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
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). Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 12
: 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 In , titled " The Retired Granny's Determination
: 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 : Chiyo clarifies that the Akatsuki are specifically
: The dub features Maile Flanagan as Naruto, Dave Wittenberg as Kakashi, and Barbara Goodson as Granny Chiyo.
: 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.