Ep 53. Jiraiya Returns!

Naruto season 2 episode 53, titled "Jiraiya Returns!" sees the return of the mysterious and legendary ninja, Jiraiya. After months of searching, Jiraiya has finally located Tsunade, one of the three legendary ninja and the only one capable of becoming the next Hokage.

Naruto and Jiraiya arrive in the Hidden Leaf Village, where they encounter the other members of Team 7. Jiraiya's unexpected arrival creates a stir amongst the villagers as he is known as one of the legendary Sannin, the three most powerful ninja of their time.

While Tsunade is initially hesitant, Jiraiya convinces her to return to the village and become the new Hokage. However, the task will not be easy as Tsunade has a deep-rooted fear of blood and the death of her loved ones.

Meanwhile, Orochimaru, a former teammate of Jiraiya and Tsunade, learns of her return and sees an opportunity to sway her to his side. Orochimaru seeks to use her medical ninjutsu abilities to heal his injured arms and become stronger, and so he sends his own group of ninja to stop her from becoming Hokage.

As Tsunade is sworn in as the new Hokage, the Hidden Leaf Village is attacked by Orochimaru's minions. Naruto, with the help of his fellow ninja, fights against the intruders while Tsunade faces off against Orochimaru himself.

The battle between Tsunade and Orochimaru is intense, with both sides unleashing their most powerful jutsu. As the fight reaches its climax, Tsunade must confront her deepest fears and memories in order to overcome Orochimaru.

In the end, the Hidden Leaf Village is saved and Tsunade proves herself to be a capable Hokage. With the help of her new advisors, Jiraiya and Kakashi, Tsunade sets out to rebuild and strengthen the village.

Overall, Naruto season 2 episode 53 is an action-packed, emotionally engaging episode that introduces a new character and sets up the next stage in the ongoing story of Naruto's journey to become Hokage.