Festival of Lights · Diwali
Dōmeki traveled to the Land of Water to investigate the Kaguya Clan and became caught in a rebellion against the genjutsu-controlled Mizukage. After defeating Yagura and freeing him from the control, Dōmeki escaped Kirigakure and prepared to travel home with Haku and Kakashi.
Dōmeki rescued Karin and her mother, recruited Jūgo and Suigetsu, and gained the Sage’s Blade while advancing Orochimaru’s plans against Konoha. After defeating Rasa and sparing him at Orochimaru’s request, Dōmeki arrived in Konoha for the Chunin Exams and reunited with Temari.
Dōmeki entered the Chunin Exams, fought Gaara, and helped Team 7 survive Orochimaru before stirring conflict within the Hyuga Clan while disguised as Obito Uchiha. He revealed Akatsuki connections to Kakashi and Sasuke, then parted from Temari when Baki summoned her.
Dōmeki confronted Gaara, Konoha’s attackers, and powerful enemies as the invasion unfolded, while Naruto and the other fighters faced battles across several lands. The story left the Rock ninja shaken by the Masked Man’s overwhelming power.
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