Beasts: Alive Again!
Episode 28 · Naruto Shippuden
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Filler or Canon?
Yes — Naruto Shippuden Episode 28 is canon. It adapts the original manga and is essential to the main story. Do not skip it. Gaara's resurrection and Chiyo's sacrifice — the arc's transcendent finale, one of Shippuden's most beloved endings, life traded for life over a reunited village.
Series
Naruto Shippuden
Episode
028 / 500
Status
Manga Canon
Arc
Kazekage Rescue
KAZEKAGE RESCUE · EP 1–32 · 32 EPISODESYOU ARE HERE · 28 OF 32
Episode Summary
The arc delivers its miracle. With Gaara's body cold and Naruto out of options, Chiyo kneels over the Kazekage and performs her forbidden technique — a reincarnation jutsu that trades the caster's life for the subject's, the same art she once used to make puppets breathe. Naruto, at her request, lends his chakra to the act. Gaara's eyes open to a desert of his own people who came for him. Chiyo dies smiling, giving the Sand the leader she failed to protect and the grandson-by-proxy she finally saved.
Frequently Asked
What arc is it in?
It's part of the Kazekage Rescue arc.
Can I skip it?
No, this is essential canon — do not skip it.
Kazekage Rescue · Ep 1–32 · 32 episodes
001HomecomingMixed Canon/Filler002The Akatsuki Makes Its MoveMixed Canon/Filler003The Results of TrainingMixed Canon/Filler004The Jinchuriki of the SandMixed Canon/Filler005The Kazekage Stands TallMixed Canon/Filler006Mission ClearedMixed Canon/Filler007Dash, KankuroMixed Canon/Filler008Team Kakashi DeploysMixed Canon/Filler009The Jinchuriki's TearsMixed Canon/Filler010Sealing Jutsu: Nine Phantom DragonsMixed Canon/Filler011The Medical Ninja's StudentMixed Canon/Filler012The Retired Shinobi's DeterminationMixed Canon/Filler013A Meeting With DestinyMixed Canon/Filler014Naruto's GrowthMixed Canon/Filler015The Secret Weapon: Itachi!Mixed Canon/Filler016The Secret of the Jinchuriki!Mixed Canon/Filler017The Death of Gaara!Mixed Canon/Filler018Charge Tactic! Button Hook Entry!Mixed Canon/Filler019Traps Activated! Team Guy's EnemiesMixed Canon/Filler020Hiruko vs. Two Kunoichi!Manga Canon021Sasori's Real FaceManga Canon022A Jōnin's Hidden SkillsManga Canon023Puppet Master vs. Puppet MasterManga Canon024The Third KazekageMixed Canon/Filler025Three Minutes Between Life and DeathMixed Canon/Filler026Puppet Master vs. Puppet MasterSManga Canon027Impossible DreamManga Canon
028Beasts: Alive Again!Manga Canon
029New Team Kakashi: Infiltrating the BaseManga Canon030AestheticManga Canon031HeritageManga Canon032Return of the KazekageManga Canon720 episodes — canon, mixed, filler and best animation moments.
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