Chapter 294 shows Naruto's Nine-Tails cloak surging into a fourth tail, transforming him into a rampaging force that easily overwhelms even Orochimaru, while his horrified comrades realize they can do nothing but stand back and watch.
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Summary
Sakura presses Yamato to explain what is overtaking Naruto, but he only tells her the situation is under control. Kabuto arrives and asks whether their appearance means Sasori has fallen, taking satisfaction when they confirm it. Elsewhere, Orochimaru's assault on Naruto meets no resistance, since Naruto, cloaked in a four-tailed form, turns the attack aside and strikes back with ease. Watching from a distance, Sai and Yamato's wood clone recognize they can do nothing but observe. Orochimaru attempts to slip away, yet Naruto runs him down without trouble, and with his foe cornered he readies a blow.
Key Events
Yamato deflects Sakura's worry over Naruto. Kabuto confirms Sasori's death with satisfaction. Naruto's four-tailed transformation easily overpowers Orochimaru's attack. Sai and the wood clone can only watch as Naruto corners the fleeing Orochimaru and prepares to strike.
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Notes
The chapter is part of Volume 33 in the Tenchi Bridge Reconnaissance Mission arc and was released in Japan in 2006. Naruto's fourth tail marks a dangerous escalation of the Nine-Tails' influence over him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the fourth tail in Naruto?
In this chapter, Naruto himself grows a fourth tail of Nine-Tails chakra, transforming into a cloaked form that easily overwhelms Orochimaru without resistance.
When did Naruto go 4 tails?
Naruto's Nine-Tails cloak surges to a fourth tail in Chapter 294, part of the Tenchi Bridge Reconnaissance Mission arc, published in Japan in 2006.
What do the four tails give Naruto?
The fourth tail gives Naruto overwhelming power, letting him effortlessly turn aside Orochimaru's assault and strike back with ease.
How do Sai and Yamato react to Naruto's transformation?
Sai and Yamato's wood clone recognize they can do nothing but watch helplessly as the four-tailed Naruto corners Orochimaru.
How does Kabuto react upon meeting Sai and Yamato?
Kabuto arrives and asks whether their appearance means Sasori has fallen, taking satisfaction when they confirm his death.
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