Naruto Shippuden - Episode 411

: As Team Matsuri attempts to navigate the storm, they are ambushed by Hōichi , a mysterious monk. He uses a shamisen to animate their shadows and strangle them, specifically to lure Gaara into the open.

: Fū, the Seven-Tails Jinchūriki, attempts to assist Gaara but also finds herself trapped by Hōichi’s chains. Naruto Shippuden Episode 411

: Leaf Village Jonin Asuma, Kurenai, and Guy attempt to enter the desert to check on their students but are briefly delayed by Sunagakure guards. Critical Reception : As Team Matsuri attempts to navigate the

According to reviewers from , the episode was criticized for its slow pacing, with significant portions of the runtime dedicated to Gaara and Fū struggling against the chains. Fans on Reddit also noted that the episode seemed to "nerf" Gaara’s legendary Absolute Defense to create tension, which some found inconsistent with his established power level. Featured Characters Role in Episode Gaara : Leaf Village Jonin Asuma, Kurenai, and Guy

: Hōichi’s true goal is the extraction of Tailed Beasts. He uses Chakra Chains —a powerful sealing technique—to bind Gaara and begin pulling Shukaku from his body.

This report covers , titled " The Targeted Tailed Beast " ( Nerawareta Bijū ), which first aired on May 7, 2015. Episode Overview