Split off from his squad in the Forest of Death, Naruto is swallowed whole by a massive serpent, while Sasuke and Sakura face a predatory stranger who devours the very scroll they need. Just as the danger peaks, Naruto crashes back into the fray.
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Summary
Cut off from his teammates, Naruto is gulped down by an enormous snake. He blasts his way loose by conjuring a swarm of shadow clones that rupture the creature from within.
Key Events
His comrades, meanwhile, are toyed with by a sinister ninja who holds the scroll Team 7 must obtain to clear the exam's second stage. The enemy swallows it outright, daring Sasuke and Sakura to pry it back by force. Sensing just how lethal he is, the pair try to run, but their pursuer keeps pace with ease. As he and his serpents close in for the kill, Naruto reappears and pulls the ninja's attention onto himself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in the Naruto chapter "Predator!!"?
In "Predator!!", Naruto is separated from his teammates in the Forest of Death and swallowed whole by a giant snake, then escapes by creating shadow clones that burst the snake open from within.
Who threatens Sasuke and Sakura in "Predator!!"?
In "Predator!!", Sasuke and Sakura are menaced by Orochimaru, who swallows the scroll Team 7 needs and easily keeps pace with them when they try to flee.
How does Naruto escape the giant snake in this chapter?
Naruto escapes by conjuring a swarm of shadow clones that rupture the snake from the inside, freeing him and letting him rejoin the fight against the enemy ninja.
Which arc does "Predator!!" belong to?
"Predator!!" is chapter 47 of the Naruto manga, collected in volume 6, and belongs to the Chunin Exams arc.
What does the Japanese title of "Predator!!" mean?
The chapter's Japanese title, Hoshokusha, translates directly to "predator," reflecting both the giant snake and the ninja that stalk Team 7.
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