: 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
: She reveals that nations once competed for control over these nine powerful chakra spirits for military dominance during the Great War. Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 12
In , titled " The Retired Granny's Determination ," the mission to rescue Gaara from the Akatsuki takes a critical turn as secret histories of the ninja world are finally brought to light. A Changing Rescue Team : Chiyo clarifies that the Akatsuki are specifically
: 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. A Changing Rescue Team : The Akatsuki leader
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).