Naruto: Volume 2, by Masashi Kishimoto

In Naruto: Volume 2, by Masashi Kishimoto, three ninjas, Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura have just passed their junior ninja test and began to set out on a real mission with their teacher, Kakashi. The mission is to protect Tazuna, a bridge builder, and escort him to the Land of Waves. During the mission they encounter ninjas from the Land of the Mist who they easily defeat, but later, they have to fight against Zabuza, the demon. Kakashi battles him head to head using his Sharingan, but is captured leaving the others to protect Tazuna. They formulate a plan and are able to free Kakashi, who can then finish the job, but before he kills Zabuza, a mysterious ninja finishes him off. He drags him away, but really is on his side and saves him from death. Naruto and the others then make it safely to the Land of the Waves. I thought this manga was very different than other mangas. The fact that it is based on ninjas makes it seem very exciting and secretive. The action is always on-going and never stops. Every page is full of intense training and thrilling battles. Each main character is different in their own way; they all have special skills and abilities. The storyline was thought out well and organized. This manga is great for any action loving fans. -Reviewed by Ming Liu, grade 9.