What episode is "The Quietly Approaching Threat" in Naruto Shippuden?
"The Quietly Approaching Threat" is episode 72 of Naruto Shippuden.
Asuna recovers from battle, and Tsunade receives intelligence about Akatsuki movements. Meanwhile, a fierce battle unfolds as a Jinchuuriki faces deadly foes, foreshadowing threats heading toward the Land of Fire.
Asuma apologizes at the grave of the Third Hokage for not understanding his advice concerning what the "king" he is to protect is. At the hospital, Naruto Uzumaki and Sai recover before the former resumes his training. Tsunade receives a report from Kakashi Hatake that the Akatsuki are again on the move. Elsewhere, the Two-Tails Jinchuuriki, Yugito Nii of the Village Hidden in the Clouds in the Land of Lightning, struggles against Hidan and Kakuzu prior to allowing the Two-Tailed Cat to fully manifest. However, Hidan defeats Yugito and the Two-Tails with him and Kakuzu knowing their next destination is the Land of Fire.
"The Quietly Approaching Threat" is episode 72 of Naruto Shippuden.
"The Quietly Approaching Threat" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
"The Quietly Approaching Threat" is part of the Akatsuki Suppression Mission Arc.
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Kakashi Hatake main
Naruto Uzumaki main
Sakura Haruno main
Sasuke Uchiha main
Asuma Sarutobi supporting
Gaara supporting
Hinata Hyuga supporting
Konan supporting
Konohamaru Sarutobi supporting
Sai supporting
Shikamaru Nara supporting
Yamato supporting
Danzo Shimura antagonist
Deidara antagonist Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.