1. Tsunade: Tsunade, a member of the Senju clan, possesses exceptional bloodline limits and vitality. Being part of the powerful Senju clan makes her superior to clans like Uchiha and Hyuga.
2. Itachi Uchiha: Itachi Uchiha is an extraordinary ninja prodigy with powerful visual abilities. Orochimaru desired Itachi's body to acquire his abilities, including the Mangekyou Sharingan and S-rank ninjutsu.
3. Sasuke Uchiha: Orochimaru desired Sasuke's young body for its freshness, rather than his visual prowess. However, Orochimaru couldn't carry out his plan, allowing Sasuke to grow and become stronger.
4. Nagato: Orochimaru desired Nagato's Rinnegan, but realized he was no match for its power. The Akatsuki aimed to enhance their strength and targeted Orochimaru as a rogue ninja.
5. Kimimaro: Kimimaro, from the Kaguya clan, possesses powerful physical abilities. His self-healing and bone manipulation make him formidable. Orochimaru planned to use his body but had to abandon his plan due to Kimimaro's illness.