Indeed, though I was a bit bummed that he didn't utter a word during the episodes, but I guess they didn't want to differ from the manga that much.Error2k4 said:gaara's dad was killed by orochimaru and gaara being appointed Kazekage means he is the strongest warrior in the sand country.
makes sense since gaara is awesome.
Also, when Yura was discussing Akatsuki, I could swear that behind the more prominent silhouettes of Itachi, Kisame and the plant guy, there was
Kakuzu, the Leader and the Unknown character, though I couldn't be sure, except for Kakuzu because his headpiece was pretty noticeable
Anyway, can't wait for Ep3, though Ep's 4 and 5 will no doubt be the real special ones (titled "Jinchūriki of the Sand" and "As the Kazekage...!" respectively)