The mission centers on the information obtained from the dying Sasori: a meeting with a spy placed within Orochimaru's ranks.
Just as the meeting begins, Orochimaru appears, having tracked Kabuto. It is revealed that the "spy" meeting was a trap, or at least compromised, as Orochimaru has been onto the betrayal. Naruto Shippuden Episode 39
The primary antagonists of the arc, appearing at the bridge to confront the "Akatsuki" member (Yamato). The mission centers on the information obtained from
Struggling to maintain composure at the prospect of finding Sasuke. or at least compromised
Seeing the man who "stole" Sasuke causes Naruto's emotions to flare, leading to the initial stirring of the Nine-Tails' chakra. Characters Involved