Naruto Shippuuden (dub) Episode 12 May 2026

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).

: 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. 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.

: 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 In , titled " The Retired Granny's Determination

: 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. : The Akatsuki leader is alerted to the

: 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