Fukasaku explains that Sage Mode requires the user to remain perfectly still to gather natural energy—a nearly impossible feat in the middle of a high-stakes battle.
The episode ends on a cliffhanger as the village begins to burn, setting the stage for the intense battles that follow in the Pain's Assault Arc . (Dub) 157 : Hour of Temptation
Realizing the Akatsuki have arrived, Lady Tsunade orders the immediate recall of Naruto from his training. Naruto's Sage Training Fukasaku explains that Sage Mode requires the user
As explosions rock the village, the Leaf shinobi scramble to mount a defense: Naruto's Sage Training As explosions rock the village,
Pain tricks the Konoha Barrier Team by having only the Animal Path enter first through the air. Once inside, the Animal Path uses a Summoning Jutsu to bring the other five Paths and Konan past the barrier.
Sakura proves her growth by defeating a Giant Centipede with a single blow, saving several civilians and taking charge of the medical response at the hospital.