In the dense mountain forest, explosions echoed continuously.
Standing in a hidden defensive structure on the heights of Kikyo Mountain, Shikai watched the advancing battlefront with a serious expression.
“Are those specialized puppets from Sunagakure?”
Shikai speculated grimly.
After Danzo had invested en...
It was the rainy season, and heavy clouds blanketed the skies over Konoha, refusing to dissipate.
Similarly, the endless wars had left the villagers and shinobi of Konoha struggling to catch their breath.
On this particular day, the Third Hokage, busy handling various administrative duties, received yet another piece of bad...
A had considered using his speed to launch a surprise attack and eliminate the troublesome Danzo first.
However, even though Danzo wasn’t as fast as him, the Sharingan allowed Danzo to just barely keep up.
Coupled with Danzo's ability to absorb his Lightning Chakra Armor, his formidable Wind Release and Wood Release techn...
It was already shocking enough that Danzo had Wood Release, but why did he also have the Sharingan?
However, none of that mattered anymore, because in A’s vision, the world suddenly began to distort. Out of nowhere, countless branches tightly wrapped around his body, leaving him completely immobilized.
From the perspectiv...
A massive tree stretched across the battlefield, dividing it into two distinct sides.
“Is this... Wood Release?”
Both the Konoha and Cloud Village shinobi displayed expressions of shock.
The legendary reputation of Wood Release, forged by Hashirama Senju, had not diminished even now. Over time, it had been deifie...
Shisui stared intently at Kakashi’s retreating figure, his teeth sinking hard into his lower lip.
No matter what, he absolutely couldn’t abandon his comrades!
Just as he was about to turn back to aid the Red Valley, he witnessed an astonishing scene.
“I don’t have time to play kids' games with y...
Danzo slowly opened his eyes, and the once murky gaze became sharp and determined.
"I will launch a surprise attack, rescue the ninja trapped in Red Valley, and force the coalition forces to split their attention, preventing them from concentrating fully on attacking Kikyo Mountain!"
Nara Shikai stared in shock at the resol...
This was a direct order from Konoha’s higher-ups, delivered through the Anbu.
Along with the order, two additional squads—comprising six elite Anbu members—were dispatched. Together with Kakashi, they formed an assault team tasked with disrupting the supply lines from the Land of Wind.
“You all understand the missio...
"Run for your lives!"
"They're catching up, run faster!"
Panicked voices echoed through the forest as Konoha shinobi, their foreheads bearing the village symbol, darted desperately through the trees.
Behind them, arcs of electricity crackled through the air, emitting sharp, menacing sounds—like the growls of a demon.
Since Danzo made no effort to conceal his actions, spies within Konoha quickly relayed the news to Sunagakure.
At this moment, in the desert on the Wind Country’s border, a large number of ninjas wearing brown vests were gathering.
They wore brown headscarves to shield themselves from the wind and sand and to prevent sunb...
It must be said, as a member of the Nara clan, Nara Shikai’s arrangements on Kikyo Mountain were already quite impressive.
The only problem was the severe lack of ninja stationed here!
Currently, Kikyo Castle had only 600 ninjas, most of whom were genin and chunin, with only 14 jonin among them.
With such a force, ...
Human nature tends to favor compromise.
For example, if you want to open a window and directly say so, others in the room might disagree.
But if you claim you intend to tear the entire roof off, they might politely suggest, “How about just opening a window instead?”
The high-level decision-making team in Konoha w...
After his outburst, Danzō gradually calmed himself down.
There was no point in being angry now—what mattered was preventing this impending tragedy.
Under Ryōma’s watchful gaze, Danzō began furiously drafting a letter.
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First, he analyzed the state of the ninja world.
Sunagakure was cunning...
“You didn’t let me down, Nagato,” Danzō remarked with satisfaction, his expression brimming with pride.
The Preta Path, one of the abilities granted by the Rinnegan, offered two notable techniques: Sealing Technique: Absorption Seal and Chakra Absorption.
The Absorption Seal creates a defensive barrier by sealing inc...
As Nagato unleashed all his rage and chakra, the towering and terrifying Gedo Statue finally came to a halt, dissolving into thick smoke.
Exhausted both physically and mentally, Nagato collapsed unconscious.
“What a terrifying power…”
Accompanied by a sigh, the air at the edge of the battlefield began to twist ...
Nagato had always restrained the violent power within him.
He didn’t want to lose control and let this force rampage, potentially hurting others.
Even when he killed enemies to protect Yahiko and Konan, he felt an overwhelming sense of guilt and self-reproach.
But not anymore.
For the first time, he truly un...
However, Danzo wasn’t skilled in taijutsu. Coupled with his reluctance to fully reveal his strength and trump cards, he quickly found himself at a disadvantage in the fight.
With a powerful slash from Hanzō, sparks flew, and the resulting force sent Danzo flying backward.
"Earth Release: Rock Fracture Technique!"
...
"Detected Konan's gratitude. Skill point +1. Acquired skill package: [Dance of the Shikigami]."
The instant reward made Danzo, hidden behind the mask, smile slightly. Staying behind to cover their retreat had been worth it.
"With Konan’s flying ability, it should be very difficult for those Amegakure Ninja to catch them n...
“Take care of Konan. You must strive to survive!”
Yahiko and Nagato exchanged glances, speaking their final words.
“What a boring scene.”
Watching from the side, Danzo sighed. If he didn’t act now, these naïve kids would really die.
He hadn’t even gained their favor yet—letting them die now was ...
The rendezvous point between the Akatsuki and Hanzo was set in a valley surrounded by layered rocky slopes.
At Hanzo's command, dozen of Amegakure Ninja had already concealed themselves among the rocks above, lying in wait for the Akatsuki's arrival.
To say Hanzo was cautious would be an understatement.
To deal with ...
Would someone as infamous as Danzo Shimura truly see us as the future of the Land of Rain?
At this moment, a mix of emotions arose in Yahiko, Nagato, and Konan.
There was the joy of being recognized by a "great figure," but also wariness and suspicion toward Danzo.
Seeing their expressions, Aburame Ryoma decided to s...
Within the borders of the Land of Rain, in a village undergoing reconstruction:
“Did you hear? Lord Hanzo has invited us to mediate the war between the Fire, Earth, and Wind nations!” Yahiko, his orange hair catching the light, exclaimed excitedly to his two closest friends.
As the founder of the Akatsuki, Yahiko’s dr...
Amid Hanzo's inner conflict and lingering concerns, Danzo finally arrived at the Hidden Rain Village.
To prevent any potential schemes, Hanzo specifically ordered his men to wait for Danzo at an outpost on the village outskirts. They were instructed to escort him directly to Hanzo without allowing him to wander around the village....
Thinking about this, Danzo opened the system description once more.
> "Good Person System: This system aims to cultivate the host into a person of high moral character. The user can earn skill points and skill packs by helping others and receiving their gratitude."
"The host can use skill points and collected skill packs...
In the shinobi world, in the Land of Rain—
As the battleground for the Fire, Earth, and Wind nations, this land has never been free from the shadow of war.
The rumbling thunder sounded like the unyielding roars of the fallen, while the endless rain felt like the tears of a weeping nation.
But no matter how brok...
Although Tobirama Senju was reluctant to admit it, the fact that Madara Uchiha was one of Konoha's top-tier combatants was undeniable, especially when it came to tasks like capturing tailed beasts. Aside from Hashirama Senju, who possessed the Wood Release, Madara was the only one who could single-handedly accomplish such missions.
"The child is unteachable!"
After careful instruction, Spectre still only knew how to call himself "Curly Hair," which made Uchiha Gin, who was initially full of confidence, feel utterly hopeless.
"Sigh~ I, Uchiha Gin, with unparalleled wisdom, have created a clone that's just... a fool."
Slumping to the side...
“Lady Tsunade, Lord Hanekawa, see you next time.”
Katsuyu spoke gently.
With a puff, a cloud of smoke rose and quickly dissipated as its body vanished.
Tsunade lay back on the carpet, a complex expression on her face.
Whether it was the new Wood Release ninja or the restart of the Wood Release experiments,...
"Hanekawa!"
The moment Uchiha Madara left, Kurenai Yuhi, Nohara Rin, and the others rushed toward Hanekawa.
"I'm fine."
Hanekawa dispelled his shadow clone, shook his head, and reassured them.
Once he realized that Uchiha Obito had access to both Kamui abilities, he decided to adopt a kiting strategy.
A...
"Go to hell!"
The enraged Uchiha Obito finally couldn't hold back and charged toward Hanekawa.
Wood Release: Cutting Sprigs Technique!
With a face full of killing intent, he saw that Hanekawa remained motionless and threw a punch.
In an instant, his skin writhed, and sharp, twisted wooden spikes sprouted from ...