While often overlooked in the grand saga of god-like jutsu and world-shattering battles, , titled " Deploy! Team Tenten ," provides a refreshing focus on one of the Hidden Leaf’s most dedicated specialists. This filler episode, part of the Past Locus arc, serves as both a nostalgic look back at the early days of Team Guy and a showcase for Tenten’s unique mastery over ninja tools. Episode Overview

: Keith Silverstein and Christopher Corey Smith

The episode was directed by and written by Katsuhiko Chiba .