Asuma and Shikamaru have to think on their feet as they face the mind-boggling jutsu of the Akatsuki pair Hidan and Kakuzu. At the last minute, the Akatsuki are called away, but not before dealing a fatal blow to a revered shinobi of the Leaf. The devastated ninja left behind can think only of revenge, but Tsunade is opposed to the scheme until an offer of help arrives from an unexpected source.

Contains episodes 78-88 from the fourth season. Based on the characters created by the original author, Masashi Kishimoto, published by Shueisha/Weekly Shonen Jump. Originally broadcast as part of Season 4 of the television program. Special features: Storyboards; English credits; Production art; Omake.

Disc 1.Episode 78: The judgement -- Episode 79: Unfulfilled scream -- Episode 80: Last words -- Episode 81: Sad news -- Disc 2. Episode 82: Team Ten -- Episode 83: Target: locked on -- Episode 84: Kakuzu's abilities -- Episode 85: Terrifying secret -- Disc 3. Episode 86: Shikamaru's genius -- Episode 87: When you curse someone, you dig your own grave -- Episode 88: Wind style : rasen shuriken!.