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.

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

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 : Defying these orders, Granny Chiyo declares herself

: 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. As they travel, she shocks Naruto and Sakura

: The dub features Maile Flanagan as Naruto, Dave Wittenberg as Kakashi, and Barbara Goodson as Granny Chiyo.

: 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

: 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.