Do you want me to tell you
how to get out of this situation?
You have to break your own arm…
It's probably impossible for
someone who doesn't have the motivation to become a ninja.
Motivation?
What's that supposed to mean?
Motivation is well... having resolve.
Whether it's for money, for praise, or for the sake of your parents…
It doesn't matter.
But without it, you can't change.
Even I have…
You'll become a ninja with everyone and then figure out something to do…
Was that right?
You call that resolve?
Then what about right now, when you still haven't figured it out?
Would you be able to trample over them to become a ninja,
just yourself?
It's hard to answer a question like that, isn't it?
But things like that often happen.
And that's when what ultimately sustains a ninja is born…
Resolve comes from motivation.
Sure, you're willing, and you have the talent.
But that's just not enough.
And that's even more so if you don't have resolve.
How would you know anything about me?
I know plenty.
I got a good look at you up close.
A Shinobi's Resolve
You're—!
I just took a page from your book and pranked you.
Anyway, this year's Academy students are horrible.
What?
There are ones among you, who more or less,
have some resolve, but even so…
They underestimate what a ninja is.
It must be your influence on them.
The severity of being a ninja…
The unfairness that awaits…
You haven't even begun to imagine it.
I just can't acknowledge this group as ninja.
Because if you get into a real battle,
you'll all be slaughtered.
I'll ask you again…
Can you break your own arm,
just so that you can find a reason to become a ninja?
I guess no one passes this year…
There's no need for any of you to return to the Academy.
Find another path.
Just think of it as part of the severity in becoming a ninja…
Damn it!
Lightning Style: Snake Lightning!
They got me…
But what's your next move, Boruto?
I don't detect the Sensei close by.
I guess we were able to get away for now.
Are you okay?
I-I'm okay, so go take care of Mitsuki.
Don't worry!
Wasabi's really good at Medical Ninjutsu.
Although they tell me I'm not cut out for it.
Thanks, Wasabi.
Damn it…
So, this is the severe part of being a ninja?
Let's wrap this up and become ninja already!
Guys… I'm sorry.
This could be all my fault.
What are you talking about?
I thought that we could all become ninja together,
then I could figure out what I wanted to do.
But it seems that's just not good enough.
Is that why you couldn't protest?
I-I…couldn't break my own arm.
Your arm?!
Old Man Kakashi said our class was horrible,
and that it was all because of me.
Why you—!
Iwabe!
D-Don't fight…
W-What?
Turning on each other is exactly what they're aiming for.
Shut up! I'm not picking a fight!
What the hell are you going on about?!
We're weak because of you?
Quit looking down on us!
I'm saying this to you and Lord Sixth!
If it weren't for you, Boruto…
I'd still be in the corner of the classroom,
expecting to stay back another year, and sulking over it.
It's because of you, that I got this far.
All that and you're still looking down on me?!
I've made up my mind now.
I'm going to become a ninja, no matter what.
You helped me get this far,
and I'm not going to give you a chance to put me down!
Right?
Yup.
I wouldn't be here now, if it weren't for you.
Me too.
If you weren't here,
I know I wouldn't be alive right now either.
This time, I want to repay you, and the others,
with my life and with my power.
That's why… I'm going to become a ninja!
Our entire class… is full of good people.
You have a big mouth, but you put us first,
and did everything you could to help us escape.
You're the nucleus of this class, Boruto.
That's for sure, even though I hate to admit it.
We all look up to you… and you think that's bad?
But…I…
Mitsuki! Are you okay?!
I'll manage…
Sorry, Mitsuki.
Why are you apologizing?
I did this because I wanted to.
I actually did something for someone else…
If I hadn't been observing you,
it would never have crossed my mind.
And now that I have, it's pretty fun.
And so what if I got hurt in the process, it's no big deal.
Mitsuki…
You're strong.
You think so?
All right, I've made up my mind!
I…
I'm gonna become a ninja so that we can stay together!
All right, let's do it!
Let's make Lord Sixth take back everything!
But how?
Aren't we all out?
About that…
I was thinking it was strange…
Why is there a 24-hour time limit?
As long as we have our bandanas,
shouldn't we be able to keep trying, right?
Come to think of it,
we didn't get our bandanas taken away when they got us.
Yeah, even when we all lost consciousness.
And although we were wounded, they didn't come after us.
Maybe everyone's still in…
I'm positive we're okay.
How can you be so sure?
This is a test of our "resolve."
But all the Sensei said this isn't an ordinary exam.
We forgot because we focused on the practical application part.
That's how trick questions work.
It's not the problem, but how we choose to answer that's important.
This isn't an ordinary exam.
This is all for our sake…
The early bird gets the worm…
And…
There's one bell.
Which means…
Yeah.
We're all gonna pass together!
I wonder if Boruto and the others will come?
Hmm…
We're making it so easy for them to understand.
If they don't come to rescue them, everyone fails.
Yes, you're right.
We'll stand guard over these students.
Lord Sixth, please go relax and
read "Make-Out Paradise" or something.
I've read it so many times, I've practically memorized it.
It's probably a trap.
But since you're here too, Anko Sensei, shall we indulge them?
They're here.
Nue?!
Nue…
First, we'll rescue everyone and recoup our strength!
– Uh-huh. – Yeah.
Metal and Wasabi, you're the fastest in our class!
Distract them with your speed!
Let's do this, Metal!
TORTOISESHELL
Ninja Art: Cat Cloak!
STRAY TABBY
Meow!
Leaf…Hurricane!
Pretty fast.
I knew it… She was a clone.
Namida, your jutsu will be our secret weapon.
I know it'll work great!
I don't have that kind of power!
Oh? What are you sneaking around here for?
Nue!
Wasabi! I was so scared!
I barely missed getting hit with that!
Thanks for saving us!
Why wouldn't we? It's just something you do!
So? How are Sarada and the others?
I'm sure they're okay.
There are two of you, and that's all you've got?
Is that it, Boruto?
The Coordinated Light Formation, eh?
Cha!
Sorry, Denki.
Your opponent is Boruto's…
When did that happen?!
You were careless…
Big Bro Konohamaru!
Transformation Jutsu…
But how did my target get…?
Oh!
A genjutsu?!
Yes.
Although I wasn't sure
if it would work on you, Konohamaru Sensei.
That's 'cuz you kept focusing on me.
You got me!
Leave it to the Sharingan,
and the craftiness you inherited from Lord Seventh, eh.
Hey!
Since you're here, Tsuru, I guess the guys pulled it off.
Yup. Everyone's looking for Lord Sixth now.
All right!
Let's go get 'im together!
Sorry to keep you waiting, Old Man Kakashi!
Look, I told you to call me Lord Sixth!
So, what is it this time?
You've got your Shadow Clones out…
I'm gonna do this!
Good grief…
I believe four was your limit, right?
Hey, hold it… hold it…
What is this?!
– It's now or never! – It's now or never!
Transformation Jutsu?!
I see…
You did surprise me a little, but it's still a childish trick.
It's just unexpected, is all.
You guys are still hopeless.
– We're not done yet! – We're not done yet!
Did you guys listen to anything I said?
We get it!
No, you don't. Not one bit.
As it is, you're not compensating
for the differences in your individual strengths.
You're still scattered.
Did you think all you had to do to defeat me
was to attack at once?
Don't underestimate a shinobi.
You're the one who's underestimating us!
I guess a crushing defeat is the only solution.
Do it now!
A Sealing Barrier?!
It's a Multi-Coordinated Light Formation.
I see…
You lured me here as we fought.
You got that right.
Well?
Isn't it a pretty powerful Sealing Jutsu?
Hurry! Get the bell…
It won't hold any longer!
Boruto, please!
I know, ya know!
Uh-oh, this isn't good…
Purple Lightning!
I think I overdid it a little…
There's no way I'm gonna sit back
while you look down on my friends!
I'm gonna become a ninja!
Me too!
Same here!
Me too.
And me.
Same here!
Me too!
– Me too. – Me too.
Lately, me too!
Of course!
Even though it's a drag!
I'm going to become the Hokage!
And I want to keep on staying here too.
It's over…
All right. The genin exams are over.
You all pass!
– Huh?! – Huh?!
What?
I said, you all pass!
What?
What's with all the looks?
But…we didn't get the bell.
Oh, this?
It's okay, forget the bell.
You wouldn't have gotten it anyway,
even if hell froze over.
Then, what was that rule all about anyway?
The ninja world is severe.
There are many rules and laws in the real world.
And those who break the rules are called scum.
But…if you don't value your comrades,
you're worse than scum.
This year's students seem to understand that very clearly.
The moment you joined together and challenged me as one,
you passed.
Then, why didn't you say so right then?
Well…
You used that Sealing Jutsu so well, and I was so impressed…
I didn't want to stop you.
In this exam, you failed if you abandoned your friends.
If you joined forces with your friends, you passed.
That's because in a real mission, you'll encounter many difficulties.
And in order to overcome them,
you must never let your bond with your comrades waver…
That resolve is absolutely… essential…but…
What's the matter? I'm almost done here.
It's okay, Sensei. Keep going.
We're too tired to even talk.
Damn it, you guys…
Anyway, you did well.
Release!
You are now genin!
It's a little early to celebrate…
How were this year's graduates?
Well, they have potential.
They may not be polished, but they seem to be gutsy.
That's good.
By the way…
you really got carried away against the students!
Huh?!
You're always like that.
You don't know what moderation is.
Sorry…
You know, you should be a little more considerate
toward the students…
Look, I said I'm sorry!
Listen! In the first place, you always….
Did you not hear me say sorry?
So, what is a three-man squad?
I-It's a three-man team made in order to fulfill missions!
You got half of it right!
A three-man squad is a team of comrades,
who hold each other's lives in their hands.
The reason is because teamwork is the factor
that distinguishes between life or death.
Next time on Boruto Naruto Next Generations:
"Formation of the Three-Man Squad?"
I'll now present the match ups.
FORMATION OF THE THREE-MAN SQUAD?