Sound Vs. Leaf - 111 :

Sasuke officially begins his transition to the "second state" of the Curse Mark by consuming the Mind Awakening Pill. To survive the process, the Sound Four seal him inside a barrel for safe transport.

The search result for "" refers to Episode 111 of the original Naruto anime series, titled "Sound vs. Leaf" (or "Contact: Sound vs. Leaf"). This episode is a pivotal moment in the Sasuke Retrieval Arc. Episode Summary & Review Highlights 111 : Sound vs. Leaf

Shikamaru, Naruto, Neji, Kiba, and Choji successfully track the Sound Four. The episode highlights Shikamaru’s strategic growth as he devises an ambush, though it is ultimately countered by the Sound Four’s sensory abilities. Critical Reception: Sasuke officially begins his transition to the "second

The introduction of the "State 2" Curse Mark process. Leaf" (or "Contact: Sound vs

For more details on the episode's plot, you can check the Narutopedia entry .

The episode features a brief but significant off-screen battle where the Sound Four defeat two Leaf Jonin, Genma Shiranui and Raidō Namiashi. Reviewers often note this as a demonstration of how powerful the Sound Four are when using their Curse Marks, as they managed to overcome seasoned Jonin.

While the main fights of the arc (like Choji vs. Jirobo) begin shortly after, this episode is widely regarded as a great "setup" episode that establishes the power gap the Genin must overcome. Quick Stats Arc: Sasuke Retrieval Arc Manga Chapters: Primarily based on Chapters 183–185