Naruto (dub) Episode 117 -

: Both fighters showcase extreme intelligence; Kidomaru for mathematically finding a physical weakness in an "invincible" eye, and Neji for using his own injury as a bridge to reach a distant opponent.

: Kidomaru fires a powerful, chakra-infused arrow directly at Neji's blind spot. Neji, realizing he cannot dodge it perfectly, chooses to take the hit in a non-vital area to stay alive and connected to his enemy. Naruto (Dub) Episode 117

: After entering the second state of his cursed seal, Kidomaru creates a specialized bow and arrow using his hardened webs. He discovers Neji’s weakness: a tiny blind spot in the Byakugan’s 360-degree field of vision. : Both fighters showcase extreme intelligence; Kidomaru for

: With his remaining strength, Neji strikes Kidomaru with his Eight Trigrams Sixty-Four Palms , damaging the enemy's chakra points and internal organs. Kidomaru is killed, and Neji collapses from his severe injuries, leaving the rest of the mission to his teammates. Key Themes and Character Beats : After entering the second state of his

: Neji recalls his fight with Naruto, realizing that even if he is considered a genius, he cannot lose because of the people who believe in him. He rejects the idea that fate is unchangeable.

In the original series, is titled "Losing is Not an Option!" . It concludes the intense battle between Neji Hyuga and Kidomaru during the Sasuke Retrieval Arc. Episode Synopsis