Season 1 - Naruto Shippuden -

: Members of the Akatsuki, Deidara and Sasori, infiltrate the Hidden Sand Village. Deidara defeats and kidnaps Gaara , now the Kazekage, to extract the One-Tail Shukaku.

: The Akatsuki successfully extract the One-Tail, resulting in Gaara's death. However, Chiyo sacrifices her own life using a forbidden jutsu to resurrect him. Season Details Information Episodes Main Arc Kazekage Rescue Mission Original Air Dates October 25, 2007 Key Antagonists Deidara and Sasori Major Deaths Sasori, Lady Chiyo Naruto Shippuden - Season 1

: Kakashi reveals his Mangekyō Sharingan to combat Deidara, while Naruto struggles with his rage toward the Akatsuki. : Members of the Akatsuki, Deidara and Sasori,

The first season of (episodes 1–32) covers the Kazekage Rescue Mission arc. It follows Naruto Uzumaki's return to the Hidden Leaf Village after two and a half years of training with Jiraiya. Key Plot Summary However, Chiyo sacrifices her own life using a

: Naruto reunites with Sakura and Kakashi, demonstrating his increased maturity and skill. They reform Team 7 and undergo a "bell test" to prove their growth.

: Team Kakashi is dispatched to assist the Sand Village. Along the way, they are joined by Chiyo, a veteran puppet master and Sasori's grandmother. Major Battles :

: A grueling puppet battle where Sakura proves her immense strength and medical prowess. Sasori is eventually defeated, revealing his true core.