1. Orochimaru's Entry into Akatsuki: Orochimaru successfully recommended himself to join Akatsuki to study the organization.

2. Orochimaru's Defeat by Itachi Uchiha: Orochimaru's attempt to take Sasuke's Sharingan ended in defeat by Itachi and a severed hand.

3. Orochimaru's Creation of the Hidden Sound Village: Orochimaru established the Hidden Sound Village and manipulated Sasuke to join his side for training.

4. Orochimaru's Sealing and Resurrection: After being defeated by Itachi, Orochimaru was sealed completely but later resurrected by Kabuto Yakushi.

5. Orochimaru's Alliance with Konoha: Orochimaru abandoned his ambitions and pledged allegiance to Konoha after the Fourth Great Ninja War.

6. Orochimaru's Transformation and Success: Orochimaru surprised everyone by becoming younger and creating his version of Sage Mode.

7. Orochimaru's Unattained Perfections: Throughout his life, Orochimaru failed to attain the perfection he sought in the Sharingan, Rinnegan, and Tailed Beasts.

8. Orochimaru's Ultimate Victory: Despite his setbacks, Orochimaru proved to be the ultimate winner in the end.