Choji successfully defeats Jirobo but collapses from the pill's side effects, leaving a message for his friends on a tree. Naruto Shippuden: "Eye of the Hawk"

The episode focuses on Choji’s deep bond with Shikamaru Nara, flashing back to when they first became friends and Shikamaru was the first to see Choji's true kindness and strength.

Choji Akimichi stays behind to face Jirobo of the Sound Four so his teammates can continue chasing Sasuke.