Sannin

The is the title given to the members of Team Sarutobi, namely Jiraiya, Orochimaru, and Tsunade. The title was received after their battle with "Salamander" Hanzo. The Sannin are widely regarded for their great skill and power, each on the level of a Kage in their own right. Note that Tsunade actually became the Fifth Hokage. Their name is known in countries all across the world.

Sannin Members

 * Jiraiya the "Toad Hermit" ("Gama Sennin") "Perverted Hermit" ("Ero-Sennin" Naruto's nickname for him)
 * Orochimaru the "Giant Snake"
 * Tsunade the "Legendary Sucker" ("Densetsu no Kamo", a reference to her poor gambling skills), "Princess" (due to her Hokage lineage), "That Slug Woman" (Chiyo's name for her, a reference to her ability to summon slugs).