Chapter 247 reintroduces a grown Naruto to Konoha while danger gathers over the desert. As old friends catch him up on how far the others have advanced, Sunagakure quietly falls prey to a traitor who opens its gates to Akatsuki.
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Summary
Sakura walks Naruto around the village to help him settle back in after his long absence. Along the way they meet Shikamaru, who is escorting Temari as the two cooperate ahead of the coming Chunin Exams. The pair point out that Naruto alone still holds genin rank, since the rest of their peers have climbed to chunin or even jonin, and that Gaara now carries the title of Fifth Kazekage.
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Notes
Volume 28 opens the Kazekage Rescue Mission arc with this chapter. Sasori is pleased that Yura has stayed a faithful sleeper agent, while Deidara sets out to capture Gaara for the tailed beast sealed inside him. The title reads Suna e no Shinnyusha-Tachi, which Viz gave as Intruders in the Sand. It was published in early 2005.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Naruto chapter 247, "Intruders in Suna"?
In Naruto chapter 247, "Intruders in Suna," Naruto returns to Konoha and catches up with old friends while, unknown to him, a traitor opens Sunagakure's gates to Akatsuki.
Who helps Naruto settle back into Konoha in this chapter?
Sakura walks Naruto around the village to help him readjust after his long absence, and they run into Shikamaru, who is escorting Temari ahead of the Chunin Exams.
What do Naruto's friends tell him about his ninja rank?
Shikamaru and Temari point out that Naruto is still a genin while the rest of their peers have advanced to chunin or jonin, and that Gaara now serves as the Fifth Kazekage.
Who betrays Sunagakure to Akatsuki in this chapter?
Yura, a sleeper agent loyal to Sasori, begins acting strangely and cuts down the border sentries to let Sasori and Deidara into Sunagakure.
What arc does "Intruders in Suna" open?
"Intruders in Suna" is chapter 247 of Naruto, collected in volume 28, and it opens the Kazekage Rescue Mission arc.
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