Naruto Episode 72 -

Orochimaru reveals the true purpose of his research: Immortality . He peels away his face to show the stolen body of a girl, explaining his Living Corpse Reincarnation technique. He openly admits his goal is to take Sasuke’s body next.

This episode is a pivotal moment in the Konoha Crush Arc , focusing on the high-stakes battle between the Third Hokage and Orochimaru. Naruto Episode 72

Watch the intense moment Hiruzen Sarutobi prepares his final stand against Orochimaru's forbidden techniques: Orochimaru reveals the true purpose of his research:

Sasuke finally catches up to Gaara, but Temari stalls him to allow Kankurō and a wounded Gaara to escape. Meanwhile, in the village, the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, continues his desperate struggle against his former student, Orochimaru. in the village