Naruto Spin-Off: Rock Lee & His Ninja Pals

Naruto Spin-Off: Rock Lee & His Ninja Pals

Welcome to the Hidden Leaf Village. The village where Uzumaki Naruto, star of the TV show "Naruto" makes his home, but our main character is not Naruto! It's the ninja who can't use ninjutsu, Rock Lee!

Languages:
Japanese
Year of production:
2012
Country of origin:
Japan
TV shows creator:
Tensai Okamura
CAST:
Rock Lee is a Ninja who can't use Ninjutsu/Rock Lee's Rival is Naruto

1. Rock Lee is a Ninja who can't use Ninjutsu/Rock Lee's Rival is Naruto

For the first story of this sideshow Rock Lee has to protect a little girl and her family from a loan shark. And in the second story he competes Naruto for a one of a time bowl of food.

Love is a part of the Springtime of Youth / Love makes both sides Crazy

2. Love is a part of the Springtime of Youth / Love makes both sides Crazy

During the first story Lee tries to ask out Sakura. When that fails, in the second story he tries his luck through a love-letter.

A Competition with the Genius Ninja, Neji / Tenten's Must-Win Battle

3. A Competition with the Genius Ninja, Neji / Tenten's Must-Win Battle

In the first story Lee tries to prove he's better than Neji. For the second Tenten tries to make her teammates recognizing her more as a girl, not just as a ninja.

Guy Sensei Didn't Do It! / Guy Sensei's Rival is Kakashi Sensei!

4. Guy Sensei Didn't Do It! / Guy Sensei's Rival is Kakashi Sensei!

Guy Sensei - and consequently his team - must face the consequence of him trying to develop a new kung-fu style. Then Lee temporarily trades his Sensei for Kakashi.

I'm Going to Teach Konohamaru Kempo / I Save my Lucky Undies for Physicals

5. I'm Going to Teach Konohamaru Kempo / I Save my Lucky Undies for Physicals

Kunohamaru comes to learn some taijutsu because of an exam. Turns out he only needs a little confidence-shake. The second story proves, graduated ninjas like Lee needs that too sometimes.

The Leaf Village Sports Meet / Calvary Battles are pare of the Thrill of Youth

6. The Leaf Village Sports Meet / Calvary Battles are pare of the Thrill of Youth

The Leaf Village goes through an annual competition-series. It comes down of course again Lee vs Naruto.

Orochimaru is a B-Type Scorpio / Love Letters are the Ultimate Trap

7. Orochimaru is a B-Type Scorpio / Love Letters are the Ultimate Trap

Orochimaru tries to infiltrate Leaf Village (with intention of destroying it of course). Then goes to take revenge on Lee and his ninja pals for preventing his plan.

Even Hokages Wear Out / Orochimaru is Persistent

8. Even Hokages Wear Out / Orochimaru is Persistent

Lee accidentally breaks Cunade's carving in the mountain. Fixing it is made even harder when Orochimaru returns.

Hinata is Neji's Cousin / Hinata's Weak Point is Naruto

9. Hinata is Neji's Cousin / Hinata's Weak Point is Naruto

Hinata practices to overcome here fainting when Naruto is around.

Teamwork Symbolizes Youth / The Culprit is Among Us!

10. Teamwork Symbolizes Youth / The Culprit is Among Us!

Lee tries to harden his teamwork with Neji by the the help of Shikamaru and Choji. Then the two team takes an IQ-test after the physicals.

A Field Trip to the Old Capital! / Girls' Rooms and Candy Boxes

11. A Field Trip to the Old Capital! / Girls' Rooms and Candy Boxes

Lee and Naruto are both vying to be on Sakura's team for a research trip to the old capital city. Later, evening falls and Lee wants to slip away from all the Sensei to go hang out with the girls.

The No-Ninjutsu Lifestyle! / I Want to Share an Umbrella with Sakura

12. The No-Ninjutsu Lifestyle! / I Want to Share an Umbrella with Sakura

Fed up with their pupils using their ninja skills for the simplest of tasks, Guy and Kakashi set out to teach them some appreciation.

Student vs. Master! Rock Lee vs. Might Guy! / I will Surpass Guy Sensei

13. Student vs. Master! Rock Lee vs. Might Guy! / I will Surpass Guy Sensei

The ninjas of the Hidden Leaf are being tested on their combat skills, and Team Guy must win a match against their sensei in order to pass. Neji and Tenten succeed using their special moves, but how will Lee stand up to Guy-sensei's Morning Peacock?

I'll Restore the Reputation of Ninjas! / Death!

14. I'll Restore the Reputation of Ninjas! / Death!

Fewer children in the Hidden Leaf Village are choosing to become ninjas. Lee goes to talk to Guy-sensei about the issue, only to overhear his idol say "Ninjutsu is the most important part of being a ninja!...

The Pool's Finally Open! / The Super Happy Orochi-Pool Park!

15. The Pool's Finally Open! / The Super Happy Orochi-Pool Park!

It's summer in the Leaf Village, but the pool's empty! Lee and the gang set out to fill it, but are they playing into Orochimaru's hands?!

The Warring Chef Triad! / Time to Tone Down Guy-Sensei!

16. The Warring Chef Triad! / Time to Tone Down Guy-Sensei!

Lee and the gang are out camping, but it's not easy to cook in the great outdoors. When Shikamaru comes up with a plan to pit the girls against each other in a cook-off, Tenten, Sakura and Ino put their pride as women on the line and charge into battle!

The new Naruto Movie Premiere! / Please go see the new Naruto Movie!

17. The new Naruto Movie Premiere! / Please go see the new Naruto Movie!

Lee and Tenten grab the latest issue of Jump to get the scoop on the new Naruto movie! But the moment they get it, a bright light blinds them, and when it fades, everyone's personality is totally different!

Boom! The Shinobi Fireworks Show! / Bang! Tenten's Acting Weird!

18. Boom! The Shinobi Fireworks Show! / Bang! Tenten's Acting Weird!

The Leaf Village is holding a fireworks show, including a contest to see which ninja can make the biggest boom. Guy-sensei orders Lee to win at any cost!

Summer Means Seashell Styles! / Watermelon Wars!

19. Summer Means Seashell Styles! / Watermelon Wars!

Team Guy and Team Kakashi head to the beach. Lee wants to scope out Sakura's "amazing" new bathing suit, but Guy-sensei makes him train instead. Can Naruto and Konohamaru help him escape Guy-sensei's clutches?

I want to be friends with Gaara! / The Rock Lee Impostor Strikes

20. I want to be friends with Gaara! / The Rock Lee Impostor Strikes

Gaara, Kazekae of the Hidden Sand Village, is coming to visit the Leaf Village. Thinking Lee might still be mad about his past defeat at Gaara's hands, Tenten and the others try to find a way to bring them closer.

A Hot Night for a Chilling Tale / The Hokage Tears aren't for Decoration

21. A Hot Night for a Chilling Tale / The Hokage Tears aren't for Decoration

It's a sweltering summer night, but Guy-sensei wants Lee and the boys to cool themselves off without air conditioning. Can a scary ghost story get the job done?

Always Do Your Homework at the Last Minute! / Class 3-Lee! We Are Team Guy!

22. Always Do Your Homework at the Last Minute! / Class 3-Lee! We Are Team Guy!

Lee and Naruto seek help from their friends the day before their summer homework is due. Unfortunately for them, they also seem to have forgotten all the craziness that happened over the summer...

Naruto is Lee, Lee is Naruto! / I Dream of Taking the Nine-Tails for a Walk!

23. Naruto is Lee, Lee is Naruto! / I Dream of Taking the Nine-Tails for a Walk!

Ino catches Naruto and Lee trying to peep on Sakura while she's in the bath, but when she misfires with her Mind-Body Switch jutsu, Lee and Naruto end up swapping bodies!

I'm Sai's new Agent / Win Lady Tsunade's Heart!

24. I'm Sai's new Agent / Win Lady Tsunade's Heart!

It's the Leaf Village culture festival, and Lee is convinced Sai wants to stand out more. Poor Sai...

Gaara's First Crush! / A Gift From Orochimaru!

25. Gaara's First Crush! / A Gift From Orochimaru!

When Lee notices the middle character on Gaara's forehead has changed from “Love” to “Romance,” he's convinced the Kazekage's got a crush on someone and sets out to learn their identity.

The Green Flame, Dodge Lee! / The Yes-Man says No!

26. The Green Flame, Dodge Lee! / The Yes-Man says No!

Lee's convinced the upcoming dodgeball tournament is going to be a silly game for kids, until a few choice words from Guy-sensei light a fire in his soul.

My First Five-Star Sushi! / Friendship, Effort, and Victory!

27. My First Five-Star Sushi! / Friendship, Effort, and Victory!

Lady Tsunade hits a lottery jackpot and promises to take Lee and the gang out for five-star sushi, but needs Kakashi and Guy's help to get out of it when she notices her ticket was off by one number. Iruka-sensei's had enough with his disobedient students, so Lee and the gang come to the Academy to put on a show.

Hunting for Matsutake Mushrooms! / Lee and Neji Part Ways!

28. Hunting for Matsutake Mushrooms! / Lee and Neji Part Ways!

Naruto, Lee and the others go out hunting for matsutake mushrooms, but there are none to be found after the abnormally hot summer. Or are there? Neji's finally had enough of being forced to cross-dress for Lee's skits and turns his back on Lee...

We're here to Welcome Gaara! / The Ultimate Autumn Diet!

29. We're here to Welcome Gaara! / The Ultimate Autumn Diet!

Gaara's on his way to the Leaf Village again, and Team Guy is scrambling to make sure he feels welcome. The girls beg Guy to train them, but their reason is not what it seems.

Autumn Shinobi Safety Lessons! / Deidara's Art is Always a Blast!

30. Autumn Shinobi Safety Lessons! / Deidara's Art is Always a Blast!

With a lot of ninjas getting injured do to carelessness, Lady Tsunade sets out to teach her charges the importance of safety. Lady Tsunade puts Lee and the gang in charge of the village Halloween celebration, but Deidara and Tobi are on hand to show them what real terror is all about.

Nothing Beats Mixed Bathing! / October 27th WAS Orochimaru's Birthday…

31. Nothing Beats Mixed Bathing! / October 27th WAS Orochimaru's Birthday…

Guy-sensei gives the gang a rare break, but will it end up being broken by Orochimaru's "Orochi Hot Springs" trap? Orochimaru realizes his birthday, October 27th, came and went without anyone noticing and he wants Lee to suffer the same anguish.

Sakura's My Nurse! / One Vote for Rock Lee!

32. Sakura's My Nurse! / One Vote for Rock Lee!

Lee fakes being sick so that Sakura will nurse him, only to find that his rival in love is using the same tactic.

Might Guy - A Story of Love and Hair / Substitute Narrator!

33. Might Guy - A Story of Love and Hair / Substitute Narrator!

When Orochimaru's poison leaves Guy-sensei completely bald, it's up to Lee and the gang to find him the right wig. Our beloved narrator comes down with a bad cold, and much to Tenten and Neji's chagrin, Lee's his temporary replacement.

Save Ichiraku Ramen! / Vacations are for Training!

34. Save Ichiraku Ramen! / Vacations are for Training!

When Naruto's favorite ramen stand, Ichiraku, meets hard financial times, Lee tries to help the restaurant revamp its image. Worried about Lee's feverish training pace, Tenten and Neji try to get their hard working teammate to actually use his vacation time to rest.

Caring for Animals is Hard Work / Shout it out! At Naruto!

35. Caring for Animals is Hard Work / Shout it out! At Naruto!

Owing them all many debts of gratitude, Lee tries to bond with the many summoned ninja animals of his comrades. With so many romantic holidays happening in winter, Hinata aims to grow a little closer to Naruto before autumn is over.

Tenten vs. Temari! / Orochimaru's Search for Love!

36. Tenten vs. Temari! / Orochimaru's Search for Love!

An encounter with the Sand siblings turns ugly when Temari insults Tenten, igniting the Leaf ninja's desire for a Chuunin Exam rematch. Orochimaru begins to long for a normal life after being barred from entering a family-oriented shopping market.

Guy-sensei is the New Hokage! / IQ: 200. Status: Troublesome.

37. Guy-sensei is the New Hokage! / IQ: 200. Status: Troublesome.

When Tsunade leaves on a diplomatic mission to a neighboring village, she leaves the only shinobi who wasn't busy in charge - Guy. Team Guy is assigned to go on patrol with Shikamaru's team, and the genius ninja hopes to pick the lease troublesome route.

Infiltrate Akatsuki's Hideout! / Cleanup is a Chance to Wash Away the Past!

38. Infiltrate Akatsuki's Hideout! / Cleanup is a Chance to Wash Away the Past!

Lee's team stumbles upon Akatsuki's hidden base, and Deidara is determined to chase them out before the rest of his teammates learn about his history with the hard-working ninja and his pals.

Christmas is the Last Chance for Love! / Orochimaru's Search for Love!

39. Christmas is the Last Chance for Love! / Orochimaru's Search for Love!

The Hidden Leaf Village holds a big Christmas party, but with so many ninjas competing for one another's affections, will the Secret Santa turn into a battle for survival? It's time for the yearly cleanup, and in his zeal to finish quickly and ask Sakura on a date, Lee accidentally throws away something very important…

A New Year's Escape Clause! / Naruto Under Surveillance!

40. A New Year's Escape Clause! / Naruto Under Surveillance!

Lee and the gang catch the adults in a game tournament, and the grand prize is not having to give their pupils a New Year's gift!

An Endless Nightmare / A Creation from the Future!

41. An Endless Nightmare / A Creation from the Future!

Trapped by Orochimaru's blizzard, Lee and the gang fight to stay warm.

Shino Loves Insects / Tenten Fights a Maiden's Battle

42. Shino Loves Insects / Tenten Fights a Maiden's Battle

Shino's bugs refuse to leave his body because the weather's too cold, so Lee and his pals help him search for replacements. A maiden's battle…the floor of a department store sale.

17 Nights of Staying Out of Sight / Cleaning the Bathroom Cleanses the Soul

43. 17 Nights of Staying Out of Sight / Cleaning the Bathroom Cleanses the Soul

When the team gets assigned to infiltrate an illegal chakra-trading ring, Lee goes to Sai for advice on how to blend in with the crowd. A nefarious neer-do-well keeps leaving the village bathrooms a filthy disgusting mess, so Tsunade appoints Lee's team as guards...

The Staff Will Eat The Beans Afterwards! / The Raikage Is Under Attack!

44. The Staff Will Eat The Beans Afterwards! / The Raikage Is Under Attack!

Lee's team gets to play the ogres for the annual Setsubun festival, but Orochimaru schemes to ruin the fun.

A Firey Snow Sculpting Contest! / The Battlefield called Valentine's Day!

45. A Firey Snow Sculpting Contest! / The Battlefield called Valentine's Day!

When the freezing cold leaves Lady Tsunade feeling down, the village organizes a snow sculpting contest to cheer her up. It's Valentine's Day, and Lee would give anything for a girl to give him some chocolates.

The Legendary Sannin, Jiraiya! / Infiltrate the Women's Bath!

46. The Legendary Sannin, Jiraiya! / Infiltrate the Women's Bath!

Jiraiya trains Lee, Naruto, and Konohamaru. Tsunade takes Sakura and the girls to the hot springs. Chaos ensues.

Dogs need Dog Friends / It's HIM!

47. Dogs need Dog Friends / It's HIM!

Kiba enlists Hinata and the girls to find Akamaru some canine companions. Lee and his team run into Sasuke on their way back from a mission, and Lee takes it upon himself to bring the rogue ninja back home.

Yamato Gets a Mission / Leaf Village of the Dead!

48. Yamato Gets a Mission / Leaf Village of the Dead!

Lee, Tenten, and Sai, led by Captain Yamato, embark on a mission to recover a stolen scroll. Orochimaru creates a virus that turns humans into Oro-Zombies, and it's up to Lee to stop him.

White Day, Destroyer of Alliances! / Take Care of the Princess Dolls!

49. White Day, Destroyer of Alliances! / Take Care of the Princess Dolls!

It's the day before White Day, and a sinister trio of villains has ruined the village supply of sweets. It's been quite a few days since the Leaf Doll's Festival ended, but some prankster keeps putting the dolls back out every night.

Taking Care of Guy Sensei! / Lady Tsunade's Marriage Interview!

50. Taking Care of Guy Sensei! / Lady Tsunade's Marriage Interview!

Lee wants be an adult like his sensei, and he gets the chance when Guy turns into a baby after drinking a youth-restoring potion.

The Final Battle / Our Final Mission is S-Ranked!

51. The Final Battle / Our Final Mission is S-Ranked!

The final battle against Sasuke is now. Lady Tsunade tasks Lee's team with an S-Ranked mission: Prepare a cherry blossom viewing party.