In the third phase of the Journeyman Ninja Selection Exams, Sasuke faces one of the vicious Sound Ninja spies, crippled by the curse Ochimaru has placed on him. But, with his signature fighting techniques off-limits, how can he prevail? And, even if he wins, Ochimaru's curse may change him forever.

This book reads from right to left. "This graphic novel contains material that was originally published in English in Shonen jump #31-35."