Naruto Shippuuden (dub) Episode 12 -

: 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.

: She reveals that nations once competed for control over these nine powerful chakra spirits for military dominance during the Great War.

: Fearing an external attack if Gaara’s kidnapping becomes public knowledge, the Sand Council orders that no Suna shinobi—including Temari—participate in the rescue mission. Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 12

: 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.

: 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 : Defying these orders, Granny Chiyo declares herself

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

: 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 : Fearing an external attack if Gaara’s kidnapping

The episode centers on the immediate aftermath of Kankuro's treatment in the Sand Village.