The episode begins with Danzō Shimura being detained by Anbu for a clandestine meeting with a ninja from the Hidden Rain Village. He is brought before Lady Tsunade for interrogation, where he maintains that her incompetence has led to the village's vulnerability.
, titled " The Jet-Black Signal Fire ," originally aired in English on January 19, 2010. This episode belongs to the anime-original Twelve Guardian Ninja arc and focuses on political intrigue within Konoha and the escalating threat posed by the rogue ninja Sora. Episode Summary Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 64
Naruto is voiced by Maile Flanagan , Sakura by Kate Higgins, and Danzō by William Frederick Knight. The episode begins with Danzō Shimura being detained
The spy meeting Danzō is identified as Tatsuji , a former Konoha Anbu who disappeared years ago. Ibiki Morino is summoned to extract information from him regarding his ties to Danzō and current village threats. This episode belongs to the anime-original Twelve Guardian
This episode marks the debut of the sixth ending theme, "Broken Youth" by NICO Touches the Walls.
Naruto, sensing Sora's malevolent chakra, rushes to Tsunade's office and tackles her, narrowly saving her from Sora’s projectile. A brief skirmish follows where Sora attempts to use his monstrous "claws" before fleeing the scene with Naruto in pursuit. Key Details & Production