Naruto Shippuuden Episode 161

[Azonalanthious]

What "is" a tad unbelievable was that he was able to call in 2 Shadow clones AND have enough chakra to pull off a Rasengan. So far, Naruto and the Third have been the only ones to summon 2 or more shadow clones at once.

True, but I suspect its more of a "won't" then a "can't" summon 2 or more. Since it divides chakra, its a risk, so most wise ninjas would probably avoid it. Konohamaru lacks experience and so might not be wise enough to be worrying about conserving charka, Alternately, he is in a serious situation and he knows he isn't that powerful yet - he at least may well realize that he's only gonna get one shot at this so is willing to risk it on an all or nothing dice throw.

I actually like the idea that Naruto is starting to pass down techniques rather then just learn them, though I've no desire to see Konohamaru following the endless rasengen path.

[DarthEnderX]

I suppose Konohamaru with a different element and monkeys instead of frogs would be good enough for me.

[Artris]

Yeah, but then he would have to fight with a monkey on his back...

[DarthEnderX]

Yeah, but then he would have to fight with a monkey on his back...

Well, he already knows Kage Bunshin, so he can just do it however Naruto ends up doing it.