As his feet skidded backward, deep grooves were carved into the ground. His back slammed heavily against his shield, and the force tore open the skin between his thumb and index finger, causing blood to seep out.
Zzzzt—
The crackling of thunder was sharp and piercing, even amidst the deafening roars of the raging sea beast.
Tetsuya instinctively looked up—above!
A strike targeted the gap in his defense. Yagura kicked off with force, propelling himself forw...
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Boar—Dog—Rooster—Monkey—Sheep!
I have to catch up!
"Ninja Art: Summoning Jutsu!"
With a sudden burst of white smoke, a massive black iron shield emerged from the ground.
The flying water daggers clashed against the impenetrable shield, ricocheting off and embedding themselves into the earth nearby.
Before the Genin could even process what had happened, a figure grabbed him by the collar and yanked him up from the ground.
"Don't just stand there! Run...
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Obito stood in the void, facing Ōtsutsuki Tsuigen from afar.
"What a shame there aren't any Ōtsutsuki named Quadratic Equation or Polynomial Formula. You could've formed a whole team."
Tsuigen sneered, his cold eyes flashing dangerously.
"Isshiki, I'll make you pay for your arrogance."
Obito snorted but said no more. His figure blurred as he charged straight at Tsuigen.
"Daikokuten!"
A barrage of black rods rained down upon Tsuigen like a storm.
Yet...
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[Year 62 of the Konohagakure Calendar, October 21st]
I've been kicked out of the house by Rin-chan for a month now. Sigh.
With nowhere to stay, I initially planned to crash at Shikayu or Kakashi's place for a while.
Who knew those two bastards wouldn't take me in? Damn it!
Left with no choice, I've been temporarily staying at Jiraiya-sama's house.
Seeing how down I was, Jiraiya-sama shared a ton of "research materials" with me.
After going ...
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[The Sixty-Second Year of Konoha, July 29th.
Under Grandpa Madara's guidance, my Yin-Yang Release has advanced by leaps and bounds.
After practicing on Orochimaru and numerous experimental subjects…
I can now use Yin-Yang Release to reshape cells, tissues, organs… even entire bodies!
Holy crap, Grandma, I've made it big!
I think I might have gained the ability to rewrite human lifespans!
...
September 19th.
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The Ōtsutsuki's tree-planting squads typically operated in pairs. The ownership of the Divine Tree was determined by the strongest member of the duo.
In the case of Tenshiki's team, the Divine Tree belonged to Tenshiki.
According to the highest Ōtsutsuki traditions, if Obito defeated Tenshiki, he had the right to claim everything she possessed—including her Divine Tree!
Leader Tsukine turned his gaze to the weaker member of Tenshiki's team and asked,
"Chishiki, you...
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The secretary made a quick trip back to the office.
When he returned, he brought a more detailed map of the Land of Artisans, specifically for internal use by their group. Various production and operational sites were clearly marked on it.
In the lower right corner of the map, a legend explained the meaning of each marker.
It was indeed far more detailed than the one Yagura had brought from the Land of Water.
Yagura accepted it. "Alright. Let's talk about the price. Wh...
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After the terrifying display earlier, the bald-headed president of the Tsuchimikado Group no longer dared to comment on Yagura's appearance.
He quickly composed himself, changed into a fresh set of clothes, and, along with his secretary, entered his office.
The moment he sat down, his chubby face twisted into a fawning smile. He pressed his hands together and bowed slightly toward Yagura.
"Esteemed ninja, I sincerely apologize. I was blind to your greatness earlier and offen...
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Amidst the desolate landscape of the Land of Wind, a bustling town stood in stark contrast to its surroundings. The streets teemed with merchants and civilians, exuding an air of peace and prosperity—far from the bloodshed, famine, and chaos often rumored by outsiders.
"Orochimaru-sama, I never expected this place to be so lively. It's almost as vibrant as the Land of Fire..."
"Guren, we'll be staying here for the night. How interesting..." Orochimaru remarked, casting a fleetin...
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"Knock, knock..."
Mei Terumī, who was handling official duties in the Mizukage's office, looked up. Her sensory abilities told her there was no one outside the door.
Her brows furrowed slightly—she knew the debt collector had arrived.
Then, with a slow release of tension, she let her signature smile return to her lips.
"Come in."
"Am I interrupting? You seem quite busy." Danzō walked in naturally, taking a seat across from her as he glanced at the pile of doc...
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After being rejected by Mirai, Ayako gave up on the thoughts she had been harboring.
At first, she believed that Uchiha Mirai coveted her special abilities. But after witnessing his overwhelming power, she realized how ridiculous that assumption had been.
Then, she thought that maybe he was attracted to her looks. However, even when she took the initiative, he turned her down without hesitation.
Now, Ayako truly couldn't understand why someone of Uchiha Mirai's status and po...
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Although she was surprised that someone in this world could be completely unaware of Lord Uchiha Mirai, the maid still dutifully explained everything to Ayako.
"Before I begin, may I ask how much you know about the shinobi world?"
Hearing this, Ayako answered, "I am a clanswoman of Uzushiogakure. My understanding of the shinobi world is stuck in the era when the Third Hokage was still in power."
"Due to certain circumstances, I was cut off from the outside world for a long t...
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The combined power of Sage Art: Super Giant Rasengan and the assistance of two Sage Toads easily neutralized the Tailed Beast Bomb.
As the two forces clashed and consumed each other, the energy eventually dissipated, leaving behind an eerie calm. However, the surrounding landscape had been completely flattened, and the epicenter of the impact had turned the very ground into liquid.
"What kind of technique is that? It actually countered Lord Bunpuku's Tailed Beast Bomb head-on!"
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A single Tailed Beast Ball obliterated the entire Konoha outpost, reducing it to nothing but scorched earth.
The Sunagakure shinobi watching the spectacle were overwhelmed with excitement. The frustration and resentment they had harbored for the past six months vanished in an instant.
"Bunpuku-sama is unbelievably powerful! That damn Jiraiya—this time, he'll be reduced to ashes for sure!"
"Once we kill Jiraiya, we can solidify our alliance with the Land of Earth. The terri...
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Three days later, in the Land of Dragons' laboratory.
Kakuzu sat cross-legged on the ground, tubes connecting his body to a series of data terminals that displayed real-time readings on the computer. Hiruko adjusted the system, ensuring it could run continuously without interruption. Tsunade approached Kakuzu, nodding toward Ni, Heisei Rokuno, and the others standing nearby.
"We can begin," she announced.
Ni took a deep breath. "Kakuzu-sama, you just sealed ...
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"Hey, people of the Land of Dragons, check carefully. Don't come crying later, accusing us of Iwagakure trying to cheat you. We don't want another diplomatic conflict over this." Ganetsu urged the representatives from the Land of Dragons to inspect the contents of the sealed scroll, all while pulling the captured Kōtsuchi and his group closer to him.
After a thorough inspection, Ni and the other sealing experts confirmed that the chakra inside the scroll indeed belonged to the Four-Tai...
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"So, this is Naruto?" Kakuzu murmured as he gazed at the swaddled infant, witnessing the birth of a protagonist.
"Lord Kakuzu, you are the savior of our family," Kushina said weakly. The Nine-Tails had been sealed back within her, and her life had been preserved, though she remained fragile.
"Enough, there's no need for gratitude. Kushina is still weak. Minato, take care of her and Naruto. Leave the rest to us," Kakuzu said firmly.
In this timeline, Naruto did not lose his p...
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The masked man attempted to use his intangibility to catch Minato Namikaze and Sakumo Hatake off guard. However, in the next moment, he was struck by a Rasengan, which left a sealing formula imprinted on him. The control over the Nine-Tails was broken as a result. The masked man phased away to escape, but the real battle was just beginning.
"Lord Hiruzen, please buy me some time. I will—" Minato began.
"Ah… Huff… Huff…" Sarutobi Hiruzen panted heavily, sweat dripping down ...
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Bunpuku spent the night resting at a stronghold in the Land of Wind.
At dawn, he led a group of Sunagakure shinobi toward Jiraiya's location.
"Bunpuku-sama, Jiraiya is residing in the stronghold ahead," an elite Sunagakure jōnin reported respectfully.
"Wait here. I'll handle this alone," Bunpuku replied, gazing at the distant Konoha outpost.
Without another word, he strode forward, making his way toward the Konoha base. The Sunagakure shinobi remained behind.
Bu...
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Taking control of Water Source Valley would be nearly impossible without the full backing of Konoha's higher-ups.
After all, nearly all of Amegakure's elite forces were concentrated in that strategic location.
"Lord Jiraiya, I really don't understand what the village is thinking. Why won't they send reinforcements?"
"If we manage to capture Water Source Valley, nearly all of Amegakure's vital resource points will fall under Konoha's control."
Uchiha Raiden's voice carr...
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"Any other questions?"
Mirai looked at Ayako as he spoke.
Ayako immediately shook her head. "Please forgive me. We will follow your every command."
Right now, she was overwhelmed with emotion.
She had no idea how powerful the man before her truly was, but judging from the way he effortlessly restored her vitality, she knew that being saved by him was an incredible stroke of luck for both her and Karin.
As long as they remained by his side, there was no ...
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The door of the thatched hut creaked open with a long, drawn-out "squeak."
A beam of sunlight streamed in, illuminating the figures of Karin and her mother.
Standing in the doorway was a man, and the sight of him filled both mother and daughter with fear.
They had heard the screams outside clearly. The sounds of battle had echoed through the air, and it was obvious that the Kusagakure ninja had encountered a formidable enemy.
The village had nearly a hundred shinobi, y...
2025-03-15 06:02:00 +0000 UTC
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Danzo walked through the dimly lit underground sewers, his steps echoing against the damp stone walls. He hadn't expected Kirigakure's intelligence network to be hidden in such a place.
It seemed intelligence and assassination organizations all shared the same taste for darkness.
His journey had been smooth so far—traps, sealing techniques, and other security measures were useless against him. Along the way, he dealt with a few unfortunate souls who had crossed his path.
N...
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"It seems you have some misunderstandings about the organization. Root originated from Konoha, but it does not belong to Konoha."
Danzo picked up the cup on the table, poured himself some water, and glanced at Terumi Mei, whose forehead was slightly damp with sweat and whose face looked a bit pale.
"Are you alright? You don't seem to be in good condition. Do you need some water?"
"How considerate of you." Though her words expressed gratitude, the gritted teeth and tense expr...
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The ropes binding him were loosened.
Yagura stretched his arms, shaking off the numbness from being tied up for so long. The one untying him was the same person who had restrained him in the first place.
He looked up and smiled at the young craftsman-nin.
"Thanks."
The brilliant, sincere smile of the boy hit the young craftsman-nin like a sunbeam, making his face flush red.
"N-No need to thank me. You're not hurt, are you?"
"Nope, don't worry. I'm pretty st...
2025-03-15 00:15:24 +0000 UTC
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The explosive-haired, square-faced man had already explained why the heirs and relatives of these mining conglomerates were so despised.
But there was still one more question.
Having figured out the previous issue, Yagura continued to ask, "Why did the shinobi of the Artisans Village target them?"
Did the Artisans hire shinobi?
That didn't seem likely. From what he had just heard, these craftsmen were in a weak position, much like Tazuna's situation.
Yet, hiring ...
2025-03-15 00:14:58 +0000 UTC
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It was obvious that the target of these ship-raiding craftsmen-nin were the four young men from wealthy families.
From their extravagant clothing and the three women who had been thrown into the crowd, it was clear that these four came from influential backgrounds.
A team-building trip, perhaps.
Living the good life, huh.
Among the other passengers, there were also people dressed in high-end clothing, but even they weren't the focus of these craftsmen-nin.
There ...
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The clients were a few wealthy merchants—otherwise known as the despised capitalists.
Yagura quickly made the connection in his mind.
There was nothing unusual about working for capitalists. In this era, only the wealthy could afford to hire shinobi.
Ordinary citizens mostly posted low-tier D-rank requests—finding lost pets, delivering letters, helping with farm work. Their daily struggles rarely involved enemies on a shinobi's level, and their finances could only cover ...
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Leaving the southern border of the Land of Water.
Yagura boarded a steamship bound for the Land of Artisans.
The waves hissed as the ship sped forward, the engine rumbling with a steady roar. Thick black smoke billowed from the chimney, dispersing into the sky.
The summer mist over the sea was much lighter than usual, allowing the sun's radiant light to pierce through the clouds and shimmer on the water's surface.
Leaning against the ship's railing, Yagura felt the sea...
2025-03-15 00:13:31 +0000 UTC
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Konohagakure was now caught in a three-front conflict, on the verge of being forced into an unjust war.
Kirigakure was their only potential ally. If they aided Konoha, it would be a lifeline in a desperate time. Should Konoha emerge victorious, the Mist Village would undoubtedly reap the benefits.
On the other side, Sunagakure, Iwagakure, and Kumogakure had formed an alliance. Their combined strength greatly surpassed Konoha's.
If Kirigakure were to join the coalition, it wo...
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