1 fight scene before Shippuden made Masashi Kishimoto famous: “The original Naruto was really in a class of its own”

From battles to friendships, Naruto remains iconic in every way. While Shippuden has its fair share of legendary battles, in this case nothing beats the original. From top-notch animation to unique character designs, the original series is in a class of its own in many ways. This is especially true when it comes to this epic showdown.

Team 7 in a still from the series part 2 | Photo credit: Studio Pierrot

The battle between Gaara and Rock Lee was nothing short of legendary. From Lee's mastery of taijutsu to Gaara's thirst for blood, the fight was truly powerful. On top of that, its stunning visuals evoke nostalgia in every way imaginable. To say the least, fans look back at the iconic scene that earned Masashi Kishimoto recognition as a mangaka.

Fans of X look back at the legendary battle before Shippuden in the series

From character design to animation, the original Naruto series was a high point in every way. This…