They say the grass is always greener on the other side.
It's true that we tend to desire the things we don't have.
Bushy-Brows?
You're so lucky, Naruto...
You can use ninjutsu.
Where'd that come from?
Well!
Somebody help!
Purse snatcher!
I'll take this!
Not on my watch!
Nice work, Guy Sensei.
That was fantastic.
But you shouldn't have thrown your poor turtle,
I feel bad for him.
Being reminded that Guy Sensei can use ninjutsu, as well...
It made me wish I could, too.
Who cares, though?
Your hand-to-hand combat skills are off the charts.
But I...
I want to become even stronger!
So... So I can protect Sakura!
Check it out...
I think Sakura's headed to the bath house.
Bath house?!
Naruto is Lee, Lee is Naruto!
Nothing like a nice long soak in the big bath...
Move over, Naruto.
Stop pushing me.
You're hogging it.
I saw it first.
What're you two doing?
Gulp!
You wouldn't be trying to peep at Sakura naked, would you?
O-Of course not!
We're just, um... er, uh...
Yeah, we were.
There's no excuse.
We were trying to peep.
You're so serious about it!
I don't go back on my word.
That's my ninja way!
You can try to make it sound smooth,
but you're still a creep.
I...
I swear I'll watch over Sakura until the day I die!
That shouldn't extend to peeping!
Those were the worst attempts to be cool I've ever seen!
We're trying to protect Sakura from danger!
We're demonstrating our resolve!
Sh-Shut up!
Uh oh...
I got so ticked off
I let a Mind-Body Reversal Jutsu slip out...
Don't just let ninjutsu "slip out!"
That really hurt...
Why am I...
...standing over there?
This is one of my clan's secret techniques...
It targets two people and switches their minds.
Th-Then I'm Naruto...
And I'm Bushy-Brows?!
This won't do!
Yeah, switch us back!
I-I'm sorry...
I can't...
She looks sick!
The technique uses a ton of chakra...
I can't switch you back till I recover...
Are you okay?
I don't think so...
Shoot...
Oh well, I'll just have to use the Transformation Jutsu.
That's right...
Bushy-Brows can't use ninjutsu...
Wait, then maybe...
Transformation Jutsu!
I'm back to normal!
Who's that supposed to be?!
You went overboard on the pretty-boy factor!
Amazing...
I did it! My very first ninjutsu!
I can't wait to tell everyone!
Hold it!
What was that for?!
How're we gonna explain why we're switched?
Everyone will know we were trying to peep...
And...
You were what?!
She'll murder us.
We'll just have to keep it under wraps until Ino recovers her chakra.
I finally used a ninjutsu... This stinks.
It is what it is.
Oh yeah! It's about time to start my last training of the day!
If I don't keep moving, my body will lose its edge!
But... that's my body...
Speaking of which,
I feel a lot lighter than normal...
Hup!
Wow, I'm so fast!
Well, you're in my body.
Our training methods are completely different.
Holy cow!
Martial arts rule!
You've only scratched the surface.
This is the core of martial arts training.
Releasing your limiters!
I'm overflowing with power!
Here goes!
Eyebrow Whirlwind!
Hey, I can use ninjutsu now!
Here goes!
You know...
Even though you can use chakra now, you need better style.
Then what about this?
Well?
This is true youth!
I'm bursting with passion!
That's even worse...
Oh? I'll show you!
Oh, even though you can't turn into yourself!
This should be useful.
Now to use Naruto's trademark technique...
No, that one's out of your league.
Monroe Jutsu!
Wow!
I wonder what it'd be like if other people got switched.
Like Sakura and Kakashi Sensei...
It'd probably end up like...
One Thousand Years of Death!
Why did I have to be the victim?
If Neji and Sakura were switched...
Attack! Punchline! Cross-dress!
Again, why am I the victim?
Now, if Guy Sensei and Sakura were switched...
Guy Sensei!
Ah, this is youth!
I finally found you, Naruto!
Cut it out.
It's all hypothetical.
But I bet if we switched with our senseis,
it'd make for good training.
Maybe so.
Yeah, I bet we could think of some moves...
...to try using Kakashi Sensei's or Guy Sensei's body.
I'd want to switch with Lady Tsunade!
What exactly would you want to do in her body?
Just kidding, just kidding.
Anyways, let's keep a low profile until Ino recovers her chakra...
It feels like I'm seeing the world in a whole new light.
Yeah, I kinda feel stronger than before.
There you are. I've been looking for you.
For me?!
Sakura was looking for me...
Sakura... for me!
Sakura!
What's with you, Naruto?
Don't do that creepy act!
Sakura was looking for me!
Excuse me, it's very rude to be whispering right in front of me.
Sorry about that.
So what's up, anyway?
Are we going on a date or something?
Sorry...
I, uh... You're just a little too intense for me...
Sorry, friend.
Don't act like you won!
We're switched. You're the one she doesn't like!
That's right...
This is fine though, you come, too, Lee.
Lady Tsunade's ordered Team Kakashi and Team Guy on a joint mission.
Hey, Lee, we were just about to come find you.
Oh, Tenten and Neji.
Lee's walking like a normal person...
Well, I guess miracles do happen.
But Lee walking normally...
Bushy-Brows, what kind of life do you live?!
I'm the hardest-working ninja there is!
I do even the most basic things...
Like this, see?
Knock it off, you'll jam my fingers.
Remember, Lee, we've got a mission today.
No challenging me to any matches today!
Well duh.
I already beat you a long time ago.
What's gotten into you?
You're always pestering Neji to fight you!
Huh? O-Oh yeah!
By the way, Neji,
I heard the Hyugas are having a tough time of it.
Yeah, well.
Don't worry.
When I become Hokage,
I'll change the Hyuga Clan for you.
Who are you?!
Everyone's here.
Where's Kakashi Sensei and Guy Sensei?
Sorry we're late, everyone.
Today, I got lost on the road we call "dreams."
You just took too long.
Actually, Kakashi...
How about a ramen speed-eating contest?
Forget it.
I'll just embarrass you in front of your pupils.
That's not true!
Guy Sensei will win for sure!
Naruto?
Because Guy Sensei...
...is better than everyone!
Th-Thanks...
My stock seems to have dropped a lot...
Is it because I was late?
To think you of all people would respect me so much..
My lost boy, this is real youth!
Come, Lee!
Leap into my heaving bosom!
Another bowl, pops!
Ramen over me?
Okay, settle down, and I'll explain our mission.
Hidden in the forest are rogue ninjas who are targeting the village.
Our mission is to capture them.
I can't believe I have to use this body in real combat...
Bring 'em on!
This is my chance to try out real ninjutsu.
I won't lose either.
I'll use my techniques to protect Sakura!
I Dream of Taking the Nine-Tails for a Walk!
Lee and Naruto remain swapped,
but now Team Guy and Team Kakashi are on a joint mission.
Neji, your Byakugan made things much easier.
We found them right away.
We gotta catch 'em all, right?
Don't be scared. We've got them outnumbered!
You're not going home, Leaf losers!
Get 'em!
I'll handle them!
Let's see what Bushy-Brows' combat moves can do!
Eyebrow Whirlwind!
He extended his nose hairs?!
You moron, I can counter that easily!
Lee!
Let's go, Naruto.
I'll draw their attention. You cover me!
Yes, sir!
Finally, my chance to shine.
Now, Naruto!
Hit them with a big move!
Look, Kakashi Sensei!
I made two shadow clones!
So what?
Have no fear, this just leads into my new move!
Sexy Sakura Jutsu!
The enemy will all be staring at me now!
What are you doing?
Also, I just said I was in charge of distracting them!
But it's perfect!
This is impressive, even for me!
Although I think I'm lacking a few curves...
Agreed!
Idiots!
What's with you guys?
Get serious!
Okay, Lee!
We'll use a tag team attack!
O-Okay...
This time I'll use my newly-evolved martial arts prowess!
Super-Mega Severe Leaf Hurricane!
You expect me to do that?!
Don't be silly!
Something like that should be a breeze for you!
Now rend the air with your kicks and start shooting some fireballs!
No way man, that's impossible!
Pass!
Huh?
I quit...
You're through!
Kakashi Sensei!
Clearly you two aren't at 100% today.
Just stay back!
We're not helping at all...
If I could just at least make some shadow clones...
Forget protecting Sakura, at this rate...
Shall I lend you my power, then?
That voice...
The beast sealed within Naruto's body?
So this is the inside of Naruto's mind...
You there, child.
Let me out of here.
I can't do that without your owner's permission, Niney.
N-Niney?
I'll give you this if you promise to behave yourself.
I have no need for tights!
Fair enough.
I have just the thing for you.
A high-quality rubber bone.
I'm not chewing that!
What do you take me for?!
What wild chakra...
I need to speak from the heart if I'm going to quell his anger...
It's already been six whole months.
So much time.
Even he must be...
But...
Taro...
Taro, you're alive!
Taro!
It appears this mind-swap has weakened the seal a bit.
Perhaps now...
Oh no, the seal on the Nine-Tails!
Of all the times...
Aren't the tails in the wrong spot?
Two of them on the eyebrows...
Tailed Beast
He's begun the Tailed...
No, the Browed Beast Transformation!
Browed Beast
I know you're being serious,
but "browed beast" sounds weird, Kakashi Sensei.
We have to stop him quickly,
or the browed beast's power will run out of control!
I see we're sticking with "browed beast," then.
My body's on fire...
So this is what a giant dog's chakra is like...
Giant dog?!
Guy Sensei!
I have to... control it... for Sensei...
I swear I won't lose control!
Naruto's attacking Guy Sensei!
Now's my chance to seal it!
Seal
Watch out!
The enemy's attacking!
Everyone run!
Explosive tags!
Oh no!
Sakura fell off the cliff!
I'm not hurt too badly, but I can't...
We've gotta whack...
...anyone who saw us.
Prepare to die.
This is bad...
I need to heal myself with medical ninjutsu,
but there's no time.
What do I do...
Get her!
Naruto, Lee-san!
Huh?
Ah, the useless guys from earlier.
Guys, don't push it, get the senseis!
It's true that we can't fight normally,
but we can still beat these guys.
But...
Even though I can't use ninjutsu, I won't give up.
With enough hard work, I can control Niney's power.
I don't go back on my word.
That's my ninja way!
Remember, I swore to protect you with my life.
Naruto, let's combine our powers!
Yeah!
We have to protect Sakura!
We've got this group.
Hurry, everyone!
We have to help them!
What the...?
Here goes!
Rasen Shu-Lee-ken!
He threw him?!
Um...
Shu-Lee-ken...
It feels like they really shoehorned that name in...
Looks like everything worked out.
Yeah.
I gotta say, you're something else.
It's so hard not being able to use ninjutsu,
but you still manage to fight so well.
And you, Naruto...
Dealing with that giant, disobedient dog every day...
I definitely couldn't handle it.
Giant dog?
Regardless, we've both got a lot on our plates, huh?
You said it!
Hey, Naruto.
Ah ha, so you two had your minds switched.
I knew something was off.
You two have been talking like one another all day.
Oh... we... uh...
How exactly did this happen?
Serves you right.
We'll never do it again. Please switch us back.
P-Pretty please.
Get those swollen faces away from me!
Fine, my chakra's fully recovered now.
Here goes... Mind-Body Reverse—
I'm not just cross-dressing, I'm an actual girl now?!
I'm a teenager, not an old man in his 30s!
No big deal, right, Guy?
Youth!
Uh, Ino, you—
I'm Sai.
I'm so sorry. When I tripped,
a Mass Mind-Body Reversal Jutsu accidentally slipped out...
Not again! You can't let ninjutsu just slip out!
Wait, does that mean...
Yeah... until my chakra recovers, we're stuck...
No!
This is all your fault!
What are you gonna do about this?!
Wake up, Ino!
And so, everyone was stuck in a different body...
...for a few days until Ino's chakra recovered.
Hoo boy...
I'm Sai's New Agent! Win Lady Tsunade's Heart!
Next week is "I'm Sai's New Agent!"
and "Win Lady Tsunade's Heart!"
Lady Tsunade, huh?
It's finally time! I'm so excited!
About what?
If I'm going to marry Sakura,
my final mission is to win the approval of her master, Lady Tsunade!
I always figured I'd need to find her a boyfriend, too!
Lady Tsunade, I'll be waiting at the gates]
Lady Tsunade isn't Sakura's mom!
Besides, the two of you aren't even dating!