Naruto: Shippuuden is the sequel to the original Naruto anime and follows Naruto Uzumaki as he returns after training to become stronger and faces the growing threat of the Akatsuki and other powerful enemies. The series expands the ninja world, deepens character relationships, and builds toward major conflicts involving the Hidden Villages, the Tailed Beasts, and Naruto's destiny. It is widely known as the main continuation of the Naruto story.