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Naruto [ナルト] #4
Naruto, Vol. 04: Hero’s Bridge
There comes a time in every ninja's training when he must put aside his morals and face the truth: ninjas are tools for killing. For Naruto, seeing Sasuke dead, that time is now. Rage awakens the nine-tailed fox spirit within Naruto, giving him the strength to overcome Haku—but can he bring himself to finish the job?
As the battle for the Land of the Waves comes to a tragic ending, our heroes return to the village of Konohagakure in time for the Chūnin Exams. But junior ninjas from around the world have gathered to take the exam, bringing their own strange ninjutsu and mysterious goals.
As the battle for the Land of the Waves comes to a tragic ending, our heroes return to the village of Konohagakure in time for the Chūnin Exams. But junior ninjas from around the world have gathered to take the exam, bringing their own strange ninjutsu and mysterious goals.
184 pages, Paperback
First published October 4, 2000
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Masashi Kishimoto
1,177 books3,937 followersMasashi Kishimoto (岸本斉史 Kishimoto Masashi) is a Japanese manga artist, well known for creating the manga series Naruto. His younger twin brother, Seishi Kishimoto, is also a manga artist and creator of the manga series O-Parts Hunter (666 Satan) and Blazer Drive. Two of his former assistants, Osamu Kajisa (Tattoo Hearts) and Yuuichi Itakura (Hand's), have also gone on to moderate success following their work on Naruto.
Kishimoto's first work as a manga artist was Karakuri (カラクリ?), which he submitted to Shueisha in 1995. This earned him the Weekly Shōnen Jump's monthly "Hop Step Award" in 1996, granted to promising new manga artists. This was followed in 1997 by a pilot version of Naruto (NARUTO－ナルト－), published in Akamaru Jump Summer. In 1998, Kishimoto premiered as a Weekly Shōnen Jump artist with a serialized version of Karakuri in Weekly Shōnen Jump, but it proved unpopular and was canceled soon after. In 1999, a serialized version of Naruto began publication in Weekly Shōnen Jump and quickly became a hit.
Kishimoto's first work as a manga artist was Karakuri (カラクリ?), which he submitted to Shueisha in 1995. This earned him the Weekly Shōnen Jump's monthly "Hop Step Award" in 1996, granted to promising new manga artists. This was followed in 1997 by a pilot version of Naruto (NARUTO－ナルト－), published in Akamaru Jump Summer. In 1998, Kishimoto premiered as a Weekly Shōnen Jump artist with a serialized version of Karakuri in Weekly Shōnen Jump, but it proved unpopular and was canceled soon after. In 1999, a serialized version of Naruto began publication in Weekly Shōnen Jump and quickly became a hit.
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July 30, 2015
Explosion of rage!
And then the story arc takes a truly dark and disturbing turn, turning what has begun as a half-joke ninja comic with a few serious moments into a desperate gamble with truly pathos-inducing moments.
Did I cry again? Yes, I'm afraid I did, and I cried at all the precisely planned-out moments, as if I was a puppet on a string.
Kishimoto lined them all up and knocked them all down perfectly. I cried at Haku's dream of being useful, no matter what the cost. I cried at his sacrifice. I got amazingly pissed off at Zabuza, and then I watched in amazement when the amazing failure of Naruto managed to shame the demon.
And then I laughed with great bloodlust as Zabuza did his thing and redeemed himself. Just Wow. I've always loved that scene.
The rest of the volume is meh, just setting up for the chunin exams which is fine and all, but forgettable except for the introduction of all the new players I'll get to grow and love all over again.
And then the story arc takes a truly dark and disturbing turn, turning what has begun as a half-joke ninja comic with a few serious moments into a desperate gamble with truly pathos-inducing moments.
Did I cry again? Yes, I'm afraid I did, and I cried at all the precisely planned-out moments, as if I was a puppet on a string.
Kishimoto lined them all up and knocked them all down perfectly. I cried at Haku's dream of being useful, no matter what the cost. I cried at his sacrifice. I got amazingly pissed off at Zabuza, and then I watched in amazement when the amazing failure of Naruto managed to shame the demon.
And then I laughed with great bloodlust as Zabuza did his thing and redeemed himself. Just Wow. I've always loved that scene.
The rest of the volume is meh, just setting up for the chunin exams which is fine and all, but forgettable except for the introduction of all the new players I'll get to grow and love all over again.
April 8, 2019
This was quite a violent issue of the Naruto manga, but I'm still hooked on the storyline of ninja training!
June 8, 2022
I enjoyed the fighting scenes, it kept me mpre intrigued! The pointless little story in the middle was funny!
July 15, 2020
Lesson: If the bet is obvious, don't take it.
This volume is so much! Funny and sooooo good 💞 The real training starts now 🙋
This volume is so much! Funny and sooooo good 💞 The real training starts now 🙋
October 24, 2018
The Zabuza and Haku story arc draws to an end beautifully. One of the longest and more important character-growth arc yet and it had me feeling all kinds of things! Absolutely love it!
We also get a teaser for next most-anticipated event in the ninja realm: the chunin exams.
Can't wait for it all to begin and to finally see some of my favourite ninjas showcase their beautiful jutsus!
Yours truly,
Lashaan | Blogger and Book Reviewer
Official blog: https://bookidote.com/
We also get a teaser for next most-anticipated event in the ninja realm: the chunin exams.
Can't wait for it all to begin and to finally see some of my favourite ninjas showcase their beautiful jutsus!
Yours truly,
Lashaan | Blogger and Book Reviewer
Official blog: https://bookidote.com/
April 13, 2021
The craziness of this series continues...but it's great fun!
December 22, 2021
Why did no one tell me that naruto was sad? Like what 😀
June 6, 2009
Poor, pretty, crazy Haku. I feel sorry for him.
I'm not sure about this message though: You can be a murdering asshole with a seriously questionable relationship with a young child and all it takes to redeem yourself at the end is to kill someone who is even more of a scumbag than you are. That can't be right.
I'm not sure about this message though: You can be a murdering asshole with a seriously questionable relationship with a young child and all it takes to redeem yourself at the end is to kill someone who is even more of a scumbag than you are. That can't be right.
January 21, 2022
8/10 stars
A solid volume, with a heartfelt, sombre conclusion to Zabuza and Haku storyline. Naruto, driven to the very edge, shows his true nature, and these panels are absolutely the best. Love to see the fox looking out from the boy's eyes ;). Also, Naruto's easy relationship with those younger than him is a big source of enjoyment for me. He's such a child it's a delight to see him engage with others just like him.
Sakura keeps to be a problematic character for Kishimoto, he simply doesn't seem to have an idea what to do with her. Here. she basically stands on the side-lines for the whole volume. I know Kishimoto's treatment of female characters in Naruto will get better, eventually, but it takes away a huge chunk of the enjoyment.
Kakashi's art of summoning is pretty funny, TBH. All those doggies hanging around with sheepish expressions manage to show the lighter side of this rather tragic character ;).
The rest of the volume is a forgettable setup for the chunin exams. Konohamaru is just a smaller version of Naruto, and he's quite adorable (only on the page, though, I suspect ;)).
A solid volume, with a heartfelt, sombre conclusion to Zabuza and Haku storyline. Naruto, driven to the very edge, shows his true nature, and these panels are absolutely the best. Love to see the fox looking out from the boy's eyes ;). Also, Naruto's easy relationship with those younger than him is a big source of enjoyment for me. He's such a child it's a delight to see him engage with others just like him.
Sakura keeps to be a problematic character for Kishimoto, he simply doesn't seem to have an idea what to do with her. Here. she basically stands on the side-lines for the whole volume. I know Kishimoto's treatment of female characters in Naruto will get better, eventually, but it takes away a huge chunk of the enjoyment.
Kakashi's art of summoning is pretty funny, TBH. All those doggies hanging around with sheepish expressions manage to show the lighter side of this rather tragic character ;).
The rest of the volume is a forgettable setup for the chunin exams. Konohamaru is just a smaller version of Naruto, and he's quite adorable (only on the page, though, I suspect ;)).
August 22, 2022
4.5 stars
woah ngl this almost made me cry poor haku :(
woah ngl this almost made me cry poor haku :(
January 6, 2019
Naruto Volume 5 Review
Manga Rating: 5 stars out of 5.
Story Line: Alright, I loved the beginning to this volume. Naruto's anger loosens the seal on the nine tailed fox. His body starts to transform a little bit. His moves get faster and he causes more damage. He is able to even break some of the ice mirrors. Haku is amazed at this. Naruto's intent to kill is because of the nine tailed fox. Naruto also punches Haku so hard he breaks his mask. Naruto is not able to kill him. Haku feels like he has failed Zabuza. He asks Naruto to kill him because he feels like he failed Zabuza.
Kakashi and Zabuza are able to sense the nine tails chakra. Kakashi wants to end the battle quickly. He summons his dogs to trap Zabuza. He uses his Sharingan and move he came up with. It's called, "Lightening Blade". Haku senses Zabuza is about to die. He jumps in front of the way. Haku dies protecting Zabuza.
You also learn more about Haku's past. He lived in a village that didn't want him. It was mainly because of his kekkai genkai. His father killed his mother. He killed his father with the ice. Zabuza is the one that found him. Haku tells him, "I'm a weapon that you can use." Zabuza was precious to Haku.
Gato shows up with an army after Haku's death. He is going to try to kill Zabuza. He also kicks Haku in the face. (Haku almost broke his arm in the last volume. It would have been worth it if he did.) Naruto gets mad again. He starts yelling at Zabuza. What he says cuts Zabuza to the core. Zabuza cries. He then kills Gato. The army he brought with them is angry. They want money. They try to fight them. Naruto and Kakashi help Zabuza out. They run away.
Sasuke also revives at the end of the fight. Haku didn't hit any of his vitals.
Zabuza is not able to move. He wants to be brought over to Haku. It starts to snow. Haku's heart was pure. Zabuza dies too.
Tazuna is able to complete construction on the bridge. They decide to name it the "Great Naruto Bridge."
Later, they return to the leaf village. The sand siblings also arrive. Kankuro starts to pick a fight with Naruto and Sakura. Sasuke steps into save them. Temari thinks Sasuke is cool. You first meet Gaara as well. He calls his siblings embarrassments. They are there for the Chunin Exams.
Characters: Naruto-I love him so much. He is a great character. He's very caring about others. He knows it's wrong to kill. He stops himself from killing Haku. He isn't able to bring himself to do it. I'm really glad that he doesn't. (I can't wait to rewatch these scenes now. I'm really excited about it.)
Kakashi- Amazing as always. I love "Lightening Blade." I love that he also knows how to show honor for fallen enemies. It's great.
Sakura- She is kind of useless.
Sasuke- Whatever. I hate his attitude in general!
Kankuro- He's pretty arrogant in this volume, but I love him.
Temari- Is pretty cool.
Gaara- I love him so much. <3
Manga Rating: 5 stars out of 5.
Story Line: Alright, I loved the beginning to this volume. Naruto's anger loosens the seal on the nine tailed fox. His body starts to transform a little bit. His moves get faster and he causes more damage. He is able to even break some of the ice mirrors. Haku is amazed at this. Naruto's intent to kill is because of the nine tailed fox. Naruto also punches Haku so hard he breaks his mask. Naruto is not able to kill him. Haku feels like he has failed Zabuza. He asks Naruto to kill him because he feels like he failed Zabuza.
Kakashi and Zabuza are able to sense the nine tails chakra. Kakashi wants to end the battle quickly. He summons his dogs to trap Zabuza. He uses his Sharingan and move he came up with. It's called, "Lightening Blade". Haku senses Zabuza is about to die. He jumps in front of the way. Haku dies protecting Zabuza.
You also learn more about Haku's past. He lived in a village that didn't want him. It was mainly because of his kekkai genkai. His father killed his mother. He killed his father with the ice. Zabuza is the one that found him. Haku tells him, "I'm a weapon that you can use." Zabuza was precious to Haku.
Gato shows up with an army after Haku's death. He is going to try to kill Zabuza. He also kicks Haku in the face. (Haku almost broke his arm in the last volume. It would have been worth it if he did.) Naruto gets mad again. He starts yelling at Zabuza. What he says cuts Zabuza to the core. Zabuza cries. He then kills Gato. The army he brought with them is angry. They want money. They try to fight them. Naruto and Kakashi help Zabuza out. They run away.
Sasuke also revives at the end of the fight. Haku didn't hit any of his vitals.
Zabuza is not able to move. He wants to be brought over to Haku. It starts to snow. Haku's heart was pure. Zabuza dies too.
Tazuna is able to complete construction on the bridge. They decide to name it the "Great Naruto Bridge."
Later, they return to the leaf village. The sand siblings also arrive. Kankuro starts to pick a fight with Naruto and Sakura. Sasuke steps into save them. Temari thinks Sasuke is cool. You first meet Gaara as well. He calls his siblings embarrassments. They are there for the Chunin Exams.
Characters: Naruto-I love him so much. He is a great character. He's very caring about others. He knows it's wrong to kill. He stops himself from killing Haku. He isn't able to bring himself to do it. I'm really glad that he doesn't. (I can't wait to rewatch these scenes now. I'm really excited about it.)
Kakashi- Amazing as always. I love "Lightening Blade." I love that he also knows how to show honor for fallen enemies. It's great.
Sakura- She is kind of useless.
Sasuke- Whatever. I hate his attitude in general!
Kankuro- He's pretty arrogant in this volume, but I love him.
Temari- Is pretty cool.
Gaara- I love him so much. <3
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October 30, 2022
End of the battle of the bridge. Very good action scenes. Sad and emotional ending.
I actually never thought I’d like this series so much but truth be told this annoying little brat kinda grows on me. The supporting cast is great too- even though strong-silent-type Sasuke rubs me off for now.
I’m not too enthralled with the new arc but I’ll see what’s what in the next volume.
I actually never thought I’d like this series so much but truth be told this annoying little brat kinda grows on me. The supporting cast is great too- even though strong-silent-type Sasuke rubs me off for now.
I’m not too enthralled with the new arc but I’ll see what’s what in the next volume.
January 8, 2025
Not less than five star for this, the end of the Zabuza's arc. Outstanding not less.
And the start of the new arc? OMG the bunch of new characters are incredible promising!
And the start of the new arc? OMG the bunch of new characters are incredible promising!
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November 12, 2022Look at all the ✨child soldiers✨
October 12, 2020
Zabuza et Hakuuuu 🥰🥰
March 19, 2008
I absolutley love Haku.
You people who hate Naruto might think I'm stupid, but I cried at the scene where Haku died, and the part where he remembered his past. some may have forgotten Haku by now, but he will always remain in my heart.
You people who hate Naruto might think I'm stupid, but I cried at the scene where Haku died, and the part where he remembered his past. some may have forgotten Haku by now, but he will always remain in my heart.
October 1, 2017
Zabuza and Haku made me cry.
Also, I don't remember in the anime the Chunin exam being so soon. Anyway, it was one of my favorite arcs in the anime, and I can't wait to read it!
Also, I don't remember in the anime the Chunin exam being so soon. Anyway, it was one of my favorite arcs in the anime, and I can't wait to read it!
September 23, 2022
This was the volume that let the world know it was about to have a new mega hit on its hands the likes of which it had not seen since Star Wars. A new king of pop culture fiction was in town.
October 3, 2021
Lo que más me llama la atención de Naruto es que cualquier personaje (de los muchos que hay) podría protagonizar su propio manga. Cuando el argumento se centra en alguno de ellos siempre son interesantes, complejos y con la personalidad propia de un protagonista más que de un secundario. Orochimaru para mí uno de los mejores villanos que recuerdo (junto con freezer de DragonBall). Sasuke Uchiha y el misterioso motivo que rodea a su venganza. El zorro de nueve colas y el resto de bestias Bijus con cola. Los componentes de la organización Akatsuki. Los maestros Hokage y sus diferentes villas. Etc, etc... Todo es épico en este mundo de ninjas donde los intereses de cada personaje confrontarán haciendo una trama compleja e imprevisible. El combate será la mejor manera de resolver estos enfrentamientos con técnicas físicas, jutsus (técnicas con chakra) e incluso espectaculares invocaciones. Una maravilla que se puede disfrutar en manga, serie de televisión o las diferentes partes del videojuego "Naruto ultimate ninja storm".
September 15, 2022
My favourite volume so far. I’m obsessed with the way this series ticks all the boxes. A fast paced, action-packed story? Yes. A *perfect* balance of battle scenes, buffoonery and surprisingly in-depth and emotional dialogue? Absolutely. And the character arcs? PHENOMENAL (except you Sakura, sorry queen).
I’m keen for the chunin exams. 5 stars.
I’m keen for the chunin exams. 5 stars.
February 5, 2024
“You were at my side right from the start...and I'm at yours, now, at the end. If I could...if I were able...I would want to go to the same place on the other side...as you..."
haku and zabuzas death were always so sad 😭
haku and zabuzas death were always so sad 😭
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November 18, 2021
2.25 stars
Character Development: N/A (for all mangas)
Diversity: Kinda
Likes: I liked the action about this book.
Dislikes: At some parts of the book it was a little confusing. I don't know what I am doing. I wanna give up on this series.
What mood should you read this book in?: Emotional, Adventure
Pace: Fast
Likable Characters?: N/A (for all mangas)
Characters or Plot?: Character and PLot so 50/50
Overall, what is bad is that I don't remember anything from this book.
Character Development: N/A (for all mangas)
Diversity: Kinda
Likes: I liked the action about this book.
Dislikes: At some parts of the book it was a little confusing. I don't know what I am doing. I wanna give up on this series.
What mood should you read this book in?: Emotional, Adventure
Pace: Fast
Likable Characters?: N/A (for all mangas)
Characters or Plot?: Character and PLot so 50/50
Overall, what is bad is that I don't remember anything from this book.
May 7, 2025
Uno de los mejores arcos ☺️😸☺️ Haku ❤️
May 1, 2016
12 year old Naruto Uzumaki is an orphan with a nine-tailed demon fox sealed inside of him. Despite this, he's determined to become the strongest ninja in his village and earn the title of Hokage. Action scenes are good and interspersed with enough dialogue as to not get repetitive or boring. I like that the story focuses on a troubled main character -- not because a troubled main character is new, but because Naruto reacts like many kids do when they aren't given enough attention, and it's refreshing to see a manga reflect that. On the same note, I also like that he is growing and building on that trouble-making side. He's still a goofball, but he's applying himself. Awesome character growth for only four volumes.
Downside: Sakura is still lame. I was really excited for the chapter called "Sakura's Depression," because I thought we'd finally get to see some more development of her character, but nope. The chapter is barely about her -- any introspection is lost by the appearance of new ninjas and Konohomaru. *Sigh*
However, I'm a sucker for action manga, so I'll stick it out for now in hopes that we see some more female character development soon.
Downside: Sakura is still lame. I was really excited for the chapter called "Sakura's Depression," because I thought we'd finally get to see some more development of her character, but nope. The chapter is barely about her -- any introspection is lost by the appearance of new ninjas and Konohomaru. *Sigh*
However, I'm a sucker for action manga, so I'll stick it out for now in hopes that we see some more female character development soon.
September 9, 2007
This book is a manga about the episode when naruto and sasuke fight haku(boy) may look like girl but its a boy. while sasuke and naruto fought haku kakashi had to deal with zabuza which is haku's partner. In this manga it was hard to fight haku because she was to fast and strong for naruto and sasuke but they still outsmarted him. Zabuza died because he got stabbed like 12 times on his back.
July 14, 2017
This one was emotional y'all! Our resident ninja hero team finally come face to face with their final battle with Zabuza and Haku. We get to see more of Sasuke and Kakashi's special abilities AND Naruto's nine tailed fox is slowly creeping out.
Good storyline, great character arcs, and super sad ending.
On the brightside it's leading us into my favorite part of Naruto. The Chunin exams are coming!!
Good storyline, great character arcs, and super sad ending.
On the brightside it's leading us into my favorite part of Naruto. The Chunin exams are coming!!
November 1, 2018
Este tomo ha tenido capítulos emotivos que me ha hecho llorar de verdad , momentos que me han hecho reír a carcajadas y otros sonreír como los diálogos de mi amado Iruka. Y ha aparecido uno de mis personajes favoritos Rock Lee.
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May 17, 2021
After the intense first-half, the second-half was nicely balanced by adding humour and competitive spirit. The Chunin Exam are about to start and every ninja looks so energetic and confident about it. I love their attitudes already!
May 2, 2024
Tears (a lot) were shed
June 15, 2024
Ummmmm why am I crying in the club right now?
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