2. Orochimaru vs. Hiruzen Sarutobi
One of the most underrated fights in the first part of Naruto is the battle between Orochimaru and the 3rd Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi. The fight between the former student and his teacher is not only thematically interesting but makes Orochimaru an even more sinister figure.
The battle has everything. There are countless jutsus, cool fight scenes, and with the summoning of the old Hokage, a tragic premise where Sarutobi must fight against his old comrades. The finale, where Sarutobi summons the Death God and destroys Orochimaru’s hands, is the tragic conclusion of a battle that shows that Sarutobi deserves the title God of Shinobi
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3. Sasuke vs. Itachi
A fight that has been building since the beginning of Naruto is the battle between Sasuke and his brother Itachi. The fight is not just emotionally rich but also showcases various techniques. Additionally, it narrates the relationship between the two brothers.
The classic fire jutsus are applied, as well as the Susano’o and the Amaterasu. Alongside Itachi’s spectacular illusions, there is also an almost Kaiju-like battle involving a giant serpent. The ending highlights the tragic story of Itachi and demonstrates how much he loved his brother Sasuke.
