Shippuuden (dub) Episode 12: Naruto

: The Akatsuki leader is alerted to the intruders by Zetsu , and Itachi Uchiha specifically identifies Might Guy as a dangerous taijutsu expert to the organization.

: Defying these orders, Granny Chiyo declares herself "retired" and therefore exempt from the council's commands. She joins Team Kakashi, replacing Temari to ensure the Sand Village still has a representative in the search for their Kazekage. Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 12

: She reveals that nations once competed for control over these nine powerful chakra spirits for military dominance during the Great War. : The Akatsuki leader is alerted to the

: While the new team prepares, Kakashi’s ninja hound Pakkun locates the Akatsuki hideout and redirects Team Guy to rendezvous at the Land of Rivers. The Lore of the Tailed Beasts : She reveals that nations once competed for

A major highlight of this episode is the world-building through Granny Chiyo’s dialogue. As they travel, she shocks Naruto and Sakura by explaining the nature of the (Tailed Beasts).

: Chiyo clarifies that the Akatsuki are specifically targeting these beasts, which explains their abduction of Gaara, the host of the One-Tailed Shukaku. Episode Details