itachi stands alone in the rain and correctly senses that his younger brother is still alive. Watch Naruto Shippuden 125
: Tobi (as Madara ) orders Pain to personally hunt down and capture Naruto Uzumaki , the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, warning that Naruto has become a formidable threat after defeating Kakuzu. In Naruto Shippuden episode 125, titled "Disappearance," the
: The Eight-Man Squad and Kakashi arrive at the blast site. While Sasuke's physical trail ends there due to his teleportation, Kiba's acute sense of smell allows them to pick up a faint scent and continue their hunt. Key Plot Developments : While the Akatsuki initially