Naruto: Takigakure No Shitou - Ore Ga Eiyuu Dat... -

The Hero Water serves as a cautionary symbol for "short-cut" power. Unlike Naruto’s strength, which comes from internal growth and bonds, the water offers a destructive, temporary boost that literally consumes the user's life.

Originally released at the Jump Festa 2003, the OVA was later adapted into a light novel written by Masatoshi Kusakabe, which expanded on the events of the episode with additional techniques and character details. While considered "filler" in terms of the main series canon, it remains a fan favorite for its focus on the dynamic of the original Team 7 before Sasuke's defection. Naruto: Takigakure no Shitou - Ore ga Eiyuu Dat...

Naruto: Takigakure no Shitou - Ore ga Eiyuu Dattebayo! is a special OVA episode set during the original Naruto timeline, specifically between the "Search for Tsunade" and "Sasuke Recovery Mission" arcs. It explores the themes of cowardice versus true heroism through the lens of a C-rank mission that spirals into a life-or-death battle. The Hero Water serves as a cautionary symbol

Initially depicted as a coward who hides behind his status, Shibuki is forced to confront his fear of the Hero Water, which he saw kill his father. Encouraged by Naruto’s unwavering determination, he eventually drinks the water to protect his village, completing his journey from a "false hero" to a true leader. While considered "filler" in terms of the main

Team 7—consisting of Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Sakura Haruno—along with their mentor Kakashi Hatake, is assigned to escort Shibuki , the young and timid leader of Takigakure (the Village Hidden by a Waterfall), back to his home.