The story is framed as a flashback during the reconstruction of the Hidden Leaf Village after Pain’s assault. Neji and Tenten are sent to a research facility to procure more weapons, prompting Tenten to reminisce about an early mission following the original "Konoha Crush".
The episode was directed by and written by Katsuhiko Chiba . Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 184
: The stolen prototypes prove too much for Naruto and Neji to handle, leaving the mission in jeopardy. The story is framed as a flashback during
In the flashback, —with Naruto filling in for the injured Rock Lee—is deployed to retrieve a massive order of kunai and shuriken from a legendary weapon maker named Iō . Key Plot Points "Deploy! Team Tenten"
Spotlight on a Specialist: Naruto Shippūden Episode 184, "Deploy! Team Tenten"