All of Konoha mourns the tragic loss of Asuma Sarutobi. Knowing that Hidan and Kakuzu are bound to return, Shikamaru, Choji, and Ino prepare to head off to take revenge upon the duo while Kakashi takes temporary leadership of the team.
Genre: Adventure
Pulsar
Koko and her group go to the border of Russia to make an easy delivery, but end up marching right into a covert war for a pipeline. Koko is eager to leave, but her client is desperate for more weaponry and will do anything to get it…
Gunmetal Calico Road
Jonah has just started working for the weapons dealer, Koko. On his first job, they run into some big problems delivering their merchandise. Next they have to undermine a freelance weapons dealer who wants a piece of the action… and money.
The Sad News
While Akatsuki discusses the true goals of their organization, Naruto continues his training. Meanwhile, Tsunade receives the tragic news.